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FG declares Thursday public holiday for Eidul-Mawlid

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The Federal Government has declared Thursday October 29, 2020 as public holiday to mark this year’s Eidul-Mawlid in commemoration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him).

Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, made the declaration on behalf of the government.

A statement signed by the Director of Press & Public Relations to the minister, Mohammed Manga, quoted Aregbesola as enjoining the Muslim faithful to imbibe the spirit of love, patience and perseverance, which he noted were the virtues of Prophet Muhammad, adding that doing so would guarantee peace and security in the country.

He also urged the Muslims to follow the teaching of the Holy Quran in Chapter 4 Verse 59 which says, “O you who believe! Obey God and obey the Messenger, and those from among you who are vested with authority; and if you are to dispute among yourselves about anything, refer it to God and the Messenger, if indeed you believe in God and the Last Day. This is the best (for you), and fairest in the end”

Aregbesola also urged Nigerians to abhor violence, lawlessness, wantonness and daylight robbery as witnessed across the country most recently.

According to him, Nigeria being the pride of the black race should provide responsible leadership for the greatness and development of the African continent and all black people.

He called for a stop to all divisive tendencies across the country, urging all Nigerians and the youth in particular, to embrace peace and cooperate with the current administration in its effort to build a virile nation, which all citizens would be proud of.

Aregbesola who described the youth as the hope and future of the nation advised them to deepen democracy and not dampen it.

He congratulated the Muslim faithful at home and abroad for witnessing this year’s celebration.

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I didn’t snatch Lola Idije’s daughter’s husband – Actress Biodun Okeowo

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I didn’t snatch Lola Idije’s daughter’s husband – Actress Biodun Okeowo

Nollywood actress Biodun Okeowo, popularly known as Omoborty, has taken to social media to refute allegations that she snatched her husband from the daughter of her senior colleague, actress Lola Idije.

In a recently surfaced video, Okeowo, who tied the knot earlier this year, clarified that her husband has never met any of Lola Idije’s daughters.

She emphasized that he only spoke to the veteran actress through her, dismissing the rumors as unfounded.

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“My husband doesn’t know any of Actress Lola Idije’s daughters. In fact, it was through me that Actress Lola and my husband spoke for the first time,” she stated.

Okeowo expressed her frustration over the persistent gossip, urging her colleague, Tosin, to publicly address the rumours, particularly after noticing that Tosin has been indirectly referring to her in social media posts.

“I didn’t snatch anybody’s husband. Actress Tosin, they said you are the one posting sub, please come out and clear these allegations,” Okeowo urged.

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Veteran actor Jide Kosoko becomes head of his royal family

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Veteran actor Jide Kosoko becomes head of his royal family

Nollywood veteran Jide Kosoko has officially been appointed as the head of the Oteniya branch of the King Kosoko royal family.

The actor shared the news via his Instagram page, expressing gratitude for the honor bestowed upon him.

Kosoko revealed that on Sunday, he was formally presented to the Oloriebi in Council, marking his official appointment as the family head.

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Also, he has been re-confirmed as the official Ambassador of the King Kosoko family.

In his message, the veteran actor prayed for God’s wisdom and guidance to lead the family effectively, saying, “I pray that Almighty God, in His infinite mercy, give me the wisdom to contribute my quota to the unity and progress of the family.”

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Davido will visit African Shrine with 100 guys, drink without paying – Seun Kuti

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Davido will visit African Shrine with 100 guys, drink without paying – Seun Kuti

He disclosed that he was frustrated after the DMW boss refused to offer him a wedding invitation.

Kuti stated this in a recent episode of ‘Curiosity Made Me Ask’ hosted by content creator Bae U Barbie.

According to him, he could not sleep for a week after Davido snubbed him for his wedding invitees.

He explained that it was painful because Davido and his team used to drink free beer at his family’s bar.

“Davido would come to the African Shrine with 100 guys, and he would drink without paying, but when it was time for his wedding, I didn’t get IV. I was pained, I didn’t sleep for one week,” he said.

Babangida Annulled 1993 Election Because He And Abiola Were Fighting Over Money – Seun Kuti

Meanwhile, Kuti has claimed that the 1993 presidential election was annulled because former Head of State, Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (IBB) and MKO Abiola had a fight over money.

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Abiola had contested the 1993 presidential election under the Social Democratic Party (SDP).

While Abiola was the clear favourite to win the election, IBB annulled the poll.

Following the annulment, Abiola was arrested and jailed.

However, speaking recently via an Instagram Live, Kuti claimed that, “When Yomi Johnson killed Samuel Doe, he ran to Nigeria. Doe was supported to come to Nigeria then.

“There were rumors back then that Samuel Doe’s money caused a fight between IBB and Abiola, this made the former Head of State refuse to give him the presidency.”

Seun Kuti also disclosed that Dele Giwa was killed because he was planning to expose a wealthy Nigerian drug dealer.

He added, “It was alleged that Dele Giwa was about to expose a big man in Nigeria for selling drugs. The best hard drugs in this Lagos are sold in Island, children of the rich are selling it.

“What killed Dele Giwa then? How many musicians, actors have been caught over their connection to hard drugs before the advent of Yahoo? Many people in this country are compromised in this drug dealing business.”

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