Happy Birthday to beautiful Actress Eniola Ajao and her twin sister …….


Nollywood actress Eniola Ajao is celebrating her birthday alongside her twin sister, and fans are flooding social media with warm wishes. The actress shared beautiful photos of herself and her sister, expressing gratitude for life, growth, and sisterhood. Colleagues and admirers praised her talent, beauty, and resilience, describing her as a hardworking star who continues to shine in the industry. The birthday celebration has sparked admiration online, with many noting the strong bond between the sisters and wishing them more years of success and happiness.
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Lagos Government Investigates Death of Nine-Month-Old Twins Following Vaccination

The Lagos State government has launched an investigation into the deaths of nine-month-old twins, Testimony and Timothy Alozie, who reportedly died less than 24 hours after receiving routine immunisation. Their father, Samuel Alozie, shared videos online, raising public concern. Authorities have ordered a postmortem and are investigating the circumstances, while assuring cautious review of vaccine procedures to restore public confidence in primary healthcare delivery.


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Tragedy at Lagos Govt Clinic: Father Claims Twin Babies Died After Fake Immunisation, Demands Justice

A Lagos resident has accused Ajangbadi Primary Health Centre of causing the deaths of his nine-month-old twin boys after routine immunisation on December 24, 2025. In a viral video, he alleged the children were given fake or inappropriate drugs, including worm medicine without consent, which left them weak and led to their deaths the next day. The grieving father is appealing for legal help and human rights intervention, fearing bias since the facility is government-run. He warns other parents to verify vaccines given to their children, while Lagos health authorities have yet to respond.

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Nigeria’s health system is not just underperforming — in many cases, it is dangerously broken.

As I mourned my mother, I read about the tragic death of Nkanu, one of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s twins. That news reopened wounds that were still raw. My late mother was also a twin, and the loss struck painfully close to home.

This is no longer just grief. It is anger — and a demand to speak out.

Over the years, my family and I have narrowly escaped medical disasters:
• A wrong diagnosis that almost led to my young child undergoing an unnecessary, life-altering surgery.
• My father’s near-death experience caused by poor coordination, faulty equipment, and a collapsed public hospital system.
• My own escape from a dangerous misdiagnosis that could have placed me on insulin for life.
• And finally, my mother’s last battle with cancer — marked not only by illness, but by avoidable pain, procedural neglect, and indignity.

These experiences are not shared to attack individual hospitals or doctors, but to expose a systemic failure that continues to cost Nigerians their lives quietly and without accountability.

Broken equipment, obsolete diagnostics, strikes, underpaid health workers, and weak regulation have turned hospitals into places of fear rather than healing. Meanwhile, our best doctors flee abroad, and ordinary Nigerians are left to gamble with their lives.

Healthcare must be treated as critical national infrastructure — not a budgetary afterthought. Until government acts decisively and accountability is enforced, more families will continue to suffer in silence.

Silence is no longer an option.

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How Did Nigerian Writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Lose Her 21-Month-Old Son? What the Family’s Statement Reveals About the Tragic Passing of Little Nkanu Nnamdi

Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband, Dr Ivara Esege, are mourning the heartbreaking loss of their 21-month-old son, Nkanu Nnamdi, who passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, following a brief illness.

The family confirmed the tragedy in a statement issued on Thursday by Omawumi Ogbe, requesting privacy as they grieve. According to the statement, one of the couple’s twin boys, Nkanu Nnamdi, died after a short period of illness. The family described the loss as devastating and asked the public and the media to allow them space during what they called an “incredibly difficult time.”

The statement read in part that the family is deeply saddened by the passing of their child and appealed for grace, prayers, and respect for their seclusion, stressing that no further public comments would be made. It underscored the emotional weight of the moment, acknowledging the profound pain that accompanies the loss of a young child.

Chimamanda Adichie, celebrated globally for works such as Half of a Yellow Sun, Americanah, and We Should All Be Feminists, has long been regarded as one of Africa’s most influential literary voices. News of her personal tragedy has prompted an outpouring of sympathy from readers, admirers, and members of the literary community, many of whom have expressed condolences while honoring the family’s request for privacy.

While the family did not disclose details beyond confirming that the child died after a brief illness, the announcement highlights the fragile nature of life and the shared human experience of grief—transcending fame, public recognition, and achievement. The careful wording of the statement reflects a desire to protect the family’s space as they navigate mourning away from public scrutiny.

As messages of support continue to emerge, the central appeal remains clear: respect the family’s need for quiet and dignity during this time of sorrow. For many, the story serves as a reminder that behind celebrated public figures are families who experience loss just as deeply as anyone else.

Edo Family Refutes Police Rescue Claim, Confirms Payment of Ransom for Abducted Twin Teenagers After Father’s Murder

The family of twin teenagers abducted in Edo State after the killing of their father, Andrew Ilabeshi, has disputed police claims that the victims were rescued unharmed. According to the family, the twins, Emmanuel and Emmanuella, both 16, were only released after a ransom was paid to their kidnappers.
Gunmen reportedly attacked the Ilabeshi family on December 11 at Kalabar Quarters, Afokpella, Etsako East LGA, leaving the father dead and abducting the twins. The Edo State Police Command previously stated that the twins were rescued by security operatives, but the family insists the release was negotiated through ransom payments.
The victims were reportedly traumatized by their ordeal, and the family criticized local security efforts, urging both state and federal governments to intensify measures against kidnappings. Community vigilance, according to the family, has proven insufficient in addressing the rise in violent abductions in the area.

Family and Church Announce Service of Songs and Requiem Mass for Three Victims of Lagos GNI Building Fire

The family of three men who perished in the December 24, 2025, Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) Building fire at Balogun Market, Lagos, has announced a Service of Songs and Requiem Mass in their honor. The deceased are Stephen Onyeka Omatu (Mr Classic), Casmir Nnabuike Omatu, and Collins Kenechukwu Omatu.

The memorial service is scheduled for Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at Jesus the Saviour Catholic Church, Bucknor Ejigbo, Lagos. The joint invitation from the family and church urges friends, associates, and well-wishers to pray for the repose of their souls.

Eyewitnesses and relatives allege that poor storage practices, combustible materials, and structural weaknesses contributed to the fire and hampered rescue efforts. Survivors, including a twin who narrowly escaped, reported difficulties in recovering the bodies due to inadequate government and emergency response.

Following the incident, Lagos State authorities ordered residents and businesses near the burnt building to vacate the area due to safety concerns, following expert evaluations warning of imminent danger.

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Abductors Demand ₦450million Ransom for Kwara Monarch, NYSC Son and Eight Residents as Kidnappings Escalate in Ifelodun LGA

Kidnappers who abducted the Oniwo of Aafin, Oba Simeon Olaonipekun, his son and eight other residents in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State have demanded a total ransom of ₦450 million for their release. The criminals are asking for ₦150 million for the monarch and his son, Olaolu, a serving NYSC member, while ₦300 million has been demanded for eight residents abducted from Adanla-Irese, near Igbaja. Family sources and the Kwara South Joint Community Security Watch Network confirmed that the abductors made contact with the victims’ families following the New Year’s Eve attack on the monarch’s palace, during which his wife was shot and injured. The twin abductions have intensified fears over worsening insecurity across Kwara South, with residents urging urgent government intervention, even as police say they are unaware of any ransom demands and insist security agencies are working to rescue the victims.

BREAKING: Adamawa Churches Cancel New Year Crossover Services as CAN Issues DSS-Based Terror Attack Alert on Yola and Other Parts of State

Churches across Adamawa State have abruptly cancelled their New Year crossover services following an urgent security alert issued by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) over an alleged planned terrorist attack. The warning, based on what CAN described as credible intelligence from the Department of State Services (DSS), indicated that terrorists were planning to unleash violence in Yola and other parts of the state during crossover night.

In a statement signed by Rev. Dr. Joel Danjuma Manzo, CAN Chairman in Adamawa State, church leaders were directed to immediately suspend crossover services to safeguard lives. He urged pastors and congregations to treat the advisory with utmost seriousness, stressing that personal safety outweighs holding religious gatherings. The alert has heightened fear among residents, underscoring persistent security challenges in the state.

Reflecting the severity of the threat, Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri also cancelled the state’s official New Year crossover celebration, an annual event that usually attracts large crowds and top Nigerian entertainers. The twin cancellations of both church and government events have sent shockwaves across Adamawa, casting a shadow over the transition into the new year as residents brace for a quiet and security-conscious crossover into 2026.

Nigerian House of Representatives Proposes New Constitutional Law to Protect Pregnant Women on Death Row, Commute Death Sentence to Life Imprisonment

The Nigerian House of Representatives has proposed a major constitutional amendment aimed at protecting pregnant women sentenced to death and safeguarding the lives of their unborn children. The proposal, adopted by the House Committee on Constitution Review chaired by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, seeks to amend Section 33 of the 1999 Constitution to ensure that any pregnant woman convicted of a capital offence is sentenced to life imprisonment instead of death.

Under the proposed new subsection, courts would be required to commute death sentences once pregnancy is proven, recognising the unborn child’s right to life. Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mike Ozekhome, praised the bill as humane and progressive, arguing that executing a pregnant woman amounts to the unjust killing of an innocent unborn child. He cited international human rights principles, U.S. constitutional arguments, and moral considerations in support of the amendment.

Constitutional lawyer Abdul Mahmud also endorsed the proposal, describing it as a balanced effort to align criminal justice with evolving global human rights standards, while raising broader questions about the continued relevance of the death penalty in Nigeria.

In addition, the House proposed a separate amendment to guarantee Nigerians’ right to a clean, safe, and healthy environment, including access to environmental information and accountability for pollution. The twin proposals reflect a broader legislative push toward human rights protection, environmental justice, and constitutional reform in Nigeria.

Davido to Officially Join Accord Party, Follows Uncle Governor Adeleke

Afrobeats superstar Davido, real name David Adeleke, announced he will formally join the Accord Party in Osun State this Wednesday by collecting his membership card at Imole House, Osogbo. The move comes after his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke, recently defected from the PDP to lead the Accord Party ahead of the 2026 governorship election. Davido shared the update via his verified X account, drawing attention from fans and political observers. Social media reactions highlighted support, curiosity, and commentary on the intertwining of family and politics.

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These twins, Emmanuel and Emmanuella, were kidnapped from Okpella, Edo State, on Thursday night.

Their father was shot dead on the spot. They are just 15 years old, and the kidnappers are reportedly demanding 100 million naira for their release.

We can't keep living like this for God’s sake

"Give President Tinubu Time, He Will Tax the Air We Breathe" —SDP’s Adewole Adebayo.

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Adewole Adebayo, has condemned the federal government’s decision to impose a 15 per cent import duty on refined petroleum products. 

Adebayo described the move as “an anti-people decision” and accused President Bola Tinubu of pushing excessive taxation policies.

Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday, Adebayo argued that the administration is prioritising revenue collection over citizens’ welfare.

According to him, “President Tinubu is a clever tax collector. He wants to collect taxes from you for everything, including the oxygen tax, very soon.
If you’re not careful, yes, the air we breathe. Just give him time; he’s going to get there,” he said.

Adebayo contended that the new import duty contradicts the principles Tinubu once promoted.

“It is an anti-people decision and a trend in the new Tinubu. Tinubu that used to be in SDP, following Abiola everywhere doing Hope 93, has practically changed to the side of the money people.

They see you as a customer, not a citizen. If you have twins and triplets in your house, Tinubu is going to think of twins tax or ‘multiple childbirth tax.’ He’s just thinking of how to collect more money. It’s wrong,” he said.

He warned that the tariff will ultimately fall on ordinary Nigerians, especially given current economic hardships.

“If you put 15 per cent tariffs on imported petrol, who is going to pay for it? It’s going to be paid by the person who buys the petrol at the filling station,” Adebayo added.

The San Francisco Giants have actually revealed essentially the rest of Bob Melvin's training personnel for 2024, and it's one more set of familiar names. Garvin Alston, that is not a Bay Area indigenous, replaces Craig Albernaz as the new bullpen trainer. Susan Slusser posted that information last evening. He 'd been the River Pet cats pitching trainer the past two seasons. He was the 10th round choice of the development Colorado Rockies' inaugural draft. He 'd make it to the majors in 1996 and pitched 6 innings. He had arm surgical procedure and was never the very same after, jumping around the minors and in Taiwan. He became the pitching trainer for the A's Class-A Kane County Cougars in 2005 and would certainly then stick in the organization for the following years, his final 6 periods as a minors rehab organizer and afterwards a minor league pitching planner. He was the bullpen train for Arizona in 2016, which suggests he overlapped with Matt Williams' 1 year stop after he was discharged by the Nationals. After that Alston ended up being the A's bullpen trainer for 2017. In 2018, he was the Twins' throwing train. Meanwhile, Bryan Cost is a Bay Area indigenous. This is the leading credential whenever he's mentioned https://www.coloradoapparelstore.com/Greg_Jones_Jersey.

Convicted NNPC Senior Official Forfeits $2.5 Million Los Angeles Mansion to U.S. Government.

Paulinus Iheanacho Okoronkwo, a senior official of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC), has forfeited a $2.5 million mansion in Los Angeles, California, to the U.S. government after being convicted of money laundering.

A preliminary forfeiture order issued on October 3, 2025, by Judge John Walter of the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, directed that Okoronkwo’s luxury property at 25340 Twin Oaks Place, Valencia be seized and transferred to the government.

According to court documents obtained by Peoples Gazette, the property—identified as Tract No. 45433, Lot 12 (Assessor’s Parcel No. 2826-143-004)—was linked to proceeds from illegal financial transactions in violation of U.S. money-laundering laws.

The ruling followed Okoronkwo’s conviction on three counts of money laundering, as detailed in a superseding indictment by U.S. prosecutors. The court found a “requisite nexus” between the offences and the mansion, making it subject to forfeiture.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Alexander Su, who handled the forfeiture motion, confirmed that the government could immediately seize and liquidate the asset under federal forfeiture laws. The U.S. Attorney General was also authorised to notify any third parties with potential claims.

The court ruled that the forfeiture would become final at sentencing, forming part of Okoronkwo’s punishment and granting the U.S. government clear title once all third-party claims are resolved.

The case—United States v. Paulinus Iheanacho Okoronkwo (Case No. 2:24-CR-20(A)-JFW)—is part of a wider U.S. federal probe into international financial crimes involving politically exposed persons from Nigeria and other countries.

Okoronkwo’s case adds to a growing list of Nigerian officials and business executives whose U.S. assets have been seized after being traced to illicit offshore transactions.

Mariah Carey’s Daughter Monroe Set to Shine: 14-Year-Old ‘Nepo Baby’ Gears Up for Her Own Music Career!

Music royalty is in the making! The Queen of Christmas, Mariah Carey, is reportedly paving the way for her daughter Monroe Carey, 14, to step into the spotlight — and it seems the teen is ready to carry the family’s musical legacy with grace and talent.


Following in Mariah’s Footsteps

According to The Sun, Mariah has filed legal documents to trademark her daughter’s name, Monroe Carey, for live performances and entertainment projects. This move hints at Monroe’s official entry into the music world — and fans couldn’t be more excited!

A close source revealed:

“Mariah was cautious when Monroe first said she wanted to be a musician, but she knows it’s truly her passion. She’s been incredibly supportive and guiding her every step of the way.”


The insider added that Monroe has a “brilliant voice” and is determined to make her mark through hard work rather than just her mother’s fame.


A Star in the Making

Mariah recently opened up on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, confirming her daughter’s growing interest in music.

“My daughter’s into music… she used to sing with me on my Christmas tour,” Mariah shared. “I’m trying to get her to do her own thing — and I think she wants to. So possibly.”

Fans have already seen glimpses of Monroe’s talent — from her adorable TikTok duets with her mom to her show-stopping stage appearances, including at Madison Square Garden and The Hollywood Bowl during Mariah’s Merry Christmas One And All concert series.

Proud Mama Moments

Mariah, who shares twins Monroe and Moroccan with TV personality Nick Cannon, has expressed deep joy in watching her children embrace music.

“It’s really nice to see them performing onstage,” she told People. “They’re rehearsing, working hard, and going for it — that’s impressive to me.”


However, the global superstar also made it clear she won’t pressure her kids into fame:

“They can be anything they want to be,” Mariah told W Magazine.

NAPTIP Rescues 16-Year-Old Domestic Worker Doused With Hot Water By Her Abusive Employer In Abuja.

The agency in a statement on Friday, September 26, 2025 said the victim was rescued following a tip-off from concerned neighbours.
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Operatives of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) have rescued a 16-year-old domestic worker who had been abused and tortured by her employer in Abuja’s Gwarimpa area.

The agency in a statement on Friday, September 26, 2025 said the victim was rescued following a tip-off from concerned neighbours.

NAPTIP said the victim's employer poured hot water on her, adding that all the individuals involved in the heinous act will be prosecuted.

“The victim, who hails from Imo State and comes from a family of 1, had been caring for her employer's three children, including two-month twins, and a seven-year-old boy while the employer worked at night,” the statement read.

"Reports indicate that the girl was scalded with hot water by her employer. Alert neighbours quickly rushed her to a hospital and immediately contacted NAPTIP, prompting a swift rescue operation.

“The agency has commenced a full investigation into the incident, and all individuals involved in this heinous act will face the full weight of the law."

The agency has called on the public to report any case of trafficking or abuse.

Missing brother of BBNaija stars, the Mbadiwe Twins, has been found safely.

Brother of BBNaija stars, Mbadiwe Twins, declared missing in Lagos.

I told my twin brother, Wale Ojo, that as people of some influence, we should both try as much as possible to dress culturally, because when you, as a sub-Saharan Black African, strut around Europe and America in Western clothes, you look conquered. But when you are seen confidently, suavely and full of swagger in your authentic, native fabrics and fashion, you look like a conqueror. An African connected to his culture projects stature!