Welcome to Stephen Echefu's Blog: November 2023

Wednesday 29 November 2023

Apostle Joshua Selman is king of the podcast game on Spotify Nigeria in 2023

Nigerian gospel minister, Apostle Joshua Selman, is the undisputed king of podcasts on Spotify Nigeria this year, according to data the streaming platform published on Wednesday, November 29, 2023.

Davido reportedly challenges Amaju Pinnick's N2.3 billion lawsuit

Davido finally responds to Amaju Pinnick's lawsuit with a preliminary objection.

Nollywood actress, Laide Bakare is giving marriage a chance for the third time.

Thoughts on this?

5,000 Federal Civil Servants may not get November, December salaries

There is anxiety among federal civil servants as about 5,000 of them may not get November and December salaries.

FG moves to crash cooking gas price

The Federal Government has initiated a process to resolve challenges bordering on the supply and pricing of Liquefied Petroleum Gas in the country’s domestic market better known as cooking gas.

Israel DMW, Davido's Logistics Manager, faces marital challenges as his marriage hits a rough patch

Israel DMW, Davido's Logistics Manager faces marital challenges as his marriage hits the rock.

“Stop contributing to Mr Ibu, they now have more than enough money” - Verydarkman

Activist, Verydarkman has advised Nigerians to stop contributing money to Mr Ibu, stating that they now have more than enough money.

Nigerian rapper Oladips, who was previously reported to have passed away by his management, has come forward with new evidence to prove that he is alive and well.

Rema has once again set a new record for Nigerian music with his latest achievements on the Billboard end-of-the-year charts for 2023.

A court in the United States of America has rejected an appeal by the lawyer for a woman trying to force Cristiano Ronaldo to pay millions more than the $375,000 in hush money he paid her after she accused him of raping her in 2009.

Politician Opeyemi Falegan has queried Wunmi, the wife of late Mohbad, over the delay in carrying out a DNA test on Liam, the seven month old son of the deceased singer.

Justice Hamza Muazu of the Federal Capital Territory High Court Abuja, has granted the immediate past Governor of the Central Bank, Godwin Emefiele, bail in the sum of N300 million and two sureties in like sum.

The Lagos Coroner Court sitting at Ita-Elewa, Ikorodu on Wednesday, November 22, said that the most crucial aspect of an autopsy to determine the cause of death of late music star, Ilerioluwa (Promise) Aloba aka Mohbad, is being conducted in the United States of America (USA).

Lagos State Government has sensitized market men and women in Balogun market and other markets in Lagos metropolis. In a joint statements issued by the Director General Lagos State Safety Commission and Lagos Fire and Rescue Services, at the flags off a sensitization at Balogun Market in Lagos on ways of preventing fire outbreak, especially as the yuletide season approaches.

Lovely photo of Davido holding and kissing his wife, Chef Chioma Adeleke

Nigeria superstar singer, Davido shared some lovely family photos on his Instagram page last night to celebrate his 31st birthday.

Good morning dear readers, the year is gradually coming to an end. So, what have you achieved?

The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday, said no administration was immune to mistakes, adding that his government was committed to public goods.

Basketmouth Unprovoked is this Sunday November 26th

Popular Nigerian comedian, Basketmouth will be wrapping up his year long Unprovoked Tour on the 26th of November. You don’t want to miss it.

Labour Party Presidential candidate, Peter Obi felicitated with former President Goodluck Jonathan, on his 66th birthday, praising his commitment to democracy in the African continent.

The Federal Government of Nigeria is meticulously pursing its refinery rehabilitation deal with Saudi Arabia despite fears expressed by some analysts with industry knowledge.

Victor Osimhen tops Chelsea’s three-man shortlist ahead of the January transfer window

Chelsea have reportedly 'made Victor Osimhen a priority target' with the Napoli striker said to be open to joining them.

Nigerian singer, Harrysong has stated that people should stop taking dating advice on social media.

The National Executive Council of the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress on Wednesday night suspended the ongoing strike.

The Labour Party has described the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar’s merger proposal as a good proposal that should be considered.

NLC lists all its demands before strike can be called off

The Nigeria Labour Congress NLC and the Trade Union Congress TUC have listed some of the demands that need to be met for the ongoing indefinite strike to be called off.

The Central Bank of Nigeria has extended the validity of the old N200, N500 and N1,000 notes indefinitely.

University lecturers, ASUU reportedly joins nationwide strike declared by NLC, TUC

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has directed its members to join the nationwide strike declared by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria, starting from Monday midnight.

The Federal Government has called on the Nigeria Labour Congress (TUC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) to shelve their planned nationwide strike.

Trump plots mass detention and deportation of undocumented immigrants should he win 2024 US election

Former US President, Donald Trump is planning to carry out widespread expansion of his first administration’s hardline immigration policies if he is elected to a second term in 2024, according to a new report by The New York Times and CNN.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Governor Hope Uzodimma of the All Progressives Congress (APC) winner of the November 11, 2023 governorship election in the state.

Just in: N500/$1 Exchange Rate - Tinubu’s Govt. sends message to Nigerians

The Presidency has warned Nigerians who are hoarding foreign currencies to stop or get ready for losses.

"Two types of women you should never ever sleep with", Lady advises men

Nigerian lady advises men on two types of women they should never ever sleep with.

Agree with her?

Wednesday 8 November 2023

Nigerian culinary sensation Hilda Baci reacts as another chef breaks her Guinness World Record

Chef Hilda Baci has reacted to the recent revelation by the Guinness Book of World Records which revealed that her record for the longest cooking marathon has officially been broken by another chef.

Singer Timi Dakolo has shared his experience with a driver he employed in the past.

Omowunmi Aloba, the widow of 27-year-old deceased singer IleriOluwa Aloba alias Mohbad, told the Coroner Inquest sitting at Ikorodu on Tuesday that Mohbad had died long before he was declared dead due to past incidents of bullying, psychological trauma, and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency arrest.

Doctors reportedly amputate Mr Ibu's leg to keep him alive

A new statement from the family of actor John Okafor, aka Mr Ibu, disclosed that one of his legs has been amputated to keep him alive.

Anambra State governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has decried the increasing rate of idolatry in the South East, noting that it is disheartening, despite the proliferation of churches across the region.

Music industry figures Sam Larry and Naira Marley have been granted bail, each required to provide three sureties with a substantial sum of 20 million naira.

As part of their bail conditions, GoldmyneTV gathered that the court asked them to surrender their international passports and make weekly appearances at the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID).

Adding a unique warning, the magistrate overseeing the case sternly cautioned that any attempts to contact her directly would be recorded and potentially disclosed in open court proceedings.

The duo were arrested on their return to Nigeria after they were linked to the death of Mohbad.

Videos on social media had shown Larry physically assaulting the late Mobad, while other videos showed boys suspected to be under the orders of the Marley attacking the late rapper.