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Davido Slaps Isreal DMW on Camera: Viral Moment Ignites Fan Debate Over Loyalty and Marriage

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A casual moment between Afrobeats star Davido and his logistics manager Isreal DMW has taken social media by storm after a video showed the singer giving his aide a playful smack. The incident happened as the pair arrived at a crowded venue. In the footage, Isreal rushed ahead of Davido, prompting the music star to tap him on the head and gently push him back. What seemed like a light-hearted interaction quickly became a talking point online. Reactions were mixed. While some fans found it funny, others took the opportunity to bring up Isreal’s personal life. One particularly pointed comment read, “Na why him wife leave am”, suggesting that Isreal’s intense devotion to Davido may have contributed to his failed marriage with ex-wife Sheila Courage. The comment reignited discussions about Isreal’s public persona and whether his over-the-top loyalty to his boss crosses professional boundaries. Isreal DMW has built a reputation for his unwavering dedication to Davido, often going viral for his dramatic displays of support. But this devotion has also made him a frequent subject of online scrutiny, particularly regarding his personal relationships.

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Linc Edochie Moves On With New Partner, Ex-Fiancée Yinka Throws Shade Online

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Nollywood actor Linc Edochie seems to have found love again, and his ex-fiancée Yinka Theisen isn’t staying quiet about it. The actor hinted at a new romance after sharing a cryptic post about spending time with “his woman,” sparking curiosity among fans. But it was Yinka’s reaction that really got people talking. Taking to Facebook, she congratulated Linc while throwing some not-so-subtle jabs, claiming his new girlfriend is a devoted supporter of May Edochie, his brother Yul’s estranged wife, and even looks like her. “My ex-fiancé, Linc, is dating a beautiful May Nation woman! She looks exactly like your queen. I am happy for him. Allow my ex to enjoy his new relationship. I will still post him occasionally and tell my story,” Yinka wrote. She followed up with another cheeky comment, saying she hoped Linc’s new partner would “upgrade his lifestyle and offer more.” Linc and Yinka got engaged in June 2025, but things fell apart quickly. Their breakup was fueled largely by Linc’s public support for his brother Yul and actress Judy Austin, a stance that put him at odds with May Edochie’s massive online fanbase. Yinka also faced heavy criticism for her behavior online, including openly bashing May and leaking her phone number, something Linc himself publicly condemned. The drama eventually led to their split. As expected, Yinka’s comments triggered a wave of reactions: @Mandy Ifeyinwa: “Relationship wey never heal he’s already dating someone else. Fear men… let’s see how long it last shaa.” @Juliet Nkeiru: “Linc went to fetch fire wood and ended up fetching ant infected one… now the Gbola has turn Aunty A from American into Cho Cho Cho. Chai Linc nah your Gbola cause this one ooo.” @Erinna Nse: “Does that mean that any woman he dates from now on is a ‘May Nation’? Did your very credible source tell you this? Na wa ooo!” @Joy Journal TV: “I know you missed being eaten in the shower, but try to move on ma. Igbo men stay where they are respected. Sad you learnt the hard way.” @Chikaville Page: “Madam move on, it is not your business whoever Odogwu Linc is dating. Stop stalking him, he has moved on, eat your breakfast in peace.”

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Diddy Begs Judge for Mercy: “The Old Me Died in Jail”

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Sean “Diddy” Combs has made an emotional last-minute plea for leniency, telling the judge overseeing his case that 13 months behind bars have completely changed him. According to Linda Ikeji Blog, in a four-page letter submitted Thursday, just hours before his Friday sentencing, the disgraced music mogul apologized for his past, saying he’s “been humbled and broken to my core.” He now faces up to 20 years in prison after being found guilty in July on two prostitution charges. Writing to Judge Arun Subramanian, Combs issued direct apologies to his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura and another woman who testified as “Jane,” admitting he became “lost in the drugs and the excess.” “I literally lost my mind… I’m sorry for that and always will be. My domestic violence will always be a heavy burden that I will forever carry,” he wrote to Cassie. He described his downfall as rooted in selfishness and said jail gave him clarity. “The old me died in jail and a new version of me was reborn.” Combs revealed he’s been sober for the first time in 25 years and has spent time teaching fellow inmates about business. He’s asking for a second chance, not just for himself, but for his seven children and his 84-year-old mother, who recently had brain surgery. But Combs’ accusers aren’t buying it. Cassie wrote her own letter to the judge, urging him not to show mercy. “I am so scared that if he walks free, his first actions will be swift retribution towards me and others who spoke up,” she said, calling him “a cruel, power-hungry, manipulative man” with no real interest in change. Prosecutors agree. They’re pushing for at least 11 years, calling Combs “unrepentant” and arguing that he’s trying to reframe “decades of abuse as simply the function of mutually toxic relationships.” “But there is nothing mutual about a relationship where one person holds all the power and the other ends up bloodied and bruised,” they wrote. At the 10 a.m. ET sentencing hearing, Combs is expected to address the court in person alongside four of his lawyers. His defense team also plans to show a mysterious 15-minute video. His lawyers are asking for a sentence light enough to see him walk free later this month. Prosecutors want him locked up for over a decade.

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Ogun Farmer Confesses to Killing Herdsboy: “A Thought Just Came to Kill Him”

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A farming community in Ogun State was thrown into shock after a local farmer confessed to killing a young herds boy and burying him in a shallow grave, admitting the boy had done nothing wrong. The grim discovery in Roro village, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area, began when a cattle rearer reported his son missing after he was chased from farmland. Fearing a violent reprisal from Fulani herders, villagers, hunters, and police launched a search that ended with the boy’s body found buried in the bush. Community leaders proposed that all residents take a traditional oath within seven days to uncover the truth. But before the ritual could happen, 35-Year-old Taiwo Amos, a widowed farmer and father of three, stepped forward and confessed. Amos said he went to his farm on September 2 after church to check animal traps when he spotted the herds boy alone with cattle. “I came back from church, stood up and went to check on my trap. When I got to the bush I saw him from a distance and a thought just came to my mind, telling me to go and kill him,” he said calmly. Shockingly, Amos admitted the boy had done nothing to provoke him. “To be honest, even his cows did not eat my crops. He didn’t offend me at all.” He confessed that he initially lied to police, claiming villagers had shouted “thief” and told him to shoot. But fearing the community oath would expose him and bring curses on his children, he decided to tell the truth. Describing how he disposed of the body, Amos said: “I cut his legs because I was tired from digging the ground, so I had to bury him like that. No one assisted me in cutting or burying him and no one saw me shooting him.” Insisting he acted alone, the suspect pleaded for leniency: “I want the government to please have mercy on me. I’m a first-time offender.”

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EFCC Arrests Kaduna Fuel Station Manager Over Alleged ₦500 Million Fraud

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Abdulazeez Gbadebo, station manager of Emadeb Energy Service Limited in Kaduna, over allegations he siphoned ₦500 million from the company. According to the EFCC’s Kaduna office, Gbadebo’s arrest came after the fuel station conducted an external audit that uncovered massive irregularities. The audit reportedly revealed he manipulated fuel pump meters, sold petrol in bulk to customers, and pocketed the money by diverting it into his personal bank accounts. The commission said its investigation confirmed that Gbadebo sold both petrol and diesel to various buyers but ensured payments went directly to him instead of the company. During the operation, EFCC operatives recovered several high-value assets linked to the suspect, including: An ash-colored Mercedes Benz An ash-colored Mini Cooper A green Mini Cooper A white Mercedes Benz GLK A certificate of occupancy and authorization letter from Kaduna Geographic Information System (KADGIS) A fully detached three-bedroom bungalow Three additional landed properties The anti-graft agency said Gbadebo will be charged in court once investigations wrap up.

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Oluremi Tinubu Tells Nigerians to Stop “Badmouthing” the Country, Says Corruption Tag Is Gone

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First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has called on Nigerians to show more pride in their country and stop speaking negatively about it, claiming the nation has shed its old image as one of the world’s most corrupt. Speaking during a two-day visit to Gombe State on Thursday, October 2, 2025, Mrs. Tinubu addressed residents and traditional leaders, including the Emir of Akko, HRH Alhaji Umar Muhammad Atiku. “Calling on us as Nigerians, stop badmouthing your nation. Gone are the days when they say Nigeria is the most corrupt country. You won’t hear that again,” she said confidently. The First Lady pointed to what she described as renewed global interest in Nigeria, sharing her own experiences abroad. “Even when I go abroad, when they hear you’re from Nigeria, everybody’s interested. They want to come to Nigeria. Nigeria is the next destination,” she remarked. Mrs. Tinubu also praised Gombe’s scenic landscapes, comparing them to the English countryside, and urged Nigerians to appreciate the beauty and potential within their own borders. “We have to be proud. Your landscape is beautiful. I’ve never seen anything like that. You see that in the London countryside, but I’m seeing it here in Gombe and in other states too,” she added. Her comments have created debate on social media. While some praised her patriotism and positive outlook, others questioned whether corruption and governance challenges have truly been left behind, pointing to ongoing issues across the country. During her Gombe visit, Mrs. Tinubu also attended the state’s Health Summit and received a traditional title from the Lamido of Akko.

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Teacher Causes Fury After Calling Black 6-Year-Old a “Monkey” During Birthday Song

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A disturbing classroom video has gone viral, showing a white teacher leading a birthday song for her 6-year-old Black student while repeatedly calling him a “black monkey who lives in the zoo.” In the clip, the young boy sits quietly as his classmates sing along. While some children laugh, the birthday boy looks visibly uncomfortable, a moment that has ignited outrage across social media. Critics are calling the incident deeply racist and harmful, arguing that such language reinforces damaging stereotypes that have no place in any classroom. Even those who suggested the teacher may have thought it was innocent fun say her actions show a troubling lack of awareness and respect for the child’s dignity. The video has caused intense conversation online, with many highlighting how casual racism affects children during their most vulnerable years. @Nwamama95 wrote: “Disrespecting a child and calling him legend at the same time. What kind of legend she mean?” @tfdsefl commented: “Oga rest, we sang this in primary school. But her she suppose know say e dey insensitive. Omo wait o na racist.” @iam_juice99 observed: “That black boy for back no find the song funny at all. That boy go strong for future. If you even notice self, na only the white kids find the song funny. Them already know racism from small pikin.” @Ehinome added: “Not surprised though. In Africa churches angels wear white and devil wears black. We already created it in our head that good is white and evil is black. I hope this child grows above this trauma and the teacher is punished for ruining the child’s day.” The incident has reignited conversations about racism in schools and the long-term psychological damage such experiences can inflict on young children. Many are now demanding accountability for the teacher and calling for stronger protections to ensure every child feels safe and respected in the classroom.

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50 Cent Mocks Diddy in Fake “Letter to Judge” as Sentencing Decision Looms

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50 Cent isn’t letting up on his longtime rival, even as Sean “Diddy” Combs awaits a critical court decision that could determine his fate. The G-Unit mogul hit Instagram on Thursday with a mock “open letter” to Judge Arun Subramanian, playfully urging the court to keep Diddy locked up. The timing? Just one day before the judge decides whether the Bad Boy Records founder stays behind bars or walks free. “I have had an ongoing dispute with Puffy for over 20 years. He is very dangerous. Multiple times I have feared for my life,” 50 Cent wrote in his signature tongue-in-cheek style. “I think you should consider the safety of the general public, your honor, before unleashing him upon them.” The post took aim at Diddy’s reported jail activities, including teaching a class called “Free Game with Diddy.” According to 50, there simply “hasn’t been enough time for him to reform or make any adjustments”—despite prosecutors seeking an 11-year-plus sentence. 50 Cent didn’t hold back, dragging Diddy’s son Christian Combs into the mix and referencing the federal raid on Diddy’s homes earlier this year. He even worked in jokes about the infamous “baby oil” allegations that surfaced during the investigation, warning that if released, Diddy would cause a “baby oil crisis.” “Diddy’s only going to return to hiring more male sex workers and keeping most of the baby oil away from the general public. And babies need it!” he quipped, while promoting his upcoming Netflix documentary about the scandal. Diddy has been in custody for over a year. While prosecutors are pushing for more than 11 years, his defense team is requesting roughly 14 months with credit for time already served.

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2Baba Breaks Silence on Missed London Show: Health Emergency, Not Arrest, Kept Him Away

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Nigerian music legend 2Baba has finally addressed swirling rumors about his no-show at a London concert on October 2, 2025, setting the record straight about what really happened. The “African Queen” hitmaker took to social media after gossip blogger Tosin Silverdam claimed he’d been arrested following an alleged domestic incident with his wife, Natasha Osawaru. The rumors spread like wildfire when disappointed fans walked out of the venue after he failed to appear. In a video posted with Natasha and friends by his side, a visibly relaxed 2Baba laughed off the allegations while his crew joked about the “allegedly” claims making rounds online. “First of all, I want to say everyone that came out, I appreciate you. We had a medical emergency, it was tough,” the singer explained. “To the organizers and everyone that came out, we go regroup and make something beautiful happen. And please, if una no sabi something, make una no talk abeg. This allegedly, I don tire.” The speculation had gained momentum partly because of increased public interest in 2Baba’s personal life since his traditional wedding to Natasha on July 25, 2025. The Edo State Deputy Majority Leader had recently penned a touching birthday tribute to the music icon, calling him “the anthem of love, the melody of hope” as he turned 50 on September 18. Fans have expressed relief seeing 2Baba healthy and united with his wife, while the singer promised to make up for the missed show to his UK supporters.

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Phyna Criticized for Social Media Rants as Blessing CEO Advises Legal Route in Sister’s Death Case

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BBNaija winner Phyna has been at the center of online controversy following the tragic death of her younger sister, Ruth Otabor, who was killed after being hit by a truck allegedly belonging to the Dangote Group. In her grief, Phyna has taken to social media multiple times demanding justice and compensation, accusing Dangote of playing what she called “a deceptive game” with her family. Her emotional posts have divided opinion online, with some supporters standing by her pain while others question her approach. Relationship therapist Blessing CEO has now added her voice to the conversation, urging Phyna to change tactics before her case loses credibility. “Phyna, I keep seeing you all over my timeline. By now I expected you to have gotten a SAN. You need to put yourself together so people can take you serious. This case is already looking like a joke,” Blessing said. “There are better ways you can go about this issue. You don’t use gra gra to get compensation. This is the time to get a good lawyer for you.” Her message has sparked its own debate. Some people agree that Phyna needs to hire a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) to properly handle a case involving such a powerful company. Going up against Dangote requires legal expertise, not just social media outrage, they argue. Others, however, feel Blessing’s timing and tone are insensitive. They point out that Phyna is still processing the sudden loss of her sister and may not be thinking clearly about legal strategies yet.

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