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I’ve Never Fired Any Of My Worker In 10 Years – Yinka Ayefele

Popular musician and broadcaster, Yinka Ayefele has made a revelation.
According to him, he has never dismissed any of his employees since establishing Fresh 105.9 FM ten years ago.
Ayefele made this known on Wednesday during a press conference to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Fresh FM.
The music star, who owns the radio station, recounted how his journey to success began after a life-changing accident in 1997.
“I worked at Radio Nigeria, Ibadan, producing jingles. I used the money I earned to buy a Beetle car, and on my way to Abeokuta in 1997, I had a terrible accident. That incident changed my life completely,” he said.
He explained that Fresh FM started as a live-streaming project on Facebook, which became popular among fans abroad before evolving into a licensed radio station.
 
“I started live streaming on Facebook, and my fans outside Nigeria loved it. That gave me the idea to start a radio station to change the face of broadcasting,” Ayefele said.
The broadcaster also recalled how security agents once invaded his office demanding to see his broadcast licence.
 
“It took me seven years to get the licence. If other radio station owners were investigated like I was, many wouldn’t exist today,” he stated.
Speaking about his management approach, Ayefele said:
“I have never sacked anyone in the last 10 years. The only time I did something close was advising one person to resign.”
He also reflected on the 2018 incident when the late Governor Abiola Ajimobi ordered the demolition of his Music House.
 
“The demolition brought global attention. BBC and CNN called me. It turned out to be a blessing in disguise because Ajimobi later rebuilt the station,” he recalled.
Ayefele added that former President Goodluck Jonathan and his wife supported him in obtaining the station’s broadcast licence.
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Why Nigerian Musicians Charge High Fees For Performance – Bella Shmurda

Singer, Bella Shmurda, has revealed why Nigerian artistes charge high fees for performances.
According to him, the reason is because of the high fees musicians spend on expenditures.
Speaking in a recent interview with Naija FM Lagos, Bella Shmurda explained that musicians pay a lot of people who work with them behind the scene from their performance fees.
He also cited high cost of music production and promotion as well as expensive lifestyles as parts of the reasons.
 
“Speaking from the perspectives of an artiste, making music is expensive. I don’t repeat clothes because I’m a public figure. I spent $100,000 to pay producers, songwriters and engineers that worked on my album. That’s over N100 million. Not to mention music videos and promotion costs. That’s a lot.
 
“So, I go for a show, I would charge what would equate my investments. Even if I don’t make profit, I should a least be able to recover the cost of production. So, we are not overcharging. If you look at it from our own perspective, you will agree that we are not overcharging,” he explained.
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After Spending $15K On VDM, I Didn’t Get One Single Customer – Chinese Man Fumes

Chinese businessman, Ross Boss has slammed Verydarkman, claiming he didn’t get even one customer from him.
This is coming after Verydarkman accused him of scam.
According to the Chinese man, he didn’t sell a single item despite the activists large social media following.
Reacting to Verydarkman’s allegation, Ross Boss challenged anyone who claims he had scammed them to come forward with evidence.
He expressed willingness to pay back the person, and would sponsor the individual’s flight to China.
According to him he is willing and ready to report himself to the police and be jailed for 3 years.
Ross Boss expressed outrage at having paid thousands of dollars for Verydarkman’s influence, and getting no customer.
See reactions below:
@powerchibueze said: “omooo this OYIB0 get evidence pass VDM😃. from today i hereby renounce that i m no longer ratel”
@dokitawaa remarked: “It hurts to say this, but the truth is the youth are not ready to be the leaders we claim to be — the leaders of tomorrow. At this rate, we are not ready, because our greed is even greater than that of the government we constantly blame”
Watch him speak below
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I Haven’t Had S£x In Over 3 Years – Khloe Kardashian

Reality star, Khloe Kardashian has revealed that she has not had s3x in over three years.
She stated this while opening up about her s3x life during the season 7 premiere of The Kardashians.
the mom-of-two gave a candid response when she learned about Julia Fox’s celibacy.
Simon Huck, who created Lemme with Khloé’s sister Kourtney, was telling Khloé about the brand’s upcoming campaign with Fox, who “has not had s£x in four years,” he said. “This gummy is all about self-pleasure, too. So it’s not just about partner pleasure.” 
“I haven’t had s£x in over three years,” Khloé, 40, then confessed, to which Huck replied,“This gummy is perfect for you.” 
He couldn’t hide his shock at her confession, though, as he pressed for details.”You’re really not dating anyone, Khlo? There’s no one on your roster?” 
“Nope,” she said, and then he asked if there was anyone she’s “DMing,” which she also denied.
 
“No. Not anyone I’m texting. I don’t have any person’s phone number,” Khloe said.
Khloe’s best friend Malika Haqq noted that Huck was in “disbelief” at the revelation, especially when Khloé said, “I don’t even have nud£s.” 
In a confessional, producers asked Kourtney, 46, what she thought about Khloé opting to stay single.
“I think while you have young kids, if there’s no one worth your time, focus on your kids,” Kourtney said, approving of her sister’s decision.
Kim, on the other hand, tried to get Khloé out there, producers noted, to which Kourtney said, “No, f** that.” 
Khloé has been open about her desire to stay single while her kids — daughter True, 7, and son Tatum, 3, who she shares with ex Tristan Thompson — are young.
“My kids are…my top priority,” she said during a January episode of her podcast, Khloé in Wonder Land. “And I don’t care about dating. I don’t know what will happen in a couple years or next year, I don’t know, but I’m not dating. I don’t care to.” 
“My focus is on just my kids,” she continued. “To me, I think it’s the smartest thing.” 
She and Thompson dated on and off from 2016 to 2021, and, prior to that, she was married to Lamar Odom from 2009 to 2016. The Good American founder has not been linked to anyone romantically since her split from Thompson.
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I Take Bold Decisions, Heaven Won’t Fall – Wike Declares

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, on Thursday declared that he has the “political will” to take bold decisions as a leader.

Wike recalled taking a decision against the Nigeria Police Force, saying heaven did “not fall”.

Recounting how he stopped the police from constructing some buildings under high tension cable in Abuja, Wike said “heaven has been at rest” since he took the decision.

Wike spoke while delivering his keynote address at the 2025 Innovate Africa Conference in Abuja.

Speaking on the theme, ‘Reimagining Africa’s leadership and Investment’, Wike said it’s difficult for leaders to take very difficult decisions.

He said: “I have been confronted with leadership, when a leader cannot take decisions at challenging times, then that should not be leadership.

“But leadership has been provided by taking a decision and that made this money to be available from the federal to the states. What the states do with that money is not a concern of those that leadership is given to.

“For me, giving me the responsibility as the Minister of Federal Capital Territory, I have that political will without any apologies to anybody to make sure that Abuja competes with other cities of the world.

“I have taken the decision that so many people thought why would he do this? Can he stand this?

“Three days ago, I was informed that the police was constructing houses under the high tension and the Development Control went there to say you cannot do this.

“I will go there by myself and I will not allow it to happen and I went there and I saw the high tension and I said look, ‘we must say that under my leadership this will not be allowed.’

“And I told the Development Control, bring down the buildings, heaven will not fall, heaven will be at rest. And as I speak to you, heaven is at rest. That is leadership. It does not matter who is involved. It is leadership.

“People come to us, you know that things are wrong, what you are doing is wrong. It has nothing to do with the political party you belong to.”

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I Do Not Repeat Clothes Because I Am A Public Figure — Nigerian Singer, Bella Shmurda Says (Video)

Singer Bella Shmurda has justified his high performance fees, revealing that he invested $100,000 in producers, songwriters, and engineers for his upcoming album Sanity, set to be released on October 3, 2025.

In an interview on Naija FM Lagos, he spoke about the financial demands of maintaining a public image, including not repeating outfits, and criticised the high cost of promotion in the music industry, citing radio airplay fees he claimed can exceed N100 million.

“I do not repeat clothes because I am a public figure. I spent 100,000 dollars to pay producers, songwriters and engineers that worked on my album. That is why we charge a lot for shows,” Bella said during the podcast.

His remarks have triggered mixed reactions from fans and promoters. Some praised his business understanding, while others questioned whether the pricing is justified.

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EFCC Arrests 792 Suspects In Investment, Crypto Fraud Crackdown

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced the arrest of 792 suspects linked to investment and cryptocurrency-related fraud.

The Commission’s Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, represented by the Director of Public Affairs, Wilson Uwujaren, announced this on Thursday in Abuja during a press briefing to commemorate his second anniversary in office.

Olukoyede said the syndicate included 192 foreign nationals who were arrested alongside their Nigerian counterparts and prosecuted for cyberterrorism and cryptocurrency fraud.

“Another notable arrest and prosecution was the case of 792 investment and cryptocurrency fraud suspects apprehended in a sting operation in Lagos in December 2024. The syndicate included 192 foreigners, who have since been prosecuted for cyber-terrorism and cryptocurrency fraud and deported,” he stated.

He stressed that the development sends a strong message that Nigeria will not serve as a haven for international cybercriminals.

“This development conveys the message that Nigeria will not tolerate foreigners turning it into a safe haven for cybercrimes,” he added.

According to data released by the EFCC, the agency received 19,318 petitions, carried out 29,240 investigations, filed 10,525 cases in court, and secured 7,503 convictions between October 2023 and September 2025.

Olukoyede noted that these figures reflect the commission’s intensified focus on complex financial crimes, including cyberfraud, investment scams, and money laundering.

The EFCC chairman also revealed that the Commission secured the forfeiture of 1,502 real estate assets in two years, comprising 402 in 2023, 975 in 2024, and 125 so far in 2025.

He highlighted two major forfeited properties: 753 duplex units in Lokongoma, Abuja, and Nok University, which has since been renamed Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, Kaduna State.

“The total forfeited real estate assets in two years is 1,502 properties, comprising 402 in 2023, 975 in 2024, and 125 so far this year. The recovered property includes two notable landmarks: the final forfeiture of 753 units of duplexes in Lokogoma, Abuja, and the forfeiture of Nok University, now Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, Kaduna State,“ he said.

Olukoyede further disclosed that the commission recovered ₦566.3 billion and several foreign currencies within the two years.

“Under my watch, the Commission recovered ₦566,319,820,343.40, $411,566,192.32, £71,306.25, €182,877.10, CAD $5,510.00, AUD $740.00, ¥89,859.00, ₹1,300.00, CFA 8,381,375.00, AED 70.00, SAR 310,265.00, GH₵ 225.00, R 50.00 and ₩73,000.00,” he said.

He stressed that the EFCC remains committed to combating cyber-enabled crimes and recovering stolen assets to strengthen public trust and restore integrity to Nigeria’s financial system.

Over the past three years, Nigeria has witnessed a surge in investment and cryptocurrency-related fraud, with victims losing billions of naira to online trading schemes and digital asset scams.

Many of these schemes, often disguised as legitimate investment platforms, promise unrealistic returns and leverage social media to attract unsuspecting Nigerians.

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Regina Daniels Missing? – No one knows her whereabouts, her children are looking for her – Kemi Olunloyo

Popular journalist Dr Kemi Olunloyo has caused a stir online after making new claims about Nollywood actress Regina Daniels during a live session on social media.

Olunloyo alleged that she had communicated with the actress’s husband, Ned Nwoko, and suggested that what people see online is “only 10 percent” of the real situation.

Olunloyo Raises Concern Over Daniels’ Wellbeing

“I’ve spoken to Ned today and I’m reading his chat right here. What is going on with Regina on social media is even 10% of what’s going on,” she stated during the session.

 

She further alleged that Regina Daniels had declined to seek professional help despite growing concerns about her health.

“She doesn’t think she has a drug problem and that’s where the problem starts. That was how it started with Whitney and many celebrities that are dead today,” Olunloyo added.

Actress Reportedly Missing for Days

Continuing, Olunloyo claimed that the actress had been unreachable for several days. “The children can’t find her. It’s three days now, they don’t know where she is. They are with the nannies,” she said.

 

She went on to allege that Daniels had already lost temporary custody of her children in the United States.

According to her, “Because she has a husband and nannies, they’re probably with them. But she won’t be able to have custody of those children.”

The journalist expressed concern that the actress “could harm herself” if not found soon.

Public Reaction and Silence from Regina Daniels

Her remarks have sparked widespread debate online, with many Nigerians urging caution and fact-checking before spreading unverified information.

As of press time, neither Regina Daniels nor her representatives have addressed Olunloyo’s allegations, and no official statement has been issued by authorities.

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Niger Tanker Explosion: No Nigerian Should Die Trying To Live – Peter Obi

Former Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has stated that no Nigerian should lose their life while struggling to survive.

Obi was reacting to a tanker explosion that claimed many lives in Niger State, in a post on his verified X handle on Wednesday.

Recall that At least 30 people allegedly lost their lives and around 40 sustained various degrees of injuries in the explosion that occurred Tuesday morning in Essan and Badeggi communities.

Obi said, “I just read the report of yet another mishap in Niger State yesterday, where no fewer than 30 people reportedly lost their lives and about 40 others sustained varying degrees of injury in a tragic tanker explosion that occurred along the Bida–Agaie Road in Katcha Local Government Area of the state.

“I extend my deepest condolences to the families who lost loved ones, to the affected communities, and to the government of Niger State. It is both sad and painful that poverty continues to drive our people into situations where they must dangerously risk their lives to survive. Even more heartbreaking is that tragedies like this occur almost daily across our nation.

“The loss of Nigerian lives has become so frequent that it is often met with silence and indifference from those in authority. We cannot continue this way. I appeal once again that we, the leaders, must show greater empathy, compassion, and a deep sense of responsibility.

“We must remain committed to building a nation that truly values its people—where every life is treated with dignity. These recurring tragedies should awaken us to our collective responsibility to build a Nigeria where no one has to die simply trying to live.

“May the souls of all who lost their lives rest in peace, and may their families find comfort and strength,” he wrote.

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DJ Cuppy Reflects On ‘Tough Reality Check’ After Temi Otedola’s Lavish Wedding

Nigerian disc jockey and billionaire heiress Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has reflected on her return to London after attending her sister Temi Otedola’s wedding to Afrobeats singer Mr Eazi.

In a video circulating online, DJ Cuppy spoke about the challenges of transitioning back to normal life after the excitement of her sister’s wedding.

“So I’m back in London. It has been a tough reality check, going back to normal life from Temi’s wedding, take me back to Iceland,” she said.

DJ Cuppy’s comment follows the recent wedding ceremony of her younger sister, Temi Otedola, and Mr Eazi.

The event took place across three countries, including Monaco, Dubai, and Iceland.

The white wedding, which took place in Iceland, featured a performance by American singer John Legend and was published in Vogue magazine.

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