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The Eboma family of Idumu-Oza Community in Agbor Kingdom, Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State, has called for justice following the tragic d3ath of their daughter, Etunim Henrieta Ebere Sunday (née Eboma), a mother of three. Speaking with Ika Newspaper, the family patriarch, Mr. Friday Eboma, expressed deep sorrow over the loss, alleging that Etunim was subjected to prolonged domestic abuse by her husband, Mr. Ebere Sunday, an indigene of Alisimie, Agbor. “Ebere Sunday beat Etunim to d3ath so he could marry another woman he claimed was pregnant for him," Eboma said. “It was only after her d3ath that we discovered she had been enduring severe and frequent beatings in her marriage, which ultimately led to her untimely d3ath. “The last incident occurred on January 2...

A Caribbean Airlines passenger went into labor moments before her flight landed at John F. Kennedy Airport on Saturday, April 5. The bundle of joy was delivered aboard Caribbean Airlines’ Flight 005 as the aircraft was on final approach to New York just before noon, according to an ATC recording obtained by CBS News. “Tell her she’s got to name it Kennedy,” a JFK ground controller creatively suggested for the new mother. “Descend and maintain 3000, Caribbean 005, and we have a passenger that’s going into labor at this time, and we’d like to continue direct Zetal,” the pilot said, according to the audio. The air traffic controller misheard the pilot and questioned whether there was a “sick passenger” aboard the plane. “We have a passenger, a pregnant passenger, who’s going in...

The shift on how Gen Z approaches marriage isn't necessarily a rejection of love, but rather a fundamental re-evaluation of the institution's necessity and timing.  Several economic, social, and psychological factors are driving this change. Economic Barriers and "Milestone Delays" For many in this generation, the traditional sequence of life—education, career, marriage, then homeownership—has been disrupted.  * Financial Instability: Rising student debt and the high cost of living make the "wedding-and-house" dream feel mathematically impossible for many.  * Career Prioritization: There is a strong emphasis on achieving individual stability before merging lives with another person. Marriage is increasingly seen as a "capstone" even...

Nigerian singer, Olawale Ashimi, known by his stage name Brymo, has sparked controversy with his recent misogynistic opinion on apology. The Ara crooner claimed that it is wrong for a man to apologise to a woman when they woman is at fault. According to him, any man who apologise to a woman for her wrongdoings deserves “suffering.” On his Instagram page, the singer wrote, “Nobody deserves to suffer than men who apologize to women when the women are wrong. “And suffer they will from here, and for the rest of humanity’s earthly existence.” Brymo’s opinion sparked mixed reactions, with many claiming that his view didn’t capture some relationship dynamics.

Former senator Ayo Adeseun has resigned from his position as Mayegun of Ogbomoso following his suspension by the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Afolabi Olaoye Ghandi. Adeseun said his decision was influenced by what he described as the monarch’s harsh leadership style and policies that have caused division within the community. He accused the traditional ruler of fueling tension through religious and political actions. He also referenced ongoing legal disputes involving the Chief Imam, insisting such matters should be handled by the courts rather than through palace intervention. In his resignation letter dated March 31, 2026, Adeseun further alleged that the monarch had clashed with other traditional rulers and community leaders, actions he said disrupted peace and unity in Ogbomoso. T...

Blessing "CEO" Okoro has vanished from Instagram after a medical doctor poked holes in her cancer claims. Blessing, a self-acclaimed relationship expert, was grilled last night, April 4, during an interview on Arise TV. A medical doctor, Adefunke Arowolo disagreed with most of Blessing's claims, telling her that they were not medically sound. Dr Adefunke Arowolo also revealed that she spoke with the pathologist who signed the cancer report that Blessing presented. Dr Arowolo said the doctor is based in Asaba, not in Enugu as Blessing claims, and he stated unequivocally that he knows nothing about the medical report Blessing claims was signed by him. The doctor also added that he has not been to Enugu in recent times. "I know that for an absolute fact," Dr Arowolo said on TV....

A man, Ayinla, has told the Grade A Customary Court sitting at Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, that he paid N2,000 as his ‘talkative’ wife's bride price and she has stopped cooking for him.  His wife, Mosunmola, had brought him to the court, accusing him of living an irresponsible lifestyle. She alleged that Ayinla consistently neglected his responsibilities at home and showed little concern for her well-being and that of their children. She further claimed that he led a reckless life, often returning home late at night after she and the children had already gone to bed. The plaintiff stated that their relationship was fraught with frequent quarrels, leading to several separations. She explained that she eventually left the marriage when she could no longer endure the stra...

Blessing Okoro has said that there was a "miscommunication" about her having stage 4 cancer. The controversial internet personality granted an interview to content creator Egungun in which she addressed her health and also controversies about her fundraising efforts. The interview was all over the place, with the self-acclaimed relationship expert making conflicting statements that didn't seem factual. "Are you really in stage 4 or that is what you were told?" Egungun asked. "Maybe it's miscommunication because that was what I was told,” Blessing said. Blessing had been the one who came out on social media to claim she has "stage 4" while crying and then showing her hair falling off on camera. She later claimed in a separate video that she has breast cancer. H...

The University of Calabar (UNICAL) is set to graduate 10,820 students during its 38th convocation ceremony, scheduled to run from April 2 to April 12, 2026. Vice Chancellor, Offiong Effanga Offiong, disclosed this during a pre-convocation press briefing, revealing that 52 students achieved first class honours, while some postgraduate students earned distinctions. According to him, the convocation will feature the award of first degrees, diplomas, certificates, postgraduate diplomas, master’s and doctoral degrees, alongside honorary recognitions. Out of the total graduates, 9,173 will receive first degrees, 152 diplomas, and 1,495 postgraduate qualifications. Among the first degree holders, 52 made first class, 2,390 earned second class upper division, 5,819 obtained second class l...

The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, has announced the temporary closure of some roads ahead of the Lagos Fanti Carnival scheduled for Monday, 6th April 2026. The affected roads to be cordoned off include: • King George V Road at the junction by Mobil Filling Station • Onikan Roundabout, inbound to TBS • Flagstaff House, inbound to TBS • Outer Marina by State House, inbound to TBS • Campbell Street by the Old Defence Building • Catholic Mission Street by St. Nicholas Hospital. All road closures will commence from 7:00 a.m. Motorists and residents are advised to plan their movements accordingly and use alternative routes during this period. According to Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), alternative rout...