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Popular Nigerian Photographer Kola Onifoto Dies After Lone Motorcycle Crash In Lagos

Nigerian photographer and biker Orowole Kolapoz, popularly known as Kola Onifoto, has died after being involved in a lone motorcycle accident in Lagos. The 32-year-old creative, admired for his passion for travel and vibrant presence as a brand influencer, was said to have crashed on Sunday while embarking on what he described as his first solo biking trip outside Lagos. He had announced plans to travel to Akure, expressing excitement about joining the league of experienced riders who have explored different parts of Nigeria and beyond. In a post shared hours before the accident, he celebrated seasoned bikers with the words: “Big shout out to those who have ridden their bikes to every state in this country, to Africa, and across the world, especially women. My eye see wheeen,” he wrote. Following the crash, he was reportedly rushed to a Federal Road Safety Corps emergency facility in Ojota. He was later moved to the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, where friends and supporters held onto hope as prayers poured in for his recovery. However, he succumbed to his injuries in the early hours of Monday, March 2. News of his passing has since sparked an emotional response across social media, with many describing him as bold, inspiring and deeply committed to both photography and biking. The exact circumstances that led to the accident remain unclear. Just weeks earlier, in January, Kolapoz had celebrated fulfilling a long-time dream of fully embracing the biking lifestyle, sharing photos of himself and his motorcycle. Attempts to reach the Lagos Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps for official confirmation were unsuccessful, as calls and a text message sent to its spokesperson were not returned as of the time of this report.

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Dangote Refinery Raises Petrol Price To N875 Per Litre As Global Oil Prices Surge

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has increased the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) by N101, raising it from N774 to N875 per litre, fueling concerns of fresh fuel price surges across Nigeria. A senior official at the refinery confirmed the adjustment, attributing it to recent fluctuations in global crude oil prices. “Yes, the price has been reviewed. The new gantry price is now N875 per litre from N774. The review became necessary due to changes in global crude fundamentals and replacement costs,” the official said. Industry monitoring site petroleumprice.ng has already reflected the revised rate, signaling a shift in downstream pricing benchmarks. The increase follows the refinery’s suspension of petrol loading operations starting midnight on March 2, 2026, after international crude prices jumped past $80 per barrel. Reports indicate that PMS loading and the issuance of Proforma Invoices were temporarily halted, while diesel (Automotive Gas Oil) continued to be loaded. The move prompted several private depot operators nationwide to suspend petrol sales for the day. “Several depot owners suspended PMS sales because of the crude rally. The market is already factoring in risk premiums. Nobody wants to sell below replacement cost,” a downstream operator noted. The spike in global crude prices is linked to heightened tensions between the United States and Iran, raising fears of potential supply disruptions, particularly in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

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Sophia Momodu Files N1 Billion Lawsuit Against Davido Over Harassment And Defamation

Sophia Momodu’s lawyers have filed a N1 billion lawsuit against Davido, accusing the music star of harassment, threats, cyberbullying, and defamation following a heated exchange in court. The legal action stems from the February 12, 2026 hearing of the custody suit between Davido and Momodu at the High Court of Lagos. According to the pre-action notice, Davido allegedly became verbally abusive and aggressive toward Momodu, who appeared as counsel for the respondent. The court reportedly instructed him to apologise publicly, a directive he is said to have ignored. The notice further claims that in the days following the hearing, Davido’s affiliates shared Momodu’s photograph and identity on social media, exposing her to a flood of abusive messages and threats. Davido is also accused of posting defamatory statements on his verified Instagram and X accounts, directly tagging Momodu and making false claims about her professional conduct, which allegedly encouraged his followers to target her. Momodu’s legal team also stated that Davido publicly attacked people he mistakenly believed were her relatives, including gospel singer Tosin Bee, exposing innocent individuals to threats and ridicule. The lawyers said these actions have caused serious emotional distress, reputational damage, and well-founded fears for her safety and that of her family. To prevent formal court proceedings, the pre-action notice demands that Davido immediately stop all commentary about the case, issue a public retraction and apology on all verified platforms, direct his associates and followers to cease harassment, and pay N1 billion in compensation. If these demands are not met within seven days, Momodu intends to proceed with litigation at the High Court of Lagos.

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My Mum Tied Me Up And Tried To Beat Me On Stage, Says Sanyeri, Regrets Not Continuing Education

Olaniyi Afonja, popularly known as Sanyeri, has shared how his passion for acting once caused tension with his parents, admitting he now regrets not continuing his education. In a candid interview, the actor explained that his parents saw formal schooling as the key to a successful future and strongly opposed his pursuit of an acting career. He recounted a particularly painful incident: “There was a day Iya Niyi [my mother] came with a cane to beat me on stage. My hands and legs were tied during a performance in front of the audience and my fans.” Despite the public humiliation and family pressure, Sanyeri said he could not give up acting, which brought him joy and fulfillment. Eventually, he left home to live with his employer at the time. Looking back, he expressed remorse for not furthering his education, acknowledging that his parents only wanted to protect him and guide him toward a secure future.

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Joke Silva Says Marrying Older Man Lets You “Get Away With A Lot” In Marriage To Olu Jacobs

Veteran Nollywood actress Joke Silva has shared insights into the benefits of marrying an older man, reflecting on her long-lasting marriage to iconic actor Olu Jacobs. Speaking on TVC’s Your View, Silva, 64, revisited her romance with Jacobs, which began in 1985 despite a 20-year age difference. She admitted that while Jacobs fell in love with her at first sight, her feelings developed more gradually. “Yes, we met on stage, and when we met on a movie set, everybody knew it was the great Olu Jacobs who was coming, except me. When he came, we got on very well, and it was after we started dating that I discovered his age because he looked so good. For him, it was love at first sight, but for me, it wasn’t. These older men allow you to get away with a lot of things,” she said. Jacobs was 44 when he married the then 24-year-old Silva. Almost 40 years later, the couple remains happily married with two children, making their relationship one of Nollywood’s most admired and enduring love stories.

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I Refuse To Apologize, Says King Mitchy Amid Verydarkman Feud

King Mitchy has announced that she will not apologize as her conflict with social media activist Verydarkman continues. In a fiery post, the content creator argued that anyone who publicly calls out others must be ready to face criticism in return. She described her actions as accountability, accusing Verydarkman’s supporters of attacking her while ignoring the harm he causes to others. “I don’t owe anyone an apology. If you can call people out, be ready to be called out too. It’s called accountability – Rats will booolly you when you say anything concerning him but ignores the pain of people he calls out!! I WILL NEVEER APOLOGIZE MAKE UNA GOBUY HYPO,” she stated. The remarks come after a recent livestream in which King Mitchy consumed a harmful household chemical following heavy online backlash, an incident that sparked wider concern over social media abuse and mental health.

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Wife Of Iran Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei Dies From Injuries Sustained In Airstrike

The wife of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, has reportedly passed away after suffering injuries in the same US-Israeli airstrike that claimed her husband’s life. According to Al Jazeera, Mansoureh Khojasteh Bagherzadeh died two days after Khamenei was killed at his residence in Tehran. Iranian state media also reported that the strike resulted in the deaths of the couple’s daughter, grandchild, daughter-in-law and son-in-law. Bagherzadeh married Khamenei in 1965, and their union produced four sons and two daughters. Throughout the decades marked by political upheaval in Iran, she was said to have stood firmly behind her husband, though she largely remained out of public view and avoided any formal political role. In a rare 2011 interview with state media, she reflected on her role during her husband’s struggle against the Shah prior to the 1979 revolution. “I think my biggest role was to preserve a calm atmosphere in our home so that he could do his work in peace. “I would sometimes visit him in prison without telling him about our problems. In response to his questions about us, I would only give him good news. “Of course I was also active in distributing pamphlets, carrying messages and hiding documents, but I think [these actions] are not worth mentioning.” When asked whether her husband assisted with domestic responsibilities, she responded: “He neither currently has time [to help] nor do I expect him to do so. “One admirable trait he has which could be as an example for others, is that even, though he often comes home tired from work, he does his best to keep work-related problems away from home.” She was believed to have been 79 years old at the time of her death.

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Police Council Unanimously Endorses Olatunji Disu As Substantive IGP

The National Police Council has formally approved the appointment of Olatunji Disu as the substantive Inspector-General of Police, giving him unanimous backing at its meeting in Abuja. The development was confirmed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to Bola Tinubu, shortly after the session at the State House. The meeting, which lasted about 40 minutes, began around 2:15 pm when the President arrived at the Council Chamber. “Yes, they have unanimously endorsed Disu as IGP,” Onanuga said. The council’s deliberation followed the resignation of former Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun. In an earlier statement announcing Egbetokun’s exit, the Presidency had indicated that the Police Council would be convened in accordance with the Police Act 2020 to consider Disu’s appointment. “In compliance with the provisions of the Police Act 2020, President Tinubu will convene a meeting of the Nigeria Police Council shortly to formally consider the appointment of AIG Disu as substantive Inspector-General of Police, after which his name will be transmitted to the Senate for confirmation,” Onanuga had stated previously. Chaired by the President, the Police Council comprises the 36 state governors, the Chairman of the Police Service Commission, and the Inspector-General of Police.

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