Warri Youths Warn VeryDarkMan To Stay Away From Town After Fight With Mr Jollof

Residents of Warri have issued a stern warning to social critic VeryDarkMan after his clash with Mr Jollof, who hails from their community. In a circulating clip, several Warri men blasted VDM for what they described as disrespectful conduct and applauded Mr Jollof for standing his ground and protecting the pride of the area. They openly barred VDM from entering Warri, declaring “VDM, we no wan see you for Warri again.” The group went further with a harsh threat: “If we see you for Warri, we go naked am.” They also publicly distanced themselves from him, saying “Verydarkman, we been like you before, but now we don discharge you from our group.” Praising Jollof for not backing down, one of the men added, “Jollof thank God say you carry Warri up, if say you fall our hand you no go enter area again…” If we see you in Warri, we will strip you n@ked – Warri residents send thr£at message to Verydarkman following his f!ght with Mr Jollof pic.twitter.com/DwOkmhi6fX — TENIOLA (@Teeniiola) November 18, 2025

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Northern PDP Leaders Endorse Tanimu Turaki as Consensus National Chairman Candidate

PDP Postpones NWC Meeting After Violence At Abuja Secretariat

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) postponed its National Working Committee (NWC) meeting on Tuesday following unrest outside its national secretariat in Wuse, Abuja. PDP National Chairman Tanimu Turaki told journalists that the decision was taken due to disruptions caused by opponents of the party leadership. “Due to some incidents caused by those who are enemies of progress, enemies of democracy, we have decided to postpone this meeting till tomorrow,” he said. Turaki, who spoke alongside Governors Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, stressed the party’s commitment to peace and orderly conduct. The postponement comes amid tensions between Turaki’s faction and supporters of the Nyesom Wike-led bloc. Turaki emerged as PDP National Chairman at a disputed convention on Saturday, which was boycotted by the Wike faction. Both factions had scheduled executive meetings at the secretariat on Tuesday, leading to confrontations. Supporters of the Wike-led faction, mostly women and youth groups, took to the streets around Wadata Plaza carrying placards with messages such as “No to Turaki” and “Turaki must go.” The Wike-backed faction reportedly gained access to the secretariat by 9:45 a.m., led by sacked Acting National Secretary Samuel Anyanwu, and accompanied by heavily armed police personnel. Turaki explained that he had informed the FCT Commissioner of Police about the planned NWC meeting and requested security, which was provided, allowing party leaders to enter the secretariat. “However, due to some incidents caused by those who are enemies of progress and democracy, we have decided to postpone this meeting till tomorrow,” Turaki said, thanking party leaders, former governors, lawmakers, and members of the Board of Trustees for their support. He added, “We in PDP are peace-loving people. We want peace to reign because we want to take over governance in this country. And if we want to take over governance, then we need to have one country in place.” The NWC meeting is now rescheduled for Wednesday, with the party reiterating its commitment to unity and orderly conduct.

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PDP Faction Led By Wike Chased Out As Makinde, Bala Mohammed, and Turaki Hold Meeting

Governors Seyi Makinde and Bala Mohammed, along with newly elected PDP National Chairman Tanimu Turaki, reportedly expelled the Nyesom Wike-led faction from the party’s national secretariat in Abuja. The clash unfolded on Monday at Wadata Plaza as rival factions attempted to hold separate meetings on the same day. Both the National Working Committee (NWC) elected in Ibadan and the Wike-supported faction had scheduled gatherings, escalating tensions. Samuel Anyanwu, National Secretary of the pro-Wike faction, arrived at the secretariat with members of his group, but a confrontation broke out, forcing the Wike faction out of the premises. Despite the chaos, Governors Makinde and Bala Mohammed, alongside Turaki, successfully gained entry into the PDP NEC hall to hold their scheduled meeting. https://twitter.com/TheICIR/status/1990726365423816932?t=JXU2Jvub_UFeo6-aMbTUxA&s=19

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PDP Warns Democracy Is Under Threat, Urges Trump To Intervene

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged the international community, particularly the United States, to step in and protect democracy in Nigeria. The call comes in the wake of chaos at the PDP National Secretariat in Wadata Plaza, Abuja, on Tuesday, when rival factions of the party clashed while attempting to hold separate meetings at the same location. Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed claimed that he and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde were tear-gassed during the disturbances. Speaking to journalists after the incident, PDP National Chairman Tanimu Turaki alleged that police also shot some party members. He said, “Some of our members who came here to attend meetings have been shot by the police. Democracy in Nigeria is under threat. We are now calling on the international community. I want to call on President Trump… this is not just about attacks on Christians, he should come and help save democracy in Nigeria. I also appeal to all developed nations to come and assist in preserving our democracy.”

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Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno Dismisses Two Aides Amid Restructuring

Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno has relieved two of his aides from their positions, the Secretary to the State Government, Enobong Uwah, announced on Monday. According to Uwah, the move is part of the administration’s “ongoing restructuring exercise to align the machinery of government with the objectives of the Renewed Hope and Arise Agenda,” and Governor Eno has approved their immediate disengagement. The aides affected are Joseph Jacob Ikpak, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor, and Felix Ekuri, Senior Special Assistant on Neighbourhood Watch. While the official explanation points to administrative restructuring, sources indicate that the decision may be linked to their attendance at the recent national convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ibadan, Oyo State, over the weekend. Both officials were originally appointed by former Governor Udom Emmanuel and were reportedly close to him. Attempts to obtain comments from Ikpak and Ekuri were unsuccessful, as their phones were reportedly switched off.

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Lola Okoye Celebrates Husband Peter Okoye’s Birthday With Heartfelt Message

Lola Omotayo-Okoye celebrated her husband, Peter Mr. P Okoye, with a warm and heartfelt birthday message on Instagram. She referred to him as “dearest Mr. P” and “father to our beautiful children,” expressing deep admiration for the man he is at home and on stage. In her message, she wished him joy, peace, and fulfillment, offering a touching prayer for God’s continued favor over his life. She asked that he be blessed with good health, strength, clarity of mind, and open doors to new opportunities. She also prayed that he experiences deeper happiness and receives everything his heart genuinely desires. Lola reaffirmed her unwavering support and protection over him, declaring that no weapon formed against him would prosper. She encouraged him to enjoy his day fully, reminding him that he is celebrated by everyone who loves and cares for him. Her post, adorned with hashtags like #birthdayboy, #kingofentertainment, #mrp, #peterokoye, and #blessed, highlighted both her affection and pride as she marked his special day.

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Tension Erupts At PDP Secretariat As Anyanwu, Turaki Factions Plan Rival Meetings

Tension heightened on Tuesday at the Wadata Plaza National Secretariat of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the factions led by Samuel Anyanwu and Kabiru Taminu Turaki prepared to hold separate meetings at the same venue in a fresh showdown over control of the party. Security was heavily reinforced around Zone 5, with police officers, DSS operatives, and other security personnel stationed across the Secretariat. Supporters of both factions gathered nearby, drumming, singing, and displaying loyalty as they awaited the unfolding power tussle. Members invited by the Anyanwu-led faction for its NEC meeting began arriving early. Anyanwu himself got to the Secretariat around 8:50 a.m. and headed straight to his office. As of 9:27 a.m., loyalists of the Turaki faction had not yet arrived, though there were strong indications they were on their way and preparing to make their presence felt. Speaking to journalists, Anyanwu explained that he requested the deployment of security personnel, noting that it is a routine precaution whenever the party convenes a NEC meeting due to the large turnout and sensitive nature of the gathering. He said: “I wrote to the security agencies and I wrote NEC on the 14th of November informing them of the NEC/BoT meeting scheduled for today. I am the National Secretary of the party and my tenure runs till December 8.” Reacting to reports that the Turaki-led faction planned to hold its own meeting at the Secretariat, he added, “We are going for our meeting and we do not expect any intruder. He is coming to hold a meeting here as what?”

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Trump To Host Cristiano Ronaldo At White House Following Portugal’s World Cup Qualification

President Donald Trump is set to welcome Cristiano Ronaldo to the White House on Tuesday after Portugal secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Portuguese football legend, one of the biggest stars of the tournament, will visit as the United States, Canada, and Mexico prepare to co-host next year’s World Cup. There are also reports that a friendly match between Portugal and the U.S. men’s national team is being discussed as a warm-up ahead of the tournament. Trump has previously hosted FIFA President Gianni Infantino at the Oval Office, and now Ronaldo, widely regarded as one of football’s greatest players, will have his own audience with the president. Ronaldo had expressed interest in meeting Trump, and his request is being fulfilled. According to multiple White House officials, the visit is scheduled on the same day Trump is expected to meet Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. It remains unclear whether the two meetings are connected, particularly as Ronaldo plays his club football in Saudi Arabia for Al-Nassr.

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