Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has clarified that her invitation to Senate President Godswill Akpabio and other lawmakers for project inaugurations in Kogi State was in line with legislative protocol.
On Thursday, the senator extended the invitation to Akpabio and her colleagues to attend the project commissioning in her constituency, barely two months after she was reinstated from suspension.
Marking her second year in office this week, Akpoti-Uduaghan said she followed the proper parliamentary channel by sending her invitation through the presiding officer, in line with Senate procedure, and requested that the letter be officially read on the floor.
“Today, as is customary for announcements of such nature, I wrote a letter to the Senate through the presiding officer to the Senate President to read on the floor,” she said in a statement.
“I put out the invitation so it wouldn’t seem like I was celebrating in isolation. I’m a progressive person. Even with ongoing court cases, I continue to carry out my duties in the chamber and follow proper procedures.”
The senator said her decision demonstrated a commitment to due process and respect for institutional norms, stressing that the celebration of her achievements and project inaugurations was centered on public service rather than personal recognition.
Social media has been abuzz following viral reports that Tanzanian singer Juma Jux’s luxury boutique was set on fire amid political unrest in the country.
However, his wife, Priscilla Ojo, has now come out to set the record straight.
Reacting to the viral claims, Priscilla debunked the news that the store was burnt down, clarifying that it was instead looted amid the chaos following Tanzania’s tense presidential election.
No further comment or explanation was given by Juma or Priscilla.
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Nigerian disc jockey Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has expressed admiration for her elder sister, Tolani Otedola.
In a post on X, the music producer described Tolani as one of the most low-key members of their family.
She said that her quiet nature carries a powerful presence.
Cuppy revealed that her sister’s strength is subtle but impactful, showing that true influence does not require loud display.
She wrote: “My sister @shesTolani might be the most “lowkey” in our family, but in reality her quiet strength speaks volumes. Iykyk.
“She reminds me that real power doesn’t need to shout up and down to be felt 🫶🏾”
Tolani Otedola, born on April 21, 1986, in Lagos, is the eldest daughter of Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola and his former partner Olayinka Odukoya.
She is a half-sister to DJ Cuppy and Temi Otedola, sharing the same father but having a different mother.
Tolani studied psychology at the University of St Andrews in Scotland and has pursued a career in music as a singer-songwriter.
Her works include singles such as Tenderoni featuring Skales and Ba Mi Lo featuring Reekado Banks.
Tolani hosted a musical showcase in Lagos in 2017 to mark her return to the Nigerian music scene.
She is known for her quiet demeanour, which contrasts with the public lives of her younger siblings.
Popular Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has disclosed that he is still battling sickle cell disease.
He made this known in a video of his latest interview shared on social media.
Sharing his experiences, the 38-year-old musician said, “I still have crises.”
While lamenting the pain caused by the disease, Adekunle Gold disclosed that he has been on lifelong medication since he was five years old.
Advising the public on the importance of genotype testing, he noted: “My vision is to make more noise about it because a lot of people don’t know about it, and the important organisations are not making so much moves regarding it”.
“Where sickle cell is more popular or where people know it most is my country Nigeria. And it happens when an SS matches an SS. And that’s why knowing your genotype is very important because the point is you should not bring many more kids that have sickle cell.
“Unfortunately for me, my parents are sickle cell and they brought me to the world. The first time I ever heard of sickle cell was I would fall sick every time with my joints paining me. So when we talk about crisis, it is pains on your joints, my legs and sometimes stomach. It’s really crazy.
“The first time I noticed that I had it was the night I fell sick and my dad wasn’t home and my mum put me on her back and we walked miles to the hospital. I don’t remember how old I was, maybe like 5 or 7. That was when the doctor told me about it, and they told me that I will be taking folic acid and B complex for the rest of my life. And that’s my life for a very long time even till now.
“I still have crises once in a while but not as bad as I had it when I was a child, you know maybe because I have found a way to take care of myself more properly. And I’m grateful to God for the resources to be able to do that.”
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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced that the Super Eagles will commence training for the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs on Sunday, November 9, in Rabat.
Head coach Eric Chelle is expected to release his squad list for the mini-tournament next week.
Nigeria will take on Gabon’s Panthers in the first semi-final on Thursday, 13 November.
The winners will face either Cameroon or the Democratic Republic of Congo in the final.
CAF will stage a draw on Thursday (today) to determine match venues of both games.
The El Barid Stadium and the Prince Moulay El Hassan Sports Complex both in Rabat have been lined up to host the games.
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