Is VDM Free Brand Ambassador wey Blord No Apply for? As Blord import new electric bikes, before the bikes go touch ground, next thing we hear na big lies from Blord say VDM don carry petition go National Cybercrime Centre for Abuja. VDM immediately drop disclaimer. Every time Blord launch new product, he wan make VDM talk about him make him trend for free. At this point, make VDM find a way to deal with this guy, if not the cycle no dey end 🤣 When Blord first talk say VDM be him lifetime ambassador, some ratels no understand wetin he mean. Now the meaning clear. VDM na the only brand ambassador for this country wey no sign contract, no collect payment, but still dey promote product with full energy 😭😂 Na marketing strategy wey nobody teach for business school be this, way Blord dey use. ~udochuku Orji

💔 JUST IN 💔 “What pained me most about Destiny Boy’s death,” says Iya Ogba, “was seeing the video where pliers and a hammer were used to remove his gold teeth. The people around him that day need to be arrested. They allowed too much access to his dead body.” Destiny Boy was just 22 years old (Oku Ofo). Who on earth is happy seeing the body of a 22-year-old? 😢 “I burst into tears when I saw that traumatizing video. Why didn’t you allow him to be buried with his teeth? Those greedy people removed them to sell, and you still had the mind to collect the money after selling them. Where is your conscience?” Iya Ogba continues: “Where were his parents and family members when they were removing the teeth? This shows people only care about you when you are alive. Nobody truly cares about your dead body. Enjoy your money while you are still alive. Some family members only care because you are giving them money.” #DestinyBoy #RestInPeace #StopExploitation #FamilyValues

Jarvis Puts Nigeria on the Global Map with Robotic Performance on iShowSpeed’s Livestream Nigerian TikTok sensation Jadrolita, also known as Jarvis, stole the spotlight during iShowSpeed’s livestream in Lagos with her signature robotic style. Dressed in a full robot outfit complete with her iconic blue avatar and mechanical movements, she immediately captured Speed’s attention. She greeted him in her unmistakable robotic voice, danced alongside him, taught him some Nigerian dance moves, and joined the birthday celebrations as he turned 21. In a moment that quickly went viral, Speed couldn’t hide his fascination, asking, “Are you a robot?” and “How do I activate her?” as they vibed together on camera. Jarvis’ unique, composed, and original performance shone amid the livestream chaos, showcasing Nigerian creativity to millions of global viewers. Moments like this highlight homegrown talent and firmly put Nigerian entertainment on the world stage.

This photo has been going around of US streamer and content creator IShowSpeed kizzzing our beloved Robot girl, Jadrolita. First, the person who posted it doesn't care about Peller's mental health and wants him to crash another car, but fortunately, when the photo was verified, it showed it was AI-generated.

😢 Sad: in Miami, a delivery robot decided to end its life by waiting for a train on the tracks “A rare hardware malfunction occurred in the robot,” a spokesperson for Coco Robotics told People.

Delta State Residents Cry Out as Community Leaders Still Collect Illegal “Deveh” Levies Despite Delta State’s ban on illegal development levies (“deveh”), community leaders in Ugbomoro, Okuokoko, Agbarho, and other areas continue extorting landowners and investors. Citizens face threats, work stoppages, and harassment when refusing to pay. Advocates call on Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to enforce the law, protect residents, and clamp down on extortion, warning that continued inaction undermines governance, investment, and development in Delta State. #DeltaState #IllegalLevies #Deveh #NigeriaNews #GovernanceCrisis #StopExtortion

JUST IN: Daddy Freeze Responds to Anu’s Mother Daddy Freeze has reacted to Anu’s mother, urging her to handle the situation privately and focus on raising her child. He said Anu is like a daughter to him because her father was once his lecturer, and advised her to do everything possible to ensure the child becomes successful. He asked if she would not still raise the child if the father were dead. He warned her to take the matter off social media, stating that nobody can force Davido to undergo a DNA test. According to him, Davido could even file a harassment case, which may lead to a restraining order. He added that she could pursue the matter legally if she chooses, recommending lawyers like Femi Falana or Afe Babalola for possible pro bono services. Daddy Freeze also criticised her decision to go public, saying announcing that the child resulted from a one-night stand does not reflect well on her. He noted that her claim of being a waitress who agreed to sex when approached does not present her in a good light. #DaddyFreeze #Davido #NigeriaEntertainment #TrendingNews

JUST IN‼️ Davido don clear air over the wahala wey one young girl talk say na she be him first daughter. OBO talk say the claims no correct at all, and say the social media account wey dey push the story no be the girl own – na her mama dey control am. He emphasize say make people no carry fake gist follow body, say the matter don turn to misinformation. Davido beg fans make dem verify tori well before spreading am, as he no wan make innocent pikin enter online drama.

🔥 Wahala For Ilorin! Fire Burn Foam Shop, People Scatter for Asa-Dam Road Serious gbege burst for Asa-Dam Road, Ilorin, as fire don raze one house wey dem dey use sell foam. The fire start suddenly and begin spread fast, make people panic as thick smoke cover the area. Video wey surface show fire dey roar from back of the building dey move go other houses close by. For the video, one man dey shout make people call fire service sharp-sharp, warn say the fire don finish one house and many people still dey inside the area. E even talk say filling station dey near the place, meaning say if help no reach on time, the matter fit turn big disaster. People wey dey next compound begin pack their load dey run comot, fear say their house fit catch fire next. According to people voice for the video, the place wey burn na foam shop – and foam dey catch fire quick, wey make the fire strong pass normal. As at when dem report am, nobody know wetin cause the fire, and nobody confirm if firefighters reach on time or if person die. But one thing clear be say: Ilorin people really see fire that day.

PDP Slams Tinubu Govt Over ‘Shameful’ $9m U.S. Lobbying Deal, Says Citizens Need Protection—Not PR The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the Tinubu-led Federal Government over a reported $9 million contract with U.S. lobbying firm, DCI Group, aimed at influencing the Trump administration and U.S. lawmakers on Nigeria’s insecurity challenges. The deal, allegedly facilitated through Aster Legal, is said to focus on convincing U.S. authorities that Nigeria is taking concrete steps to curb insecurity, particularly the killings of Christians in the northern region. In a statement dated Wednesday, January 14, 2026, and signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Ini Ememobong, the PDP described the contract as “defective and deceptive,” arguing that the government should prioritise protecting lives at home rather than spending millions on foreign image management. Question: Should Nigeria be paying $9 million for lobbying abroad while citizens remain unsafe at home? #NigeriaPolitics #Tinubu #PDP #Insecurity

Makoko Leader Oluwatobi Aide Dragged Court Side for Standing Against Demolition – Na So Lagos Gree? Na serious gbege for Makoko waterfront as youth leader, Oluwatobi Aide, don appear for Lagos mobile court over protesting demolition of homes. Him dey face charges of “conduct likely to cause breach of public peace,” but sources talk say na politically-motivated and false allegations. Oluwatobi Aide arrest happen on Sunday, January 11, during protest against government demolition wey extend pass agreed 30-metre setback. Since then, him don dey treated like criminal, and him health don dey suffer – hospitalisation don happen twice because of teargas inhalation and bad detention conditions. Civil society groups don condemn the Lagos State Government, saying: “Shelter na human right. Nobody suppose dey arrested or killed for defending im house.” Legal action dey underway to free him, led by lawyer Joseph Opute.

Wahala Don Set for Adamawa: Bachama Group Accuses Nigerian Army, Big Men of Backing Tchobo Militia to Grab Mineral Land Wahala don set for Adamawa State oo! Serious allegations don burst as Bachama militia group accuse the Nigerian military and powerful political big men of backing armed Tchobo militia to chase dem from their ancestral land – because of mineral wealth wey dey the area. According to Bachama leaders, this no be ordinary communal clash again. Dem talk say the fight don pass ethnic matter and don turn calculated land grab, where money, minerals and political interest don enter the matter. Dem say the crisis scatter well-well on July 7, 2025, when armed Tchobo fighters allegedly attack Bachama villages, kill innocent people without provocation. Bachama leaders insist say their people no retaliate, saying dem always try to remain on the defensive. When security forces later enter the area, Bachama people initially happy. But e no take long before dem begin cry say the deployment turn to “occupation in favour of our attackers.” As in, soldiers wey suppose protect everybody allegedly begin protect only one side. Wahala come rise again on December 8, 2025, when another attack allegedly happen. In a viral video, the Bachama group claim say while their youths try defend the community, soldiers allegedly intervene in a way wey lead to the killing of unarmed Bachama women wey gather dey pray for their men. Till today, dem say no serious investigation don come out, one full month after the incident. The group still talk about selective justice. Dem allege say two Bachama youths were arrested inside their bedrooms while sleeping, labeled as terrorists, and accused of keeping guns. As we speak, dem dey prison, waiting for trial. Meanwhile, according to the group, a Tchobo youth leader wey publicly issue threats and even call for the removal of the Hama Bachama (their paramount ruler) still dey walk free, untouched. “This is not accidental,” one Bachama leader talk. “The troops deployed here are compromised. They have taken sides and are protecting a tribal militia because powerful political actors want access to the mineral resources on our land.” Dem even question why soldiers – instead of mobile police wey dem usually use for communal crisis – were sent to the area. According to dem, this military presence don embolden armed militia, who now dey move freely with weapons while residents dey trapped inside their homes. Farmers no fit go farm. Families no fit work. Life don freeze. Meanwhile, armed men allegedly dey roam under the watch of security forces. According to Bachama leaders, the real plan be to intimidate and weaken their people until dem abandon the land, which dem believe say get valuable, untapped mineral deposits. “We are urging the Federal Government to withdraw these troops and stop this injustice,” the group said. “There can be no peace where security forces are seen as partners in exploitation.” Dem also call on the Adamawa State Government to release their arrested kinsmen within 48 hours, warning say if the detention continue while anger dey build, e fit ignite another round of violence. Police spokesman in the state, SP Suleiman Nguroje, confirm say two men don be charged to court over the conflict. But Bachama people insist say justice no dey balanced. SaharaReporters don previously report several times on the Bachama–Tchobo conflict, including allegations of village attacks, displacement, and claims of security bias. Observers don warn before say if elite interest and competition over land and minerals continue, the crisis fit turn full-blown humanitarian disaster. As e stand now, one thing clear: This no be ordinary communal clash again. Money, minerals, power don enter the matter. Wahala don set for Adamawa oo!

Wahala Don Set for Delta! 26-Year-Old Woman Accuses Baby Daddy, Family of Brutal Beatings, Child Neglect Wahala don sup for Delta State as a 26-year-old woman, Favour Kalamatoro, has come out with a heartbreaking story of alleged domestic abuse, assault and child neglect by her children’s father and his family. Favour, an Urhobo indigene from Obiayagha in Ughelli South, told SaharaReporters that her nightmare began after she went to her children’s father’s house in Udu Local Government Area to check on her two kids. Instead of peace, she said she was attacked by the man, Ikovie Odephiare, his mother, Mrs Ikovie Ekaete, his elder brother, Ikovie Etabunor, and other relatives. According to her, she has two children with the man—a four-year-old boy and a seven-month-old baby girl—and has endured years of abuse, abandonment and suffering that pushed her into street begging and menial jobs just to survive. Favour revealed that the violence started while she was pregnant with her second child. “I was physically assaulted by my children’s father, his mother and his elder brother, all because I went to visit my kids,” she said. She alleged that during her pregnancy, she was constantly insulted, starved and beaten. “The abuse started when I was seven months pregnant and living in his house. He would insult me, beat me and even starve me, forcing me to go outside and beg for food while I was pregnant,” she narrated. Things reportedly got worse when she was eight months pregnant. “He beat me until I fainted, threw me out of the house and locked the door. Neighbours rushed me to a clinic, and I almost lost my baby. I survived, but the next day, the beatings continued.” Unable to cope anymore, Favour said she left the house with her first child and began hawking sachet water just to feed herself and the boy. “I packed my things and left with my four-year-old son. I started selling ‘pure water’ just to survive,” she said. She further alleged that after she delivered her second child, the man and his family abandoned her completely. “When I gave birth, none of them came to see me. My father and siblings paid all the hospital bills and took care of me and my two children.” Although the children’s father later promised her family that he would take responsibility, she said he never fulfilled it. “Six months later, he came and told my father he would take care of the children and pay the hospital bills, but he never did.” According to Favour, whenever she asked for money to buy baby food or diapers, she was insulted and threatened. “He told me not to ask him for anything again and said if I was tired, I should bring the children to him. Later, he told me never to contact him again because he wanted to start a new life and family, while we had nothing to eat.” She said she once involved the police in Warri so he could formally agree to support the first child, but after sending ₦15,000 once, he allegedly stopped. “He told me I could do my worst, that he was not afraid of the police or anybody.” Favour also explained that years of dependence left her without any skills or stable source of income. “He left me handicapped. I had no handwork, no business to fall back on. The small business I tried to run was ruined because he kept borrowing money from me.” Out of desperation, she said she eventually took the children to their grandmother’s house for care, begging her to feed them. According to her, the woman initially agreed. But wahala really burst when she went back to visit her children on Monday, January 10, 2026. “When I went to see my children, their father, his mother and elder brother gathered and beat me. They punched me, flogged me with a cane and even a shovel, damaged my phone, and I sustained bruises on my mouth and all over my body,” she alleged. Favour said she reported the matter to the police, but before officers could make an arrest, the children’s grandmother reportedly fled with the kids. She added that when police contacted the children’s father, he claimed he was out of town. Officers later discovered that the mother’s shop had been abandoned, allegedly on his instruction. As of the time of filing this report, SaharaReporters said attempts to reach Ikovie Odephiare were unsuccessful, with his phone lines reportedly switched off. “This is my story,” Favour said. “I am seeking urgent help to protect myself and my children.” For many Nigerians reading this, one thing is clear: domestic violence and child neglect remain serious issues, and in this case, wahala don truly set oo for Delta.

Wahala Don Set Oo! Nigerian BEA Scholar in Hungary Faces Expulsion Over Unpaid $10,450 Allowance Wahala don really set for abroad oo! A Nigerian postgraduate student studying in Hungary under the Federal Government’s Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) scholarship has raised alarm after spending over one year without receiving a single kobo of his approved allowances. Now, he is facing possible expulsion and homelessness because his residence permit is about to expire. The student, Oluwasegun Michael Ogundele of the University of Pannonia, has petitioned the House of Representatives Committee on Student Loans, Scholarships, and Higher Education Financing, crying out that since he resumed studies in September 2024, the Federal Scholarship Board (FSB) and the Federal Ministry of Education have failed to pay any of the funds promised under his scholarship. According to him, the agreement between the Nigerian and Hungarian governments clearly stated his entitlements, yet nothing has been paid till date. These include a $6,000 yearly allowance, $250 for warm clothing, $200 for health insurance, a N100,000 take-off grant, a $1,000 postgraduate research grant, and a return ticket to Nigeria. In total, the unpaid money now stands at $10,450. Ogundele said the situation has pushed him into serious hardship. For the past 18 months, he has survived only on a small monthly stipend of about €110 from Hungary’s Tempus Scholarship Foundation. He described his condition as one of illness, emotional trauma, and constant anxiety about basic survival. “My academic performance and mental health have suffered. I am constantly worried about how to eat, pay bills, and remain legal in this country,” he said. The wahala no end there. His programme is expected to finish by January 30, 2026, while his residence permit expires the very next day. Yet, he has no money to buy a ticket back to Nigeria. His passage allowance of $2,500, which should help him return home, has also not been paid. He further revealed that he has not taken up any paid job because scholarship rules forbid it. Still, despite obeying all conditions, the government has failed to honour its own agreement. In his petition, Ogundele begged the House Committee to urgently intervene and ensure immediate payment of all outstanding entitlements. He warned that his case is not isolated, stating that many Nigerian students abroad under the BEA scheme are suffering in silence. Some, according to him, have taken degrading jobs to survive, while others have reportedly died due to stress and untreated illnesses. “Many of us are being treated like beggars abroad. We are looked down upon, and it has destroyed our dignity as Nigerians. The suffering imposed on us is unimaginable,” he wrote. The matter has also drawn political attention. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar recently accused the Tinubu administration of abandoning Nigerian students under the BEA programme, saying over 1,600 students abroad are owed stipends and have been left stranded. However, the Federal Government has denied abandoning students, stating that funding delays were due to fiscal constraints and that it remains committed to students already enrolled. The Ministry of Education also disclosed that no new bilateral scholarships were awarded in 2025, as Nigeria now claims it has enough local capacity to train students at home. But for students like Ogundele, policy explanations no dey stop hunger. As his deadline approaches and eviction looms, Nigerians are now asking: how can a government send students abroad in the name of national development, then leave them to suffer alone? One thing be sure: wahala don set oo for this BEA scholarship matter—and everybody dey watch how government go respond.

Can Anyone Really Push Wike Out of Rivers Politics? FCT Minister Boasts of Unshakable Control, Defies Rivals, and Says Only His Camp Truly Delivered Tinubu’s 2023 Victory Is Nyesom Wike still the most powerful political force in Rivers State, and can any group truly challenge his grip on the state’s politics? The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister has answered that question with confidence, declaring that no political camp can push him or his loyalists out of Rivers State, despite threats, attacks, and growing opposition since the 2023 general elections. Speaking during a visit to the Port Harcourt City Local Government Area Secretariat, where he met party leaders, traditional rulers, women, and youth groups, Wike insisted that his political structure remains intact and battle-tested. “Nobody in this state can push us out. We have led this war since 2023 and we have never reneged,” he said, adding that his supporters had stood firm in the face of intense pressure. The former Rivers governor explained that his ongoing tour of the state’s 23 local government areas was both a show of appreciation to his supporters and a rallying call to maintain backing for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections. According to Wike, Rivers State remains one of the President’s most dependable strongholds. “If there is one state the President knows he can go home and sleep with his two eyes closed, it is Rivers State,” he declared, arguing that his political camp paid the price for its early and unwavering commitment to Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda. Wike also fired back at politicians he accused of opportunism, claiming that those who failed to support Tinubu in 2023 are now attempting to take over the Renewed Hope movement. He dismissed such efforts as dishonest and bound to fail. Using a vivid metaphor, he said they were like people who contributed nothing to a meal but suddenly wanted to eat first once the food was ready. Describing Port Harcourt as a politically complex, cosmopolitan city, Wike said electoral victories there are particularly difficult, making any success significant. He further claimed that Rivers State is unique in its ability to bring leaders of the two major political parties together to work as a team—a strategy he said was central to Tinubu’s victory. “This is the only state where you can see the leadership of two major political parties working as a team,” he said, urging other states to emulate Rivers rather than resent it. While projecting strength, Wike also called for unity, humility, and responsive leadership within the state. “Leadership is not a birthright,” he warned, adding that good leaders must listen to the people and be willing to change when advised. He concluded by praising the Port Harcourt City council leadership for its cooperation and urged sustained unity to drive development. His bold remarks raise key political questions: Is Wike’s dominance in Rivers truly unbreakable? Are his rivals capable of mounting a serious challenge? And will Rivers remain a decisive power base for Tinubu as the 2027 elections approach?

Is Nyesom Wike Undermining APC from Inside Government? Why Rivers APC Leaders Are Urging Tinubu to Sanction the FCT Minister Over ‘Anti-Party’ Activities Why would leaders of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) publicly demand the removal of a sitting minister appointed by their own government? And is Nigeria witnessing one of the most serious internal party confrontations since the 2023 elections? A coalition of APC leaders has formally asked President Bola Tinubu to sanction or remove the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, accusing him of repeated anti-party conduct and statements that allegedly threaten national unity. The demand was conveyed in a memo addressed to the President through the APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, and was accompanied by plans for a protest at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja. The signatories—including party chieftains and youth leaders—say their action was prompted by growing concern that Wike, a former Rivers State governor and still a member of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has consistently attacked APC leadership while serving in an APC-led federal government. Could a minister appointed from outside the ruling party be working at cross-purposes with the party that empowered him? At the heart of the dispute are comments allegedly made by Wike during a “thank-you tour” in Oyigbo, Rivers State, where he was said to have criticised the APC National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru, accusing him of meddling in state politics for personal reasons and warning that those who interfere would “get their fingers burnt.” APC leaders argue that such remarks amount to direct disrespect for the party’s National Working Committee and an attempt by Wike to exert influence in Rivers State despite not being a registered APC member. The coalition further alleges that Wike has been undermining the APC-led government in Rivers State through persistent public attacks on Governor Siminalayi Fubara, reportedly calling his emergence a “mistake” and suggesting that the situation should be corrected in the 2027 elections. Are these political opinions—or a calculated strategy to weaken APC’s hold on Rivers State from within? Beyond party politics, the memo raises alarms over what it describes as “dangerous and inflammatory” statements, including claims attributed to Wike that “nobody can enter Rivers State.” The APC leaders warn that portraying any part of Nigeria as a “no-go area” challenges federal authority, risks reviving tensions in the Niger Delta, and could undermine the President’s constitutional role as Commander-in-Chief. Could such rhetoric threaten national cohesion at a time when unity remains fragile? The group insists that failure to act against the FCT Minister may deepen internal divisions, erode party discipline, and weaken APC’s electoral prospects in Rivers State. They have vowed to escalate their protests nationwide if their demand is ignored. Is this a necessary stand to defend party supremacy and national unity—or a dramatic political showdown that exposes deeper fractures within Nigeria’s ruling party? As the standoff unfolds, all eyes remain on President Tinubu and whether he will heed the call to sanction one of the most powerful political figures in the country.

AFCON Crisis: Will Nigerian Government Pay Super Eagles’ Bonuses Before Friday to Avert Algeria Match Boycott? Tension has erupted in the Nigerian camp at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after reports emerged that the Super Eagles threatened to boycott their crucial match against Algeria unless outstanding bonuses are paid by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The situation has triggered urgent intervention from the Federal Government, which now says the players will receive their entitlements by Thursday or Friday at the latest. The crisis was first revealed by sports journalist Adepoju Tobi Samuel, who reported that the players had insisted on the full settlement of their match bonuses before travelling to Marrakech for the next fixture. The report was later corroborated by BBC journalist Olúwashínà Okeleji, who confirmed that both players and coaching staff were still awaiting payment. “Players and coaching staff of #Nigeria are waiting on #AFCON2025 bonus payments,” Okeleji wrote, sparking widespread concern among fans who feared that administrative lapses could derail Nigeria’s title push. In response to the growing backlash, the Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Nkiruka Uzoka-Anite, issued a statement via her verified X account, assuring Nigerians that the matter was being resolved. According to the minister, the Federal Government, working with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), had addressed the foreign exchange bottlenecks that had delayed payments to the players. She explained that regulatory and currency conversion hurdles had slowed the disbursement process but confirmed that a fast-track system had now been implemented. “The Federal Government and the CBN have successfully streamlined the foreign exchange processing to ensure our players are rewarded without further delay,” she stated. Uzoka-Anite further revealed that group-stage bonuses had already been approved and cleared, and that the final stage of payment was underway. “The final transfers to domiciliary accounts are currently in flight. Players can expect these funds to reflect starting today (Thursday) or tomorrow (Friday),” she said. Beyond resolving the immediate crisis, the minister also announced plans to institutionalise a faster and more transparent payment framework for future tournaments. She noted that the new system would ensure predictable and timely disbursements aligned with international best practices, preventing a repeat of the long-standing bonus disputes that have plagued Nigerian football for years. The controversy has reignited public debate about athlete welfare, administrative efficiency within the NFF, and the impact of off-field issues on on-field performance. Analysts warn that financial uncertainty at critical moments can distract players and undermine team morale, particularly in high-stakes knockout matches. Despite the tension, the government maintains that its priority is the team’s success at AFCON. “Our focus remains entirely on supporting the team’s welfare so they can maintain their incredible momentum in the knockout rounds,” Uzoka-Anite said, concluding with an optimistic message: “We move forward with one goal: Bringing the trophy home!” As Nigeria prepares for the decisive clash against Algeria, all eyes remain on whether the promised payments will arrive in time—and whether the crisis will be resolved without disrupting the Super Eagles’ campaign for continental glory.

Did a Pastor Use Police and Courts to Silence a Worker? Ex-Husband’s Shocking Claims Against Apostle Chikere Nwafor | Fintter Can a religious leader allegedly use the police and the courts to keep a poor church worker behind bars—and get away with it? A disturbing set of allegations has emerged against Apostle Chikere Nwafor, founder of Heaven’s Gateway Ministries in Lagos, after her ex-husband, Mr. Martin Ogbulu, accused her of orchestrating the arrest, prosecution, and continued imprisonment of a longtime church caretaker, Mr. Alfred Morris Oyawari. According to Ogbulu, Alfred—who had overseen the church’s building projects, houses, and properties since 2018—has been languishing in Ikoyi Prison since April 2025 over allegations of missing building materials. The ex-husband insists the accusations were fabricated and driven by fear that Alfred might later sue the cleric for wrongful treatment. A Caretaker, Not a Criminal? Ogbulu describes Alfred as a loyal, humble worker who managed church construction and supervised contractors for years, often while both he and Apostle Chikere were outside Nigeria during the COVID-19 period. Despite the heavy responsibility placed on him, Alfred reportedly earned only ₦40,000 per month. He even volunteered to live alone on the church’s three-acre property in Ibeju-Lekki, near Amen Estate—an isolated area where no one else was willing to stay. From there, he acted as caretaker, site supervisor, and the main link between the church leadership and contractors. So how did such a worker end up in prison? “She Said She Had Locked Him Up” Ogbulu claims that in April 2025, Apostle Chikere informed him that Alfred had been arrested because some items allegedly went missing from the construction site. Even if there had been an issue, he questioned the moral basis of criminal prosecution by a religious leader. > “Even if it was him, what are you preaching? Are you not preaching forgiveness?” he asked. “You bundled a man who looked after your building from 2018 to 2025, locked him up, and took him to court.” Since then, Alfred’s case has reportedly been repeatedly adjourned, leaving him stuck in detention. Alleged Police Pressure and a Chilling Condition In one of the most troubling claims, Ogbulu alleged that the police demanded that Alfred’s relatives sign an undertaking promising that Alfred would never sue Apostle Chikere for wrongful detention as a condition for his release. According to him, the Investigating Police Officer handling the case allegedly said that “madam” was giving instructions, and that Alfred’s family must agree not to take legal action if he were freed. Ogbulu says he agreed in desperation—because Alfred is poor and has no means to fight the system. “He Calls Her From Prison, Begging for Mercy” Ogbulu revealed that Alfred occasionally gets access to a phone in prison and uses it to beg Apostle Chikere for forgiveness, calling her “Mummy” and pleading to be released. > “Seeing Alfred in prison breaks my heart,” he said. “This young man has begged her countless times, even from inside prison.” He further described Alfred’s family as extremely poor, saying his father—a retired security officer from a riverine community—lacks the resources to pursue legal action. Pattern of Abuse or Isolated Case? Beyond Alfred’s ordeal, Ogbulu alleged a broader pattern of intimidation within the church, recounting incidents in which members were allegedly humiliated or physically confronted, only to later be appeased with money. He warned that Alfred’s case might be one of many involving vulnerable Nigerians who allegedly fall victim to abuse of power within religious and law-enforcement structures. > “Can you imagine how many other people are languishing in jail that nobody knows about?” Silence From Those Accused When contacted for a response, Apostle Chikere Nwafor reportedly said she would “get back,” but did not. Attempts to reach the police officer allegedly in charge of the case were also unsuccessful. This leaves the public with unsettling questions about justice, power, and accountability in Nigeria’s criminal justice system. --- 💬 Questions for Fintter Readers Can a religious leader legally influence police and courts this way? Should clerics be held to a higher moral and legal standard? If these claims are true, what does it say about justice for the poor in Nigeria? How many similar cases go unnoticed because victims lack money or influence? 👉 Join the conversation on Fintter: Is this a case of religious authority abusing state power—or is there another side to the story we are not being told?

Broken Promise? Why Has Tinubu’s Government Failed to Give Ex-Corps Members the Jobs It Promised Since July? | Fintter Was the promise of “automatic employment” for ex-corps members a genuine commitment—or just another political announcement that has quietly faded away? Five months after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration publicly announced automatic employment, scholarships, and financial rewards for 210 honoured ex-corps members, the promised jobs are yet to materialise. What was once celebrated as a bold gesture of appreciation for young Nigerians who “went beyond the call of duty” has now become a painful reminder of unfulfilled government pledges. In a statement released by the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) on July 29, the Tinubu government announced that 210 ex-corps members from the 2020–2023 service years would receive automatic employment in the Federal Civil Service, scholarships up to doctoral level within Nigeria, and cash awards of ₦250,000 each. Among them were individuals who had demonstrated exceptional service—and others who had suffered life-changing injuries while serving the nation. For many of the beneficiaries, the announcement was more than symbolic recognition. It represented hope, stability, and a long-awaited breakthrough after years of struggle, unemployment, and sacrifice. But today, that hope has turned into frustration, exhaustion, and a deep sense of betrayal. According to affected ex-corps members who spoke anonymously for fear of victimisation, no job placements have been made, no official communication has followed, and no clear explanation has been given by either the government or the NYSC. Although the promised cash award was reportedly paid, the most critical aspect of the pledge—automatic employment—remains unfulfilled. In October 2025, after public pressure intensified following investigative reports, the ex-corps members were invited to Abuja and instructed to submit documents for “urgent processing.” Many travelled long distances, spending scarce resources they could barely afford. Some arrived without accommodation or support, driven only by the hope that the long-promised jobs were finally becoming a reality. Yet, weeks turned into months—and no one contacted them again. One affected ex-corps member described borrowing money to make the trip, only to return home with nothing. Another said he slept in a religious centre, enduring discomfort and mosquito-infested nights, believing the government was finally about to fulfil its word. Instead, they were met with silence. Even more troubling are the stories of ex-corps members who sustained permanent injuries during national service. For them, the promise of government employment was not merely an opportunity—it was a lifeline. Many say private employers now reject them because of their disabilities. The government’s pledge had restored their sense of dignity and belonging, if only briefly. One injured ex-corps member said: “When they promised automatic employment, I believed there was still a place for me in this country despite my condition. Today, nobody has even called or sent an email.” The emotional toll has been devastating. Beneficiaries say the process left them financially drained, psychologically exhausted, and feeling used for public relations. What was once a moment of national praise has become a story of disappointment, neglect, and broken trust. The situation raises serious questions about government accountability, youth unemployment, and the credibility of public promises. If young Nigerians who risked their lives in service of the nation can be publicly honoured—and then quietly ignored—what message does that send to millions of other youths struggling for opportunity? Now, the affected ex-corps members are appealing directly to the federal government to redeem its word. They insist they do not want sympathy or publicity—they want action. As one of them put it: “We don’t want to be used as tools for government promotion. We only ask that the promises made to us be fulfilled.” --- 💬 Conversation Starters for Fintter Readers Should government promises come with legal consequences when they are not fulfilled? Is this another example of young Nigerians being used for political image-building? Why has there been no official explanation from the Presidency or the NYSC? What does this mean for trust in future government youth empowerment programmes? 👉 Join the discussion on Fintter: Do you believe the Tinubu administration will still honour this promise—or has it already been abandoned?

Was Justice Denied? Why Is Inspector Oboh Still Detained After Being Cleared of Murder Charges in Rivers State? | Fintter Was justice truly served in the case of Inspector Hycenth Oboh—or is this another troubling example of power, politics, and abuse within Nigeria’s law enforcement system? In a case that is raising serious constitutional and human rights concerns, Inspector Hycenth Oboh, a serving police officer attached to the Rivers State Commissioner for Energy and Natural Resources, has allegedly been illegally detained for over 18 months without trial, court order, or lawful disciplinary sanction. His prolonged detention follows a tragic shooting incident that occurred on June 18, 2024, at the Eberi-Omuma Local Government Council Secretariat, where two people were killed during a crossfire. What makes this case particularly controversial is that Inspector Oboh was reportedly discharged and acquitted during an internal police disciplinary process in August 2024. Despite this, he has remained in custody at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Port Harcourt—raising urgent questions about the rule of law, police accountability, and respect for constitutional rights in Nigeria. According to sources, Oboh was initially arrested alongside 11 other officers and subjected to investigations by the Homicide Department. They were later tried under the Police Act and Regulations on three counts: discreditable conduct, unlawful exercise of authority, and destruction of government property through the alleged waste of ammunition. All officers pleaded not guilty. Oboh, in particular, denied firing any weapon and reportedly presented medical evidence showing exposure to teargas. The internal proceedings reportedly ended with eight officers, including Oboh, being cleared of all charges. However, in a twist that has left many observers baffled, the Rivers State Police Command allegedly ordered a second disciplinary trial without presenting new evidence. While six officers were later dismissed and five released, Inspector Oboh alone was kept in detention, with no official explanation, court arraignment, or detention order. Even more disturbing are allegations of political interference. Sources claim that a serving federal lawmaker, Hon. Kelechi Nwogu, who represents Etche/Omuma Federal Constituency, may have influenced senior police officials to ensure Oboh remains detained—allegedly to prevent him from testifying or being fully investigated. Although these claims have not been independently verified and the lawmaker has yet to respond, they deepen public concern about whether the case is being driven by justice or by political interests. Beyond the legal questions, the human cost is devastating. Reports indicate that Oboh’s prolonged detention has destroyed his family life, with his wife reportedly leaving with their children due to lack of support. Paradoxically, despite being held over a murder investigation, he is said to have continued receiving his salary, further highlighting contradictions in how the case is being handled. Human rights advocates argue that this situation represents a clear violation of constitutional rights, particularly the rights to liberty and fair hearing. As one advocate put it: “You cannot acquit a man, detain him endlessly, and still call it justice. This is a dangerous abuse of power.” As of now, there is no known court order, no formal charge, and no legal justification for Inspector Oboh’s continued detention. Calls are growing louder for either his immediate release or for authorities to arraign him before a competent court if credible evidence exists. 💬 What Do You Think? (Comment Hooks for Fintter) If an officer is cleared internally, can the police legally keep him locked up without a court order? Is this a case of justice delayed, or justice deliberately denied? Could political influence be overriding due process in this matter? Should Nigeria reform how police disciplinary actions and criminal prosecutions are handled? 👉 Join the conversation on Fintter: Is Inspector Oboh a victim of systemic abuse—or are there facts the public still doesn’t know?