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Trump Bans Soyinka From US

Trump Bans Soyinka From US

The United States under President Donald Trump has revoked the visa of globally renowned scholar, Nobel laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka. The scholar announced this at Kongi’s Harvest Gallery, Freedom Park, Lagos Island, on Tuesday. He said he was unaware of any wrongdoing that could have warranted the revocation. “It is necessary for me to hold this conference so that people in the United States who are expecting me for this event or that event do not waste their time.” “I have no visa; I am banned, obviously, from the United States. And if you want to see me, you know where to find me,” he said. According to Soyinka, the US Consulate informed him of the revocation via a letter. “I’m still looking into my past history… I don’t have any past criminal record or even a felony or misdemeanour to qualify for the revocation.” “I’ve started looking back—have I ever misbehaved toward the United States of America? Do I have a history? Have I been convicted? Have I gone against the law anywhere?” It can be recalled Soyinka in 2017 during the United States election in a viral video said he would tear his Green Card if Donald Trump becomes the President.

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Tuoyo Ideh Alleges Brutal Beating By NDLEA During Proxy Nightclub Raid

Tuoyo Ideh Alleges Brutal Beating By NDLEA During Proxy Nightclub Raid

Former Big Brother Naija contestant Tuoyo Ideh has accused NDLEA operatives of assaulting him during a raid at Proxy Nightclub in Victoria Island, Lagos. The raid, which occurred in the early hours of Sunday, October 26, led to the arrest of socialite Pretty Mike and over 100 guests. In a video shared on Instagram Monday night, Tuoyo said he was at the club as a promoter, helping clients book tables, when officers, accompanied by military personnel, stormed the venue. He claimed that even after passing the initial security check, he was forcibly taken into custody with other patrons. While detained, he said he was beaten with sticks and ordered to roll on the ground. The assault reportedly only ended after a female officer intervened, though he was still made to perform frog jumps despite severe pain. “I’m a promoter; if you see me outside, it’s for business. I hadn’t even been inside 30 minutes when everyone was told to go down. I saw people in black uniforms and military personnel. They took our phones, searched me from head to toe, even my socks, and found nothing. Then they made us sit outside on the floor, which was humiliating,” he said. “After a while, a woman pointed at me. Five men rushed me, slapped me, and one said, ‘Na you go post abi? Shoot him.’ They hit me with sticks, kicked me, and slapped me. I was rolling on the floor struggling to breathe. I’ve never been beaten like that in my life.” He added: “Nigeria finally happened to me 💔 😥🥺. I can’t even stand or lie down properly. The beating left my legs, hands, back, and head in unbearable pain. Yesterday, I felt completely helpless. The intimidation and humiliation were overwhelming. We live in a country where human rights and freedom of speech are routinely ignored.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Tuoyo Ideh (@itstuoyoofficial)

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Nigerian Singer J Martins Escapes Deadly Car Accident

Nigerian Singer J Martins Escapes Deadly Car Accident

Nigerian singer and Senior Special Assistant to the Abia State Governor on Tourism and Entertainment, Martins Okechukwu Justice, popularly known as J Martins, narrowly survived a car crash on Monday. The incident happened along the Enugu-Aba-Port Harcourt expressway when his car reportedly suffered brake failure, causing it to veer off the road and crash into thick bush. Speaking about the ordeal, J Martins described the experience as “terrible” but expressed gratitude to God for his safety. “I thank God for protecting me. I was able to get out of the car without any injuries,” he said, relieved that the accident did not cause harm.

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APC Demands Plateau Governor Mutfwang Reveal Who Pressured Him to Join Party

The Plateau State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged Governor Caleb Mutfwang to disclose the individuals allegedly pressuring him to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the APC. Mutfwang, speaking over the weekend at the Government House banquet hall in Jos, said several APC members had approached him to join their party. He, however, emphasized that only God and the electorate who voted for him could influence such a decision. “It is not a lie that they are putting pressure on me. But I told them that only two people would authorise me to change my party: one is the God of heaven, and the other is you, the people. Those who are rejecting me for what I did not seek are only hiding their desires. The truth is that 60 to 70 per cent of APC members in the state would be glad to have us in their party. They are just biting their fingers because they know I won’t join them,” the governor said. Reacting on Monday in Jos, APC acting state publicity secretary Shittu Bamaiyi dismissed the governor’s remarks as “self-denial” and accused him of attempting to distract the public from perceived failures of his administration. Bamaiyi argued that if Mutfwang had genuinely delivered for the people of Plateau, there would be no talk of political defection. “If he truly cared for his supporters and the state, he should have named those pressuring him and explained why,” Bamaiyi said. “Regardless, it is a serious mark against a sitting governor when the opposition openly objects to his joining their ranks, even when their goal is to win future elections.”

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19-Year-Old Bride Dies By Suicide After Wedding Dress Criticism

19-Year-Old Commits Suicide After Wedding Gown Criticism

Lyaman Mammadli, a 19-year-old bride from Mingachevir, Azerbaijan, reportedly took her own life after her husband’s family criticized her wedding dress as “too revealing” and “provocative.” Her father, Murad Bayramov, said Mammadli was accused of looking “n*ked” because her shoulders were uncovered. The confrontation left her distraught, and she later died by suicide in her parents’ garden. “My daughter’s groom and his parents caused a fight in my home over her wedding dress,” Bayramov said. “She couldn’t bear it and took her own life.” While Azerbaijan is a Muslim-majority country, the family has not specified Mammadli’s personal religion. Bayramov also denied media claims that his daughter was pressured into marrying her 33-year-old husband, Elnur Mamedli. “After the celebration, Elnur came to our home with his parents and started a big argument. They said, ‘What a disgrace. How could you let your daughter wear such a shameful, revealing wedding dress?’ We explained it was a normal gown, the kind many brides wear, but they refused to calm down,” he said. The dispute continued the following day, with the groom’s parents accusing Mammadli of “disgracing their son and family.” “In her emotional turmoil, she couldn’t endure it and ended her life,” her father said. He added that although her husband attended the funeral, he “refused to let them stay” and had them leave. Police are investigating whether a criminal case should be opened over the alleged bullying that led to the bride’s tragic death.

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Michael Blackson Apologizes to Fiancee After Welcoming Child With Another Woman

Comedian Michael Blackson has issued a public apology to his fiancee, Rada, after welcoming a child with another woman just weeks after the birth of their own son. Blackson and Rada’s son, Mikey, was born on June 17, 2025, while his second son, King Kweku Blackson, arrived on August 6, 2025, with a female friend he has known for over five years. In an Instagram post, he apologized for the situation but emphasized that he loves both of his new sons equally. He revealed that his older twin sons and even his mother only recently learned about the second child. Blackson also disclosed that Rada has left him and pleaded for her forgiveness, writing: “Two months after Rada gave birth to little Mikey, a female friend I’ve known for over five years also gave birth to my son King Kweku Blackson. My two boys have brought so much joy to my life but also caused me to lose my fiancée Rada. My older twin boys, who are now 18, didn’t find out until last night, and my mom didn’t even know. My apologies to Rada and I hope she forgives me for the pain I’ve caused. I’m going to be the best loving father in the world.” He added with humor: “To avoid turning into Nick Cannon or Elon Musk, I’m only dating women that ran out of period or had a hysterectomy.” Earlier, Rada had opened up about struggling with postpartum depression and raising their son alone. Blackson responded, stating that his responsibility was to fund their son’s lifestyle. The comedian also missed Mikey’s birth while briefly stepping out to get coffee, a moment both later joked about, saying it reduced stress and spared him from seeing the delivery directly. Blackson’s apology highlights the personal and public challenges he now faces, as he seeks to mend his relationship with Rada while embracing fatherhood for his two newest sons.

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Bode George Says His Children Can’t Get Jobs In Nigeria Because Of His Name

Bode George Says His Children Can’t Get Jobs In Nigeria Because Of His Name

Bode George, a senior Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader, has raised concerns over the country’s unemployment and hunger crisis, revealing that even his children are struggling to find work because of his name. Speaking on Nigeria Info FM 99.3, George described widespread frustration and hunger across the country. “Today in Nigeria, everywhere there is hunger and anger. Forget about me being in the PDP, the base of the pyramid is what really matters,” he said. “What have we done to positively impact the generality of Nigerians? There is so much anger in the land and so much hunger.” He noted that graduates are left without hope, while non-graduates remain idle. He urged the government to establish a special fund to empower unskilled youths and provide micro-credit for graduates seeking to start businesses. George also referenced the First Lady’s recent appeal for contributions to build a national library, suggesting that the President could have directed banks, which donated N20 billion in two days, to channel public funds responsibly for such initiatives. Highlighting the personal consequences of his reputation, George said, “The younger generation in this country, including my own children who graduated a long time ago, have returned and tried to get a job, but they can’t get a job because their name is Bode George.”

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Brendan Rodgers Resigns As Celtic Manager, O’Neill And Maloney To Lead Team Temporarily

Brendan Rodgers Resigns As Celtic Manager, O’Neill And Maloney To Lead Team Temporarily

Celtic have announced that Brendan Rodgers has stepped down as manager, bringing his second spell at the club to a close. The resignation comes after Sunday’s 3-1 Scottish Premiership defeat to Hearts, which left Celtic eight points behind the Edinburgh side. “Celtic Football Club can confirm that football manager Brendan Rodgers has today tendered his resignation,” the club said. “Brendan will leave his role with immediate effect. He leaves with our thanks for the role he has played during a period of continued success for the club, and we wish him further success in the future.” The search for a permanent manager is already underway. In the interim, former Celtic manager Martin O’Neill and ex-player Shaun Maloney will oversee first-team affairs. Rodgers, 52, returned to Celtic in June 2023, adding back-to-back league titles to his previous successes in 2017 and 2018. His first spell at the club, from 2016 to 2019, saw him guide Celtic to successive league and cup trebles, including a record 106-point unbeaten season—the first in the Scottish top flight since 1899. Rodgers has also managed Swansea, Liverpool, and Leicester. During his second tenure at Celtic, he secured the Scottish Cup and League Cup alongside consecutive league triumphs. However, this season has been difficult, marked by Celtic’s shocking Champions League exit to Kazakhstan’s Kairat Almaty, raising questions about the club’s European ambitions.

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