D’Banj Reflects On Mo’Hits Split, Says Don Jazzy Initiated The Breakup

D’Banj has shed new light on the end of Mo’Hits Records, explaining that the decision to disband was entirely Don Jazzy’s call. Speaking with Seun Okinbaloye, he explained that the split wasn’t fueled by bad blood but by a difference in direction and timing, which eventually pushed both of them toward new phases of growth. He praised Don Jazzy for making the transition smooth, especially by transferring full ownership of his catalog — including several unreleased records — a gesture he described as pivotal in keeping his career intact. Looking back at their final major collaboration, Oliver Twist, he described it as a breakthrough moment that helped propel him to a wider global audience. D’Banj shared: “It didn’t come from me, the idea to go our separate ways didn’t come from me, it came from Don Jazzy 100%. That’s why we’re still cool, and that’s why he gave me 100 percent of my catalog, even 10 other songs I haven’t released. It’s not about the record label for me, it’s about the movement and future.” “For me personally, even though it was a journey and he had his opinions, I knew that we needed to cement that global movement, and I’m glad that, in the end, God still made it happen for us.” The idea to break from Don Jazzy didn't come from me – DbanjFind out more via the link below:https://t.co/lYVDjqfWQZ You can watch the full show via our YouTube channel See the link below:https://t.co/RMXssrK3tT…#miconpodcast pic.twitter.com/jIu6AAO2Fv — MIC ON PODCAST (@Themiconshow) November 16, 2025

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Doris Ogala Vows to Sue Pastor Chris Okafor Over Broken Marriage Promise

Actress Doris Ogala has announced her intention to take legal action against Pastor Chris Okafor, accusing him of breaking a promise to marry her and marrying another woman instead. In a live interview, Ogala detailed her plans, emphasizing her serious intention to marry and claiming she possesses evidence to back her allegations. She admitted to having a phone-based relationship with Okafor while still married, describing it as a mistake, but maintained that she is ready to present proof in court. This comes despite warnings from media personality Daddy Freeze about possible legal repercussions. Ogala said in part: “I am suing Chris because he promised me marriage and that’s a crime in the law; he left me for another woman. I have proof, I have evidence. He’ll hear from my lawyer very soon. Chris knew I was married, though I used to be his girlfriend. I used to send him video of me touching myself while on my ex-husband’s bed. He would always tell me to send him video…” Pastor Chris Okafor has not publicly responded to the claims.

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Kabiru Turaki Becomes New PDP National Chairman After Delegate Vote

Kabiru Turaki, once Minister of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, has now taken the helm of the Peoples Democratic Party after delegates confirmed him as the new National Chairman during the party’s national convention in Ibadan on Saturday night. His emergence followed the withdrawal of Katsina’s 2023 governorship candidate, Lado Danmarke, who stepped aside shortly before voting. Despite pulling out, Danmarke’s name remained on the ballot and he still drew 275 votes. Turaki dominated the process with 1,516 votes from the 1,834 ballots counted. Forty-three votes were declared invalid. “It is therefore clear from the votes cast that Taminu Turaki has won the position of National Chairman of the PDP with a total of 1,516 votes.” The election also produced Solarin Sunday Adekunle as Deputy National Organising Secretary after he secured 633 votes. However, the contests for National Youth Leader and Deputy National Legal Adviser were suspended. Seventeen additional positions had no challengers, allowing the nominees to be confirmed without a contest. Out of the 3,131 delegates expected, 2,745 were accredited to participate in the convention. The gathering drew several governors, including Bala Mohammed, Seyi Makinde, Ahmadu Fintiri, Dauda Lawal, and Caleb Mutfwang. Governors Ademola Adeleke, Siminalayi Fubara, and Agbu Kefas were not in attendance. Senior party figures such as Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro, former governors Olagunsoye Oyinlola and Ibrahim Dankwambo, and Board of Trustees Chairman Senator Adolphus Wabara were also present. Turaki’s rise to the top seat aligns with the PDP’s zoning arrangement, which in August placed the 2027 presidential ticket in the South and the national chairmanship in the North. In the weeks leading up to the convention, influential figures from the North-West rallied behind him as their consensus choice. Those involved in the endorsement included governors from Bauchi, Plateau, Adamawa, and Zamfara, former Senate President Bukola Saraki, former Information Minister Jerry Gana, Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro, and former Education Minister Ibrahim Shekarau.

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Adamawa Governor Fintiri Distances Himself From Wike-Led PDP Expulsions

Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has clarified that he does not support the expulsion of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and his allies from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), warning that the move could deepen divisions within the party. In a statement, Fintiri said he “categorically dissociates” himself from the decision to expel Wike, adding that such actions are not in the best interest of the party and could push the PDP further into crisis. The expulsions were carried out during the PDP convention in Ibadan on Saturday, targeting Wike, former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose, former national secretary Samuel Anyanwu, and eight others. The motion for the expulsions was initiated by former PDP National Vice Chairman (South) Olabode George and seconded by Bauchi State PDP Chairman Samaila Burga, with the measure reportedly receiving widespread support from convention delegates. The party justified the decision by citing alleged breaches of its constitution, including holding parallel congresses, canvassing for other political parties, and sponsoring litigations against the PDP. Fintiri, however, criticized the move, emphasizing that it risks undermining party cohesion. He urged all stakeholders to prioritize reconciliation and unity, stating, “I stand for the peace and stability of the PDP, and I will not support anything that could lead to its disintegration. Peace and reconciliation are the only ways forward for our great party.” Other notable figures expelled at the convention include Mao Ohabunwa, chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Wike-led faction; former national organising secretary Umar Bature; Adeyemi Ajibade; Mohammed Abdulrahman; Austin Nwachukwu; Abraham Amah; George Turner; and Dan Orbih.

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World Cup Playoff: Ndidi Eligible for DR Congo Showdown

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has stated that Super Eagles Stand-in Captain, Wilfred Ndidi is eligible for 2026 FIFA World Cup Playoff final against DR Congo on Sunday. Super Eagles twitter handle confirmed the development on her page on Saturday. “CAF has confirmed that Wilfred Ndidi is eligible to feature for the Super Eagles in Sunday’s playoff clash against DR Congo. “Cautions accumulated during the World Cup qualifiers do not carry over into the playoffs; only confirmed suspensions apply,” Super Eagles twitter tweeted.

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NWFL Launches Mandatory Digital Registration and Licensing Portal for 2025/26 Premiership Season

The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) has launched a compulsory digital portal for player registration and club licensing ahead of the 2025/26 season. The initiative was announced in a statement issued on Friday, November 14, by the league’s Media Director, Samuel Ahmadu, as part of ongoing efforts to modernise administrative processes and strengthen regulatory compliance across the league. Confirming the development, Chief Operating Officer Modupe Shabi said the digital platform represents a significant advancement in the NWFL’s governance standards. “This platform is designed to eliminate manual delays, minimise documentation errors, and provide real-time oversight of all registration activities. It is an important step toward making the NWFL more efficient and globally competitive,” she said. Shabi noted that the portal’s verification features will play a critical role in reducing common infractions such as age falsification, dual registration, and irregular player movement. “The system gives the league the ability to authenticate submitted documents instantly. It strengthens integrity, ensures accountability, and aligns us with international best practices,” she added. The NWFL COO also disclosed that the initiative received strong endorsement from club representatives during the recent Congress in Port Harcourt, where stakeholders approved the digital migration as essential to improving organisational efficiency and strengthening league structures. Under the updated NWFL Registration and Club Licensing Regulations, all clubs are required to complete their player registration exclusively through the new portal from November 14 to 21, 2025. Required documentation includes national identification, passport photographs, verified age records, academic credentials, medical fitness reports, and digitally signed player contracts. Licensing submissions also mandate coaching licences, stadium certification, audited financial statements, ownership documents, and evidence of youth development structures. According to the NWFL secretariat, the digital portal is also a strategic tool to enhance the marketability of the league by improving transparency, data integrity, and administrative professionalism, key requirements for attracting sponsors, commercial partners, and international collaborations.  

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APC Leader Umar Moriki Shot Dead by Suspected Bandits in Zamfara

Umar Moriki, a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara State, has been reportedly killed by gunmen believed to be armed bandits. The incident occurred on Saturday morning along the Gusau–Tsafe highway, near Fegi village in Tsafe Local Government Area, while Moriki was traveling from Gusau to Kaduna. The state APC, led by Tukur Danfulani, confirmed the attack, describing it as a tragic loss to both the party and the state. According to Yusuf Idris, Publicity Secretary of the Zamfara APC, Moriki had just attended a stakeholders’ meeting hosted by the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, before he was attacked. During his political career, Moriki held several key positions, including Vice Chairman of Zurmi Local Government Area, Director-General of a state agency, and Special Adviser on Rural Electrification. He also contested the Zurmi/Shinkafi House of Representatives seat in the 2023 elections. Moriki, aged 62, is survived by three wives and several children. The APC described him as a dedicated party member and community leader who devoted his life to public service and humanitarian efforts.

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JUST IN: PDP Expels Wike, Fayose, Anyanwu

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expelled Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike, former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose, and former party secretary Samuel Anyanwu. The expulsion motion was presented by Chief Olabode George, former PDP National Vice Chairman (South), at the ongoing convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, and seconded by Hon. Samaila Burga, PDP Chairman in Bauchi State. Prior to the convention, Wike’s loyal faction had sought to halt the gathering through the courts. However, a High Court in Oyo ruled in favor of the party, allowing the convention to proceed. In the lead-up to the event, Mao Ohabunwa, chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Wike-led faction, dismissed the convention as unlawful and advised members to avoid attending. He described it as a “jamboree,” saying: “We have met as the national working committee of PDP and reviewed our activities. We have agreed to obey all court decisions on the Ibadan convention, so we are not part of the exercise. Ibadan is a public place; people can go for anything but not for a convention. Anyone going there in the name of the convention should consider it a jamboree. We won’t tolerate flagrant abuse of the constitution by some individuals in the name of a convention.” Abdulrahman Muhammad, the faction’s acting national chairman, also urged delegates to stay away, promising to continue mobilizing members across the 36 states and the FCT to maintain a strong and united PDP. Meanwhile, Wike praised party members for defending the PDP in their local areas, vowing to uphold the rule of law and support those loyal to the party constitution. He added: “I am happy with your concern about the party in your respective areas. I will continue to support you people; I won’t betray you people.”

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