Entertainment
We arrested Portable over N14m car debt – Police
We arrested Portable over N14m car debt – Police
Lagos State Police Command has apprehended renowned musician Habeeb Okikiola, widely known as Portable, for failing to settle a debt incurred during the purchase of a G-Wagon from a local car dealer.
According to reports from PUNCH Online, Portable allegedly purchased the luxury vehicle valued at N27 million but only paid N13 million upfront, neglecting the remaining N14 million balance. Despite repeated requests from the car dealer to fulfill his payment obligations, Portable allegedly cited issues with the vehicle’s quality as a reason for withholding payment.
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Subsequently, after exhausting all attempts to resolve the matter amicably, the car dealer reported the incident to the police. Law enforcement officers promptly intervened and apprehended Portable for further investigation.
Confirming the arrest, Benjamin Hundeyin, the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, affirmed the situation, stating, “Yes, Portable has been arrested. He bought a G-Wagon for N27 million, paid N13 million, and refused to pay the rest, claiming the vehicle was bad. We arrested him today.”
The incident sheds light on the importance of honoring financial commitments and resolving disputes through proper channels. As the case unfolds, it serves as a reminder of the legal repercussions that may arise from failure to fulfill contractual obligations.
We arrested Portable over N14m car debt – Police
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Ibadan politician Adeojo demands N58m from Wasiu Ayinde over breach of contract
Ibadan politician Adeojo demands N58m from Wasiu Ayinde over breach of contract
One of the Oyo state most influential politicians, Alhaji Yekini Adeojo has demanded a refund of the sum of N8 million and additional N50 million for damages from Fuji musician, Alhaji King Wasiu Ayinde for failure to perform at daughter’s wedding, Alhaji Chief (Dr.) Yekini Adeojo
A letter from Ba Law Firm of Chief Bolaji Ayorinde , SAN, OFR, acting on behalf of Chief Adeojo, has demanded from King Wasiu Ayinde to pay the sum of N58m within the period of 14 days, from the date of the receipt of the letter, and in the event of failure to pay the sum, a legal action will be taken against the musician to enforce compliance.
Ba Law Firm stated in the letter to Wasiu Ayinde that Chief Adeojo contracted the musician to perform at the wedding ceremony of Miss Mariam Oyinade Adeojo on 29 June 2024 in Ibadan, Oyo State with agreed sum of N8m paid into the account of Wasiu Ayinde since 9 January 2024, but the musician breach the contract by not showing up for the performance after Chief Adeojo had made elaborate preparation for the wedding ceremony with the invitation of the who-is-who in the society including the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde.
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“To worsen the situation, out client further states that the payment for your performance at his daughter’s wedding scheduled for 29 June 2024 at Jogor Event Centre, Ibadan, Oyo State was made since the 9th day of January, 2024, a period of over five months to the date of the event, yet, you failed to show up for your performance and deliberately breached the contract between you and our client,” the letter reads.
By this breach, Chief Adeojo is demanding from Wasiu Ayinde immediate refund of N8m being the sum paid in advance for the performance, payment of N50m for damages on the breach of contract and payment of interest of 10 percent on N8m since 9 January 2024 and a letter of apology.
Ibadan politician Adeojo demands N58m from Wasiu Ayinde over breach of contract
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Olu Jacobs alive, wife debunks death rumour
Olu Jacobs alive, wife debunks death rumour
Wife of veteran actor Olu Jacobs, Joke Silva has debunked the rumours making the rounds about her husband’s death.
Media reports have said Jacobs who is 81 died today.
It is the third time reports of his death would fill the media only for it to be denied.
A once virile and agile actor has lost weight over the time over undisclosed illnesses.
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But he is also believed to be suffering from dementia.
Amidst the growing rumours, the wife said in a statement on her Instagram story that her husband was alive and doing well.
She wrote, “Good day everyone, trust all is going well. The Jacobs Clan would love to inform you that Papa J (Olu Jacobs MFR), is alive and well; enjoying himself as always in the comfort of his home and loved ones.”
Also debunking the death rumours, Betty Irabor, a Nigerian writer wrote: “Olu Jacob is well and alive..pls ignore all rumors of his passing.”
Olu Jacobs alive, wife debunks death rumour
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NFVCB warns filmmakers against promoting same-sex, pornography
NFVCB warns filmmakers against promoting same-sex, pornography
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has issued a warning to filmmakers to desist from promoting and producing films that promote same-sex relationships and pornography that contravenes the Same-Sex Marriage prohibition Act and the NFVCB Act.
In a statement made available to NollyNow, the Board regrets that in spite of its recent sustained engagements with filmmakers and the leadership of guilds and associations in the motion picture industry for a safer and healthy screen, there are still filmmakers who indulge in producing obscene and unlawful contents.
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The Board said it was working with relevant security agencies to track the filmmakers and production companies involved and would stop at nothing to ensure that those already identified face the full wrath of the law.
Although the Board assured that it would continue to engage filmmakers and content creators on the need for a safer and healthier screen, it reminded stakeholders including conventional and digital platform owners that it was illegal to distribute any film or video content, including skits and musical videos, on any platform without classification from the National Film and Video Censors Board.
NFVCB warns filmmakers against promoting same-sex, pornography
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