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  • SAD! Popular Yoruba Nollywood actress Omotola is dead

    SAD! Popular Yoruba Nollywood actress Omotola is dead

    Popular Yoruba Nollywood actress, Omotola Odunsi, has has passed away, leaving fans and colleagues in shock from the shock of her unexpected death.

    The sad news was shared by her colleague, actress Bakare Zainab, through a social media post. Although the cause of death was not disclosed, Zainab simply wrote: “Goodnight. Omotola rest well.”

    Another actress, Ashabi, who shares a child with singer Portable, also expressed her deep sorrow.

    In an Instagram message, she recalled their last encounter and the dreams they had discussed.

    She wrote:
    “Omoh dis one shock me oooo aunty Tola. You’re one of the best actors I’m rooting for. Saw you earlier this year when I was shooting Deputy and we promised to feature each other in our next project. But now, you laboured and didn’t wait to reap what life sef.
    I remember nights you would chat to give me hope and advice. Most of your wishes we talked about didn’t even come true. GOD, we can’t question you oooo… death is deep.”

    She was well-known for her role in the Yoruba film Lisabi, where she starred alongside actor Lateef Adedimeji. Her sudden death has left a deep void in the hearts of many in the film industry and among her fans.

  • Sad! Emir of Gusau is dead

    Sad! Emir of Gusau is dead

    The Emir of Gusau in Zamfara State, His Royal Highness Dr. Ibrahim Bello, is dead. He was aged of 71.

    He died on Friday in Abuja in a prolonged illness.

    Dr. Bello ascended the throne as the 16th Emir of Gusau on March 16, 2015, following the death of his father.

    Prior to becoming Emir, he had a distinguished career in public service, rising to the position of Permanent Secretary in the old Sokoto and later Zamfara State.

    He served on the throne for over 10 years.

    Confirming the news, Sulaiman Idis, spokesperson to Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, expressed deep sorrow over the Emir’s passing, describing it as a personal and statewide loss.

    “I received with deep sadness the news of the passing of our father, His Royal Highness, Dr. Ibrahim Bello, the Emir of Gusau,” the governor was quoted to have said in a statement.

    He extended condolences to the Zamfara State Council of Chiefs, the Emir’s family, the Gusau Emirate, and the entire people of Zamfara.

    “The late royal father was a pillar of wisdom and leadership.

    For over a decade, he led the people of Gusau with dignity, faith, and an unwavering commitment to progress,” the statement added.

    Governor Lawal also described the Emir as a trusted confidant and father figure, saying, “I have lost a father whose counsel and support were invaluable.

    May Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljannah.”

  • JUST IN: Again, PDP, LP lose members to APC

    JUST IN: Again, PDP, LP lose members to APC

    Two members of the opposition parties in the House of Representatives on Tuesday joined the All Progressives Congress (APC).

    The two members are Peter Akpanke representing Obanliku/Obudu/ Beware federal constituency of Cross River State, who is leaving the PDP and Prof Paul Nnamchi representing Enugu East/Isi Uzo federal constituency of Enugu, who is leaving the Labour Party.

    While Akpanke said he was dumping the PDP because of protracted crisis, which has defied solution, Nnamchi also hinged his decision on the leadership crisis in the Labour Party.

    The letter of defection of the two lawmakers was read at plenary on Tuesday by Speaker Abbas Tajudeen.

    Akpanke however expressed appreciation to the PDP for giving him the opportunity to fly its flag, adding the absence of peace in the party has necessitated his decision to move to another party.

    Details shortly….

  • BREAKING! Founder of FedEx,Fred Smith is dead

    BREAKING! Founder of FedEx,Fred Smith is dead

    Fred Smith, the billionaire founder of revolutionary delivery firm FedEx, has died at the age of 80.

    FedEx started up in in 1973 delivering small parcels and documents more quickly than the postal service.

    Smith oversaw its growth to a behemoth of the industry, relied upon by other companies all over the world.

    The business now delivers a staggering 17million parcels every day.

    His cause of death is yet to be confirmed.

    After Smith graduated Yale University, he used a business theory he developed in college to create a delivery system.

    His approach became known as a “hub and spokes” system, and was based on coordinated air cargo flights centered around a main hub.

    At the start, FedEx had 14 small aircraft operating out of the Memphis International Airport flying packages to 25 American cities.

    Smith, worth $5.3billion at his death according to Forbes, was also known for his philanthropy.

    He stepped down as FedEx’s CEO in 2022, but remained at the helm as executive chairman.

    Memphis’s former mayor Jim Strickland hailed him as “the most significant Memphian in history”.

    Strickland said: “He benefited our city in every way possible and allowed generations of Memphians to achieve the American dream.

    “God bless Fred Smith. My condolences to the Smith family.”

    He donated millions of dollars to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation – after serving for four years in the Marine Corps himself.

    In an 2023 interview, he said that all the experience he used to run FedEx came from his experience in the Marines, not what he learned at Yale.

    Politicians and commercial figures have paid tribute to the legendary businessman.

    Tennessee Senator Marsha Blackburn said: “I am deeply saddened by the passing of Fred Smith.

    “As the founder of FedEx, his leadership and innovation transformed global commerce, and he will be remembered for his relentless drive, patriotism, and commitment to service.

  • Abducted Nasarawa traditional ruler, Omanji rescued by security operatives

    Abducted Nasarawa traditional ruler, Omanji rescued by security operatives

    His Royal Highness, Mr Emmanuel Sarki Omanji, the Sangari of Dari, who was abducted by gunmen from his residence in Dari village, Kokona Local Government Area, has been rescued.

    The monarch was reportedly kidnapped on May 28 at about 8:00 p.m. by unknown gunmen who stormed his residence along Amba Road.

    The ttraditional ruler was rescued unhurt by security forces at about 9:00 p.m. on June 2 at Panwasa Mountains near Mada Station, following sustained pressure from the troops.

    Security sources confirmed that the rescued Monarch was immediately taken to the General Hospital in Garaku for medical evaluation and has since been reunited with his family.

  • Housewife reportedly kills co-wife’s baby

    Housewife reportedly kills co-wife’s baby

    It was a sad moment for the family and the people of Malari when the Kaduna State Police Command arrested a woman identified as Zaliha Shuaibu for the alleged murder of her co-wife’s three-month-old baby boy in Malari Village, Soba Local Government Area of the state.

    According to reports, the incident took place on May 13, 2025, at the home shared by the suspect, her husband, and the victim’s mother.

    This was revealed on Friday in a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, Mansir Hassan, made available to journalists.

    Hassan explained that Maryam Ibrahim, the co-wife of Shuaibu, had left her son alone in her room while she went to the bathroom.

    Upon returning, she found the baby with the suspect.

    When Shuaibu handed the child back to Ibrahim, the infant was found in an unusual state, with foam in his mouth and an injury on his neck, which eventually led to his death.

    “According to preliminary investigations, the second wife, Maryam Ibrahim, had briefly stepped out to use the restroom, leaving her infant son in her room. “Upon her return, she found her co-wife, Zaliha holding the baby.

    Zaliha handed the child back to Maryam, who immediately noticed foam coming out of the baby’s mouth and an injury on his neck.

    “The child was crying, he was immediately rushed to the Village hospital , where he was unfortunately confirmed dead,” Hassan said.

    The PPRO stated that following a thorough investigation, it was established that Shuaibu was responsible for the death, aided by a conspiracy involving her and her husband’s younger brother.

    Following the incident, the DPO Soba swung into action and apprehended Zaliha Shuaibu, the accused person.

    During interrogation, she confessed to the crime and revealed that she conspired with one Lawal Muhammad, the husband’s junior brother, who is currently at large, that he provided her with the acid used to commit the act,” Hassan said.

    The Commissioner of Police, Rabiu Muhammad, in the statement, assured the public that justice will be served and that all suspects involved in the crime will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

  • SAD! Catholic priest slumps, dìes while playing tennis in Anambra State

    SAD! Catholic priest slumps, dìes while playing tennis in Anambra State

    A Catholic priest, Reverend Father Anthony Udogu of the Catholic Diocese of Awka has slumped and dìed while playing lawn tennis.

    It was gathered that the sad incident caused panic in Awka, Anambra State.

    The Diocesean Chancellor, Rev Fr Charles Ndubuisi, confirmed the dêath of the priest in an official statement on Tuesday.

    “With faith in the resurrection of the Lord, the Catholic Diocese of Awka announces the demise of our brother priest, Rev Fr Anthony Udogu, whose sudden dêath occurred in the early hours of today,” the statement read.

    Ndubuisi said the deceased priest collãpsed while playing tennis and was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital. Unfortunately, all efforts to revive him proved unsuccessful.

    The statement said until his dêath, Fr Udogu was the Parish Priest of St Francis of Assisi, Awka, and the Dean of Awka Deanery II.

    According to the statement, the late priest was widely respected for his leadership, dedication to pastoral service, and commitment to community development.

    The Catholic Diocese sympathised with his family, parishioners, and all those mõurning his loss, assuring that details of his burial will be announced in due course.

    “May the soul of Rev Fr Anthony Nnaemeka Udogu rest in the bosom of the Lord,” the statement concluded.

  • SAD! Popular Yoruba traditional ruler joins his ancestors

    SAD! Popular Yoruba traditional ruler joins his ancestors

    The Oloba of Oba-Ile in Akure North Council Area of Ondo State, Oba Joseph Oluwadare Agunbiade, Otutubiosun 1
    has joined his ancestors.

    Oba Agunbiade who passed on Friday morning reigned for 39 years .

    He was aged 84 years.

    Sources told newsmen that traditional announcement of the monarch’s demise is however being awaited.

    Details shortly…

  • SAD! Ex-Plateau deputy Governor is dead

    SAD! Ex-Plateau deputy Governor is dead

    Ex-Plateau State Deputy Governor Professor Sonnie Gwanle Tyoden has died.

    He passed away at the age of 74, though the cause of his death was not confirmed as at the time this report was filed.

    Tyoden served as the deputy governor of Plateau State from 2015 to 2023, working under Governor Simon Lalong during the administration of the All Progressives Congress.

    Before his time in government, he was the Vice Chancellor of the University of Jos, a role he held between June 2006 and June 2011.

    Born on September 22, 1950, Tyoden was a professor of political science known for his work in academia and politics.

    His contributions to the development of Plateau State were well-known, and his death has drawn attention across the state and beyond.

  • World’s oldest person finally dies at 116

    World’s oldest person finally dies at 116

    The world’s oldest person, a Brazilian nun named Inah Lucas, has died at the age of 116, barely months after assuming the global title.

    Her death was confirmed on Wednesday by her religious order and longevity researchers.

    Lucas passed away in Porto Alegre, Brazil, where the Congregation of Teresian Sisters expressed gratitude “for the dedication and devotion” she had shown throughout her life of service.

    Born on June 8, 1908, Lucas had become the world’s oldest living person in January following the death of 116-year-old Japanese woman, Tomiko Itooka.

    She became a nun in 1934, at the age of 26, during the years between the two World Wars.

    Her remarkable life drew attention from longevity experts and religious communities alike.

    In a tribute, LongeviQuest described her as a frail child at birth, “Many doubted she would survive.”

    Despite those early odds, Canabarro lived for over a century, often attributing her long life to her faith.

    “He is the secret of life. He is the secret of everything,” she once said, referring to God.

    In 2018, on her 110th birthday, she received a papal blessing from Pope Francis, who himself passed away last Monday at age 88.

    While Canabarro had personally claimed her birthdate as May 27, 1908, researchers say otherwise.

    “Her documented birth date according to records is June 8, 1908,” Gerontological Research Group director Robert Young stated in January.

    LongeviQuest noted that she ranks as the 15th-oldest documented person in human history and the second-oldest nun ever recorded, after Lucile Randon of France, who lived to 118 and died in 2023.

    With her passing, the title of world’s oldest living person now goes to Ethel Caterham, a 115-year-old resident of Surrey, England, according to the US-based GRG and the LongeviQuest database.