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Three perish in Kwara fire disaster
A Fatal fire Incident at Laduba community, Ogidi Ilorin, Kwara State capital, has claimed the lives of three children. The tragic incident occurred on Saturday, […]
Suspected herdsmen kill two in fresh Benue attack
Suspected herders have reportedly killed two people in a fresh attack on Sham-Ior community, the headquarters of Guma Local Government Area in Benue State. Residents […]
One dead, two shot in renewed cult war in Aladja community
The atmosphere in Aladja in Udu Local Government Area is currently tense as the rivalry between the Aiyes Confraternity and Vikings Confraternity claimed one Saturday […]
Parts of Leventis plaza in Abuja gutted by fire
Parts of Leventis Plaza in Abuja, has reportedly been gutted by fire. A tailoring workshop located on the first floor of the commercial complex was […]
Police arrest embattled Enugu native doctor’s ally over abduction, murder of six-year old girl
Police in Anambra State have arrested an ally of an embattled native doctor in Enugu, Obieze Ezeani, also known as E Dey Play E Dey […]
Burial date for gospel singer Omije Ojumi cancelled over alleged family crisis
The burial arrangement for late gospel musician, Omije Ojumi has been cancelled.
Her colleague, Lanre Alewilese, made the development known in an Instagram post.
Speaking on behalf of the planning committee, Alewilese cited ongoing crisis within the singer’s family as a major reason for the cancellation.
“This is to inform you that all burial plans of our Late Sister & Colleague, Bunmi Akinnaanu has been CANCELLED over issues arising within her family. We’re deeply sorry for inconveniences”, Alewilese said.
DAILY POST recalls that the committee earlier announced that the deceased will be laid to rest on Wednesday January 20 2026.
Burial date for gospel singer Omije Ojumi cancelled over alleged family crisis
Popular Nigerian singer Destiny Boy dies at 22
Popular Afrobeat star, Afeez Adeshina, better known as Destiny Boy, is dead.
Destiny Boy died at the age of 22.
The news of his death was confirmed on Sunday, January 18, 2025, after a video of his lifeless body surfaced on social media.
As of the time of filling this report, the deceased body is being transported to Abeokuta in Ogun State for burial.
DAILY POST reports that the singer rose to fame in 2019 after his Fuji cover of “If” Davido’s hit song.
He announced the birth of his first child in November 2024, on his Instagram page.
Burna Boy was held at Moroccan airport over jewellery issue – CAF President reveals
CAF President Patrice Motsepe has revealed that Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy faced unexpected challenges upon arriving at a Moroccan airport recently on his way to headline the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Fan Zone concert in Rabat.
The CAF President disclosed during a recent press conference that the Nigerian music star was held at the airport by custom officers over a jewellery issue.
Motsepe explained that the issue was resolved amicably after he intervened.
“Recently was called that I need interven because Burna Boy was stopped at the airport after customs officers noticed his heavy and beautiful gold jewellery. I intervened and it was resolved,” he shared.
Burna Boy headlined the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Fan Zone concert in Rabat on January 16.
Ghana singer Stonebwoy as well as Moroccan stars Stormy and Jaylann also performed at the concert.
Burna Boy was held at Moroccan airport over jewellery issue – CAF President reveals
Qatar Airways’ Lagos–Doha flight returns safely after in-flight technical issue
Authorities say the precautionary return of a Lagos–Doha flight highlights the effectiveness of safety protocols and coordinated emergency response.
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