The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has expressed concern about his safety ahead of the 2027 general elections, saying he is not certain he will be alive by the time of the election. Obi made the statement during an interview on Arise TV on Thursday. The former Anambra governor said he had been petitioned and investigated in different places. He added that he was unsure of what could happen to him. “As I speak to you, I have also petitioned, I’ve been investigated everywhere. I still hear that I’m not even sure whether I’ll still…
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Former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after being convicted of sexually assaulting former television production assistant Miriam Haley in New York in 2006. Haley addressed the court before Weinstein was sentenced, describing the lasting effect of the assault and the years she spent pursuing justice. “Being sexually assaulted by Harvey Weinstein has had a devastating effect on my life and sense of security that may never go away,” Haley said. She added that speaking out had come with continued fear and scrutiny, saying, “It’s a life sentence for me.” Weinstein, 74, maintained his…
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has warned politicians to stop rigging elections in the name of politics. Speaking at a public lecture held to mark the 80th birthday of former Attorney-General of the Federation, AGF, Kanu Agabi, the ex-President said electoral contests must be governed by established rules. He added that politicians should not treat the pursuit of victory as justification for misconduct. “In politics it’s a disaster. People do stupid things, also even criminal things And they will tell you it is politics. It is not politics. Politics has rules. “Politics is like a soccer match. You play according to…
Nollywood actress, Nkechi Blessing and reality TV star Phyna have sparked reactions online following their appearance on The Morayo Show. A clip from the interview showed the pair engaged in a tense exchange, with many viewers likening the moment to a boxing face-off amid their ongoing public feud. The video quickly generated reactions across social media. Reacting, @_nelly_max wrote: “I knew it was content cos Blessing came for Phyna unprovoked.” @ada_soludo said: “I know say something wan sup. Nkechi can’t wake up and pick on Phyna.” @shevan_shineofficial commented: “Make una two calm down ohh, fight no easy. No be say…
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has provided an update on three players ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 AFCON qualifier against Madagascar on Friday. Speaking to the media on Thursday evening, Chelle said Victor Osimhen, Alhassan Yusuf and Dele-Bashiru would miss the match due to injuries. The Malian also expressed confidence that their absence would not be a problem for the Super Eagles. Speaking about the injured players, Chelle told reporters, “We have a lot of injured players. Victor Osimhen, Alhassan Yusuf and Dele-Bashiru, but it’s not a problem for us. “We are ready; it will be difficult because Madagascar is a…
At least 57 members of Niger’s defence and security forces were reportedly killed in two separate attacks on September 23, 2026. According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, the reported casualties were recorded in Dabagu, Konni Department of Tahoua Region, and around Abala-Filingué in Tillabéri Region. In Dabagu, 38 soldiers of the Nigerien Armed Forces were reportedly killed after Islamic State militants attacked a military position. Several soldiers were also reportedly missing after the attack, while the bodies of some of those killed were being transported to Tahoua. Other remains were reportedly evacuated to Niamey by helicopter. The second attack occurred…
Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Tochi Okechukwu, has warned against early marriage, saying young women who are pushed into marriage and motherhood too soon risk losing sight of their dreams and ambitions. Tochi made the statement in a post shared on his Instagram page while explaining his opposition to early marriage among women. “I have always been an advocate against early marriage in women,” he wrote. He said young girls should have the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve before settling down. “When a young woman is pushed into marriage and having babies too early,…
Former Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has named Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal as the 2026 Ballon d’Or discussion heats up. Ibrahimovic appeared in an episode of Netflix’s show ‘Cold as Balls’, where host Kevin Hart asked him which modern-day players he supports. The former Sweden international immediately named Yamal, prompting loud cheers from the audience. “If I have to choose. I would say Yamal. He is my guy today,” Ibrahimovic said. It should be noted that Ibrahimovic’s endorsement has nothing to do with the Ballon d’Or voting process, but it is nonetheless a show of support from…
Anthony Gordon has named two players he believes could win the 2026 Ballon d’Or. According to Gordon, Lamine Yamal and Harry Kane are his choices for the award because they have strong arguments based on what they have achieved in recent months. The 25-year-old was speaking ahead of England’s Nations League clash with Spain on Saturday. “It’s incredible what Lamine Yamal has accomplished at such a young age. He is on a completely different level right now,” Gordon said, according to Mundo Deportivo. “The Ballon d’Or, for me, has to go to one of these two [Yamal and Kane], based…
Nigerian comedian and content creator, Adebayo Ridwan Abidemi, popularly known as Bae U Barbie, has revealed why he quit skit making. Speaking in a recent episode of The Moraya Show, Bae U disclosed that he left skit making because he was tired of being “average”. He explained that the concept of his popular comic talk show, ‘Curiosity Made Me Ask’, came while he was trying to rediscover himself. Bae U said he wanted to do something different and didn’t want to be like other skit makers. “The concept of Curiosity Made Me Ask came from me finding myself. I was…
