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The Police Command in Oyo State says it has begun a manhunt for the abductors of Bishop Oluwaseun Aderogba of Jebba Diocese, Kwara State, his wife and driver.

The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP Adewale Osifeso, stated this while confirming the incident in a statement on Monday.

Aderogba, his wife and driver were kidnapped on Sunday, at about 9.00 p.m. on New Oyo/Ogbomoso Expressway.

The Bishop’s chaplain, who was with the victims when the incident happened, said their vehicle developed a fault some few kilometers to Oyo, when they were traveling from Ogun State to Jebba, and before help could come some armed men came from the bush and surrounded them.

He said that he was lucky because he was not visible because of his black cassock and fell flat on the ground to hide while the abductors matched the Bishop, wife and driver to the bush.

The PPRO said that preliminary investigations revealed that the victim’s vehicle allegedly developed a mechanical fault, while traveling from Yewa, Ogun State to Jebba, Kwara State, enroute an isolated area on New Oyo/Ogbomoso Expressway.

He said that the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations of the Command, was in charge of the rescue operation that began since 9am of Sunday.

Osifeso said that all the tactical teams of the Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Squad, Ambush Squad, Puff Adder, Police Mobile Force (PMF), Counter Terrorism Unit (CTU) and Conventional Police personnel, along with local hunters and vigilantes, were all involved in the rescue operations.

He further said that discreet investigation led by the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) was simultaneously being vigorously embarked upon, to ensure that the victims were rescued unhurt.

He enjoined members of the public to report any suspicious movement to the nearest Police Division or formation, credible and timely information and assured the general public of their safety, as they went about their lawful activities.

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Pastor Remanded Over Viral Video of Toluwanisings’ Corpse After Failed Attempt to Raise Singer From Dead

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Pastor Remanded Over Viral Video of Toluwanisings’ Corpse After Failed Attempt to Raise Singer From Dead

 

IBADAN, Oyo State — A self-proclaimed prophet, Moses Idowu, has been remanded in a correctional facility after allegedly filming and circulating disturbing footage of the corpse of late Nigerian gospel singer, Olayemi Bayonle Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, following a failed attempt to resurrect the deceased.

 

The development has sparked renewed controversy surrounding the gospel musician’s death, with the Oyo State Police Command warning social media users against exploiting the tragedy through unverified allegations and sensational publications.

 

The police confirmed the prophet’s remand on Friday in a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade.

 

According to the police, Idowu allegedly visited the morgue where Toluwanisings’ remains were deposited, claiming he possessed the spiritual ability to bring the deceased singer back to life.

 

However, during the unauthorised visit, the suspect allegedly recorded a video showing the singer’s corpse and subsequently circulated the footage on social media without the consent or knowledge of his family.

 

Police authorities said the suspect went further to make what they described as unsubstantiated and defamatory allegations against the singer’s widow, Mrs Olayemi Elizabeth Damilola, and his personal assistant and manager, Babadunmi Gbolabo, accusing them of having a hand in his death without presenting credible evidence.

 

Following investigations, Idowu was arraigned on a four-count charge bordering on the unlawful recording and publication of a deceased person’s image, indignity to a human body, publication of defamatory material and conduct likely to cause a breach of public peace.

 

After taking his plea, the presiding magistrate ordered his remand at a correctional facility.

 

The court subsequently adjourned the case until December 2, 2026, for further proceedings.

 

Police Arrest Blogger Over Alleged False Claims Against Singer’s Family

 

In a related development, the police also confirmed the arrest and arraignment of a blogger and content creator, Oladapo Joshua Dunminimnun, over videos allegedly accusing members of Toluwanisings’ family and his personal assistant of involvement in his death.

 

Dunminimnun was arrested on Thursday, November 12, following the circulation of several videos on Facebook containing the allegations.

 

DSP Ayanlade disclosed that the blogger allegedly continued publishing the videos despite repeated warnings from the police and the bereaved family.

 

The police spokesperson also said the suspect disregarded a peace undertaking previously signed by concerned parties, which reportedly restrained individuals from making public statements or publications concerning the late musician.

 

He was subsequently arraigned on a three-count charge bordering on the publication of false news on Facebook, unlawful publication of defamatory material and conduct likely to cause a breach of public peace.

 

The court adjourned his case until December 11, 2026.

 

Police Warn Social Media Users Against Exploiting Toluwanisings’ Death

 

Reacting to the developments, the Oyo State Police Command expressed concern over what it described as the growing practice of some content creators exploiting tragic incidents to generate online engagement.

 

The command cautioned that freedom of expression does not exempt anyone from legal consequences, particularly when publications involve alleged defamation, false information or actions capable of disturbing public peace.

 

It urged members of the public to respect the dignity of deceased persons, demonstrate compassion towards grieving families and allow law enforcement agencies and the courts to handle sensitive matters.

 

How Toluwanisings’ Death Sparked Family Controversy

 

Toluwanisings died on October 14, 2026, after reportedly slumping at his residence in Ibadan.

 

His sudden death triggered widespread reactions and weeks of disagreement between his father, Muniru Adekunle Olayemi, and his widow over arrangements for his burial.

 

The disagreement reportedly generated considerable public attention, with the police intervening to restore calm and prevent further tension among the deceased singer’s relatives.

 

Following the intervention, the gospel musician was eventually buried at his Ibadan residence on November 9, 2026, in a quiet and private ceremony.

 

The latest arrests have added another dimension to the controversy, as the police move against individuals accused of circulating unauthorised footage of the deceased and making allegations against members of his family.

 

Pastor Remanded Over Viral Video of Toluwanisings’ Corpse After Failed Attempt to Raise Singer From Dead

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Kwankwaso’s Daughter, Kano Governor’s Wife, Files for Divorce, Offers to Refund Dowry

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Kwankwaso’s Daughter, Kano Governor’s Wife, Files for Divorce, Offers to Refund Dowry

 

ABUJA — Zainab Musa Kwankwaso, the wife of Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and daughter of former Kano State Governor Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has reportedly approached an Abuja court seeking the dissolution of her marriage to the governor.

 

Zainab, who is the governor’s second wife, reportedly instituted the divorce proceedings at the Upper Area Court sitting in Gudu, Abuja, in a case marked CV/97/26.

 

In her application, she reportedly expressed her willingness to refund the dowry paid by Governor Yusuf as part of the process of ending their marriage.

 

Reasons Behind Divorce Application

 

According to details contained in the court filings, Zainab cited an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage, alleging that the relationship had lost the love, affection, care and emotional connection necessary for a successful marital union.

 

She also reportedly expressed concern that continuing in the marriage could make it difficult for her to observe the limits and obligations prescribed by Islamic injunctions governing marital relationships.

 

The couple reportedly got married on July 29, 2006, when Zainab was serving as an aide to her father, Senator Kwankwaso.

 

Their marriage has produced six children.

 

Court Summons Governor Yusuf

 

Following the filing of the divorce suit, the Upper Area Court in Gudu reportedly issued a summons directing Governor Yusuf to appear before it on November 17, 2026, in connection with the proceedings.

 

The development is attracting attention because of the political relationship between the governor and his father-in-law, Senator Kwankwaso, who was instrumental in Yusuf’s emergence as governor.

 

The relationship between the two political figures has reportedly become strained amid political disagreements surrounding the future of the Kwankwasiyya political movement and the governor’s political direction.

 

The divorce proceedings have now introduced a family dimension to the already widely discussed relationship between the two political camps.

 

However, the legal action should be treated separately from the political disagreements, as no established evidence in the reported court filings has linked the divorce application directly to the political differences.

 

As of the time of filing this report, neither the Kano State Government nor Governor Yusuf had issued an official statement concerning the reported divorce proceedings.

 

The court is expected to hear the matter on November 17, 2026.

 

 

Kwankwaso’s Daughter, Kano Governor’s Wife, Files for Divorce, Offers to Refund Dowry

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“I Cheated Because I’m Human Too” — Divorced Restaurant Owner Accuses Ex-Husband of Sleeping With Over 16 Women

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“I Cheated Because I’m Human Too” — Divorced Restaurant Owner Accuses Ex-Husband of Sleeping With Over 16 Women

 

A divorced restaurant owner has ignited heated discussions on social media after publicly accusing her former husband of having affairs with more than 16 women during their relationship, alleging that two of the women became pregnant for him.

The woman, whose Facebook post has attracted considerable attention, also admitted that she eventually cheated on her husband, insisting that she was not prepared to shoulder all the blame for the collapse of their marriage.

In a bold defence of her actions, she declared: “Yes, I cheated because I’m human too,” questioning why her own infidelity appeared to attract condemnation while her former husband’s alleged relationships with multiple women were being overlooked.

According to her account, the former couple met in 2019, and she claimed to have remained faithful during the early years of their relationship.

However, she alleged that things took a different turn in 2023 when she began uncovering what she described as repeated acts of infidelity by her husband.

The restaurant owner claimed that her former husband was involved with more than 16 women during their marriage. She further alleged that two of the women became pregnant for him, describing the discoveries as deeply painful and emotionally devastating.

The allegations, if established, point to the extent of the marital difficulties she says she endured before the relationship eventually collapsed.

Explaining how she eventually became involved with another person, the woman suggested that her decision was influenced by the emotional pain and betrayal she experienced over her husband’s alleged affairs.

She questioned the apparent double standards in how society judges men and women over marital infidelity, arguing that she should not be singled out for condemnation without considering the circumstances surrounding her marriage.

Her declaration, “I cheated because I’m human too,” has become a major talking point among social media users, with many debating whether repeated betrayal can explain, although not necessarily justify, a partner’s decision to retaliate through infidelity.

The revelation has also reopened conversations about trust, forgiveness, revenge, marital responsibility and the emotional consequences of unfaithfulness.

While some commenters have sympathised with the woman, arguing that nobody should be expected to endure repeated betrayal in a marriage, others have maintained that cheating remains wrong regardless of which partner commits it.

Others have questioned whether responding to infidelity with another affair only deepens the damage and makes reconciliation more difficult.

The controversy has also highlighted the different standards sometimes applied to men and women when allegations of extramarital relationships emerge.

As discussions continue, neither the former husband nor the women allegedly involved in the reported affairs have publicly responded to the accusations.

For now, the claims remain the restaurant owner’s account of what she says happened in her marriage, with no independent confirmation of the allegations.

 

“I Cheated Because I’m Human Too” — Divorced Restaurant Owner Accuses Ex-Husband of Sleeping With Over 16 Women

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