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By Deborah Nnamdi Social media personality, Ojaigho Prosper, popularly known as Gehgeh has ignited a heated debate after declaring that African men should not kneel to propose to women, calling the practice “unAfrican” and unnecessary. Speaking on the latest episode of the Honest Bunch podcast, Gehgeh argued that men proposing on one knee implies they are “doing women a favour” by choosing to marry them. When the hosts challenged his opinion — noting that women also make sacrifices in marriage by raising children and managing homes — Gehgeh stood firm on his position. According to him, “men don’t need marriage…

By Deborah Nnamdi Detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has asked the Federal High Court in Abuja to dismiss all terrorism-related charges against him and permanently halt his ongoing prosecution. In a written address supporting his preliminary objection, Kanu argued that his trial is unconstitutional, claiming it is based on repealed legislation and an invalid proscription order. He contended that the case violates the Nigerian Constitution, the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights, and several binding appellate court decisions. Through his legal team, the IPOB leader is seeking seven declarations, including a ruling…

By Deborah Nnamdi Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will mark his final appearance on the global stage, signaling the approaching end of an illustrious career spanning more than two decades. The 40-year-old Portuguese forward announced a video at a global tourism and investment forum in Saudi Arabia, where he was asked whether he would play beyond the next World Cup. “Definitely, yes. I’m going to be 41 years old, and I think it will be the moment,” Ronaldo said with a smile. Jokingly, he added, “Soon for me means in 10 years… No,…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Rivers State Police Command has launched an investigation into the death of a man who died under mysterious circumstances following a fight at a brothel on Azikiwe Street, Mile 2 Diobu, Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The incident, which occurred on Sunday night, November 9, 2025, reportedly began when the deceased visited the brothel to patronize one of the commercial sex workers. An argument broke out between him and the suspect, escalating into a physical confrontation. Sources said the client later collapsed in the sanitary lane of the brothel and was rushed to a nearby hospital, where…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Yobe State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old man, identified as Nasiru Junaidu, for allegedly defiling a nine-year-old girl in the Nayi Nawa community of Damaturu, the state capital. The suspect was apprehended by operatives of the ‘A’ Division Police Headquarters, Damaturu, following reports of repeated sexual abuse of the minor. Confirming the arrest, the command’s spokesperson, SP Abdulkarim Dungus, said preliminary investigations revealed that Junaidu lured the victim into a timber shed in Damaturu on several occasions before his arrest. “The victim was rescued and taken to the Specialist Hospital, Damaturu, for medical examination and…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested the village head of Sarkin Noma, Mr. Ero Yaro, for his alleged involvement in a midnight attack that claimed two lives and led to the abduction of one person in the community. Confirming the arrest in Lafia, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, said police operatives acted swiftly following reports of the incident. “Information was received that unknown gunmen invaded Sarkin Noma Village, abducting one person and shooting two others dead. Acting on this, the Commissioner of Police deployed operatives from the Kadarko Division, who combed the bush…

By Deborah Nnamdi Former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources and ex-Governor of Bayelsa State, Chief Timipre Sylva, has accused unnamed political adversaries of masterminding a “relentless theatre of persecution” following his declaration as wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Julius Bokoru, on Monday, Sylva described the EFCC’s action as “politically driven and procedurally improper,” alleging that the anti-graft agency failed to notify him before making the public announcement. “His recent travails bear an uncanny resemblance to the trials of Job in Holy Scripture — each ordeal arriving with near-mathematical…

By Deborah Nnamdi The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is weighing a landmark policy that could prohibit transgender women from competing in female categories across all Olympic sports. Until now, each sport’s governing federation has been responsible for setting its own eligibility rules. However, IOC President Kirsty Coventry said a unified global framework is needed to ensure fairness and consistency in women’s sports. Coventry, who assumed office in June, explained that the proposed policy would build on existing scientific research and regulations rather than begin from scratch. “The priority must be the protection of female competition,” she said, adding that some…

By Deborah Nnamdi A Federal High Court in Abuja has, for the second time, stopped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from holding its National Convention scheduled to take place in Ibadan, Oyo State, between November 15 and 16. Justice Peter Lifu, who issued the fresh order on Tuesday, also restrained the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from supervising, monitoring, or recognizing the outcome of the convention where new national officers were expected to be elected. The ruling followed an application filed by former Jigawa State governor, Sule Lamido, who accused the PDP of denying him the opportunity to purchase the…

By Deborah Nnamdi Nollywood stars Lateef Adedimeji and Tina Mba, alongside 3 Cold Dishes — a film co-produced by Afrobeats icon Burna Boy — shone brightly at the 2025 Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA), held on Sunday night at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Ikeja GRA, Lagos. The 21st edition of the prestigious continental awards celebrated Africa’s finest filmmakers, actors, and storytellers, highlighting the growing global impact of African cinema. 3 Cold Dishes was among the night’s biggest winners, clinching Best Nigerian Film and Best Young/Promising Actor for Ruby Akubueze. The multilingual thriller, co-produced by Burna Boy and actress Osas Ighodaro,…