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Aisha Yesufu criticizes Rotimi Amaechi for denying reports of fleeing during train attack in Kaduna
17Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Aisha Yesufu criticizes Rotimi Amaechi for denying reports of fleeing during train attack in Kaduna

On Monday morning, February 17, activist Aisha Yesufu took aim at the Minister of Transport, Rotimi Amaechi, following his Twitter denial of reports claiming he fled as kidnappers attacked a train in Kaduna state on Sunday evening, February 16th.   Media outlets reported that the Minister was on an Abuja-Kaduna train that fell under attack by suspected kidnappers. According to the accounts, the kidnappers laid an ambush around the Mando area and tried to intercept the passengers arriving at the Rigasa train station around 8:15 pm. Passengers alleged that the Minister was also present on the train and that the situation was resolved by the mobile policemen accompanying the Minister who promptly dispersed the suspected kidnappers.   In response to the news, the...
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Wiz Khalifa, Amber Rose, and AE Celebrate Son’s Birthday with Photos
17Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Wiz Khalifa, Amber Rose, and AE Celebrate Son’s Birthday with Photos

Amber Rose and Wiz Khalifa celebrated their son, Sebastian Thomaz’s, upcoming seventh birthday with an IT Halloween themed party at Dojo Boom in Thousand Oaks, California. Sharing photos of the party on Instagram, Amber Rose expressed her gratitude to Dojo Boom and wished her son an early happy birthday. She described Sebastian as smart, articulate, sensitive, and compassionate, feeling blessed to have family and friends who love him. In one of the photos, Sebastian was photographed alongside his mother, father, and Amber’s current partner, Alexander "AE" Edwards, along with their son, Slash Electric. Amber Rose and Wiz Khalifa, who finalized their divorce in 2016, split in 2014 after nearly 15 months of marriage. Amber is now in a re...
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Defending Myself: Nigerian Man Clarifies Statement About Underaged Girls
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Defending Myself: Nigerian Man Clarifies Statement About Underaged Girls

Austine Okonkwo, the Nigerian man who sparked outrage by expressing his affection for 12, 13 and 14-year-old girls, has spoken out in response to the backlash directed at him.   It was reported by LIB that the controversial statement was made by Austine in a Facebook discussion where a woman sought advice after allegedly finding her husband with her 12-year-old niece.   However, Austine has defended himself by claiming that his statement was intended as a joke. He insisted that he is a married man and has never been involved in any sexual misconduct throughout his life.   He stated,  
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‘I love my husband’ Gay presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg responds to radio host Rush Limbaugh’s homophobic remarks
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‘I love my husband’ Gay presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg responds to radio host Rush Limbaugh’s homophobic remarks

Pete Buttigieg, a leading Democratic Party presidential candidate, has addressed the homophobic remarks made against him and his husband by radio host Rush Limbaugh, who controversially received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from US president Donald Trump two weeks ago.                                          Rush Limbaugh, who recently disclosed he is battling cancer, stated on his show last week that the country is not ready for a gay candidate like Pete Buttigieg, drawing bipartisan criticism for his comments.   Limbaugh expressed, "American voters, despite all the great progress and despite all the great wokeness, and despite all the great ground that's been covered, America's still not ready to elect a gay guy kissing his husband on the debate stage pre...
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Princess Love Throws Shade at Ray J as she Shares Photo of Their Son
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Princess Love Throws Shade at Ray J as she Shares Photo of Their Son

Princess Love took to Instagram to share a photo of her newborn son along with a caption seemingly directed at her husband, Ray J.   Weeks before the arrival of son Epik Ray Norwood, Princess Love accused Ray J of deserting her and their daughter in Vegas. She also mentioned that he had blocked her, preventing her from reaching out to him, and stated her intention to divorce him.   Ray J publicly apologized and pledged to prioritize his family. He was present at the birth of their son, suggesting that the couple had resolved their differences.   However, Princess Love later revealed on Instagram that she and Ray were no longer together.   More recently, she shared a photo of her newborn son with a caption that appeared to take a jab at Ray.   She ...
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Insurgency: Buhari is still popular and accepted in Borno – Femi Adesina
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Insurgency: Buhari is still popular and accepted in Borno – Femi Adesina

President Buhari's Special Adviser on media and publicity, Mr Femi Adesina, has stated that despite the increased terrorist attacks in Borno, his principal is still widely accepted and popular in the state. During an appearance on Channels TV 'Politics Today' on Sunday February 16, Femi Adesina emphasized that the booing of President Buhari by some dissenting voices during a recent condolence visit should not be viewed as rejection by APC members. He explained that such dissent in a large crowd is a normal part of democracy. According to the presidential spokesperson, the overwhelming majority of the crowd that welcomed the President from the airport to the palace of the Shehu of Borno were supportive, indicating that President Buhari is still very accepted and popular in the region due...
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Nick Cannon’s Perspective on Marriage Following Divorce from Mariah Carey
17Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Nick Cannon’s Perspective on Marriage Following Divorce from Mariah Carey

Nick Cannon, the 39-year-old television host and actor, has changed his mindset on marriage following his divorce from singer Mariah Carey. During an interview with ET Online, he expressed his clear feelings, stating: 'I don't believe in marriage anymore. My mindset has changed. I have done that.' 'I don't like doing things that I am not good at.' Discussing his recovery from heartbreak, Nick expressed, 'I was a broken soul, but now I am back out on the scene.'
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US threatened to retrieve $308m looted by Abacha if it is stolen again in Nigeria – EFCC
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US threatened to retrieve $308m looted by Abacha if it is stolen again in Nigeria – EFCC

The $308 million looted by former Head of State, the late Gen Sani Abacha, and stashed abroad might be retrieved by the United States Government if it is "stolen again" in Nigeria after being repatriated, according to the Secretary of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Olanipekun Olukoyede. The Federal Government and the United States government signed a repatriation pact on February 4 for the return of the looted money. Speaking during an anti-corruption walk organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Youths and Sports Development and the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Lagos, Olukoyede revealed the details of the US stance. He mentioned that during the negotiation of the treaty, the US representatives issued a warning that they would reclaim the money...
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The Bahamas Wedding of NFL Star J.J. Watt and Soccer Star Kealia Ohai
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The Bahamas Wedding of NFL Star J.J. Watt and Soccer Star Kealia Ohai

The wedding bells have rung for NFL star J.J. Watt and soccer player Kealia Ohai after three years of courtship.   Last Saturday night, the couple exchanged vows at The Ocean Club, a Four Seasons Resort, in the Bahamas.   Following the ceremony, J.J. Watt took to his social media accounts the next day to share numerous photos of their wedding with the soccer pro, captioning it: 'Best day of my life. Without question.'     In one of the images, the 28-year-old blonde beauty was pictured in a jeweled fishtail gown with dainty straps and diamond-encrusted drop earrings, while 30-year-old Watt opted for a cream suit.    The newlyweds also shared some playful snapshots donning casual outfits.   A mutual friend, Brian Cushing, who used to play for the Houston Texans with Watt, played a k...
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