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Portable Alleges Conspiracy in Nollywood After Ibrahim Chatta’s AMVCA Loss Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, widely known as Portable, has alleged that there is a coordinated bias within the Nigerian entertainment industry targeting certain individuals. Speaking out after the 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), Portable claimed that veteran actor Ibrahim Chatta was unfairly denied the Best Lead Actor award. Chatta, who had been nominated for his performance in House of GAA, lost to Femi Adebayo for his role in Seven Doors. Notably, Adebayo’s co-star Chioma Chukwuka also clinched the Best Lead Actress title for the same film. In a video shared on Instagram, Portable expressed his disappointment, arguing that Chatta’s acting prowess merited the win. “There’s a conspiracy in the entertainment industry, even in Nollywood,” he said. “Despite Ibrahim Chatta’s outstanding performance, he was denied the award at the AMVCA. That’s the same way I was sideli...

WAEC student allegedly passes away after police open fire while chasing yahoo boys A tragic incident has been reported involving a student who was being escorted by his father to his WAEC exam center but sadly passed away after being hit by a stray bullet during a police chase. According to a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), an eyewitness claimed the police were pursuing suspected internet fraudsters (yahoo boys) along Old Ife Road when the stray bullet struck the student inside his father’s car. The witness initially expressed hope for the boy’s survival, writing: “Police just shot someone at Old Ife Road just now. They said they were chasing yahoo boys and a stray bullet hit a child in his dad’s car on the way to school to write WAEC. I hope the kid survives… Why would you shoot in the first place?” In a heartbreaking update, he later confirmed: “The boy died.” The post sparked widespread reactions, with many flooding the comment section to express anger, sorrow, and ...

Atiku camp offers Obi VP role in one-term deal. There are indications that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar may have offered the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi a vice president role in a joint single-term ticket. Reliable multiple sources involved in the coalition efforts, who requested anonymity due to a lack of authorisation to speak on the matter, told The PUNCH that the proposal was initially discussed during a meeting between Atiku and Obi early this year in the United Kingdom. The insiders disclosed that Atiku has committed to serving a single four-year term, and Obi has agreed to be the former VP’s running mate. However, the ex-Anambra state governor was said to be working to secure the backing of his core loyalists. In the 2019 presidential election, Obi served as Atiku’s running mate under the Peoples Democratic Party, where they lost to former President Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressives Congress. On March 20, Atiku, Obi, former Kadun...

I hid my wife and children in wardrobe and stepped forward, they shot at me but missed – Atiku. According to Tifemax News, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has recounted a chilling assassination attempt while delivering a keynote address at the American University of Nigeria (AUN) convocation ceremony for the graduating class of 2025. The elder statesman, who is also the founder of AUN, shared the experience as a lesson in courage and resilience. According to him, the attack took place in Kaduna State, where gunmen opened fire on him but missed. In a tense moment, he said he ensured the safety of his family before confronting the assailants. “I hid my wife and children in a wardrobe and stepped forward to confront the attackers. They shot at me but missed. I stood up and demanded, ‘Why did you fire?’ That’s what courage looks like,” Atiku said, drawing applause from the audience. The statement, both bold and reflective, underscored the tone of his address, which emphasi...

Get rid of VAR, says Rooney after FA Cup final Crystal Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson was at the centre of attention during Saturday’s FA Cup final against Manchester City. The England goalkeeper, who superbly kept out Omar Marmoush’s penalty by diving full stretch to his right among a string of fine saves, inspired the Eagles to a 1-0 win at Wembley. But should Palace number one have been on the pitch to make those vital interventions? City defender Josko Gvardiol played a long ball over the top for Erling Haaland to chase on to. Henderson hesitated before stretching out a hand outside the box to divert the ball away from the City striker. As occurs with every decision, the video assistant referee (VAR) checked the incident and allowed play to continue without any sanction. The explanation given was: “The direction in which Erling Haaland was going made it possible, but not [denying] an obvious goal scoring opportunity.” Former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney said...

AMVCA 2025 Awards: Full list of winners The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) were held in Lagos, Nigeria, on Saturday night at an event that attracted a galaxy of stars from across the continent. Below is the full list of winners at the 2025 AMVCA: Best Indigenous Language (West Africa) Seven Doors Lisabi: The Uprising WINNER (Adedimeji Lateef for Lisabi) Kaka Anikulapo: The Rise of the Spectre Mai Martaba Best Cinematography Agemo Inkabi Lisabi (The Uprising) Skeleton Coast Soft Love Advertisement The Legend of The Vagabond (Queen Of Lagos) WINNER (filmmaker Leo Purman) Yen Ara Asaase Ni Mai DùnDún – Ifeoluwa WINNER I Will Remember You On Your Own Walvis Tale Best Digital Content Creator Iyo Prosper Adokiye (WINNER) Maryam Apakagi-Greene Elozonam Ogbolu, Hoviare Freedom and Chiamaka Uzokwe Jide Pounds Ibitoye Ariyiikedimples and Brain Jotter Best Short Film Brukaci (WINNER) Sukari The Incredible Sensational Fiancée of Seyi Ajayi What Are You Truly Afraid Of? Bes...

An Older Woman Used To Take Me To Her Bedroom And Bathroom To Sleep With Me- Olamilekan Shoneye Yoruba movie actor Olamilekan Shoneye, also known as Papa Show, has revealed some of the encounters he had with an older woman that changed his orientation about relationships, while also stating how the woman's actions towards him made him do some bad things in school. According to the post that was shared on the official YouTube channel of Mtec TV during an interview, he made it known that when he was younger, an older woman always took him to her room to have an affair with him when his mother was not around. According to Olamilekan Shoneye, he said, "A few years ago, something happened to me because my dad wasn't always at home, and my mom wasn't always available too because she was a nurse. My mom usually keeps me and my younger sister at one aunty's place whenever she's going to work. The woman started doing strange things to me, and I didn't kn...