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Finland arrests Simon Ekpa and four others

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  Ekpa Simon Njoku, generally known as Simon Ekpa, is a Finnish politician and Biafran political activist. In 2022, while in Finland, he declared the activation of the Biafra Government In Exile, and in 2023 declared  himself the leader of the Biafra Republic Government in Exile. Simon Ekpa and 4 others have been arrested in Finland, Europe.  The Finnish police say they are thinking that Mr Ekpa “has contributed to violence and crimes against civilians in South-eastern Nigeria.” The report said discussion for possible imprisonment of the pro-Biafra agitator would be discussed on Thursday 21st November 2024 (today), in the District Court of Päijät-Häme. If you remember Simon Ekpa was arrested last year in Finland but then later released, the Nigerian Government have been seeking for his extradition since that occurred, Ekpa has been causing unrest in South East Nigeria. His arrest has come ahead of their 3rd of December declarations for him and  his followers to decla...

Mc Oluomo is sacked

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  Appeal Court Sacks MC Oluomo  Oluomo has been having some tussles with the Lagos NURTW for some time The emergence of Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, as the National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has been invalidated by the Court of Appeal. The ruling of the Appeal Court also affirmed Tajudeen Baruwa as the re-elected NURTW president.   Recalls the Southwest Zone of the NURTW had last week, elected MC Oluomo as the new National President. Court paper make available to some journalists.   The ruling was delivered by the trio of Justice Hamma Akawu  Barka , Justice Nnamdi Okwy Dimgba and Justice Asmau Ojuolape Akanbi.

Son of Nigeria's Jazz legends Tunde and Fran Kuboye Tumida Kuboye gets nominated for Grammy Awards

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  Baba Kuboye has been nominated for a Grammy® for his Contribution to The Fury, a Contemporary Blues Album   The participation of Baba Kuboye in Antonio Vergara’s acclaimed album The Fury has been recognized with a nomination for the 2024 Grammy® in the category of Best Contemporary Blues Album. This nomination marks a significant milestone in Baba’s career, who played a key role in the creation of a project that not only celebrates the roots of blues but takes them to new heights with its fusion of traditional and modern sounds. The Fury, released on August 29, 2024, features 13 tracks that explore the richness of contemporary blues while incorporating innovation from artists around the world. With contributions from several international collaborators, the album stands out for its musical diversity and the impressive quality of its compositions. Baba was a part of this groundbreaking project, adding a unique layer of emotion and authenticity. A Key Contribution to The Fury ...

Socialite and Social Media Influencer Akadisky is dead

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The  Social media influencer Engr Taye Dolu Aka aka Old school daddy is dead. Akadisky passed on Sunday night 11th November 2024 and has been  buried the following day according to his son Mhiz.  Engr. Aka was popular around the world amongst Nigerians for his no-nonsense attitude. A lot of tributes have been coming in globally. Engr. Aka is also a promoter he promoted many musicians including King Sunny Ade and was a friend to King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall, Wasiu made a song for him called “ Wa fi Hip-hop Jo Jo mi Engr Taye Dolu Aka” Aka also helped Fuji musician Adewale Ayaba to be known to the public. Akadisky was living in London for so many years before moving back to Nigeria, while he was in London he worked briefly with  Naija Fm before setting up his own online radio called “Disky Fm” a friend of Aka a London based a social media influencer Akogun Tunde Omololu popular known as David Hamilton Voice says Akadisky will be missed and he was a nice, outspoken and jo...