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Court bars unfaithful wife from claiming husband’s pension benefits
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Court bars unfaithful wife from claiming husband’s pension benefits

A woman who had a child with her husband’s friend and publicly celebrated the child on Facebook will forfeit her share of her husband’s pension after a Johannesburg court, South Africa, ruled that awarding her half would amount to an “undue benefit” and humiliation for the husband.Entertainment centerThe couple married in community of property in January 2011. The wife instituted divorce proceedings in August 2024, asking for the dissolution of the marriage and an equal division of the joint estate. While both parties agreed the marriage had irretrievably broken down, the husband asked the South Gauteng High Court to deny her 50% of his pension payout from the Municipal Gratuity Fund after it emerged she was involved with his friend and had a baby with him.According to his ...
‘Let My Name Rest’ – Mompha Reacts As EFCC Arraigns Associate Over Alleged ₦206m Fraud
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‘Let My Name Rest’ – Mompha Reacts As EFCC Arraigns Associate Over Alleged ₦206m Fraud

Popular social media influencer Ismail Mustapha, widely known as Mompha, has criticised the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for linking his name to the arraignment of one of his associates over an alleged ₦206 million fraud.The EFCC’s Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, arraigned Sarumi Samusudeen Babafemi before Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Special Offences Court in Ikeja, Lagos, over allegations bordering on conspiracy, concealment, and transfer of proceeds of crime amounting to ₦206 million.Babafemi, alongside his companies—606 Autos Limited, 606 Music Limited, and Splash Off Entertainment Limited—was charged on five counts under the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2011.The anti-graft agency described Babafemi as an associate of Mompha, who i...
Moroccan politician alleges Senegal used magic before Brahim Diaz’s penalty
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Moroccan politician alleges Senegal used magic before Brahim Diaz’s penalty

According to DailySports, a Moroccan politician has stirred reactions online following Senegal’s 1–0 victory over Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations final. Reacting to the outcome of the decisive match, the politician criticised the referee’s handling of the game, calling for his suspension and possible trial.Entertainment centerAccording to him, the referee violated competition rules by restarting play after Senegalese players briefly left the pitch, an action he claimed affected the flow and outcome of the match.Senegal’s win secured them the African champion title, but the politician insisted the officiating raised serious concerns that should not be ignored.He also made a controversial allegation against the Senegalese team, claiming they practiced magic ...
Uproar as Ebonyi APC pegs LG chairmanship form for N30m
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Uproar as Ebonyi APC pegs LG chairmanship form for N30m

The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Ebonyi State has ignited widespread controversy after announcing that the nomination form for local government chairmanship positions will cost aspirants a staggering N30 million.The decision, revealed by the state party chairman, Chief Stanley Okoro Emegha, has sparked outrage among political observers, civil society groups and ordinary citizens, who argue that the exorbitant fee effectively excludes grassroots politicians and ordinary Ebonyi indigenes from contesting, turning local elections into an exclusive affair for the wealthy or well-connected.The announcement came after a closed-door meeting with party officials from the state’s 13 local government areas and 171 wards.According to Emegha, the N30 million fee covers both the expres...
“Just Be Yourself, You’re Also Great” — Seun Kuti Responds to Wizkid Over Fela Comparison
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“Just Be Yourself, You’re Also Great” — Seun Kuti Responds to Wizkid Over Fela Comparison

Nigerian musician Seun Kuti has reacted to Wizkid’s recent social media outburst following ongoing comparisons between the Afrobeats star and the late Afrobeat icon, Fela Anikulapo Kuti.The response comes after Wizkid took to Instagram to lash out at Seun with harsh words while insisting that he is bigger than Fela in terms of modern-day success.Addressing the controversy, Seun acknowledged the attention the exchange had generated but stood firmly by his position on preserving his father’s legacy. In a post shared online, he suggested that Wizkid should focus on being himself, adding that he is already great in his own right.The disagreement began when Seun publicly rejected comparisons that place Wizkid above Fela, arguing that such claims reduce Fela’s immense political, cult...
JUST IN : Missing Iya Oge of Lagos, Opral Benson, Located in Liberia
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JUST IN : Missing Iya Oge of Lagos, Opral Benson, Located in Liberia

Opral Benson, the Iya Oge of Lagos who was earlier reported missing by her family, has been found in Liberia.A family source confirmed the development on Tuesday evening, noting that the 90-year-old socialite may be dealing with age-related health issues. The source suggested she could be experiencing symptoms linked to old age.Benson’s family had raised concern on Sunday after she was unaccounted for for more than 48 hours. In a public alert, they disclosed that she was last seen on January 13, 2026, and had failed to return home, prompting an urgent appeal for public assistance.Despite efforts to contact the family using the phone number shared in the notice, calls and messages were unanswered at the time of reporting.Born on February 7, 1935, Opral Benson is an American-...
Done Deal: Leeds United sign Remo Stars defender, Leonard Ngenge
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Done Deal: Leeds United sign Remo Stars defender, Leonard Ngenge

Nigerian defender Leonard Ngenge has joined Premier League club Leeds United, DAILY POST reports.Ngenge linked up with Leeds United from Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions Remo Stars.The former Rangers player penned  a deal until the end of the 2026/27 season.The centre-back made seven appearances for the Remo Stars this season, before making the switch.Ngenge was part of home-based Super Eagles squad to the 2024 African Nations Championship.He made two appearances for Nigeria at the competition.
“You are a boy, not a man” Ayo Labinjoh slams Davido over his denial of her daughter’s paternity
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“You are a boy, not a man” Ayo Labinjoh slams Davido over his denial of her daughter’s paternity

Ayo Labinjoh, the mother who claims her teenage daughter Anu Adeleke was fathered by Davido, has continued to call the singer out while making some new allegations. Ayo also slammed those who said she is trying to make her daughter Davido's child by all means. To those saying she was going after the singer only because he is wealthy, Ayo insisted that Davido was not as rich or famous when they met so it was not about fortune or fame. She went on to claim that Davido knows they had a thing and she further alleged that he sent money to her on the day of the child's naming ceremony. As for the 5 DNA tests Davido said he did to confirm Anu is not his, Ayo denied this and listed his children from women other than his wife as the 5 DNA tests he did. She wrote: Good morni...
Wizkid Claps Back at Seun Kuti Over Comparisons to Fela
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Wizkid Claps Back at Seun Kuti Over Comparisons to Fela

Nigerian Afrobeats star Wizkid has responded sharply to Seun Kuti following ongoing comparisons between him and the late Afrobeat icon, Fela Anikulapo Kuti.The disagreement began after Seun dismissed claims that Wizkid is “bigger” or more influential than his father, arguing that such comparisons undermine Fela’s enduring political, cultural, and historical impact, which he said goes far beyond commercial success in music.Seun also criticised Wizkid’s fans for repeatedly invoking Fela’s name in online debates, describing the trend as disrespectful and rooted in a misunderstanding of history. While acknowledging Wizkid’s success, he questioned the need to rank him above Fela and raised concerns about Wizkid’s use of the nickname “Big Bird,” which he claimed was associated with him. ...
Minister of Interior pays surprise visit to Nigerian passport office {VIDEO}
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Minister of Interior pays surprise visit to Nigerian passport office {VIDEO}

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, carried out an unannounced visit to the Nigerian Immigration Service passport office in Gwagwalada, Abuja, on Tuesday.During his visit, Tunji-Ojo criticised delays in passport processing and warned applicants not to make extra payments.The minister inspected operations at the VIP and Children section of the passport office and engaged both officials and applicants, questioning why applicants were still waiting long after the office was expected to commence operations.During the visit, Tunji-Ojo got feedback from applicants and cautioned them against paying money outside official fees, insisting that Nigerians had already paid fully for passport services.“I don’t want to hear that you are collecting money for diesel or paper....
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