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Late Nigerian Singer, Mohbad’s Widow Files Legal Notice To Block Unauthorized Claims To Musician’s Estate

Omowunmi Cynthia Aloba, the widow of the late Afrobeats star Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has initiated legal action to block any unauthorized claims or control over the singer’s estate.

Aloba filed a formal notice at the Lagos State High Court, Ikeja, urging the Probate Registry to reject any application for Letters of Administration not submitted by the lawful beneficiaries.

According to a letter dated November 19, 2025 and submitted by the law firm Salawu, Akingbolu & Co., Mohbad’s widow confirmed that she had filed Form 5 and Form 6, both of which legally bar the issuance of Letters of Administration to any party other than those recognised by law.

The correspondence, signed by I. P. Awo (Esq.), further identifies Omowunmi as the legal wife of the deceased and the mother of his only surviving child, Master Liam Aloba.

She explained that public announcements supporting the legal move were placed in two national newspapers in November 2025, warning against any: “Surreptitious or fraudulent attempts to claim the estate without proper legal process.”

Her legal team stressed that the notice already sits in court records and remains binding until the estate is duly and lawfully administered.

They added that no irregular attempt to bypass the legal process would be entertained, especially: “Given that the deceased’s lawful wife and son are still alive.”

The move comes amid ongoing public interest in the late singer’s estate, following controversies surrounding his death and family disputes over his assets.

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‘Some Want To Use Competition To Wound Themselves’ – Actress Nkechi Blessing Decries Envy, Lack Of Genuine Support In Society

Actress Nkechi Blessing has voiced her frustration over the apparent lack of genuine support and the widespread envy she observes in today’s society.

In an Instagram post, she expressed concern that many people seem more interested in undermining others than in working together and achieving collective success.

She stressed the need for mutual uplift, noting that supporting others requires no hatred or jealousy.

“Some are collaborating and still winning, while some want to use competition to wound themselves, another set sit down for corner dey hit chest say another human being no go succeed.

“For this life, wey nothing dey inside? For this life wey you fit sleep no wake up? Why you come hold am so strong? No genuine support again, if you chop I chop na so d life go take sweet. It costs absolutely nothing to lift the next person without hate or envy”, she wrote in pidgin.

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It Feels Like Home – Nigerian Singer, Ayra Starr Confirms She Has Moved To New York (Video)

Sarah Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, the Nigerian music sensation, who is better known as Ayra Starr, has confirmed that she has relocated to New York City.

The singer shared the update during a video call with Buck n Regg, explaining that while she has always spent significant time in the city, the move is now formal.

“Um, like less than a, like less than two months… officially,”
Ayra Starr said, adding that she has always felt connected to New York.

“I’m a New Yorker in my spirit. I feel it. New York reminds me so much of Lagos… there’s lots of Nigerians here, a huge African diaspora, so it feels like home.”

The statement confirms that Ayra Starr is not only traveling frequently but has also made New York her base, reflecting the growing presence of Nigerian artists in international music hubs.

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I Want Nine Kids – BBNaija Star, Liquorose Reveals, Offers Fresh Glimpse Into Her Private Life

Roseline Omokhoa Afije, a former Big Brother Naija housemate, who is popularly known as Liquorose, has shared her vision for family life, highlighting aspirations that showcase her personal growth and openness.

In an interview on the Off the Top podcast with VJ Adams, on Tuesday, she said, “I want nine kids,” surprising fans with her candidness about future plans.

The conversation went beyond her public persona, offering fans a rare glimpse into her private life, her plans, and the next chapter of her career.

During the podcast, Liquorose reflected on her evolving views on marriage, maintaining that as a young woman, she imagined a quiet, private wedding.

“Growing up, I used to be that girl who could get married, and nobody would know.

“At one point, I thought… I want a two-week wedding. I want something loud because it’s going to be a lot. Liquorose is taken! Officially. I have to do that,” the 30-year-old actress admitted.

Her celebration plans are carefully thought out, as she revealed she wants to mark the end of singlehood with several days of festivities.

“I have to party for like five days before the wedding. Party as a single girl, just have fun. I want something loud,”
she explained.

She also emphasized the importance of a private moment reserved just for her and her partner.

“But I would have one celebration for myself that nobody will even have to see. It would just be me and whoever the person would be. Just me and him,”
she added.

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BREAKING: CBN Retains Interest Rate At 27%

The Monetary Policy Committee of the Central Bank of Nigeria has opted to keep the benchmark interest rate steady at 27 percent.

CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, announced the decision on Tuesday following the apex bank’s 303rd MPC meeting in Abuja.

Cardoso stated that the committee also resolved to keep all other monetary policy indicators unchanged.

He noted that the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) remains at 45 per cent for commercial banks and 16 per cent for merchant banks, while the 75 per cent CRR on non-TSA public sector deposits was equally maintained.

Cardoso added that the Liquidity Ratio was retained at 30 per cent, and the Standing Facilities Corridor was adjusted to +50/-450 basis points around the Monetary Policy Rate.

The decision comes as Nigeria records its seventh consecutive month of declining inflation, which eased to 16.05 per cent in September 2025.

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Why I Couldn’t Take Part In BBNaija 2025 – Chidimma Adetshina Opens Up (Video)

Chidimma Adetshina, former Miss Universe Nigeria, has revealed why she was unable to join the 2025 Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) reality show, despite previously expressing interest.

In August 2024, the beauty queen disclosed her intention to join this year’s BBNaija edition.

But she eventually missed out on the show, which wrapped up in October with Imisi emerging winner of the N80 million cash prize and a brand new SUV.

In a video shared via her X page, Adetshina revealed that her manager stopped her from joining BBNaija’s 10th edition because she was still Miss Universe Nigeria.

The beauty queen disclosed that she plans to participate in the 2026 BBNaija edition. She added that she enjoyed her stay in Nigeria and hopes to return soon.

“I really enjoyed my stay in Nigeria, and even now, like I said, once I get my documents sorted, I am going back. Nigeria was really great for me,”
she said.

“The eight months I spent there were amazing. I feel there is more to explore; there are so many opportunities in Nigeria.


“I also want to do Big Brother next year. I wanted to do it this year, but my manager said I couldn’t because I’m still Miss Universe Nigeria.”

In November 2024, Adetshina revealed plan to take a break from pageants to focus on her education, modeling, and acting career.

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You Will Regret Not Signing Me – Controversial Singer, Portable Tells Olamide

Portable, the controversial Nigerian singer has publicly called out rapper Olamide, claiming that the hitmaker will one day regret not signing him.

The hitmaker claimed that Olamide neglected him and would come to regret his decision not to sign him to his record label YBNL.

“You will regret not signing me. I believe in God, my phone, and sub. Any disappointment is a blessing, Zazuu, I am blessed internationally, I get fan base,”
he wrote.

“If you forget me my own God no go forget me God bless Skepta my Helper wey carry me from where them stop.

“When my time comes you no fit stop me.

“Olamide Bado go regret why him no sign me or carry me alongside again just because I fight for my own right.

“God of Zazuu is coming for you people too those who dey block my ways i believe i can fly star don’t beg to shine God Sent my Helper to me I international so I can be big more than them.”

“Love who love you Support those who support you them fit carry you a trabaye make them still dey hate on you because you no be mumu. If you spoil me for who love me you go die young.”

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I Had No Blueprint While Coming Up As An Artist, I Had To Build A Structure For Myself – Wizkid New Claim (Video)

Wizkid, the world-famous Nigerian singer, has stirred controversy after stating that he had no blueprint during his rise to fame, despite having launched his career under Banky W’s record label.

The Ojuelegba crooner made the statement in a snippet of his upcoming HBO documentary Long Live Lagos.

“There was no blueprint for me. I had to build a structure for myself,”
he claimed.

His comment sparked debate on social media, with many insisting that it not only downplayed Banky W’s impact on his career but also disrespected the great Nigerian musicians who paved the way for the new generation of artists.

Wizkid, however, admitted elsewhere in the documentary that Fela Kuti inspired him to pursue music.

“Fela Kuti was instrumental to why I believe I could really make music,”
he said.

Some of the reactions on X include:

Franko_Nero wrote: “I still vividly remember the day that Bankole [Banky W] announced on a show that he wants to introduce a boy wonder, a germ in the making. Today, this ungrateful child is claiming otherwise. If Banky knew that today would come, I am sure he would have chased him far away.”

Arhcent said: “This guy is erasing the role Banky W and EME played in his career. The person Banky picked from school into the studio is saying ‘I had to build a structure for myself.’ God sees all.”

Duke of Isoko wrote: “If he never built a structure, Banky probably wouldn’t have noticed him. This dude came out with his own style of music, dressing sense, etc., but I understand that English is a problem in this place.”

Sir Dickson opined: “People are debating this with reference to Banky’s impact in his life. There is no real context to that. I believe he was speaking about his style of music. He reinvented himself. Wiz has never denied Banky’s impact, nor can he. Let’s calm down.”

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I Am Not Shy, I’m Just Laid Back – Nigerian Rapper, Olamide Addresses Misconception (Video)

Olamide Baddo, the famous Nigerian rapper, has addressed the misconception that he is shy.

Speaking in a recent interview with Ada’s Room, Baddo explained that he isn’t shy but laid back.

“One thing I wish people could understood about me is I am not shy, I am just laid back,”he said.

The host asked: “What is the difference between shy and laid back?”

Olamide responded: “Shy is when you don’t have the confidence and the charisma to stand people or look them in the eye or have conversations with them.

“But being laid back is you just don’t want to be bothered. People think I am shy but I am not.”

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I Was Shocked – Nollywood Actress, Ariyiike Dimples Reveals Why She Stopped Going To Church For 3 Years (Video)

Ariyike Owolagba, a Nollywood actress and media personality popularly known as Ariyiike Dimples, has shared a frustrating experience that led her to stop attending church.

Ariyiike Dimples, in an interview on the ‘Open Up’ podcast,  said she had stopped going to church for three years after a church elder questioned her fashion sense.

The thespian said the elderly woman told her she would go to hell for wearing a pencil skirt to church.

According to her, the woman considered the dressing to be indecent.

Ariyiike Dimples, however, added that she is still a practising Christian despite quitting church.

She said, “In my community church, you see only elderly people. You barely see the young ones. The young ones have gone to other churches. It was too serious. Yes, you can have your doctrines, but there is a way you can simplify it for young people and take them in without judging them.

“The reason I stopped going to church was because I wore a pencil skirt to church and an elderly woman said I will go to hell fire. I was shocked and felt wrongly judged so I stopped going to church for 3 years. And thankfully, I was already out of my parents’ house.

“The woman reported me to my dad. I had to take picture of the skirt and send to my mum to prove that I wasn’t dressing indecently. But my dad believed in the ideology of a community raising a child. So, I chose to avoid the community church so that they won’t see me.”