Buhari, Osinbajo and the Politics of Posthumous Truth: How Death, Biography and Power Are Rewriting Nigeria’s Political History

This opinion piece examines how posthumous narratives surrounding the late former President Muhammadu Buhari are reshaping public understanding of his eight-year partnership with former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo. Triggered by revelations in a newly launched Buhari biography and comments attributed to Aisha Buhari, the article questions claims that Buhari never supported Osinbajo’s 2023 presidential ambition. Drawing on documented public records, speeches, and governance decisions, the writer argues that posthumous “truths” often emerge without balance, context, or the possibility of rebuttal, turning silence into political currency. The piece warns that such narratives reveal more about present power struggles than historical reality, highlighting how death has become an open marketplace for convenient political storytelling in Nigeria.

Aisha Buhari Reveals Why Late President Buhari Locked His Room, Debunks Poison Rumours

Former First Lady Aisha Buhari disclosed that her late husband, President Muhammadu Buhari, began locking his room after hearing false rumours that she was plotting to kill him. Speaking in the 600-page biography From Soldier to Statesman: The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari by Dr. Charles Omole, she clarified that Buhari’s 2017 health challenges were due to disrupted nutrition and missed meals, not mysterious illness or poisoning.

Aisha Buhari explained that she had meticulously managed the former president’s meals and supplements for years, a routine that was disrupted after misinformation circulated within Aso Rock. The disruption led to delayed meals and missed supplements, culminating in Buhari’s 154-day medical leave in the UK, where he received specialised care including blood transfusions.

She refuted conspiracy theories, including claims of a body double, emphasizing that poor communication allowed minor events to spiral into rumours. The biography also highlights the climate of mistrust and surveillance within the presidency, showing how fear and misinformation affected Buhari’s health and personal life.

Cubana Chief Priest Flaunts Love With Luxury Gifts for His Wife

Nigerian socialite and entertainer, Cubana Chief Priest, has once again captured attention online after showering praise on his wife’s impeccable fashion sense during their recent overseas trip. Sharing a video on Instagram, he described her as a style icon whose elegance reflects his own social status, noting that “a man’s reputation is often judged by the appearance of his wife.”

True to his words, Cubana has built a reputation for spoiling his wife with luxury gifts that blend love with opulence. In 2025, he surprised her with a brand-new Range Rover Autobiography, complemented by a Patek Philippe wristwatch and a lavish balloon display. He has also gifted her Hermès designer bags, cars, and accessories carefully matched to her Rolls Royce and Maybach collections.

In past interviews and social media posts, Cubana emphasized that while material possessions may hold no eternal value, they should be enjoyed to the fullest during one’s lifetime. His philosophy—where wealth and affection are inseparable—has become a defining part of his public persona.

With each extravagant gesture, Cubana continues to project an image of love expressed through indulgence, setting himself apart as one of Nigeria’s most flamboyant socialites who unapologetically merges romance with luxury.

Larry Ellison Surpasses Elon Musk to Become World’s Richest Person after his fortune increased by over $100 billion in one day.

Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison has overtaken Elon Musk as the world’s richest individual after a sharp surge in Oracle’s share price lifted his fortune to $393bn, edging past Musk’s $384bn.

The 81-year-old billionaire, who holds a 41% stake in Oracle, saw his wealth soar on Wednesday when the software giant posted stronger-than-expected results. Oracle’s stock jumped over 40% in early trading to $340 per share, valuing the company at $958bn. Bloomberg’s Billionaires Index noted it was both the firm’s largest single-day rise & the biggest one-day wealth gain ever recorded.

Ellison & Musk now rank far ahead of Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg & Amazon’s Jeff Bezos. Ellison’s wealth also comes from a stake in Tesla, ownership of the Hawaiian island of Lanai, a sailing team & the Indian Wells Open tennis tournament. He has long ties with Musk, whom he has often been described as mentoring.

He served on Tesla’s board from 2018 to 2022 and invested $1bn in Musk’s purchase of Twitter (now X). According to Walter Isaacson’s biography of Musk, when asked to invest, Ellison replied he would contribute a billion dollars or “whatever you recommend.” Musk is also a frequent guest on Ellison’s Hawaiian island.

A supporter of Donald Trump, Ellison has appeared with him at the White House, including for the launch of the $500bn Stargate AI project. Musk, who initially had close ties with Trump before a recent fallout, is also backing Trump’s 2024 campaign.

Oracle’s surge is driven by soaring demand for its cloud services from AI firms, including ChatGPT maker OpenAI, which require massive datacentres.

Musk, CEO of Tesla and founder of SpaceX, first claimed the top spot in 2021, briefly ceded it to Jeff Bezos and Bernard Arnault, and regained it last year. After just over 300 days, Ellison has now taken the crown.

Peter Obi Slams National Honours Culture, Says Nigeria Should Celebrate Productivity, Not Politics

Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called for a bold reform in Nigeria’s national honours system, urging the government to shift recognition from politicians to productive citizens and entrepreneurs.

Speaking at the unveiling of The Chronicles of a Legend, a biography of business mogul Gabriel Igbinedion, Obi said prestigious honours like GCFR and GCON should be reserved for individuals driving employment, innovation, and development, not political figures.

> "We celebrate the wrong people. National honours should go to entrepreneurs like Chief Igbinedion who have created thousands of jobs, built institutions, and contributed to national growth," Obi stated.


Citing Igbinedion's achievements in aviation, education, and cultural heritage, Obi emphasized that Nigeria must start rewarding those building the nation—not just those in power.

His remarks follow rising public debate over the lavish rewards given to sports stars, while key sectors like education, health, and security remain underappreciated.

#PeterObi #NationalHonours #RewardProductivity #NigeriaNeedsReform #CelebrateEntrepreneurs #Igbinedion #GCFR #GCON

You Must Clear My Name!”- Portable Calls Out Former Boss Over Old Theft Accusation.

Portable is involved in a public feud with social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM).
The conflict has escalated over several days, with both parties exchanging harsh criticisms.
Portable criticized VDM for making negative comments about President Bola Tinubu during Nigeria’s economic challenges.
Portable Biography: Background, Career, Controversy, Personal Life & Net Worth
Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, is once again in the spotlight following an escalating online feud with social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM).

The two have been exchanging heated words for days, with the Zazu crooner recently posting a video criticizing VDM for his harsh comments about President Bola Tinubu amidst Nigeria’s economic struggles. Portable also accused VDM of seeking attention by revisiting the unresolved Mohbad case.

In response, VDM resurfaced an old video allegedly showing Portable being assaulted over accusations of phone and tricycle theft. Not one to back down, Portable fired back by leaking old private clips of VDM and releasing a diss track targeting the activist.

Despite Portable’s retaliation, VDM has remained unshaken, prompting the singer to reach out to his former boss, Ija Omode. In a leaked chat, Portable demanded that his ex-mentor publicly release a video to help clear his name from theft allegations.

Expressing frustration, Portable lamented that being labeled a thief was damaging to his image. He ended the message with strong warnings and curses should Ija Omode fail to act as requested.