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  • Why I quit wearing short skirts – Ayra Starr

    Why I quit wearing short skirts – Ayra Starr

    Grammy-nominated singer Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, better known by her stage name Ayra Starr, has debuted a new appearance that she attributes to her mother.
    The “Sabi girl,” who is well-known for wearing short dresses and skirts, claimed that her mother had told her to start wearing longer skirts instead of short ones.

    She revealed this information on Twitter alongside a video of herself looking fierce in a two-piece set that had a crop top and skirt that hung down to her thighs.

    “My mom said I should start wearing longer skirts,” she tweeted.

    Reacting, @ophicialrex wrote: “Thank you mummy . Our girl don almost dey wear catapult.”

    @Jbrandy_YBNL said: “Mama Celestina finally spoke to her daughter.”

    @I_A_M_WINNER commented: “Tell your mommy I said no. We like you like that”

    You are traumatizing me with the long skirts.
    Please forgive them and bring back my shorts.”

  • My upcoming album will be entertaining and cohesive- Fireboy

    My upcoming album will be entertaining and cohesive- Fireboy

    Nigerian artist Fireboy is one of the Afrobeats acts that adorned the 66th Grammy Awards which happened on February 5, 2024, in Los Angeles.

    When Fireboy was interviewed by Rollingstone on the Grammys red carpet, he discussed his future album and the development of the Nigerian music scene.

    It seems unreal. Our goal has been to achieve this. Regarding Davido, Burna Boy, Asake & Olamide, and Ayra Starr’s nominations for the 66th Grammy awards, Fireboy remarked, “It feels good to be recognised by institutions like this because it only emphasises how hard we have worked and how far we have come.”

    He said that he has been listening to a lot of street musicians, whose music is bringing a cool element to the soundscape, when asked about the Afrobeats artists he has been enjoying.

    When asked what Afrobeats artists have he been listening to he said he has been listening to a lot of Street artists whose music is adding a refreshing touch to the soundscape.

    On his upcoming album, Fireboy said he is putting finishing touches on his album in Los Abe dropping later in 2024

    The award-winning artist shared that he learned some lessons in 2023 to focus on the things that matter and this would inform his new album.

    Fireboy dropped his last album ‘Playboy’ in 2022 and his highly anticipated next album will be his fourth.

  • Avoid ‘Bbnaija’ if you are mentally unstable- Ex housemate Doyin

    Avoid ‘Bbnaija’ if you are mentally unstable- Ex housemate Doyin

    Ex Big Brother Naija housemate, Doyin David, stated that participating in the reality programme has a negative impact on one’s mental health.

    She recently discussed the effect of the reality show on the housemate’s mental health on the Morning Brief Show. Although she acknowledged the financial benefits of being on the show, she issued a warning to anyone who might be at risk for mental health issues.

    David said in the interview: “I can’t complain if I talk about finance; it’s been excellent. I keep saying the post-show mental health part. I wouldn’t suggest that you appear on that show if you lack mental stability, are unsure of your identity, are struggling with your mental health, or both.”

    “As much as it can make you, it can also break you because there’s a lot of criticism about your life and everyone has an opinion about what you wear, what you do, who you date, what you say, things that regular people and nobody would care. Just know that once you come out of the show, you no longer have freedom of speech like that,” David cautioned.

    She concluded by stressing that even though there are upsides and downsides to being on the show, the good outweighs the bad.

  • Parents should inquire their children source of wealth- Kanayo O Kanayo

    Parents should inquire their children source of wealth- Kanayo O Kanayo

    Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo has counselled Nigerian parents to inquire about their children’s source of income in order to prevent premature death.
    During an event, the actor shared a video of himself talking, which he shared on his own Instagram account.

    Kanayo in the video.O. Kanayo spoke directly to the parents in attendance, stressing the importance of closely monitoring their kids’ financial activity. He sent a warning to parents in Nigeria, telling them to be wary of their children’s wealth sources in order to protect them from harm.

    “Praise the Lord, my daughter has bought a phone,” said the actor, highlighting a particular situation: “Your daughter, who is twenty years old, does not work and has a phone worth 1.5 million. You are also celebrating her purchase.” She will then scam you out of ₦100,000 or ₦200,000 while you remain silent. Your days are numbered.”

    He raised concerns about young individuals displaying extravagant lifestyles without apparent sources of income and urged parents to be vigilant.

    Kanayo. O. Kanayo pointed out that the lack of curiosity about the origins of sudden wealth in children is a potential danger that some parents overlook. He stressed the importance of probing into the financial aspects of their children’s lives to ensure their safety and well-being.

    “That is what is killing a lot of parents, there are some who aren’t working but will come with some kinds of money and cars and parents won’t ask questions. I’m warning you parents…you don’t know who your son killed to buy that car, you don’t know what devil your child collected that car from you would just praise God,” he continued.

    The actor expressed concern about situations where individuals who are not engaged in visible work come into possession of significant assets. He said: “Parents, it’s a warning I’m giving you, nobody wants to die young.”

     

     

  • Alleged theft: Yomi Fabiyi snubs Iyabo Ojo, backs Lizzy Anjorin

    Alleged theft: Yomi Fabiyi snubs Iyabo Ojo, backs Lizzy Anjorin

    Nollywood actor Yomi Fabiyi has discussed his thoughts on the accusation of theft made against his colleague Lizzy Anjorin.
    According to report, Lizzy was charged with stealing from a vendor at the Idumota market on Lagos Island.

    Lizzy denied the allegations by describing what happened at the market between her and the vendor in a video and saying that she was being set up.

    Yomi defended Lizzy on his Instagram page, calling her a giver, a diligent mother, a business entrepreneur, a filmmaker, and a kind soul.

    He stated that he is always inspired by her regular charities, most of which don’t make it to the internet.

    Fabiyi said: “Liz Anjorin @lizzyanjorin_original is such a beautiful soul, hardworking mother, business owner, filmmaker, and, of course, a giver. I am always inspired by her regular charities, most of which don’t even make it online. Owo, Mama Florida, iyi e po. PEACE.”
  • Ruger exits D’Prince’s Jonzing World record label, unveils own

    Ruger exits D’Prince’s Jonzing World record label, unveils own

    Afrobeat singer, Michael Adebayo Olayinka, popularly known as Ruger has publicly announced his exit from the Jonzing World record label.
    On Tuesday, February 6, the singer thanked his former label boss, Dprince, for believing in him and their journey thus far, posting on his own Instagram page.

    Ruger reaffirmed his resolve to make a big step forward in his profession this year, despite the unfortunate circumstances surrounding his departure.

    As he prepares to launch his own record label, Blown Boyent, Ruger sought divine strength to navigate this new chapter in his musical journey.

    In his words: “Thank you Jonzing world and Dprince for believing in me and taking me this far. Wouldn’t have gotten here without you. Sadly, I have to leave but God knows best. I am taking a big bet on myself this year. I don’t know it all but I know God will see me through. It is time for @blownboyent.”

  • Plateau Government fires varsity VC, others

    Plateau Government fires varsity VC, others

    The Vice Chancellor of the Plateau State University, Professor Bernard Matau has been sacked from office.

    During the previous administration headed by former Governor Simon Lalong, Matau was appointed as the state’s Commissioner for Higher Education and as vice chancellor of the state university.

    It was discovered that the vice chancellor, whose term has not yet ended, was removed from office along with four other state-appointed heads of higher education: the provosts of the colleges of health technology in Pankshin, Zawan, and Barkin Ladi, the rector of the Plateau State Polytechnic, and Gindiri, the provost of the college of education.

    The development was announced on Tuesday by a statement released by Samuel Jatau, the Secretary to the State Government.

    The statement read in part “His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Plateau state, Barrister Caleb Mutfwang has approved the dissolution of the Governing Council of the Plateau State University, Bokkos with immediate effect. Similarly, the governor has also approved the removal of the following heads of tertiary institutions: Plateau State University, Bokkos; Plateau State Polytechnic, Barkin Ladi; College of Education, Gindiri; College of Health Technology, Zawan and College of Health Technology, Pankshin”.

    The statement which offered no reason for their removal said all affected heads should take note and hand over any government property in their possession to the next most senior officers in the institutions immediately.

    It added “The governor has also approved the cancellation of recruitment earlier conducted by tertiary institutions in 2022 and early 2023 that have been under suspension

    “Consequently, applications for an all-inclusive recruitment for all tertiary institutions would be advertised.”

    The statement quoted the governor as thanking the chairman and members of the Governing Council for the services rendered in the state and wished them success in their future endeavours.

  • Anambra woman uses grandson for child labour, faces legal actions

    Anambra woman uses grandson for child labour, faces legal actions

    A middle-aged woman identified as Nkechi will be charged for allegedly involving her seven-year-old grandson (identity withheld) in money-making activities in Onitsha, Anambra state.
    Commissioner Ify Obionab of Women and Social Welfare made the revelation after the boy was caught by a group of vendors selling sachet water in the Ochanja market while students were in class.

    While the victim was under the protection of the state government, Obinabo said she had called the grandmother and promised to prosecute any such child labour violators in the state.

    She highlighted the government’s commitment to bringing offenders accountable and voiced worry about the growing prevalence of child labour.

    She claims that since the victims’ childhood was stolen, psychological instability is one of the main effects of child labour.

    Narrating his ordeal, the seven-year-old pure-water hawker, said his grandmother had asked him to hawk pure water so they would be able to feed.

    He said: “I’m a primary two pupil and living with my grandmother in Onitsha while my mother is in Lagos with my elder brother.

    “It was my grandmother who asked me to hawk pure water so we would be able to feed. She usually gives me N250.00 every day to purchase water and I trek from 33 to Ochanja each day to make sales.”

    On the profit he makes per day and what the proceeds were used for, the victim said: “I make about N2000 every day we use in buying rice and spaghetti for feeding.

    The traders who brought the victim to the commissioner, also donated the sum of N10,200 to assist him enroll him in school.

    The commissioner expressed gratitude to the traders who belonged to the Ochanja Market Union for their decision to bring the boy to her attention, urging others to follow their example for the betterment of society.

     

     

  • Police report: Hospitals flouting law, not treating gunshot victims — Minister

    Police report: Hospitals flouting law, not treating gunshot victims — Minister

    The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, on Tuesday, expressed concern over the non-compliance to the Compulsory Treatment and Care for Victims of Gunshot Act 2017 in most medical facilities.

    According to Pate, victims of gunshots are considered medical emergencies and need immediate care in order to survive.

    Former President Muhammadu Buhari signed the Compulsory Treatment and Care for Victims of Gunshot Act, 2017 into law.

    The Act stipulates that every hospital in Nigeria, whether public or private, shall accept or receive for immediate and adequate treatment with or without police clearance; and every person, including security agents, shall render every possible assistance to any person with gunshot wounds, and ensure that the person is taken to the nearest hospital for immediate treatment.

    However, a statement signed by the Director of Information, Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Patricia Deworitshe, on Tuesday noted that in recent times, the society has witnessed a rise in the loss of lives as a result of the refusal of some health facilities to attend to gunshot and victims of one-chance who do not present police reports.

    “Gunshot victims come under medical emergencies that require urgent attention to save the life of the patient or victim. It has come to the knowledge of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, of the slow or non-compliance by most medical facilities going contrary to the Gunshot Act 2017 which mandates all medical facilities to provide for the compulsory treatment and care for victims of gunshots; and related matters.

    “In line with this mandate, the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare is concerned about the spate of gunshot incidences and the refusal of some of the health facilities to administer treatment and care for the victim or patient without a police report.

    “The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Pate, therefore calls on all medical practitioners to comply with this national law by providing prompt treatment and care for these victims to prevent death while, strategies are being put in place by the Ministry to ensure compliance to the Act by Nigerian healthcare facilities,” the statement noted.

    The Minister also urged the Police to comply with and enforce the provisions of the Act with promptness.

    He reassured health facilities in the country that treatment of gunshot victims is not illegal.