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Hilda Baci Warns Against Toxic Friends Driven By Fame, Money, And Attention

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Hilda Baci has opened up about toxic friendships, cautioning against those motivated by fame, money, attention, or social media engagement. “The worst kind of people to be friends with are people that are fame hungry, engagement hungry, money hungry and attention hungry. These people will launder your image without caring,” she wrote. Her post has ignited conversations online, with fans and followers sharing their experiences and reflecting on the challenges of maintaining genuine friendships, particularly under the spotlight. “The worst kind of people to be friends with are people that are fame hungry, engagement hungry, money hungry and attention hungry. These people will launder your image without caring and it’s very scary when you point these things out and they act oblivious or they say it was a… pic.twitter.com/4uWjJza6B6 — blessing Ailen (@ib_Ailen) February 18, 2026

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Burna Boy Gifts Comedian Akpororo $15,000, Leaving Him Overjoyed

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Burna Boy surprised comedian Akpororo with a generous gift of $15,000. In a video shared online, Akpororo proudly held up the cash to the camera, revealing his face as proof. Overjoyed, he jubilantly celebrated the moment and showered praises on the Grammy‑winning singer for the thoughtful gesture. The video quickly went viral, with fans praising Burna Boy’s generosity and Akpororo’s heartfelt reaction. Akpororo Expresses Gratitude After Receiving $15,000 Gift from Burna Boy pic.twitter.com/i9H8k50dFi — Naira Diary (@nairadiarytv) February 19, 2026

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Ogun Police Warn Mirabel Could Face Legal Action If Rape Claims Are False

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Ogun State Police Command has pledged to take decisive action in the alleged rape case involving TikTok creator Mirabel. The case drew national attention after a video of Mirabel claiming she was sexually assaulted in her home went viral. She reported the incident at Ibafo Police Station and was later referred to the Ogijo Police Division for further investigation. Mirabel Faces Consequences If Claims Are False – Ogun PPRO In a phone interview with Channels TV, Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer Oluseyi Babaseyi said the case will be thoroughly investigated. He explained that if Mirabel’s allegations are confirmed, the suspected perpetrator will be arrested and prosecuted. He added that if the claims are found to be false, Mirabel herself could face legal action. “If Mirabel is found telling the truth, the perpetrator will be arrested and prosecuted, but if it is a false alarm, she will face the law,” Babaseyi said. The police have called on anyone with credible information about the incident to come forward and assist with the ongoing investigation.

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Candy Bleakz Details Kolu’s Arrest In UK, Warns Deportation Could Ruin Travel Record

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Candy Bleakz has addressed the recent arrest of content creator Kolu in the UK. She had sponsored his trip and reminded him to follow all travel protocols, but trouble arose at the airport when Kolu could not locate his passport. Candy urged him to remain calm, but he reportedly became confrontational, resulting in his detention. Since then, Candy has been trying to clarify the situation to authorities, explaining that Kolu may not have fully understood what was happening. However, officials have refused to release him. She is concerned that deportation could negatively impact his travel record. “He’s not used to this, he’s from Nigeria,” she said, appealing for patience and understanding. Candy Bleakz recounted the ordeal: “I made sure that I told Kolu that he is flying to UK on my name, and if he doesn’t come back to Nigeria, it’s going to have a huge effect on me. We wanted to board a flight, Kolu couldn’t find his passport. I said okay Kolu just calm down check everywhere for your passport. Okay you didn’t see it, what do we do next, we needed to communicate this to these people, instead Kolu go dey f!ght. Kolu calm down, e no hear. He thinks say na Naija. Them don carry am go station. I’ve been at the station since trying to communicate with this people let them know that this person no understand. Them no gree oo. And I don’t want them to return him through deportation because it’s going to spoil his passport.”

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FG Orders Immediate Closure of Plateau Mining Site After 37 Miners Die

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The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, has ordered the immediate closure of a mining site in Zuraq, Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State, following the deaths of 37 miners. The directive was confirmed in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja by his Special Assistant on Media, Segun Tomori. According to the News Agency of Nigeria, Wase LGA Chairman Hamisu Anani reported that 37 miners died while 25 others were hospitalized in the early hours of Tuesday. The victims were exposed to toxic gases while working in an underground section of the Zurak site. Alake identified the area as part of Mining Licence 11810, operated by Solid Unit Nigeria Limited and owned by Abdullahi Dan-China. He said the closure was necessary to contain the situation and allow a full investigation. A team of officials, led by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Yusuf Yabo, has been deployed to investigate the causes of the incident and recommend appropriate sanctions. The team includes experts in mining operations, environmental compliance, and artisanal mining cooperatives. The minister is personally coordinating efforts to manage the situation. “The actions were taken as preliminary reports indicated that the company ceded the pit where the incident occurred to the community following villagers’ demands for empowerment,” Alake said. He explained that the site was an abandoned lead mine with minerals prone to emitting sulphuric oxide. Unaware of the dangers, villagers reportedly extracted the minerals while inhaling the poisonous gas. Alake provided the coordinates of the affected area, noting it lies between longitudes 10.34.45 and 10.35.50 and latitudes 9.13.45 and 9.14.40. He assured that updates would be shared as the investigation continues and extended his condolences to Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang, calling the tragedy “an unfortunate incident of death of innocent citizens trying to earn a living.”

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Infantino Projects Full Stadiums For All 104 Matches At 2026 FIFA World Cup

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FIFA president Gianni Infantino has expressed confidence that every one of the 104 matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be filled to capacity, even though ticket sales are still ongoing ahead of the June 11 kickoff. In an interview with CNBC conducted at Mar-a-Lago, Infantino pointed to overwhelming global interest in the tournament, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. “The demand is there. Every match is sold out.” According to him, FIFA recorded an astonishing 508 million ticket requests within four weeks, competing for approximately seven million available seats. He added that during the main ticket sales window in January, requests were submitted from more than 200 countries. “(We’ve) never see anything like that — incredible.” Infantino disclosed that FIFA intentionally reserved a portion of tickets for a final sales phase set to begin in April and continue until the tournament concludes on July 19. Reacting to criticism from supporters over what many have described as soaring ticket prices — particularly on resale platforms — he explained that market dynamics are playing a significant role. “I think it is because it’s in America, Canada and Mexico. Everybody wants to be part of something special. “Ticket prices have been fixed but you have, in the US in particular, something called dynamic prices, meaning the prices will go up or down. “You are able as well to resell your tickets on official platforms, secondary markets, so the prices as well will go up. “That’s part of the market we are in.” The expanded 48-team tournament is projected to generate more than $11 billion in revenue for FIFA. Infantino emphasized that the proceeds would be reinvested into football development across all 211 member associations worldwide. He also estimated that the competition could inject about $30 billion into the U.S. economy through tourism, hospitality, security, and related sectors. Beyond the anticipated seven million match attendees, he projected between 20 and 30 million visitors overall, along with the creation of approximately 185,000 full-time jobs. “It’s a big impact. I hope this impact will not just be limited to the World Cup but for the future as well.”

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ICPC Detains El-Rufai Over Alleged N1.3bn Kaduna Light Rail Fraud

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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has confirmed that former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir el-Rufai, is currently in its custody over ongoing investigations linked to the controversial N1.3 billion Kaduna light rail project. El-Rufai was earlier arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS) shortly after he was released from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). He has now been transferred to the ICPC as investigations widen. The former governor is facing trial at the Federal High Court, Kaduna Division, over the failed Joint Venture light rail project initiated during his administration. Although funds were paid to a joint venture partner for the execution of the project, the rail scheme was never delivered. In a statement issued late Wednesday, ICPC spokesperson John Okor Odey confirmed the development. “The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) writes to state that Malam Nasiru El-Rufai the former Governor of Kaduna state is in our custody as at close of work today Wednesday the 18th day of February, 2026. Malam Nasiru El-Rufai is in the custody of the commission in connection with investigations.” The anti-graft agency also secured a temporary forfeiture order from the Federal High Court in Kaduna for N1,373,180,510.07, said to be part of the funds allocated to the abandoned rail project. According to the commission, the money was traced to the account of Indo Kaduna Marts JV Nig. Ltd and was “allegedly diverted into a private account.” The ICPC approached Justice H. Buhari of the Federal High Court, Kaduna Division, through an ex-parte application dated February 14, 2025, seeking orders for the seizure of the funds as part of its ongoing probe.

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DSS Arrests El-Rufai After Two Nights Of EFCC Questioning Over Security Matter

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Nasir el-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State, has been taken into custody by the Department of State Services (DSS) following two nights of questioning by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), sources have told TheCable. El-Rufai was reportedly picked up from the EFCC headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday night. During his time at the anti-graft agency, investigators attempted several times to secure a written statement from him, but he declined to provide one. The former governor had presented himself at the EFCC on Monday in response to an invitation over alleged financial irregularities during his tenure from 2015 to 2023. In 2024, the Kaduna State House of Assembly accused him of diverting N423 billion in public funds and money laundering, urging anti-corruption agencies to investigate. He has also received invitations from the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). Last Thursday, security operatives reportedly attempted to arrest el-Rufai at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, when he returned from Cairo, Egypt. El-Rufai later claimed that the ICPC, acting on instructions from National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, directed DSS officials to detain him upon arrival. He also alleged that Ribadu’s phone had been wiretapped, allowing him to hear instructions for his arrest. On Monday, the DSS filed a three-count charge against el-Rufai for allegedly intercepting the NSA’s phone conversation. However, a senior security source told TheCable that the DSS action is unrelated to the EFCC probe and is linked to a separate security issue. “He has a case to answer regarding an escalating security matter. This is not related to the EFCC investigation. It is a separate matter entirely,” the source said.

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