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Bobrisky : Panel says No Evidence He Sleeps Outside Prison

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1 year ago

October 21, 2024

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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’.

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Ben TV Chairman , Alistair Soyode Nominated for African Business Awards 2026

The award ceremony , scheduled for 29 May 2026, recognises outstanding achievement and leadership within the creative, media, and entertainment industries.

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6 days ago

March 4, 2026

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The African Business Chamber (AfBC) has nominated Alistair Soyode African – Growth – Diaspora – Engagement – Founder, Nigeria in Diaspora Leadership Forum & Chairman, Ben Television for the AfBC Creative, Media & Entertainment Industry Excellence Award.

The award ceremony , scheduled for 29 May 2026, recognises outstanding achievement and leadership within the creative, media, and entertainment industries.

It celebrates individuals, organisations, or enterprises that have demonstrated exceptional creativity, commercial success, and cultural impact across sectors such as film, television, music, fashion, digital media, publishing, advertising, and the performing arts.

Recipients are recognised for elevating African narratives, driving innovation, expanding global reach, and contributing meaningfully to economic growth, cultural influence, and industry development.

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How I met my husband, Olu Jacobs, on a movie set – Joke Silva

Joke Silva and Olu Jacob exchanged vows in 1985, with Silva being 24, and Jacob 44.

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1 week ago

March 2, 2026

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Veteran actress Joke Silva has recounted how she met her husband, Olu Jacobs, on a movie set, revealing it wasn’t an instant attraction for her.

Joke Silva and Olu Jacob exchanged vows in 1985, with Silva being 24, and Jacob 44.

In an appearance on TVC’s ‘Your View’, Silva revealed that while Jacobs fell in love at first sight, she took time to warm up to him.

“Yes, we met on stage, and when we met on a movie set, everybody knew the great Olu Jacobs was coming, except me.

When he came, we got on very well, and I discovered his age only after we started dating because he looked so good. For him, it was love at first sight, but for me, it wasn’t,” she said.

Their union, which has produced two children, has lasted decades, with Silva crediting Jacobs’ understanding as a key factor in their enduring relationship.

“This older man allows you to get away with a lot of things”, she said.

Their union, which has produced two children, has lasted decades, with Silva crediting Jacobs’ understanding as a key factor in their enduring relationship.

“This older man allows you to get away with a lot of things”, she said.

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Nollywood’s Mercy Johnson Becomes Governor Okpebholo’s Special Adviser

Johnson-Okojie, in her new role as special adviser on public engagement and advocacy, would deploy her vast public influence, communication expertise and grassroots reach to strengthen citizens’ engagement with government policies and programmes.

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3 weeks ago

February 20, 2026

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• Mercy Johnson-Okojie

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has appointed prominent actress, Mercy Johnson-Okojie, as special adviser on public engagement and advocacy.

Johnson-Okojie was, in 2017, appointed as senior special assistant (SSA) on Entertainment, Arts and Culture to former Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State.

This is disclosed by Secretary to Edo State Government, Musa Ikhilor, describing Johnson-Okojie as an accomplished Nigerian actress, producer, entrepreneur and philanthropist.

“Johnson-Okojie, in her new role as special adviser on public engagement and advocacy, would deploy her vast public influence, communication expertise and grassroots reach to strengthen citizens’ engagement with government policies and programmes,” said the statement.

It said the appointment underscored Governor Okpebholo’s commitment to harnessing the expertise, credibility and public goodwill of distinguished Nigerians in advancing the administration’s vision for a prosperous and united Edo State.