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Bobrisky: Kano bans movies promoting cross-dressing
Bobrisky: Kano bans movies promoting cross-dressing
The Kano State Government has issued a ban on all movies and cinematic productions that promote thuggery and cross-dressing within the state.
The announcement came via a press statement from Abdullah Sani Sulaiman, the media officer of the State’s Censorship Board.
The decision follows complaints from residents about content deemed to contravene cultural values.
“It is high time we put a stop to this sort of films that corrupt the morals of the Kano people,” the board stated.
The board noted that it was “high time to fish out any film that may demoralize our customs, norms and values in the name of reaching popularity, viewers or business making”.
The board also commended the people of the state for their vigilance in reporting any content perceived to be at odds with cultural and Islamic principles.
Nigerian Police Force had said cross-dressing was not an offence under Nigerian law.
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The Nigeria Police Force on Tuesday said it could not arrest popular cross-dresser, Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, better known as Bobrisky over calls to arrest the socialite.
There have been calls for Bobrisky’s arrest, especially after social media influencer and blogger, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan in recent videos condemned the award of Best Dressed Female to the cross-dresser at a Nollywood event.
However, the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Ademola told Channels TV on Tuesday that cross-dressers could not be arrested because there was no law against cross-dressing in Nigeria.
He also said there is no evidence to support claims that cross-dressers also belong to the LGBTQ+ community.
He said, “There are some cases that are always very difficult to prove.
“I’m not ruling out that we have many of them. Let us be reasonable, you can’t have someone you want to prosecute without having credible evidence against them. I have not read anywhere where cross-dressing is an offence in Nigeria.
“Some of them that are into cross-dressing, the allegation is that they are into something else.
“That’s where the problem lies. We need to have enough proof, credible evidence to prove that they are actually into that. All those offences are natural offences in Nigeria and they are punishable under our laws.”
Bobrisky: Kano bans movies promoting cross-dressing
Entertainment
I’ll never marry a man who can’t afford a cook – BBNaija star Doyin
I’ll never marry a man who can’t afford a cook – BBNaija star Doyin
BNaija star star Doyinsola Anuoluwapo David, popularly known as Doyin has caused a buzz online about her marital preferences, particularly concerning the affordability of hiring a cook.
The episode featured Twitter personality Daniel Regha as a guest, who shared his views on the matter.
During their conversation, Daniel Regha emphasized that cooking is an essential skill for everyone.
He argued that while both genders should know how to cook, it is particularly important for a wife to have these skills and pass them on to her children.
Entertainment
Drake loses $565k after betting on Tyson Fury against Usyk
Drake loses $565k after betting on Tyson Fury against Usyk
Multi-Grammy-winning Canadian rapper Aubrey ‘Drake’ Graham has lost $565,000 after betting on Tyson Fury to beat Oleksandr Usyk.
It is yet another big-money gambling loss for the ‘First Person Shooter’ crooner.
Before the fight, Drake revealed on Instagram that he had gambled $565,000 on Fury to win.
If Fury had won, he would have collected just over $1million.
Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury in a split decision to become the undisputed Heavyweight champion of the world.
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The fight was the first undisputed heavyweight fight in nearly 25 years in Saudi Arabia.
Two judges scored the fight in Usyk’s favour- 115-113 and 114-113 with the other giving it to Fury at 114-113.
The knockdown of Fury in the ninth round proved decisive. He is now a two-weight undisputed world champion.
In round nine, Fury was completely out off his feet and stumbled around the ring a Usyk went in search of the finishing shot.
The referee then called a knockdown, giving Fury a standing count with the Gypsy King slumped in the corner.
Usyk has now added Fury’s WBC title to his own WBA, IBF and WBO belts.
Drake previously lost a six-figure sum after Anthony Joshua’s knockout win over Francis Ngannou, and another $700,000 after Dricus Du Plessis beat Sean Strickland at UFC 297.
Drake loses $565k after betting on Tyson Fury against Usyk
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Portable out with new song after leaving police custody
Portable out with new song after leaving police custody
Controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, wasted no time in getting back to his music career after his recent release from police custody.
The artist shared a snippet of his upcoming song, titled “Spiderman,” just hours after being released.
The “Zazuu” hitmaker, who gained attention for his viral video evading arrest by scaling over a gate, responded to his recent troubles with a diss track. Portable’s arrest stemmed from his failure to adhere to the payment plan for his G-Wagon SUV.
In the wake of the incident, Portable’s creativity took flight as he channeled his experiences into his music. The teaser for “Spiderman” hints at a song that embodies his resilient spirit and ability to overcome obstacles, echoing the theme of his escapade captured in the viral video.
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Portable’s swift return to the studio and release of new music demonstrate his dedication to his craft and his ability to turn adversity into artistic inspiration.
As fans eagerly anticipate the full release of “Spiderman,” Portable continues to make waves in the music industry with his unique style and unwavering determination.
Newstrends reported that Portable regained his freedom after meeting the bail conditions set for his release.
His recent arrest is not the first of Portable’s encounters with the authorities.
Recall that in March 2023, the Ogun State Police Command arrested the famous singer for cursing and manhandling some men of the Nigeria Police Force in two video clips that went viral.
Newstrends also reported that Portable was invited by the police during the probe but refused to honour the invitation thereby propelling the police to issue a 72-hour ultimatum and after which, he got arrested.
Portable out with new song after leaving police custody
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