Trains Collide In Southern Egypt, 32 Dead, 66 Wounded

Two trains collided Friday in southern Egypt on Friday, causing three passenger cars to flip over, killing 32 people and leaving 66 injured, health authorities said.

Dozens of ambulance vehicles were rushed to the scene of the crash, which took place in the southern province of Sohag, said a statement by Egypt’s heath ministry.

Local media displayed videos from the scene showing flipped wagons with passengers trapped inside and surrounded by rubble. Some victims seemed unconscious, while others could be seen bleeding. Bystanders carried bodies, laying them out on the ground near the site of the accident.

2023: Crack In Buhari, Tinubu Camps Widens

 

As the 2023 politicking begins to gather momentum, the crack between the camps of President Muhammadu Buhari and that of a national leader of...

As the 2023 politicking begins to gather momentum, the crack between the camps of President Muhammadu Buhari and that of a national leader of the APC, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has widened, Daily Trust reports.

But while some sources admitted there are issues between the two strongmen, a university lecturer with a good understanding of Nigerian political schemings, said the purported rift was tactically created to push Tinubu aside and pave way for another candidate to clinch the presidency.

Tinubu Announces N50m Donation For Victims Of Katsina Market Fire

 

The National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Former Governor of Lagos State, Bola Tinubu have announced a donation of the sum of N50million to victims of the Katsina Central Market Fire.

He also paid a visit to the Emir of Katsina, Alhaji Abdulmumini Kabir.

Tinubu made the announcement on Wednesday during a condolence visit to the Katsina State government.

American Idol: Funke Lagoke Faints On Stage During Judgement (Video)

 

American Idol contestant, Funke Lagoke was rushed to the hospital after she fainted and fell flat on her face after her performance with fellow singer Ronda Felton on Monday night's episode, IgbereTV reports.

The terrifying incident happened while she was receiving feedback from the judges after her performance with her fellow contestant and duet partner.

The pair performed ‘Tell Him’, a song written and recorded by Barbra Streisand and Celine Dion.

Teni Meets Vice President Osinbajo In Aso Rock (Photos)

 

Teniola Apata widely known as Teni the Entertainer, has shared photos of her visit to Aso Rock, Nigeria’s power House.

The multi-talented singer met with Nigeria’s Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, who happens to be knowledgeable about the entertainment industry.

She shared photos of her visit on the gram and captioned the post;

“Wondaland in Aso Rock. Thank @profosinbajo for taking the time out of your busy schedule to meet with me and your encouraging and impactful words.”

Veteran Nollywood Actor, Victor Olaotan's Wife Cries Out For Help As Hospital Threatens To Dump Him

 

Victor Olaotan, the veteran Nigerian actor and former Tinsel’ star, who is popularly known as Big Daddy, turned 69 on Wednesday, February 17, but sadly, he is still in a Turkey hospital battling with the effects of a traumatic brain injury he suffered after a ghastly car accident in October 2016.

His wife, Julia, has been relentlessly seeking support for him and some actors have also solicited for support on Olaotan’s behalf. In 2019, billionaire businessman and philanthropist, Femi Otedola donated N30m to the actor.

Insecurity: What South-West Governors Discussed With Traditional Rulers

 In a bid to address the security challenges rocking the South-west of Nigeria, the governors in the geopolitical zone on Saturday met with traditional rulers at the Oyo State Government House in Agodi, Ibadan.

The major highlight of the meeting was to find lasting solutions to the killings and kidnapping for ransom that have become the order of the day and the seeming helplessness of security operatives to tackle rising crimes.

The meeting also addressed the cases of farmers-herders clashes, leading to deaths, destruction of farms and other valuable properties.

Breaking: Military Aircraft King Air 350 Crashes In Abuja 6 Passengers Feared Dead (Video/Photos)

 

“A military aircraft King Air 350 has just crashed short of our Abuja runway after reporting engine failure en-route, Minna.”

Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika confirmed the crash in a tweet and said it "appears to be fatal”.

The Minister also urged Nigerians to be calm and wait for the outcome of an investigation by the military. 

Aborode Father: What I Told Sunday Igboho After My Son Was Murdered By Herdsmen

 

What I told Sunday Igboho after my son was murdered by herdsmen —Aborode, father to slain Igangan politician

In this interview by KEHINDE OYETIMI, Alhaji Lasisi Folohunso Aborode, father to deceased Dr. Fatai Aborode who was allegedly murdered by herdsmen in December 2020, speaks about the long history of herder settlements in the Ibarapa axis of Oyo State, the advent of unrest in the zone and the death of his son.

How long have you lived here in Igangan?

I am an indigene of Igangan. I am retired as a chief environmental health officer. I am the father of the late Dr. Fatai Aborode. I am also the Baba Adinni of Igangan land which means that I am one of the religious leaders of Igangan. I was on January 16, 1942. I clocked 79 on January 16, this year.

Herdsmen Not Responsible For Aborode’s Killing – Makinde

 

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on Saturday declared that herdsmen were not responsible for the killing of Dr. Fatai Aborode.

We recall that Aborode, a former House of Representatives candidate, was last year killed in Igangan, a town in Ibarapa North Local Government Area of the state by yet to be identified persons.

The killing and other killings, kidnapping and attacks in Ibarapa geo-political zone have been attributed to suspected herdsmen.

Paternity Scandal: Sir Shina Peters Reacts To Reports Of Alleged Love Child With Late Actress Funmi Martins

Shina Peters, the veteran Nigeria musician and newly ordained Bishop, has addressed allegations that the late Nollywood actress, Funmi Martins, bore him a son, whom he has abandoned.

Martins was a popular Nigerian actress who passed on in 2002. Her daughter, Mide Martins-Abiodun, followed in the footsteps of her late actor mum. She is also an established crossover actress.

Two months before her death, she welcomed her third child, Damilare, who is her alleged love child with the juju musician.

The claims first surfaced online after a popular Instagram blogger alleged that the boy, Damilare Peters, 19, has been abandoned by his older sister, actress Mide Martins and the music star.

Patience Ozokwor: How Zebrudaya & Pete Eneh 'Dragged' Me Into Nollywood

 

Veteran Nollywood actress Patience Ozokwo has said that actors Chika Okpala and Pete Eneh dragged her into the industry, Igbere TV reports.

The 62-year-old said this in an Instagram post on Thursday.

Sharing a throwback picture, Patience said she was into radio drama and stage play before Nollywood.

Early years in Nollywood

Eyes firmly on the goal

Fun fact:

Sanwo-Olu, Tinubu, Fayemi, Others Attend Jakande’s 8th-Day Fidau Prayer (Video)

 

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu led state officials on Friday to the Ilupeju residence of the late ex-governor of Lagos Lateef Jakande for his eighth-day fidau prayer, Igbere TV reports.

Jakande died on February 11 at the age of 91. He was buried the following day at the Vaults and Gardens private cemetery Ikoyi, Lagos.

Blessing Okoro Goes Into The Street In Just her Towel And Panties On Her Head To Celebrate 500K Followers On Instagram (video)

 

Controversial relationship expert, Blessing Okoro has celebrated hitting 500k followers on the photo and video sharing platform, Instagram, in an unconventional way.

The ‘Breakup or Makeup’ founder went into the street in just her towel and wore panties on her head. She also hung her bra on one shoulder as she ran hysterically into the street to celebrate her new feat.

In other news, Relationship expert, Blessing Okoro has taken to social media to berate those criticizing her over her lifestyle.

The Helicopter Gunship Attack In Orlu, Imo Happened On February 14

 

Air Strikes In Orlu: "They Have Finally Brought The War Upon Us"

 

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has reacted to the air operations on camps believed to have been occupied by the Eastern Security Network (ESN) by the Nigerian military in Imo State, Igbere TV reports.

The operations sent residents of Orlu and Orsu local government areas of Imo State scampering for safety.

Reacting to the airstrikes, IPOB in a statement made available to Igbere TV said the Federal Government of Nigeria has brought war upon the Biafran people.

TIME Magazine Names Davido Among World The 100 Most Influential People In 2021

 

The Nigerian superstar, Davido hit another milestone as he was named one of the next 100 most influential people in the world for 2021 by Time Magazine.

Davido in his reaction wrote on his social media platforms: ‘Proud to be included in the inaugural #TIME100Next list”.

Meanwhile, the excerpt for the selection of Davido was written by Nigerian rapper and BBNaija Lockdown season 5 winner Laycon, according to the magazine.

It reads, “Davido is one of the biggest voices in Afrobeats because his music connects with people, often in ways that transcend his expectations.

First Wife Of Dr Tosin Ajayi Owner First Foundation Medical Centre Reveals Why They Were Seperated For 35 Years

 

Mrs Oluyemisi Adenike Ajayi is the first wife of the late Managing Director of First Foundation Medical Centre, Lagos, Dr Tosin Ajayi.

Though there was a mild drama during his funeral last Thursday where the children scuffled with their father’s second wife, former beauty queen, Helen Prest-Ajayi, over dust-to-dust rites, Oluyemisi has taken time to narrate her marital journey with the late physician.

She wrote in her tribute:

 “Dr. Joseph Ademola Olutosin Ajayi, you were so many things and different things to so many people. But to me, you were my first love, my only love, my friend, my only husband and the father to all my 5 children.

I still can’t believe you are gone and keep wondering why you did not say goodbye to the children and 

US Based Nigerian Woman Fought Husband's Side-Chic Inside DPO's Office Over Their Property (Video)

 

A Nigerian woman who came all the way from the US after being abandoned by her husband has been seen settling scores with the man's side chic.

The woman fought her husband's side chic inside the office of a Divisional Police Officer in Isheri, Lagos.

 

Footage of the dramatic incident surfaced as the woman fought for the property she acquired with the man.

 

Katherine Daramola, 57, a US-based lawyer, had accused her estranged husband Adetokunbo Daramola of abandoning her and their 4 children in the United States and returning to Nigeria where he got his mistress to start living with him in her house.

Mide Martins Accused Of Allegedly Abandoning The Last Child Of Her Late Mum, Funmi Martins

 

Popular Nigerian actress, Mide Martins has been accused of allegedly abandoning her late mum, Funmi Martins’ last child.

According to the Instagram blogger, Gistlover, late Funmi Martins has a son with popular juju musician Sir Shina Peters.

Gistlover alleged that the boy is 19 years now has dropped out of school because of lack of funds as Mide Martins has blocked the boy on Whatsapp and abandoned him leaving him to his fate.