Ex-Gov. of Abia State Orji Kalu loses wife

Ex-Gov. of Abia State Orji Kalu loses wife

Ex-Gov. of Abia State Orji Kalu loses wife

Senator Orji Kalu, the former Governor of Abia State, shares the sad news of the death of his first wife, Mrs. Ifeoma Kalu, at the age of 61.

Ex-Gov. of Abia State Orji Kalu loses wife

On his official social media page, the former governor and Chief Whip of the Senate posted a message expressing his grief and describing Ifeoma as a woman of integrity who devoted herself to serving God and humanity. During this challenging period, Orji Kalu appealed to the public to keep Mrs. Ifeoma and her family in their prayers. “With a heavy heart and pain, we announce the passing on to the eternal glory of Mrs Ifeoma Ada Kalu aged 61. “She was a woman of virtue who was committed to the service of God and humanity. A memorial service in her honour is scheduled to hold in the United States of America,” he wrote.

Yul Edochie reportedly loses first son

Yul Edochie reportedly loses first son

Ace Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie loses his first son, Kambilichukwu Edochie after he was rushed to the hospital for falling unconscious. Yul Edochie According to Vanguard, a source who had spoken to them on the condition of anonymity revealed that Yul has confirmed Kambilichukwu’s death at the time this report was filed. May Edochie’s sister who was at the scene said the boy read throughout the night preparing for his exam today, 30th of March. After his exam in school, he joined his mates to play football and that’s when he developed a seizure and was rushed to Mother and Child Hospital. All efforts by the doctors to resuscitate him were futile. The family of the deceased is yet to issue an official statement, but GistReel will keep you posted as more details unfold.

Funke Akindele loses polling unit

Lagos Guber: Funke Akindele loses polling unit

Lagos Guber: Funke Akindele loses polling unit

Funke Akindele, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) deputy governorship candidate, was defeated at her polling unit by the incumbent governor and candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Babajide Sanwo-Olu, during the voting process that took place on Saturday, March 18, 2023.

Lagos Guber: Funke Akindele loses polling unit

At Funke Akindele polling unit in Ita Aro Square, Àga/Ijimu ward in Ikorodu, Akindele received 19 votes, while Sanwo-Olu received 77 votes. Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the Labour Party governorship candidate, received three votes, and Funsho Doherty of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) received two votes. So far, Sanwo is leading the polls after winning more polling units, including that of the Labour Party’s GRV.

Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour loses polling unit to APC

Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour loses his polling unit to APC

Labour Party’s governorship candidate in Lagos state, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour has lost his polling unit to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour loses his polling unit to APC

Gbadebo voted at polling unit 045 in Anifowoshe, Ikeja LGA earlier today, March 18. The polling unit officer who announced the result said the All Progressives Congress (APC) secured 29 votes, while the LP got 18 votes. The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) came third in the polling unit with 2 votes.

Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour loses his polling unit to APC

This is coming amid reports of widespread violence, suppression, and intimidation in some polling units in Lagos state. Gbadebo had already disclosed that he will be heading to court should the incumbent Governor of Lagos state, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, be announced as the winner of the election.

Browny Igboegwu loses cool, gets physical after a ‘drink poison’ prank was pulled on him

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Nigerian actor Browny Igboegwu has been captured in a video angry after a ‘drink poison’ prank was pulled on him. Browny One of the trends on social media is the trend of pranks. There are so many content creators on social media who have resorted to prank content to make money and stay relevant. Comedian Untouchable and Browny Igboegwu were spotted drinking in a bar when the former stepped out while leaving his drink with the actor Browny. While seated, a man came out and accused Browny of poisoning the drink of Untouchable while he was away. The two ended up in a heated argument where Browny was seen denying the allegations. The man then brought out a white substance claiming to be poison used by Browny. Browny who couldn’t hold his anger landed a slap on the face of the accuser and also dragged the lady bartender who also supported the man. During the heated argument, the actor was later told it was a prank and in reaction, he smash a bottle on the floor while promising to deal with Untouchable and his partner who were laughing.

Tems loses Best Original Song award

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Famous singer, Tems, loses the Best Original Song award at the prestigious 2023 Oscars event which marks the first nomination in the history of the Nigerian entertainment industry. 2023 Oscars: Tems loses Best Original Song award Earlier this year, the international sensation made history by being the first Nigerian artist to receive an Oscar nomination. However, at the 95th edition of the Oscars Academy Awards, Tems was unable to secure a win. She was nominated for her work as a songwriter on ‘Lift Me Up,’ a song featured in Marvel’s ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.’ Others nominated in the category were ‘Applause’ from ‘Tell It like a Woman’ by Diane Warren, ‘Hold My Hand’ from ‘Top Gun Maverick’ by Lady Gaga and BloodPop, and ‘This Is a Life’ from ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ by Ryan Lott, David Byrne, and Mitski. The Oscar for Best Original Song went to ‘Naatu Naatu’ from ‘RRR’, which was composed by MM Keeravani, with lyrics by Chandrabose and vocals by Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava.

Nottingham Forest star, Gustavo Scarpa loses £1m in cryptocurrency investment

Nottingham Forest star loses £1m in cryptocurrency investment

Nottingham Forest midfielder Gustavo Scarpa has lost R$6.3m (£1m) which he invested in cryptocurrency and is currently trying to get his money back.

Nottingham Forest star loses £1m in cryptocurrency investment

ESPN Brazil reported that the 29-year-old midfielder who spent most of his career playing in his country, invested in a cryptocurrency company called “WLJC” alongside his teammate Mayke while playing for Sao Paulo-based side Palmeiras. Scarpa invested 6.3m Brazilian Rials (£1m) into the venture, while Mayke forked out R$4.5m (£720,000). The duo were promised returns of between 3.5 and 5 per cent per month. The footballer filed a lawsuit after the company failed to pay the returns and also missed a deadline of August 19, 2022, to give him back his money. The lawsuit was filed against three companies he believes are responsible for the loss.

Nottingham Forest star loses £1m in cryptocurrency investment

He is seeking full reimbursement of his money and a termination of the contracts he signed. The lawsuit also asked authorities to “block and seize amounts deposited in bank accounts, movable and immovable property, financial assets allocated in cryptocurrency exchange agencies, stockbrokers, among other possible and liable assets”. Scarpa joined Forest in January on a free transfer after his deal with Brazilian side Palmeiras expired. He has made eight appearances across all competitions for Steve Cooper’s side so far.

Man loses his cool, drags classmates for hosting school reunion in Canada

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A young man has been captured on camera laying curses on his secondary school classmates for hosting their school reunion in Canada.

According to the young man who was seen ranting on his phone to his classmates, they planned to have a get-together on their school page which he showed interest in without knowing the venue. The young man was heard questioning his classmates on the phone about why they would decide to hold a school reunion in another country when they all schooled here. Watch the video below…

Hermes laments police harassment, reportedly loses N1.4M phone (Video)

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Big Brother Naija star, Hermes Chibueze Iyele known mononymously as Hermes has raised alarm after being harassed by an officer of the Nigerian Police.

Hermes police harassment

The dancer and fashionista took to his Instagram page to share a photo of the policeman searching his car. Hermes apparently had gone out with a friend when they were pulled up by the officer; he could be seen with a torch methodically going through the various sections of the car.

Although the policeman didn’t tell them what it was he was ransacking the car for, he was heard saying he “preaches against immorality.” The reality star said that the harassment cost him his phone which he had gotten for 1.4 million naira. Watch the video below:

Governor Okezie Ikpeazu loses senatorial election to Abaribe

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Governor Okezie Ikpeazu has lost the Abia South senatorial election to former senate minority leader, Enyinnaya Abaribe.

Governor Okezie Ikpeazu loses senatorial election to Abaribe

Abaribe, who defected to the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) after losing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) senatorial ticket to Governor Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia state, was declared winner in Aba on Tuesday, February 28. The returning officer for the senatorial election Prof. Georgina Ugwuanyi, said Abaribe polled a total of 49,693 votes to defeat his closest rivals and the candidate of the Labour Party Mr. Chinedu Onyeizu, who got 43,903 votes.

Governor Okezie Ikpeazu loses senatorial election to Abaribe

Governor Okezie Ikpeazu of the Peoples Democratic Party came third in the senatorial election as he polled 28,422 votes.