Author: Kessiana Godscovenant

Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe has explained why he is not a strong supporter of marriage, arguing that women often face greater responsibilities and challenges within the union. Speaking during an interview on the In My Opinion podcast, Uzor Arukwe highlighted the demands placed on women, including pregnancy, childbirth, raising a family and the expectation to adopt their husbands’ surnames. He said these responsibilities have shaped his perspective on marriage. The actor also noted that society is increasingly recognising that marriage does not define a woman’s worth or identity. He recalled how women were once pressured to marry and have children…

Veteran Nigerian rapper Ruggedman has explained why he remains unmarried at 52, attributing his marital status to the demands of his music career and the end of a five-year relationship he once believed would lead to marriage. In an interview with TheCable, the rapper, whose real name is Michael Ugochukwu Stephens, said he began his career when Nigerian musicians had to work hard to establish themselves. He noted that the demands of the industry consumed much of his time, while some colleagues, including 2Baba, found partners who understood and supported their careers. Ruggedman disclosed that he is currently not in…

Nollywood actor Baba Ijesha has recalled a prophecy he received before going to prison, claiming he was told that he would become a great man after experiencing a painful calamity. The actor shared the account during a courtesy visit to Yoruba Nation activist Sunday Igboho at his residence. According to Baba Ijesha, the revelation predicted that he would go through a difficult period that would bring him to tears before the prophecy came to pass. He linked the experience to his subsequent imprisonment, describing it as the major hardship mentioned in the prediction. The actor’s comments follow his release from…

Early morning kisses may seem like a small romantic gesture, but they can play an important role in strengthening a relationship. Sharing a kiss with your partner after waking up can create a feeling of love, warmth, and emotional connection that sets a positive tone for the day. One major benefit of early morning kisses is that they help strengthen emotional intimacy between couples. A gentle kiss can communicate affection, appreciation, and reassurance without saying a word. It may also help partners feel closer, reduce everyday tension, and remind each other that their relationship matters despite the pressures of work…

Organisers of the Ballon d’Or, France Football, have clarified the period of performances considered for the 2026 award, confirming that only displays between August 3, 2025, and July 19, 2026, will be assessed. The winner will be announced at a ceremony in London on October 26, with 30 players nominated for the honour. Among the nominees are Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal, Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane and Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé. In a post on its official X account on Thursday, France Football explained the eligibility period in line with the award’s official regulations, which include performances in international…

The National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Seriake Dickson, has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to correct the omission of some of the party’s candidates from its published list ahead of the 2027 elections. Dickson said all affected candidates completed their registration before the statutory 21-day deadline and expressed confidence that the commission would address the issue. In a statement issued on Thursday, the former Bayelsa State governor reassured the affected candidates and party supporters that steps were being taken to resolve the matter. He maintained that the NDC had fielded qualified candidates who emerged…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has accused politicians of deceiving Nigerians through campaign strategies designed to portray them as humble and connected to ordinary citizens. He made the remarks on Thursday during his induction into the Idoma Hall of Fame in Abuja. Wike criticised politicians who buy corn and groundnuts from roadside vendors, purchase fuel at filling stations or celebrate birthdays at camps for internally displaced persons (IDPs) to gain public sympathy. He questioned why some politicians adopt these practices during their presidential campaigns when they had not done so while holding public office. The…

Rabiu Kwankwaso, the vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has said the party would consider restoring fuel subsidies and reducing petrol prices if it wins the 2027 presidential election. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday, Kwankwaso said energy costs in Nigeria were too high and needed to be reduced to ease the burden on citizens. The former Kano State governor said the party was prepared to consider different measures, including fuel subsidies, to bring down petrol prices. He added that the NDC was now aligned with presidential candidate Peter Obi on the need to address the…

Rabiu Kwankwaso, the vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has revealed that he urged a group of Fulani visitors to persuade former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race. Kwankwaso made the disclosure on Thursday while appearing on Channels Television’s Politics Today. According to Kwankwaso, the group had visited his residence for a courtesy call, and he used the opportunity to ask them to speak with Atiku before returning to their communities. He also said he knew Atiku well and had worked closely with him in the past. Meanwhile, former Secretary to the Government…

Fresh details have emerged surrounding the death of Nigerian gospel singer Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings. His personal assistant, Babadunni Gbolabo, said the singer died on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, after suddenly slumping and efforts to obtain medical treatment proved unsuccessful. In a viral video, Gbolabo claimed that the singer was taken to seven or eight hospitals in Ibadan, but none admitted him. According to the personal assistant, some hospitals reportedly cited the unavailability of doctors amid an ongoing strike, while others gave different reasons for not providing treatment. He added that attempts to resuscitate the singer were…