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  • DNA ‘WAHALA’: More fathers rush to check kids status after report

    DNA ‘WAHALA’: More fathers rush to check kids status after report

    After the recent report that one in every four children fail DeoxyRibonucleic Acid, DNA, test, made headlines, discussions around what most people refer to as paternity scam has been raging across the country.

    The argument is also about how unfaithful most women have become in marriage- a development believed in some quarters to be sending many men to their early graves.

    DNA, responsible for one’s paternity, is a molecule that contains the genetic instructions for the development, functioning, growth and reproduction of all known organisms and many viruses. It’s essentially the master blueprint for life.

    However, this test which is one of the breakthroughs in molecular biology has caused a lot of heartaches to many families. This is because when the result is contrary to what the man expects, it is not only the men that are left shattered, the children involved are equally disoriented, especially when they are already adults.

    According to the latest study by Smart DNA Nigeria, covering data from July 2024 to June 2025, 25 percent of paternity tests returned negative, showing only a slight drop from the 27 percent in 2024.

    According to the latest study by Smart DNA Nigeria, covering data from July 2024 to June 2025, 25 percent of paternity tests returned negative, showing only a slight drop from the 27 percent in 2024.

    The study further revealed that firstborn children were the most likely to yield to exclusions, with firstborn sons topping the list at 64 percent. Smart DNA said the trend raises troubling questions about family structures, trust and social stability in urban Nigeria.

  • Stepmother, father to remain in jail for life over murder of daughter

    Stepmother, father to remain in jail for life over murder of daughter

    A UK court Tuesday handed life sentences to the father and stepmother of a 10-year-old British-Pakistani girl who died after being subjected to a prolonged campaign of “despicable abuse”.

    Urfan Sharif, 43, and Beinash Batool, 30, were sentenced at London’s Old Bailey court for the murder of Sara Sharif, whose body was found covered in bites and bruises with broken bones and burns. They will each serve at least 40 and 33 years respectively, the judge told them.

  • Just in: Super Eagles goal stopper, Stanley Nwabali, loses father

    Just in: Super Eagles goal stopper, Stanley Nwabali, loses father

    Just in: Super Eagles goal stopper, Stanley Nwabali, loses father

    Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, has lost his father.

    Nwabali took to Instagram on Friday to mourn his father, sharing a post accompanied by a tearful emoji.

    Although the goalie did not reveal the cause of the death instead shared a heartfelt tribute with message, “Rest in peace, dad”.

    Details shortly…

  • Agric Minister of State loses father

    Agric Minister of State loses father

    Alhaji Abdullahi Sabi, father of the Honourable Minister of State, Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Dr. Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, has passed on at the age of 100 years.

    The incident occurred at New Bussa, late on Monday night, 23rd September, 2024. Funeral prayers and interment have been scheduled for 2 p.m. on Tuesday, 24th September, 2024, at Gbemusu Palace, New Bussa, Niger State.

    Born in 1924, the late Alhaji Abdullahi was until his transition the District Head of Luma in Borgu Emirate Council, New Bussa, Niger State.

    A statement issued on behalf of the family by the Hon. Minister of State, Sen. Sabi Abdullahi, CON, who is also the Baraden Borgu, recalled that the late centurion Alhaji Abdullahi was a one-time Works Superintendent and Supervisory Councillor of Borgu Local Government Area, and was the pioneer Chairman of the Jamaatul Izalatul Bidia Wa Ikamatul Sunnah (JIBWIS) of Borgu Kingdom.

    Describing the late Alhaji Abdullahi as “a man of great patience and tolerance,” the family statement noted that he was installed as District Head of Malale, the home of his paternal grandmother, by the former Emir of Borgu, Musa Mohammed Kigera III, and was “the last man standing in his support for the late Emir of Borgu, Senator Haliru Dantoro Kitoro III.”

    The late Alhaji Abdullahi is survived by his wives, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and a legion of relatives.

  • Father loses 3 children to building collapse

    Father loses 3 children to building collapse

    The Police Command in Jigawa has confirmed the death of three teenage boys of the same parent in a building collapse, which occurred in Birnikudu Local Government of the state.

    The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Lawan Shiisu, who confirmed the incident in Dutse, said three others survived the incident.

    Shiisu said the incident was reported at Birnikudu division by the father of the children, Ahmad Isah of Kafar Bai quarters, on Tuesday.

    “Today, at about 12:05 p.m., one Ahmad Isah of Kofar Bai quarters, Birnin Kudu LGA reported at Brinin Kudu Division that one of the rooms in his house had collapsed.

    “On receipt of the tragic report, a team of policemen raced to the scene and in conjunction with good samaritan launched a rescue operation and were able to evacuate seven persons.

    “The victims were quickly rushed to the Birninkudu General Hospital for medical attention,” Shiisu said.

    He explained that on arrival, the attending physician confirmed that three of the seven were dead.

    The PPRO gave the names of the deceased as Khalifa Ahmad, 13, Tijjani Ahmad, 12 and Rabiu Ahmad, also 12.

    According to him, the remains of the dead have been handed over to their family for burial, while the four surviving victims have been admitted and are responding to treatment.

  • What my dad told me about cigarette as a kid – Korede Bello

    What my dad told me about cigarette as a kid – Korede Bello

    Popular Nigerian singer, Korede Bello has disclosed his conversation with his father at childhood whenever he sees him coughing.

    In a recent interview on the “Say My Piece” podcast, hosted by actress Lolo, Bello spoke about witnessing his father’s unhealthy smoking habit, which left a lasting impression on him and inspired his commitment to wellness.

    He emphasised the importance of a holistic approach to wellness, encompassing physical, mental, and emotional aspects.

    “My dad used to smoke a lot of cigarettes and as a child, he used to send me to get him cigarettes. I noticed something then, he used to cough a lot so I’d ask him ‘Daddy why are you coughing?’ and he’d tell me ‘It’s because of the cigarette. So if you don’t wanna cough like me, don’t smoke.’ So very on he already planted something in my mind that this is something unhealthy and I don’t want to be the kind of person who does that so that was a good priming. Growing up I tried to be on the wellness spectrum, physical mental, and emotional,” he explained.

    The singer also said: “I tried weed before but it’s not my thing. Very early on in my life, I mean not in my life like when I was a child, but it was just something that people did around me also and this is something about myself. I have a very addictive personality so whatever I find pleasurable it can turn into an addiction.”

    He added: “You have to know yourself well. It’s very important because some people can indulge in some things and they’d get out of it and some people would take that something and they’re not there. You have to know yourself so you don’t follow everybody.”

     

  • I will miss my father – Lagos Speaker, Obasa

    I will miss my father – Lagos Speaker, Obasa

    The Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly, Mr Mudashiru Obasa says he  will  miss his late father, Pa Suleiman Obasa ,not only  because of his great attributes ,but also the great moments they shared together.

    The Speaker’s  father died on May 21 at 83.

    Speaking at his father’s  8th-Day Fidau and Final Burial Ceremony in Lagos on Tuesday, Obasa said his deceased instilled  hard work, contentment, forthrightness and perseverance in him.

    Obasa recalled how his father constantly guided him and his siblings throughout his lifetime,saying  that his father lived his life well and  that he was in charge of his home.

    “As we are offering prayers for my darling father, Pa Suleiman Atanda Obasa ,who passed away on May 21., I will remember his love, devotion and generosity.

    “I will always cherish the time we had together and the values of hard work, forthrightness and perseverance he instilled in me. May Allah continue to rest his soul”,he said.

    The Speaker said the things his father taught him helped him to live a straight life ,growing up .

    He said his father frequently warned him against intake of illicit substances and always told all his children not to do anything that could  tarnish the family name.

    The Speaker described his father as irreplaceable,saying he would be sorely missed.

    Obasa thanked the state government  state, residents for identifying  with the family at this difficult period.

    Speaking,   Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu extolled the deceased’d virtues ,saying he  believed that the Lagos Speaker drew his strength and love for humanity from his father.

    “The gathering here shows that the Speaker has built bridges across the Niger and all around the country.

    “I greet all those that have come to identify with the Obasa family and I thank you very much, our party faithful.

    “Mudashiru Obasa is one of our bests and I thank all that have come to honour him. We are thanking God for being with him and sustaining his family to give their father a befitting burial.”he said.

    Also speaking, Gov. Dapo Abiodun of Ogun, said the Speaker’s late father “lived a life of giving”

    “Three or four years after this event, nobody will know what happened here. What people will remember is the legacy that Baba left behind.”he said.

    Abiodun tasked public office holders to follow the path of honour and service to humanity at all times.

    Gov. Sheriff  Oborevwori of Delta  described the demise of the Speaker’s father as shocking .

    He said despite belonging to a different party, he remained close to the Lagos Speaker and family.

    The Delta governor described Obasa as a strong and loyal politician.

    The Chairman, Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria and Speaker of Oyo State House of Assembly, Mr Debo Ogundoyin ,also  commended Obasa for setting the standard upon which the association now thrives.

    “All the Speakers in the country commiserate with you. God will be with you and your family, support you, comfort you and show you directions. We at the conference of Speakers will always be there and make sure that your legacies continue,” he said.

    A grandchild of the deceased, Mr Abdul-Ganiyu Obasa, announced at the programme that Pa Obasa’s  grandchildren would embark on water projects across the state in honour of their grandfather.

    In his sermon, the Chief Imam of Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria, Imam Abdul Rahman  Ahmad said Pa Obasa lived a forthright life ,adding he touched lives.

    He urged Muslims to emulate the exemplary life of the deceased.

    NAN reports among the dignitaries that attended the programme were former governors of Lagos, the Iya Olaja of Nigeria, Mrs Folasade Tinubu-Ojo, the wife of Lagos governor, Mrs Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, and council chairmen in Lagos.

    Others were representatives of Oba of Lagos, representatives of Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), A former minister, Prince Adeseye Ogunlewe, and Sanwo-Olu’s Chief of Staff, Mr Tayo Ayinde.

    The Speakers of Osun, Oyo, and Delta , some members of the National Assembly as well as  members of the Lagos State House of Assembly were also present(

  • My daughter didn’t die in hospital – Late Chrisland School student’s father testifies

    My daughter didn’t die in hospital – Late Chrisland School student’s father testifies

    Mr Michael  Adeniran, father of a late student of Chrisland Schools, Ikeja, on Monday told an Ikeja High Court that his daughter died in a stadium during the school’s inter-house sports.

    Adeniran told the court that he was informed by the school’s nurse that his daughter, aged 12, was already dead in the stadium before she was taken to a hospital.

    He said that the nurse told him that the daughter’s eyes were already dilated but she could not pronounce her dead because she was not a doctor.

    Lagos State Government had on March 31, 2023, charged Chrisland School Ltd., Opebi, and its principal, vice principal, and two others for the death of Adeniran’s daughter.

    The 12-year-old student was allegedly electrocuted on Feb. 9, 2023, during the school’s inter-house sports at the Agege Stadium, Lagos State.

    The defendants were arraigned before Justice Oyindamola Ogala.

    Those charged alongside the school are Ademoye Adewale (a cotton candy vendor), Kuku Fatai, Belinda Amao (Principal), and Victoria Nwatu.

    The defendants are standing trial for involuntary manslaughter and reckless and negligent acts.

    While being cross-examined on Monday, Adeniran who is the first prosecution witness, said that he could not remember anybody informing him that oxygen was administered on his daughter at the hospital she was taken to.

    He was led in evidence by counsel to Chrisland Schools, Mr Bolaji Ayorinde (SAN).

    When asked if the student was absent from school on Feb. 2, 2023, due to illness, Adeniran replied, “She was absent from school, but she was not ill.”

    The witness said that, on Jan. 20, 2023, the school called his wife (the deceased’s mother) and informed her that Whitney was ill.

    He said that his daughter was then taken to Inland Specialist Hospital where a doctor prescribed drugs for her.

    He testified that he got to know the name of the drugs from the doctor’s report obtained from the hospital and dated Feb. 16, 2023.

    Adeniran listed the drugs as Nitrazepam and Amitriptyline.

    When asked if he was informed by the Agege Central Hospital and Diagnostic Ltd. that his daughter died of cardiac arrest, the witness said that he was informed that she died of cardiac arrest.

    The witness, however, told the court that he could not remember if the school’s nurse mentioned anything about administering oxygen or cardiopulmonary resuscitation on the deceased.

    “The nurse said she tried all she could but my daughter  had already died before being taken out of the stadium.

    “She said her eyes had already dilated, but  she could not pronounce her dead because she was not a doctor,” he said.

    Adeniran had testified before the court on May 25, 2023.

    Justice Oyindamola Ogala adjourned the case until Jan. 24 for a continuation of the cross-examination of Adeniran.

    NAN

  • Cynthia Morgan reveals traumatic circumstances of her teenage years

    Cynthia Morgan reveals traumatic circumstances of her teenage years

    Nigerian Singer Cynthia Morgan recently revealed the traumatic circumstances of her teenage years.

    The artistrecounted a sequence of unpleasant incidents from her childhood, including a loss of innocence, family treachery, and a rocky relationship with her father.

    Cynthia Morgan revealed that she lost her virginity at the age of 14 while still living at her father’s house. The reason behind this revelation is what makes it even more startling. She confessed that her half-sister and brother tricked her into participating in a months-long social experiment. This profoundly painful encounter left her emotionally traumatized and causing her to rethink her familial ties.

    She didn’t stop there. After courageously confiding in her mother about the ordeal, Cynthia Morgan found herself targeted by her own siblings.

    They subjected her to bullying in school, beseeching her friends not to befriend her and even instigating others to pick on her. It was a relentless campaign of abuse that the artist endured as a teenager.

    But perhaps the most stunning part of her revelation is her demand for a DNA test to confirm her paternity. Cynthia Morgan’s father had reentered her life in 2016, offering hope that the pain of her past could finally be put behind her.

    “I was barely 14 when I lost my virginity in my father’s house because my half sister and brother decided to be using me for sexual experiment… this shit went on for months till I was able to tell my mum it sure didn’t stop there because they hated me for telling my mum and went on to start bullying me in school and telling their friends to not befriend me and always pick on me so they can beat me. I went through all this as a teen.”

    This shocking disclosure follows an earlier Instagram post in which Cynthia Morgan criticized her father, describing him as a fraudster who prioritizes materialistic pursuits and lacks empathy for her pain. She clarified that her father’s favorite catchphrase is her obligation to take care of him so that he can pray for her. In a heartfelt revelation, she expressed that she doesn’t owe him anything.

     

     

  • Cynthia Morgan demands for DNA test from a man claiming to be her biological Father

    Cynthia Morgan demands for DNA test from a man claiming to be her biological Father

    Nigerian artist Cynthia Morgan has demanded a DNA test from a man claiming to be her biological Father.

    In a social media post, Cynthia alleges that individual has been spreading lies about her extended family.
    She further accused him of attempting to gain media access to “destroy her image.”

    Cynthia maintains that a true father would understand his daughter’s pain. By questioning paternity, she hopes to invalidate the damaging rumors circulating about her personal life and career.

    This follows years of a turbulent relationship between the two since Cynthia rose to fame with hits like “Don’t Break My Heart.” She has implied a strained upbringing.

    While the singer did not divulge specifics on what this alleged father has been accusing her of, she adamantly defends her character. Cynthia remains resilient, asking fans to ignore fabricated stories.