Month: August 2025

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Entertainment News

“Single Mothers Can’t Raise Boys Into Men” – Jim Iyke

Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has stirred conversations with his recent remark that single mothers cannot fully raise male children into men without a father figure. Speaking in an interview with Okay 101.7 FM, Accra, Ghana, Iyke argued that women, by nature, are built to nurture and show affection, but a boy needs consistent male influence and discipline to grow into manhood. “A woman can’t raise a man properly,” he said.

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News

Olubadan-Designate Ladoja Returns to Ibadan

Former Oyo State governor and Olubadan-designate, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has returned to Ibadan, the state capital. On Monday, Ladoja was received at his family house in Isale-Osi, Ibadan South-East Local Government Area, before heading to his private residence in Bodija, Ibadan North Local Government Area. Confirming his arrival, Adeola Oloko, media aide to the monarch, said, “The 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Ladoja, is in town right now. He is

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News

US Embassy: Nigerian Visa Applicants Must Submit 5-Year Social Media History

The United States Mission in Nigeria has directed all visa applicants to provide details of their social media activity covering the past five years as part of the application process. The directive, announced on Monday via the Mission’s official X handle, requires applicants to list every social media username or handle used within that period when completing the DS-160 visa form. According to the embassy, the measure aligns with the

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Politics

Lagos APC Hails By-Election Victories, Sets Sights on 2027

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has described the party’s performance in Saturday’s by-elections as a major boost ahead of the 2027 general elections. APC spokesperson in Lagos, Seye Oladejo, said in a statement on Sunday that winning 12 of the 16 contested seats across federal and state constituencies reaffirmed the party’s dominance and renewed public confidence in President Bola Tinubu’s leadership. “With APC dominance reaffirmed,

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News

NSITF moves to avert strike, assures AGF will refund workers; NLC reviews response

The Federal Government has agreed to refund deductions made from the Employees’ Compensation Scheme, managed by the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), in a bid to ease growing tensions with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), which had threatened a nationwide strike. The NLC recently accused the government of diverting 40 percent of NSITF contributions into the federal treasury. The labour body described the action as a violation of workers’

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News

Tinubu’s $100k Reward Reflects D’Tigress’ Five AfroBasket Titles – Kida

President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) and Chairman of NNPCL, Musa Kida, says the $100,000 gift to each D’Tigress player from President Bola Tinubu should be viewed as recognition for a decade of dominance in African women’s basketball, not just their latest win. Speaking to M4S TV, Kida noted that the gesture was proportional to the team’s achievements, highlighting that the players have clinched the AfroBasket title five consecutive

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Sport

Nottingham Forest Seal £37m Deal for Ipswich Winger Omari Hutchinson

Nottingham Forest have reached an agreement to sign Omari Hutchinson from Ipswich Town in a deal worth £37 million. Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano confirmed on Friday that the 21-year-old winger has agreed personal terms with the Premier League side and is set to undergo a medical. Hutchinson began his career in Chelsea’s youth system before playing for Charlton Athletic and Arsenal, eventually rejoining Chelsea in 2022. However, limited first-team opportunities

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Entertainment News

Tiwa Savage Reveals Qualities She Wants in a Partner

Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage has shared details about the kind of man she would like to date, saying she remains open to a relationship. Speaking during a recent podcast, the award-winning singer and single mother of one explained that she has specific preferences for her ideal partner. According to Savage, her dream man would own a private jet, have a yacht, and not be involved in any “baby mama

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International

Rescuers Race to Find Survivors After Flood Claims 60 Lives in India

Rescue operations intensified in India’s Himalayan region on Friday as emergency teams searched through thick mud and debris for survivors following a devastating flood that has killed at least 60 people. The disaster struck Chisoti village in Kishtwar district, Indian-administered Kashmir, on Thursday after a sudden cloudburst unleashed torrents of water, mud, and rocks. Officials say dozens remain missing, including Hindu pilgrims who had gathered near a large makeshift kitchen

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