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ALARMING ACCUSATION: Davido Drops Heavy Rigging Allegations Linking Imo Governor And Ebonyi REC To Osun Polls!.
Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has raised concerns about the presence of Ebonyi State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Pauline Ugoyenka, in Osun State ahead of the governorship election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
However, Davido, in a post via his on Thursday, alleged that Ugoyenka was sent by the Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, to rig the election and vowed that she would be resisted.
He wrote, “She was not deployed by INEC. What is she doing in Osun?
“She was sent here from Governor Hope Uzodimma to rig. We will resist you, madam.”
Meanwhile, the Edo State Government has criticised Davido over his appeal to United States President Donald Trump to pay attention to Saturday’s Osun State governorship election.
The state Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Prince Kassim Afegbua, who spoke at a press briefing in Benin City on Thursday, said the singer should focus on producing award-winning music rather than intervening in partisan politics.
Davido had recently called on Trump and the international community to monitor developments in Osun amid concerns over possible violence and intimidation during the election.
Davido wrote, “President Donald Trump, I am calling your attention to the situation in Osun State, Nigeria, as we approach the election.
“There are growing concerns about tension and the possibility of violence, intimidation, or disruption of the democratic process.”
Reacting, Afegbua described Davido’s intervention as inappropriate and defended Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo’s decision to campaign for the All Progressives Congress governorship candidate in Osun.
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POLITICAL FIRECRACKER: Edo Government Tears Into Davido Over Shocking Appeal To Donald Trump!
The Edo State Government has slammed pop star David Adeleke (Davido) for urging U.S. President Donald Trump and the international community to monitor the upcoming Osun State governorship election due to fears of voter intimidation and violence.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking at a press briefing in Benin City on Thursday, the Edo State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Prince Kassim Afegbua, dismissed Davido’s appeal as inappropriate, arguing that the singer should stick to making music rather than meddling in partisan politics.
Key Highlights
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The Controversy: Davido took to social media to call on President Trump to pay attention to the Osun election, citing potential risks to the democratic process.
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The Government’s Reaction: Afegbua criticized the move as “arrant nonsense,” stating that the artist’s large fan base transcends party lines and that he should remain in the recording studio.
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Defense of Governor Okpebholo: Afegbua defended Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo’s active campaign for the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in Osun, calling inter-party solidarity a standard responsibility for party leaders. He also dismissed viral online reports regarding the Governor’s credentials as fake.
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Attacks on Governor Adeleke: The commissioner took a swipe at Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, questioning his academic background and mocking his dancing abilities, maintaining that governance requires “serious-minded leadership.”
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CONGREGATION LEFT SPEECHLESS: Pastor Abandons Christianity And Embraces Traditional Ifá Practices!.
Olabanjo Felix Gold, a well-known Ondo State clergyman and founder of Image of God Evangelical and Prophetic Ministries, has officially renounced Christianity to embrace the indigenous Yoruba spiritual path, Ìṣẹ̀ṣe.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The former pastor revealed his dramatic transition in a video shared online, introducing a new spiritual identity: Ifawamiri Aworan Olodumare.
A New Path as a Babalawo
During his announcement, Olabanjo explained that extensive personal reflection and mentorship led him away from the pulpit and into the practice of Ifá. Now identifying as a Babalawo, he extended gratitude to the traditional elders who guided his journey, notably mentioning his Oluwo, Baba Aifuwapẹ Oluṣẹgun Latunji, the Araba of Isararemọ, alongside other supporters.
Emphasizing the value of mentorship within indigenous Yoruba practices, Olabanjo declared his complete commitment to Ìṣẹ̀ṣe, expressing rejection of foreign religions in favor of what he considers his authentic spiritual home.
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BLOCKBUSTER COLLAPSE? Fresh Crisis Threatens To Derail The Epic Anthony Joshua Vs. Tyson Fury Showdown!.
The long-awaited heavyweight clash between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury faces a potential delay as both camps remain at odds over the choice of venue.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
While Frank Warren, who promotes Fury under Queensberry, is still optimistic that the high-profile fight will take place in November, ongoing disagreements have cast uncertainty over the event.
Location Clash: Wembley vs. New York
Wembley Stadium was initially the frontrunner to host the bout, but disputes regarding the proposed start time have pushed Madison Square Garden in New York into contention. Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh reportedly backs the New York venue for its ability to draw a broader international audience.
However, Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter, has warned that moving the fight to New York without a mutual agreement would jeopardize the entire contest. Hearn insists that Joshua’s team remains bound to the original contractual agreement to hold the showdown in the United Kingdom.
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Warren’s Stance: Speaking to Box Nation, Warren maintained that Fury’s contract outlines different terms, stating that both sides must reach a consensus or risk canceling the bout entirely.
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Fighter Preps: Both heavyweights have recently returned to the ring in preparation, with Fury securing a seventh-round victory over Mariusz Wach in Thailand, and Joshua bouncing back from early knockdowns to stop Kristian Prenga in Jeddah.
With November approaching as the target month, bridging the gap between both promoters remains a critical hurdle before the historic British heavyweight matchup can be officially confirmed.
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