NBA demands N5 billion for slain lawyer’s family, to monitor trial

NBA demands N5 billion for slain lawyer's family, to monitor trial

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has demanded a whopping N5 billion as compensation to murdered lawyer  Mrs. Bolanle Raheem’s family.

The Association has also said that it will be monitoring the trial of Assistant Superintendent, Drambi Vandi, who allegedly shot and killed Mrs. Raheem in Lagos on Christmas Day.
In a statement signed by the branch member and rights activist of NBA Lagos, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa (SAN), he disclosed that he was appointed to lead the monitoring team.
The statement read: “The NBA Lagos in conjunction with the NBA President, Mr. Y.C. Mikyau, SAN, has decided to be part of the prosecution of the policeman as part of its efforts towards securing quick and effective justice for the family of the deceased.
“In this regard, the NBA will be partnering with the Ministry of Justice during the trial.
“Mr. Adegboruwa has in turn obtained relevant briefing from the Hon. Attorney-General of Lagos State and has secured the assurances of an accelerated prosecution once the case file is received from the police.
“The NBA is also seeking monetary compensation for the family of Mrs. Raheem from the government of Lagos State, the Federal Government, and indeed the Nigeria Police Force and the Police Service Commission, through its Human Rights Committee.
 

Eniola Badmus speaks amidst rift with Davido and family

Eniola Badmus speaks amidst rift with Davido and family

Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus has made her first post amidst her rift with her best friend, Davido, and the Adeleke family.

In the early hours of yesterday, it was discovered that Nigerian artist Davido has unfollowed his childhood best friend Eniola Badmus. A few hours later, the sister and cousin of Davido also unfollowed Eniola Budmus on Instagram.
A lot of social media users were of the opinion that Davido and some members of the family unfollowed Eniola Badmus for being the first to break the news of Ifenyi’s death and also monetize the incident on her YouTube page.
Amidst the alleged rift between Adeleke and Eniola Badmus, the actress has made her first post on Instagram. She wrote;
“It’s been a challenging year for us Nigerians, no other thanks to the harsh economy which unfortunately still impacts our basic livelihood.
Nonetheless, we still need to find a way to show love and impact the next person during this season because you never can tell.
“As a tradition for me in the past 5 years, and with kind support from my favorite brands, we would visit a good number of less privileged homes on the mainland and island to show love,”
 

“This is how it should be; May zukwanuike!” – Yul Edochie reacts to him and Judy Austin being photoshopped into family photo shared by May

"This is how it should be; May zukwanuike!" – Yul Edochie reacts to him and Judy Austin being photoshopped into family photo shared by May

Veteran Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie expresses happiness after he and his second wife were photoshopped into a family photo that was shared by his first wife, May Yul-Edochie.
It would be recalled that May Edochie had shared a beautiful family photo of she and her kids on Christmas day with her husband noticably absent.

A concerned fan had taken the trouble to photoshop the actor and his second wife, Judy Austin into the family photo.
The photo was shared on Instagram by a netizen identified as @officialsarahmartin who added that that is how the family is meant to be.

Yul Edochie took to the comment section to concur with the netizen; he added that everyone would be living in peace if they all got together.
He wrote:
“Yes oo Sarah. As it should be. Beautiful family. Blessed man with blessed family. Everybody will be living in peace, love and jolly. May Zukwanuike.”
See their exchanges below:

Davido and Chioma join family to celebrate Christmas (Video)

Davido and Chioma join family to celebrate Christmas (Video)

Davido and Chioma join family to celebrate Christmas (Video)

Superstar Afrobeat singer, Davido Adeleke, and his wife, Chioma Rowland, are spotted in the company of family ahead of the Christmas celebration.

davido chioma rowland

This comes after the singer made his first show appearance at the 2022 FIFA World Cup closing event after weeks of mourning the loss of his son, Ifeanyi Adeleke Jnr.
A video making rounds on social media captured the singer with Chioma amidst the company of her inlaws in preparing for Christmas.
Davido who is known to be fond of children was spotted having a playtime with one of his nephews, while his wife chatted with another family member.

Davido and Chioma join family to celebrate Christmas (Video)

The video, however, stirred emotional reactions from fans who expressed heartfelt concern for the couple.
“Oh Ify would have been jumping everywhere full of excitement. Devil no like good thing. Jesus complete their joy and restore all they have lost,” a social media user wrote.
Another added, “Davido’s natural love for kids show everywhere he goes as long as kids are around. 😍😍.”
Watch the video below …

“A masterpiece” — Iyabo Ojo praised over outfit with ‘150’ photos of her and family on it

"A Masterpiece" - Fan reacts to Iyabo Ojo's outfit with '150' photos of her and family on it

Fans of the beautiful Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo cannot stop gushing over one of her birthday fits which has been described as a “masterpiece”.

Iyabo

The mother-of-2 turned 45 yesterday and dazzled in photos shared via her Instagram page. However, fans could not but notice a ball dress with several faces on it.
According to Iyabo’s caption, her friend, a top Lagos Designer, Toyin Lawani surprised her with the thoughtful gift for her birthday. It’s a dress that carried the faces of the actress’ late mother, as well as her children.
Iyabo wrote on Instagram:
“I left the best for the last… @tiannahsplacempire surprised me by making a dress with my late darling mom’s picture and my wonderful children to mark this wonderful day of my life ….. 150 pictures of me on this dress…… Nooooo this is a masterpiece”
See post below;

See some reactions below;

“Too clean” – Fans gush over adorable photos of Sheggz and family

"Too clean" - Fans gush over adorable photos of Sheggz and family

Ex-Big Brother Naija housemate, Sheggz, has excited his fans after rolling out beautiful photos of his family members.
The photos showed his beautiful mother, his sister and his two brothers. Netizens gushed over their beauty and class.

Recall, while in the house, Sheggz frequently spoke about his family. Although he did not share intimate details about them, viewers could deduce that he came from a well-to-do family.
Reacting to his family photos, @excellent.omeke wrote: “This is soft life family ❣️.”
@glorianyambee said: “So cute.”

@Mabinty8535 said: “They are so cute ❤️❤️❤️.”
@puchueg_somah reacted: “Happy family. They are obviously a rich family. Everybody just dey shine.”

@mbang672 wrote: “Too clean❤️❤️❤️.”
@busolahelen added: “They are so beautiful.”

“I’m part of your family now”

"I'm part of your family now"

Nigerian disc jockey and billionaire daughter, Florence Otedola, has gushed over being part of her fiance, Ryan Taylor’s family.
The excited singer shared rare photos with her fiance’s family and expressed her excitement to become a part of the clan.

The photos showed their happy moments together after she visited the team. She further added in her caption that she is part of his family now.
“Hi 👋🏽 My name is Cuppy and I am part of your family now”, she said.

Reacting to the post, @olawalesgram wrote: “On the contrary, they are part of yours now. No way we your online extended family members are allowing you let go of our family name. Neverrr o.”
Hassan_dgenuis wrote: “Shey na Congratulations we go type or God when? 😍😂.”

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“You were so good to outsiders but your own home was in shambles” – Deceased man’s family berates him in funeral brochure

"You were so good to outsiders but your own home was in shambles" – Deceased man's family berates him in funeral brochure

Family of a deceased man didn’t mince words in expressing their disapproval of him in his funeral brochure as he was buried in Ohafia, Abia state.
His bereaved family made it clear that their father, Chief Gabriel Osonwa Kalu, alias Ete Ossy wasn’t an exemplary father.

His children revealed that they regretted having him as their father while growing up, but are there at his funeral to perform the necessary rites of burial.
An excerpt from the tribute written in honor of the deceased man read:
“It is true nobody is truly perfect, but Ete Ossy, you left us with no single legacy as your children. Indeed you were so good to outsiders but your own home was a total shamble. As a growing child, I regretted having you as a father, but today, look at me, standing to lay you down to rest.”

Family of single mother who died at Asake’s concept breaks silence

Family of single mother who died at Asake's concept breaks silence

Family of single mother who died at Asake's concept breaks silence

The family of the single mother who died following the incident t Asake’s concert, Rebecca Ikumelo has finally broken their silence.

It would be recalled that some fans were stabbed while others suffered a stampede at the concert of Asake in London. Rebecca Ikumelo was one of the fans who got injured following the incident. However, she could not hold on as she passed on in the early hours of yesterday.
In a statement released by the family of Rebecca also a single mother of two, she was eulogized and described as an adorable mother who loved working with kids.
The statement reads;
“Rebecca was a graduate of nursing. She was an adorable mother of two children who loved working with kids. ‘She was well respected in the family for her care, kindness, and love. Her parents call her Tosin (short for Oluwatosin) meaning “Lord is Worthy”

Family of rich businessman clashes over his wealth as he battles for life in sickbed (Video)

Family of rich businessman clashes over his wealth as he battles for life in sickbed (Video)

Family of Ghanaian business magnate, Asoma Banda, has been captured on camera clashing over his wealth as he lies in a hospital bed, battling for his life.
It was learned from Ghanaian news outlets that the businessman’s second wife had reportedly restricted others from having access to him.

The first wife and her children as well as the tycoon’s other family members had charged into the military hospital to take him out of there, but they were prevented.
Viral video making the rounds online captures the family members exchanging words right in front of the sick tycoon who lay in bed staring helpless at them.
Watch the video below: