Turaki-Led PDP NEC Meets Jonathan Amid Party Leadership Crisis

The Peoples Democratic Party’s national working committee, headed by Kabiru Turaki, is meeting with former President Goodluck Jonathan in Abuja. The meeting is taking place at Jonathan’s office in Maitama, the nation’s capital, and while the details of the discussion have not been disclosed, sources suggest it concerns the party’s leadership tussle and the broader state of the nation. The PDP has been embroiled in internal conflict since November, when a faction backed by governors, including Bauchi State’s Bala Mohammed and Oyo State’s Seyi Makinde, held a convention that elected a new national working committee with Turaki as chairman. During that convention, the party expelled FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and several of his allies, including former Oyo State governor Ayodele Fayose, ex-national secretary Samuel Anyanwu, former national organising secretary Umar Bature, former legal adviser Kamaldeen Ajibade, ex-lawmaker Mao Ohuabunwa, former Imo PDP chairman Austin Nwachukwu, former Abia PDP chairman Amah Nnanna Abraham, former national vice-chairman (south-south) Dan Orbih, and Turnah George. Rejecting the expulsion, Wike’s faction set up a parallel national working committee, board of trustees, and national executive committee. In retaliation, the Makinde-aligned faction also expelled members loyal to Wike, deepening the party’s leadership crisis.

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Helen Ati Sends Message To Cubana Chief Priest Ahead Of Alleged Son’s Birthday

Helen Ati, who claims to have a child for Cubana Chief Priest, has again brought the ongoing paternity dispute into the spotlight as the alleged son’s birthday approaches. In a message shared publicly, Helen directly addressed the celebrity socialite, reminding him that the child’s birthday is coming up next week and hinting that she expects some form of action from him. “Next week is ur son birthday pascal I want to see what you will do let’s wait and see,” she wrote. The post quickly gained attention online, reigniting conversations around the long-running controversy between both parties. Helen has repeatedly insisted that Cubana Chief Priest, whose real name is Pascal Okechukwu, is the father of her son and has urged him to acknowledge the child and take responsibility. Cubana Chief Priest has, however, continued to distance himself from the claim, leaving the situation unresolved. With the birthday drawing closer, social media users are closely watching to see if her latest message will draw a response or action from him.

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Portable Blasts Ashabi Simple’s Sister Over Interference in Dispute With Ashabi

Singer Portable has escalated his ongoing dispute with his baby mama, Ashabi Simple, by publicly calling out his sister-in-law, accusing her of meddling in his personal affairs and worsening tensions between the families. The controversy, which has been playing out online for weeks, has captured widespread attention across social media platforms. In a lengthy and fiery post, Portable directly addressed his sister-in-law, outlining what he described as her interference and alleged misconduct. He said: “What is your business with our affair? You were the one that chased your sister out of her husband’s house. I rented a house for Ashabi, yet you went there and slept with different men. You are so shameless. You and your siblings filled up the place, and she was always complaining to me. You turned the house into a goat house. You said I seized your phones—was I not the one who bought the phones? Nobody in your family is rich, you ungrateful souls. “I dare you to post your father’s mud house. Your mother said Ashabi deliberately got pregnant for me so she could succeed in her acting career. Your family forced me to do the naming ceremony for the first child. When she delivered the second one, your family told me I must marry her. Can you force me to marry? You all are mad. I was the first person to get you and your sister on a plane. I sent your sister to school. I also sponsored her movie production. I gave her 300k to act a scene with Odunlade. After my fight with Ashabi, your mother came begging me to forgive her. I even gave her money.” Through his statement, Portable painted a picture of what he considers ongoing ingratitude and unreasonable demands from his baby mama’s family. He highlighted the financial and personal support he claims to have provided, from renting a house for Ashabi to funding her education and acting projects, only to be met with criticism and interference from her relatives. The singer’s post underscores the complexities of the dispute, which has involved multiple family members and drawn public attention due to its unfiltered and personal nature. Portable’s words also suggest deep frustration over what he perceives as the sister-in-law’s repeated intrusion in matters he believes should remain private between him and Ashabi. By going public with these accusations, Portable has intensified the drama surrounding Ashabi Simple and her family, signaling that the conflict is far from resolved and continues to unfold in a very public and confrontational manner.

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Abuja Nurse Killed After Late Shift, Nurses’ Group Demands Urgent Action on Insecurity

Chinemerem Pascalina Chuwumezie, a nurse at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Jabi, Abuja, has been killed by suspected “one-chance” criminals while returning home from a late shift, sparking renewed outrage over Nigeria’s growing insecurity. According to SaharaReporters, the frontline health worker was attacked in the Federal Capital Territory shortly after finishing her duties. The Elegant Nurses Forum condemned the killing, calling it a “painful and unacceptable loss” and blaming the government for failing to protect essential workers. In a statement signed by Nurse Thomas Abiodun Olamide on Tuesday, the group emphasised that such attacks are part of a wider pattern of insecurity affecting workers across the country. “We are deeply saddened and outraged by the brutal murder of Nurse Chinemerem Pascalina Chuwumezie. She was murdered by suspected ‘one-chance’ criminals while returning home after a late duty on Saturday. Nurse Chinemerem devoted her life to caring for others, yet she was abandoned to danger by a system that failed to ensure her safety,” the statement read. The forum noted that health workers often work late shifts and emergency duties without protection, making them vulnerable to preventable attacks. It also criticised labour unions for remaining silent amid the increasing violence against workers. The Elegant Nurses Forum outlined several urgent demands, including an immediate investigation into Chuwumezie’s murder, the arrest and prosecution of those responsible, and government-funded staff shuttles for workers, particularly during late-night and early-morning shifts. The group also called for strengthened security around hospitals and major worker routes, recognition of health workers as high-risk essential personnel, and decisive action from trade unions to challenge government inaction. “The life of every Nigerian matters. The life of every nurse matters. Nurses cannot continue to save lives by day and be left vulnerable to death by night. Enough is enough. We stand in solidarity with the family, colleagues, and loved ones of Nurse Chinemerem Pascalina Chuwumezie. We demand justice, safety, and responsible governance now,” the statement concluded.

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DJ Tunez Plays Davido Hits at Obi’s House Amid Wizkid-Davido Feud

Wizkid’s associate DJ Tunez caused a stir on social media after turning up at Obi’s house last night and playing Davido’s hits With You and Dami Duro, even amid the longstanding feud between Wizkid and Davido. The event also saw back-and-forth banter between DJ Tunez and Isreal DMW, keeping fans engaged in the ongoing rivalry between the two music camps. Wizkid and Davido’s highly publicized clash, which erupted several years ago, has divided fans online. DJ Tunez’s recent move—featuring Davido’s songs at a Wizkid-linked gathering—has sparked curiosity about whether the tension between the two Afrobeats stars might be softening or if it’s simply another twist in their ongoing saga.  

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Morocco 2025: No Rumpus in Eagles’ Camp -Team Administrator

The camp of Nigeria’s Super Eagles has shot down insinuations and dark innuendoes of a rumpus in the team following Monday night’s 4-0 thrashing of Mozambique’s Mambas, which progressed the three-time champions to the last-8 of the ongoing 35th Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco.   Striker Victor Osimhen was seen making gestures to fellow forward Ademola Lookman just before a corner kick, and conjectures of various complexions have followed in the legacy and digital media.   “There is no problem whatsoever in our camp. Whatever people saw as a crisis between two brothers was easily resolved a couple of hours later. All is good and we are presently at training,” Team Administrator Dayo Enebi Achor confirmed on Tuesday evening.   Achor also dismissed reports that striker Jerome Akor Adams – who scored his first ever AFCON goal on the night – abandoned the team camp. “He took permission to go and see his mother who was hospitalized here in Fès, and returned in less than an hour.”   Deputy captain Osimhen netted a brace in the encounter to move to 34 goals in 50 matches for Nigeria – only three less than the Nigeria senior record of 37 goals by ‘Goalsfather’ Rashidi Yekini (of blessed memory).   Ademola Lookman, who had two goals and two assists before the match, having played in the games against Tanzania and Tunisia while sitting out the encounter with Uganda, added another goal and three exquisite assists on the night.   All the 26 available players (young defender Ryan Alebiosu continues on his recovery path) were involved in Tuesday evening’s session at the Sardienne Complex.   The three-time champions will on Thursday move to the city of Marrakech, where they will play the winner between Algeria’s Fennecs and DR Congo’s Leopards in Saturday’s quarter-final duel scheduled to kick off at 5pm.

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Israel to Support Nigerian Christians Through Intelligence Sharing, Ambassador Says

Israel’s ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman, has clarified that the country’s proposed support for Christian communities in Nigeria will focus on intelligence-sharing collaboration with the Nigerian government. The remarks come after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, during a meeting with evangelical leaders in Florida last week, highlighted Nigeria as one of the countries where Christians face persecution and described Israel as uniquely capable of providing protection. Netanyahu’s comments prompted reactions from Nigerians, still reeling from the surprise U.S. airstrikes on Nigeria on Christmas Day. In an interview with Arise TV on Monday, Freeman stressed that Israel’s involvement would fully respect Nigeria’s sovereignty. “This is about working with Nigeria. This is not about working against Nigeria. It’s about partnering as allies to see what we can do together,” he said. Freeman added, “Netanyahu emphasised intelligence sharing as the main area for collaboration. We will work with the Nigerian government to help prevent attacks not just on Christians, but on Muslims and all Nigerians. Our goal is to work together to stop all violence in the country.” He also noted that Netanyahu’s comments were not limited to Nigeria but applied to other nations around the world where Christians face persecution.

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High-Capacity Bus Catches Fire on Third Mainland Bridge, Causing Major Traffic Delays

A high-capacity commercial bus caught fire on the Third Mainland Bridge on Tuesday afternoon, causing severe traffic congestion for motorists heading towards Iyana Oworo in Lagos State. The blaze occurred near the Adekunle section of the bridge around 1:00 p.m., the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed. In posts on its official X account, LASTMA said the burning bus disrupted traffic on one of Africa’s longest bridges. “A high-capacity bus is on fire on the Third Mainland Bridge, by Adekunle, inwards Iyana Oworo, affecting traffic. Efforts are ongoing to put out the fire, and our officers are on scene managing the traffic situation,” the agency stated. A later update indicated that firefighters from the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service were actively working to extinguish the flames. No casualties have been reported, and the cause of the fire remains unknown. The Third Mainland Bridge, which spans 11.8 kilometres, carries heavy daily traffic and is frequently affected by accidents, vehicle breakdowns, and incidents like this.

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