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JUST IN: American Singer, Diana Ross arrives Lagos for THISDAY Awards
American music icon, Diana Ross has arrived in Nigeria ahead of the prestigious Thisday Awards, scheduled to take place on Monday.
Diana Ross, who is a globally celebrated icon was seen at the VIP lounge of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport today, and was warmly received by her entourage and fans eager to welcome her to the country.
Diana Ross’s presence adds star power to an event already set to highlight some of Nigeria’s most pivotal achievements and outstanding individuals.
The Thisday Awards celebrates resilience and excellence, honouring individuals and institutions dedicated to rebuilding Nigeria and strengthening its democracy.
Among the key categories are the ‘Titans of the Year’ award, which recognises visionary men and women whose courage and leadership have left a lasting impact on the nation.
President Bola Tinubu has been named ‘Man of the Year’ for his significant influence on major events that shaped 2024, while Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has clinched the ‘Woman of the Year’ award for her remarkable contributions in Nigeria and globally.
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Meta suspends Idris Abdulkareem’s Accounts Over New Song, ‘Open Letter to Donald Trump’
In the song, Abdulkareem accuses Nigerian leaders of enriching themselves while ordinary citizens endure hardship, describing them as “criminals of all shades and hues” who dominate society.
“Facebook just suspended my Facebook and Instagram account because of my new song, Open Letter to Donald Trump,” said Nigerian rapper and activist Eedris Abdulkareem.
Abdulkareem, in a post on Sunday said that that he has been unable to access either account since the release of the track.
“I can’t access it.”
Abdulkareem, known for politically charged music and criticism of government policies, did not provide further details on the duration of the suspension imposed by Meta, Facebook’s parent company.
Released in November 2025 under his label, Lakreem Entertainment, Open Letter to Donald Trump is framed as a direct address to the former U.S. President but primarily targets Nigeria’s political class.
In the song, Abdulkareem accuses Nigerian leaders of enriching themselves while ordinary citizens endure hardship, describing them as “criminals of all shades and hues” who dominate society.
The track references worsening insecurity, including kidnappings, killings, and terrorism, and seeks to draw international attention to Nigeria’s crises.
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India’s Bollywood legend Dharmendra dies at 89
Dharmendra, one of India’s most beloved actors, enjoyed a six-decade career spanning more than 300 films.
•Dharmendra Krishan Deol
Legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra Krishan Deol has passed away in Mumbai at the age of 89, marking the end of a remarkable era in Indian cinema.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the tributes on his X handle Monday, describing Dharmendra’s death as “the end of an era.”
Dharmendra, one of India’s most beloved actors, enjoyed a six-decade career spanning more than 300 films.
Best known for his role as Veeru in the 1975 classic Sholay, he was celebrated for his versatility, excelling in romance, action, comedy, and drama.
Born on December 8, 1935, in Punjab’s Ludhiana district, Dharmendra rose from modest beginnings to become one of Bollywood’s most admired stars.
After winning a nationwide talent contest, he moved to Bombay and made his film debut in 1960.
His breakthrough came with Bimal Roy’s Bandini in 1963, followed by decades of box-office hits.
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2Baba Natasha Deliver Baby Girl
The new arrival brings the number of 2Baba’s children to eight, shared among four different women, with Natasha now becoming the fourth woman to have a child for the Afrobeats legend.
Celebrity Nigerian musician, Innocent Ujah Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has welcomed a baby girl with his wife, Natasha, a lawmaker in the Edo State House of Assembly.
In the brief announcement, Natasha expressed gratitude with the caption: “It’s a Girl”, followed by prayer emojis.
The new arrival brings the number of 2Baba’s children to eight, shared among four different women, with Natasha now becoming the fourth woman to have a child for the Afrobeats legend.
The child was delivered in an Abuja hospital last week Thursday night.
This delivery comes a few months after the singer and his wife, Annie Idibia, reportedly parted ways following prolonged marital issues.
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