Speed Darlington: ‘You Can’t Sing Against Oppressors and Still Be an Oppressor’ – Deji Adeyanju Blasts Burna Boy

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Speed Darlington: ‘You Can’t Sing Against Oppressors and Still Be an Oppressor’ – Deji Adeyanju Blasts Burna Boy

Human rights activist, Comrade Deji Adeyanju, has criticized the alleged illegal detention of controversial singer Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington. Adeyanju claimed that the detention was orchestrated by award-winning musician Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that; Comrade Deji Adeyanju twitted a string of tweets on his … Read more

Rep Wale Raji Inspects Ongoing Academic Facility Projects, Epe Grammar School Set to Get Massive Upgrades

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Ekohotblog reports that Epe Grammar School is set to undergo major improvements as Rep. Wale Raji, who represents Epe Federal Constituency, visited the school to check on several ongoing projects within the school environs on Sunday, October 6, 2024.   He was joined by Hon. Shakiru Adebanjo, a former member of the Lagos State House … Read more

“He’s My Only Son” – Speed Darlington’s Mother Begs Burna Boy for Mercy

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Miss Queen, the mother of Nigerian musician Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, has made an emotional plea to singer Damini Ogulu, aka Burna Boy, for forgiveness following her son’s reported disappearance. This comes just days after Darlington shared a video online criticizing the Afrobeats star. In a heartfelt video posted on Instagram, Miss … Read more

Speed Darlington Detained by Police in Abuja Over Burna Boy’s Petition – Deji Adeyanju

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Popular activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has confirmed that singer and social media sensation, Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, is currently being detained by the Nigerian Police Force in Abuja. Adeyanju revealed that Speed Darlington, also known as Akpi, was arrested in Lagos last Friday and later transferred to Abuja, where he has … Read more

Manchester City Accuse Premier League Of ‘Misleading’ Its Clubs

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Manchester City have accused the Premier League of providing a “misleading” account of the verdict in their landmark legal case regarding rules on commercial deals. In a letter to the Premier League and the 19 other top-flight clubs, City criticized the league’s summary of the case, alleging it contained “several inaccuracies.” The letter, which was … Read more

NPFL: Why Agagbe Was Sacked As Head Coach – Lobi Stars Chairman

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Lobi Stars have defended the decision to part ways with head coach Eugene Agagbe. Philip Nongu, chairman of the Pride of Makurdi, addressed the media at the Mccarthy Stadium, explaining the rationale behind the move. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge Has Protest Lost Its … Read more

Israeli Army Announces Killing Of Hezbollah HQ Commander

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The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Tuesday morning announced the killing of Suhail Hussein Husseini, Commander of Hezbollah, the Lebanese militant organisation at its headquarters. A statement by the IDF said the Israeli Air Force conducted a “precise, intelligence-based strike in the area of Beirut’’ that killed Husseini. EDITOR’S PICK: Alleged N27bn Fraud: Court Grants … Read more

Court Declares Julius Abure As Labour Party National Chairman

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The Federal High Court in Abuja has affirmed Julius Abure as the substantive National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP). In a judgment on Tuesday, Justice Emeka Nwite declared the Abure-led leadership and the March 2024 Nnewi Convention that produced the national leadership of the LP. EDITOR’S PICK: Alleged N27bn Fraud: Court Grants Ex-Taraba Gov, … Read more

Rivers: I’ll Deal With Those That Burned LG Secretariats -Fubara Vows

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Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has vowed to take decisive action against those responsible for setting ablaze three local government secretariats in the state on Monday. Fubara vowed that the incident, unlike previous cases, will not be ignored, as his administration will collaborate with security agencies to identify the perpetrators and hold them accountable. … Read more

France Orders Osama Bin Laden’s Son, Omar To Leave Country

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French authorities have ordered Omar bin Laden, the son of slain Al Qaeda leader, Osama bin Laden, to leave the country over posts on social media. France’s interior minister, Bruno Retailleau, made this announcement on Tuesday. Born in Saudi Arabia, where he spent his early years, Omar bin Laden, 43, has also lived in Sudan … Read more

Lagos Govt. Charged and Arraigned Two Lagos Doctors To Court Over Alleged Manslaughter

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Lagos Govt. Charged and Arraigned Two Lagos Doctors To Court Over Alleged Manslaughter

Two medical doctors, Michael Atiba and Michael Ugbeye, have been charged and are standing trial for manslaughter at the Ikeja High Court of Lagos State, over the death of a patient, Ejiro Ugorobi, during the course of treatment on an injury sustained while playing football. Editor’s Pick: Dr Tunji Alausa, Gov Sanwo-Olu Sign MoU for … Read more

Libya Coach Laments Poor Preparation Ahead Of Nigeria AFCON Clash

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Libya head coach, Nasser Al-Hadiri, has expressed dissatisfaction with his team’s preparation ahead of the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Nigeria. The Mediterranean Knights will be missing several key players due to injuries and suspensions, while some top stars have reportedly decided to boycott the matches. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All … Read more

BREAKING: Alimosho LG Chair, Jelili Sulaimon, Suspended Indefinitely Over Allegaed Misconduct, Defiance

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The Lagos State House of Assembly has, with immediate effect, suspended the Chairman of Alimosho Local Government Area, Jelili Sulaimon indefinitely, over allegations of misconduct and defiance of the legislative House, as announced on October 7, 2024. According to PUNCH, the decision, was confirmed in statement titled “Breaking: Lagos Assembly Suspends Alimosho Council Chairman,” published … Read more

Messi Sends Emotional Tribute, As Barcelona Star, Andrés Iniesta Retires

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Lionel Messi has paid tribute to Barcelona and Spain legend Andrés Iniesta after the 40-year-old announced his retirement from football. Messi and Iniesta were teammates during Barcelona’s four Champions League triumphs in 2006, 2009, 2011, and 2015. Iniesta also scored the iconic winning goal in the 2010 World Cup final for Spain and secured two … Read more

PHOTOS: NDLEA Receives Cannabis Worth Millions from Customs in Inter-Agency Effort

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The Nigeria Customs Service, Niger-Kogi Command, successfully intercepted and transferred 283 wraps of cannabis sativa to the Nigeria Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Minna. The estimated duty-paid value of the confiscated cannabis is approximately ₦5,666,000. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning Ministries Partner with AfDB on Sustainable System Project Shamim Ahmed: Student Ally of Bangladesh’s Ex-Prime … Read more

BREAKING: NCC to Sanction Elon Musk’s Starlink Over Subscription Increase Without Approval

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced its intention to sanction Elon Musk’s internet company, Starlink, for raising its subscription prices in Nigeria without the regulator’s approval. In response to inquiries from the publication, the NCC’s Director of Public Affairs, Dr. Reuben Muoka, confirmed that the Commission had not sanctioned Starlink’s price increase. Muoka stated … Read more

Trump Raises Alarm Of lmmigrants Bringing Bad Genes Into US

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An erstwhile US President and Republican candidate in the November 5 elections, Donald Trump on Monday said immigrants were bringing bad genes into the United States. Trump made this statement during a radio interview with conservative radio host, Hugh Hewitt. While criticizing his Democratic rival, Vice President Kamala Harris, the former President restated a recent … Read more

Delta: Father of Nine Takes Own Life Over Alleged Marital Issues

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A father of nine, known simply as Charles, has tragically taken his own life amid an alleged marital dispute in the Jeddo community of Okpe Local Government Area, Delta State. According to the Nigerian Tribune, Charles reportedly ingested a poisonous substance, suspected to be sniper, around 3:30 p.m. on Monday, October 7, 2024. A resident … Read more

Cissy Houston, Mother of Whitney Houston Dies at 91

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Cissy Houston, the celebrated soul singer and mother of pop icon Whitney Houston, passed away at 91. Houston, a two-time Grammy winner known for her backup vocals for legends like Aretha Franklin and Elvis Presley, died on the morning of October 7 at her New Jersey home while receiving hospice care for Alzheimer’s disease. She … Read more

Femi Otedola, Sir Steve Omojafor Honored At Catholic Herald’s 100-Year Celebration

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Femi Otedola Catholic Herald

The Catholic Herald, Nigeria’s oldest newspaper, celebrated its 100th anniversary with a special event on Saturday, October 5th, 2024, in Victoria Island, Lagos. At the event, Mr. Femi Otedola, CON, Chancellor of Augustine University, and Sir Steve Omojafor, KSS, OON, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, were honored with prestigious awards for their service to … Read more

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