Olu of Warri’s Security Aide Blocks Female Executive’s Handshake Attempt During Lagos Visit, Sparking Social Media Debate

During the Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III’s visit to Lagos on January 6, 2026, a viral video captured a female executive attempting to shake the traditional ruler’s hand. The king’s security aide swiftly blocked the gesture, adhering to cultural protocol that prohibits direct physical contact with the monarch.
The encounter took place at an airport lounge while the Olu of Warri was in Lagos for the Storytellers Conference at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts. The aide acknowledged the executive with a nod, respecting tradition without physical contact.
The video has sparked a heated debate on social media, with some praising the aide for upholding cultural etiquette, while others questioned the strictness of the protocol. Experts and netizens emphasized that many Nigerian cultures require subjects, especially women, to show deference through gestures such as bowing, kneeling, or prostrating rather than handshakes.
The story also highlighted the Olu of Warri’s public engagements, including inspecting the Trans-Warri-Ode-Itsekiri Road and receiving BBNaija stars Kellyrae and Kassia, who honored him in Itsekiri-themed attire.

Nigerian Lady Who Moved Back Home Relocates to US After 5 Years, Shares Culture Shocks and Lessons

A Nigerian lady, Nora, has returned to the United States five years after moving back to Nigeria following her graduation in the US. She shared on TikTok that she initially returned with no clear plan except to support her family business, but soon encountered major culture shocks such as power outages, economic instability, and social adjustments. Despite these challenges, Nora said she experienced beauty in Nigerian culture, food, community, and personal growth. Now back in the US, she questions where her heart truly belongs and is launching a series about real experiences of Nigerians in the diaspora who consider returning home. Her story has sparked mixed reactions online, with many Nigerians reflecting on the realities of “japa,” “japada,” and identity.

Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Ahmad, has explained why the Federal Government scrapped the policy mandating the use of mother tongues as the primary language of instruction in schools. She said the policy failed to produce the expected learning outcomes and made it difficult for pupils to transition into English, Nigeria’s official language used for national exams and job competition.
Ahmad stressed that the decision was not due to a lack of pride in Nigerian cultures but a pragmatic response to educational realities. She argued that the context of Nigeria’s multilingual society makes implementation challenging, despite the cultural value of indigenous languages.
The minister added that the government is now focusing on strengthening foundational learning through improved teacher training in literacy and numeracy. She also noted that the curriculum is overloaded and will be streamlined to enhance learning effectiveness.
The discontinued policy was approved in 2022 to make mother tongues the compulsory medium of instruction from primary one to six, aimed at promoting Nigerian languages.

Influencer Daniel Regha urges Adekunle Gold to do better after the singer failed to showcase the Nigerian culture through his outfit at the Ballon d’Or event.

Singer K1 De Ultimate Apologises Over Airport Incident, Denies Alcohol Allegation.

Fuji music legend, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, has issued a formal apology following an incident at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.

In a statement personally signed by the veteran singer, K1 expressed deep regret over the misunderstanding, which sparked reports suggesting he had attempted to board a flight with alc%hol in his flask. He, however, firmly denied the claim, clarifying that the flask contained only water due to a medical condition.

“Unknown to many, I s¥ffer from chronic dehydration and have been medically advised to stay constantly hydrated. The flask I carried that day contained only water not alc%hol as speculated,” he explained. According to the singer, the flask was empty during two rounds of security checks and was only filled with water at the airport lounge before proceeding to the tarmac.

He further noted that he had not boarded the aircraft at the time of the incident. While insisting he had no intention to disrupt airport protocols or cause emb@rrassment, K1 apologised to all parties concerned, including the Presidency, Ministry of Aviation, Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), ValueJet, and his global fanbase.

“I deeply regret any concern this incident may have caused. My loyalty to Nigeria and commitment to upholding its image remain steadfast. I would never do anything to tarnish the reputation I’ve built over the past five decades,” he added.

K1 reaffirmed his dedication to promoting Nigerian culture and music worldwide and expressed appreciation to those who reached out with concern and support during the controversy.