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Nigerian national murdered in Pune over dispute related to love affair | Pune News

Nigerian national murdered in Pune over dispute related to love affair | Pune News

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A Nigerian national was allegedly murdered at an apartment in the Pisoli area of Pune in the early hours of Monday. Police have identified the deceased as Emeka Christian (40). A first information report (FIR) of murder has been registered at the Kalepadal police station against three other Nigerian nationals. Deputy Commissioner of Police Rajkumar Shinde said the murder was a fallout of a dispute related to a love affair. According to the police, Emeka, along with a few other Nigerian nationals residing in Pune, had gone for dinner on Sunday night at the residence of a Nigerian woman, located in an apartment near the Dharmavat petrol pump in Pisoli. “A prima-facie probe has revealed that one of the accused was in love with the Nigerian woman and often visited her. It is suspected that the deceased Emeka asked the woman to stay away from this accused. It led to a dispute, following which Emeka was attacked by the accused persons around 3 am on Monday…,” said senior police inspector Mansing Patil of the Kalepadal …

Revolutionary rap: Nigerian star Falz has kept protest music alive

Revolutionary rap: Nigerian star Falz has kept protest music alive

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By Paul Onanuga, Federal University Oye Ekiti, Nigeria Revolutionary rap: Nigerian star Falz has kept protest music alive Oye Ekiti , Nigerian rapper, actor and social media star Falz released his sixth studio album, The Feast, in 2025. Few Nigerian popular musicians have shown as much versatility and staying power as the man behind the #ElloBae and #WehDoneSir social media trends. For over a decade now, Falz has been marrying musical skills and social activism with digital savvy and comedy. His rise to global prominence was solidified with his 2018 song This is Nigeria. But it began in 2014 with Marry Me off his debut album Wazup Guy. As a young artist known for his video skits, he created an online challenge ahead of releasing the song Ello Bae . In it he tries to romance a woman who appreciates him and his ambition, but is looking for a man with money. It remains a common hashtag when TikTokers post about love and money. In 2017 he released Wehdone Sir , a witty takedown of …

Would love to keep telling Nigerian stories, says Debutant director whose work is UK’s Oscar entry | Entertainment News

Would love to keep telling Nigerian stories, says Debutant director whose work is UK’s Oscar entry | Entertainment News

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When the UK selected Akinola Davies Jr-directed ‘My Father’s Shadow’ as its official entry for Best International Feature Film at the upcoming 98th Academy Awards, it came as a big surprise for him. As a British-Nigerian, Akinola believes that though there is a lot of difficult history since Britain had colonised Nigeria, “there are people in those places trying to move towards a better understanding of how our cultures are integrated with each other, and how we are interlinked in so many ways”. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO ‘My Father’s Shadow’, which premiered under Un Certain Regard, is a  semi-autobiographical story co-written by Akinola and his brother Wales Davies. The film follows a father and his two children in the Nigerian capital Lagos as they are shaken by political unrest in 1993. The film, which was the first Nigerian movie to be officially selected for Cannes, won the special mention for the Caméra d’Or. Akinola’s feature debut has also secured 12 nominations for the 2025 British Independent Film Awards (BIFAs). “When we made the film, the …

Nigerian Boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju Dies After Collapsing Mid-Bout

Nigerian Boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju Dies After Collapsing Mid-Bout

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A Nigerian professional boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun “Success” Olanrewaju tragically died after collapsing during a fight in Ghana, BBC reported. The former Nigerian and West African light-heavyweight champion, collapses onto the ropes in the third round- without taking a punch.  The 40-year-old boxer received first aid in the ring before being rushed to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead 30 minutes after arrival. According to the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA), Oluwasegun Olanrewaju stepped back and leaned against the ropes just seconds before the end of the third round, without taking a punch from his opponent. Sensing distress, the referee stopped the fight and called for the ringside physician, who, along with paramedics from the National Ambulance Service, attempted to resuscitate him. The GBA stated that Olanrewaju had been declared medically fit by the Nigeria Boxing Board Control (NBBC), which had sanctioned and approved the fight. However, the NBBC later told The Punch that it had not authorized the specific bout in which he passed away. According to reports, Olanrewaju was initially scheduled to fight on …

How a Nigerian student of politics is taking the Gujarat University floor with his music | Ahmedabad News

How a Nigerian student of politics is taking the Gujarat University floor with his music | Ahmedabad News

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Thousands of miles away from his home in Nigeria, a 22-year-old artist is carving his own space on the Gujarat University campus in Ahmedabad, where he is enrolled as a student. Daniel Jasper Emmanuel, better known by his stage name Amazing JP, is not just another university student chasing a degree; he’s a songwriter, singer, guitarist, and performing artist whose melodies are capturing hearts far from home. Emmanuel’s love for music was not always welcomed, as he was born into a family that prioritised academics over artistic pursuits. His journey began quietly in 2015 when he joined a teens’ band at his local church in Nigeria. It was here that he first discovered the magic of melodies, learning the foundations of music. But it wasn’t until 2018, when he got his first acoustic guitar, that his passion truly took flight. Self-taught through YouTube tutorials, he started composing original songs, pouring his emotions into lyrics that resonated with love, heartbreak, and self-acceptance. Story continues below this ad In Ahmedabad, despite the geographical and cultural distance, his …

65-year-old European man divorces wife to marry Nigerian TikTok girlfriend: ‘He’s gonna get robbed,’ says internet | Trending

65-year-old European man divorces wife to marry Nigerian TikTok girlfriend: ‘He’s gonna get robbed,’ says internet | Trending

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A European family is expressing deep concern as their 65-year-old relative plans to divorce his wife and move to Lagos, Nigeria, to marry a young woman he met on TikTok. The man, who has been in communication with the woman for over a year, has already sent substantial amounts of money to her for various reasons, including visa applications that have not materialised. The man met the woman on TikTok.(Representational Image/Pexel) A Reddit user, identifying as the man’s nephew, shared the family’s predicament: “It started a year ago. My uncle (65+, married) met a young girl (20-25) on TikTok, started chatting and fell in love… Since then, he sent a lot of money to her for numerous reasons.” Despite the family’s efforts to intervene, the uncle remains resolute in his decision, dismissing concerns about potential scams. “He doesn’t listen to anyone, doesn’t believe that it is a scam. My family is afraid that he will be robbed, tortured, or murdered there.” The situation has sparked a debate on Reddit, with users sharing their perspectives. One …

Nigerian man who spent 10 years on death row for stealing hens, eggs promised pardon | Trending

Nigerian man who spent 10 years on death row for stealing hens, eggs promised pardon | Trending

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A Nigerian man, Segun Olowookere, who had to spend the last 10 years on death row for stealing hens and eggs, has now been promised a pardon by Ademola Adeleke, the governor of Osun State in southwest Nigeria. Olowookere was just 17 years old in 2010 when he was arrested alongside an accomplice, Morakinyo Sunday. The duo were accused of attacking the homes of a police officer and another individual using a wooden gun and a sword. Despite their armed attempt, they managed to escape with only poultry, reported the BBC. In 2014, the State High Court sentenced both men to death by hanging.(Pexel) In 2014, Justice Jide Falola of the Osun State High Court sentenced both men to death by hanging after finding them guilty of breaking into the police officer’s house and stealing his belongings. Death sentence sparks outrage The verdict sparked widespread criticism across Nigeria, with many arguing the punishment was disproportionately harsh for the crime committed. Following their sentencing, Olowookere and Sunday were transferred to Lagos State’s Kirikiri maximum security prison, …

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29 Nigerian children may be sentenced to death for protesting against cost-of-living crisis | News Today News

29 Nigerian children may be sentenced to death for protesting against cost-of-living crisis | News Today News

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Twenty-nine children could be facing the death penalty in Nigeria after they were arraigned Friday for participating in a protest against the country’s record cost-of-living crisis. Four of them collapsed in court due to exhaustion before they could enter a plea. A total of 76 protesters were charged with 10 felony counts, including treason, destruction of property, public disturbance and mutiny, according to the charge sheet seen by The Associated Press. According to the charge sheet, the minors ranged in age from 14 to 17 years old. Frustration over the cost-of-living crisis has led to several mass protests in recent months. In August, at least 20 people were shot dead and hundreds more were arrested at a protest demanding better opportunities and jobs for young people. The death sentence was introduced in the 1970s in Nigeria, but there have been no executions in the country since 2016. Akintayo Balogun, a private lawyer based in Abuja, said the Child Rights Act does not allow any child to be subject to criminal proceedings and sentenced to death. …

Nora Fatehi collaborates with Nigerian sensation CKay for a new song

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Dancing diva and actress Nora Fatehi has collaborated with Nigerian singing sensation CKay for an upcoming new track.   Nora on Monday took to Instagram, where she shared a note, which read: “Up Next…Ckay X Nora Fatehi…Stay tuned” The upcoming new track promises to blend Nora`s unique style with CKay`s innovative sound, creating a fusion. The song is scheduled to be unveiled next week. CKay became a rage after his international hit single “Love Nwantiti”, also known as “Love Nwantiti (Ah Ah Ahh)” became an instant chartbuster. Earlier this month, Nora shared a BTS video of her iconic track ‘Manike’ from the film “Thank God” after it clocked its two successful years. She posted some throwback videos from her song sequence. In the first video, Nora was seen lip-syncing to the song. The second featured her and actor Sidharth Malhotra together while shooting the sequence. In another shot, the camera pans to Nora’s waist as she starts her memorable belly dancing to make the shot more breathtaking. She posted a caption that read: “2 years …