Entertainment
Bobrisky : Panel says No Evidence He Sleeps Outside Prison
The Independent Investigative Panel set up by the Federal Government has reported back that they did not find any evidence thus far that suggested that Idris Okuneye, popularly known as “Bobrisky”, slept outside the Custodial Centre during the period of his imprisonment which was six months correctional sentence.
The Panel was sent by the government to investigate allegations of corruption and examine violations of laid down rules and regulations governing the conduct of correctional officers and the treatment of inmates by the officers of the Correctional Service, especially Idris Okuneye.
In the report,
The Panel discovered that Bobrisky enjoyed several privileges while in custody.
These include specially furnished single cells, humidifier, lots of visitation by his family members and friends as he desired, visits by his family members and friends held inside the office of the in-charge of the custodial center, floor rug, selffeeding, designated inmate to run errands for him, access to fridge and television, and possibly access to his phone.
The panel also discovered that during these period, Bobrisky was transferred three times without appropriate documentation.
The decisions to transfer the inmate was made by a very senior officer in violation of the Nigerian Correctional Service Standing Order Custodial.
The Panel says the documents were later provided on the 28th of September 2024 and backdated to the 12th of April 2024 and 22nd April 2024 respectively.
The indicted Officer, Ben Rabbi – Freeman was then the State Controller Lagos State Command.
He is now the current Assistant Controller General of Corrections (ACG) Zone ‘A’.
Entertainment
Tiwa Savage: “Usher is so lovely”
Tiwa Savage is widely known for her genre-blending sound and magnetic stage presence.
Afrobeats superstar Tiwa Savage has disclosed that American R&B star, Usher Raymond is a lovely personality.
Savage recently made this known during a chat with Rebecca Judd on Apple Music 1 during an intimate and entertaining session.
The self-acclaimed Africa’s number one bad girl reflected on her journey as one of Africa’s most influential music exports while opening up on being brought out by Usher as a surprise guest during his sold-out O2 Arena shows in London.
The ‘Somebody’s Son’ singer said, “That was the second time, the first was at Global Citizen in Ghana,” she shared.
“This one was extra special. I was so nervous, but Usher is just so lovely and professional.
”Tiwa Savage is widely known for her genre-blending sound and magnetic stage presence.
American singer R. Kelly is currently serving a 30-year jail sentence in North Carolina for sex trafficking and racketeering.
According to report, Kelly, 58, was recently rushed to the hospital from prison after what his lawyer described as a near-deadly overdose.
His legal team has now filed an emergency request asking the court to release him temporarily from custody, saying his life is in danger.
Kelly, collapsed in his solitary confinement cell on June 13, just three days after being isolated.
His lawyer, Beau Brindley, claimed that the singer was given a dangerously high dose of medication on June 12, while still in solitary confinement.
The next day, he reportedly fainted and was taken to Duke University Hospital, where doctors said the medication could have killed him.
Entertainment
Multichoice: BBNaija Season 9 Reunion Starts June 23
The programme would be aired on Africa Magic Showcase and Africa Magic Family, as well as on DStv and GOtv platforms.
The organiser of the Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) reality TV show, Multichoice, has announced June 23, 2025, for the premiere of the season 9 edition reunion show titled ‘No Loose Guard’.
According to Multichoice, the reunion will bring new energy, drama, and excitement, as the 2024 housemates return with heightened emotions.
“Old beef, new energy, new drama. Your favourites are coming in hot. #BBNaijaReunion starts on June 23 at 10:00 p.m. Set your alarms,” the organiser said.
The programme would be aired on Africa Magic Showcase and Africa Magic Family, as well as on DStv and GOtv platforms.
Former Kwara gov, Cornelius Adebayo, dies at 84
South African Court Halts Burial of Former Zambian President Mid-Ceremony
Nigeria, Brazil rejig strategic alliance to boost trade, clean energy, agric, others at business forum
Tech Expert, Zuckerberg trains with UFC champions, Adesanya, Alexander
Organ Trafficking: Ekweremadu bags 10 years in UK prison
SAINT OBI: Between his marriage and his death
-
Crime1 day agoJUST IN: Russia attacks Ukraine, kill 11
-
Politics1 day agoJUST IN: PDP in closed-door meeting with INEC officials in Abuja
-
Politics5 hours ago2027 Election: INEC refuses to approve Jegas’ PRP Party (Full list of Applicants)
-
International3 days agoUS asks China to stop Iran from closing Strait of Hormuz
-
International2 days agoSee the 9 countries with the most nuclear weapons
-
Business1 day agoJUST IN: MultiChoice Nigeria CEO Faces Arraignment by FCCPC for Obstructing Probe
-
Politics5 hours agoPDP Postpone 100th NEC Meeting, Reinstates Anyawu National Secretary
-
Sports9 hours agoSuper Eagles Goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, to Establish Football Academy in Enugu