Mercy Chinwo vs EeZee Tee: EFCC backs down as contract dispute rages on

In a turn of events at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Friday, January 24, 2025, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission officially withdrew its arrest warrant for Ezekiel Onyedikachi, aka EeZee Tee, the owner of EeZee Conceptz, gospel singer, Mercy Chinwo’s former record label. The withdrawal follows a contentious legal battle between
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In a turn of events at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Friday, January 24, 2025, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission officially withdrew its arrest warrant for Ezekiel Onyedikachi, aka EeZee Tee, the owner of EeZee Conceptz, gospel singer, Mercy Chinwo’s former record label. The withdrawal follows a contentious legal battle between

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US Senate confirms former Fox News co-host as Pentagon chief

The US Senate narrowly confirmed former Fox News co-host Pete Hegseth as Pentagon chief on Friday, despite allegations of alcohol abuse, sexual misconduct and other fears about his ability to lead the world’s most powerful military. Three Republican senators voted against Donald Trump’s pick as secretary of defence, resulting in a 50-50 tie that required
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The US Senate narrowly confirmed former Fox News co-host Pete Hegseth as Pentagon chief on Friday, despite allegations of alcohol abuse, sexual misconduct and other fears about his ability to lead the world’s most powerful military. Three Republican senators voted against Donald Trump’s pick as secretary of defence, resulting in a 50-50 tie that required

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NNPC, Partners to Break Ground for Five Mini-LNG Projects in Ajaokuta Next Thursday

Peter Uzoho The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) and partners will be kick-starting the construction of five mini Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) plants in Ajaokuta, Kogi State, with the…

Sexual purity could be your master key this year!

Dear Evangelist, Last month, I got married as a virgin at the age of 30. My wonderful wife, whom God blessed me with, was also a virgin until our wedding night at 27+. I must thank you for being such a huge influence on me. I came across your teachings in Saturday Punch in 2016,
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Dear Evangelist, Last month, I got married as a virgin at the age of 30. My wonderful wife, whom God blessed me with, was also a virgin until our wedding night at 27+. I must thank you for being such a huge influence on me. I came across your teachings in Saturday Punch in 2016,

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36-year-old charged with defrauding 400 Americans in US

A Nigerian national, Okezie Ogbata, has been charged by a district court in Florida, United States, for defrauding more than 400 elderly and vulnerable victims of over $6m. The Southern District of Florida, last Wednesday, found Ogbata guilty of operating a transnational inheritance fraud scheme to dupe American senior citizens. According to the Department of
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A Nigerian national, Okezie Ogbata, has been charged by a district court in Florida, United States, for defrauding more than 400 elderly and vulnerable victims of over $6m. The Southern District of Florida, last Wednesday, found Ogbata guilty of operating a transnational inheritance fraud scheme to dupe American senior citizens. According to the Department of

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Ekiti monarch laments poor telecom services, questions tariff hike

Former Chairman of Ekiti State Council of Traditional Rulers and the Alawe of Ilawe Ekiti, Adebanji Alabi, has cautioned telecommunications service providers against ripping off Nigerians with tariff increases without commensurate good services. Alabi, who bemoaned the poor services of a mobile telecom services provider, MTN, in his community for upward of about two months,
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Former Chairman of Ekiti State Council of Traditional Rulers and the Alawe of Ilawe Ekiti, Adebanji Alabi, has cautioned telecommunications service providers against ripping off Nigerians with tariff increases without commensurate good services. Alabi, who bemoaned the poor services of a mobile telecom services provider, MTN, in his community for upward of about two months,

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Ekiti monarch laments poor telecom services, questions tariff hike

Former Chairman of Ekiti State Council of Traditional Rulers and the Alawe of Ilawe Ekiti, Adebanji Alabi, has cautioned telecommunications service providers against ripping off Nigerians with tariff increases without commensurate good services. Alabi, who bemoaned the poor services of a mobile telecom services provider, MTN, in his community for upward of about two months,
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Former Chairman of Ekiti State Council of Traditional Rulers and the Alawe of Ilawe Ekiti, Adebanji Alabi, has cautioned telecommunications service providers against ripping off Nigerians with tariff increases without commensurate good services. Alabi, who bemoaned the poor services of a mobile telecom services provider, MTN, in his community for upward of about two months,

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5 things to do when your landlord increases rent

Receiving notice of a rent increase can be a challenging experience for tenants, often stirring feelings of anxiety and concern about the future. Rent represents a significant portion of many individuals’ or families’ monthly budgets, and any rise can lead to financial strain. Understanding the implications of a rent increase and the options available to
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Receiving notice of a rent increase can be a challenging experience for tenants, often stirring feelings of anxiety and concern about the future. Rent represents a significant portion of many individuals’ or families’ monthly budgets, and any rise can lead to financial strain. Understanding the implications of a rent increase and the options available to

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My song encourages people to believe in miracles — Sanctified Sylars

Gospel artiste, Sylars Akhigbe, aka Sanctified Sylars, has stated that his song titled, ‘Miracle Worker’, was made to inspire people to believe in God’s miracles. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, he said, “Just like most of my other projects, I heard a little part of the melody of this song in my dreams,
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Gospel artiste, Sylars Akhigbe, aka Sanctified Sylars, has stated that his song titled, ‘Miracle Worker’, was made to inspire people to believe in God’s miracles. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, he said, “Just like most of my other projects, I heard a little part of the melody of this song in my dreams,

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Why I ignore social media trolls, says Josh2Funny

Content creator, Chibuike Alfred, aka Josh2Funny, has revealed that he has faced his fair share of social media trolling and cyberbullying. Speaking to Saturday Beats, he said, “I don’t see those negative comments of people saying it doesn’t make sense. I only see people enjoying my comedy. When I read the comments, I see people
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Content creator, Chibuike Alfred, aka Josh2Funny, has revealed that he has faced his fair share of social media trolling and cyberbullying. Speaking to Saturday Beats, he said, “I don’t see those negative comments of people saying it doesn’t make sense. I only see people enjoying my comedy. When I read the comments, I see people

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