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The Lion of Lufodo Bows Out”: Veteran Nollywood Icon Olu Jacobs Passes Away at 84

Nollywood legendary actor Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, MFR, widely known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84. ​The family announced his passing on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, through…

AyobamiBlog September 16, 2026

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Country Music Icon Dolly Parton Passes Away at 80

The music world is mourning the loss of country music icon, songwriter, and philanthropist Dolly Parton, who has passed away at the age of 80. ​Her long-time head of security…

AyobamiBlog August 25, 2026

Africa

President Tinubu Signs Executive Order to Unlock $50 Billion in Deep Offshore Investments

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has issued a presidential address outlining the Deep Offshore Oil and Gas Projects Incentives (Tax Remission) Order, 2026. The policy framework is designed to end decades…

AyobamiBlog August 12, 2026

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DISASTER REPORT: Magnitude 7.4 Earthquake Strikes Western Colombia

Colombia’s newly inaugurated President, Abelardo de la Espriella, has declared a national state of disaster after a powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck the western region of the country on Monday…

AyobamiBlog August 10, 2026

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Lagos Wants Special Number Plates for Persons With Disabilities PWDs

In a major step toward building an all-inclusive state, the Lagos State Government has announced plans to introduce customized vehicle number plates specifically designed for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). The…

AyobamiBlog July 30, 2026

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Supreme Court Orders Final Forfeiture of Emefiele’s $2 Million and Choice Properties to Federal Government

The Supreme Court has delivered a final, crushing blow to the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele. In a unanimous judgment delivered on Friday, July…

AyobamiBlog July 19, 2026

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NO RANSOM PAID: Eight Arrested, Terrorists Neutralised as Abducted Oyo Pupils and Teachers Regain Freedom After 56 Days

In a major victory for Nigeria’s internal security architecture, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the successful rescue of the schoolchildren and teachers who were violently abducted from the Oriire…

AyobamiBlog July 10, 2026

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DIGITAL REVOLUTION: Federal Government Launches FreeTV Today, Bringing Zero-Subscription Broadcasting to Millions of Nigerian Homes

In a massive, historic leap for the country’s media landscape, Nigeria is officially launching FreeTV today, June 17, 2026. The national digital television platform is engineered to grant households across…

AyobamiBlog June 17, 2026

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QUEST FOR JUSTICE: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Cries Out Over Son’s Death, Accuses Euracare Hospital of Negligence and Obstruction

Globally acclaimed Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has publicly shared her profound grief and anger following the tragic death of her young son, Nkanu Nnamdi. In a highly emotional and…

AyobamiBlog June 13, 2026

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Tension Peaks: Nigeria Weighs Retaliatory Moves Against South Africa Over Migrant Hostility

The Federal Government has sent a stern warning to South African authorities, signaling that retaliatory measures remain firmly on the table as xenophobic tensions continue to threaten the safety of…

AyobamiBlog June 12, 2026