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President Bola Tinubu has responded to his critics during a visit to Benue State, days after deadly attacks on communities allegedly carried out by Fulani herdsmen left over 200 people dead and several properties destroyed.

In a video shared on X (formerly Twitter), Tinubu was seen arriving in the state, warmly received by students from various colleges who lined up in a long queue and recited the national anthem in his honor.

The president’s visit comes amid heightened tension following the attacks, which triggered widespread outrage across the state.

Many residents, dissatisfied with the government’s handling of the security crisis, took to the streets in protest.

Some demonstrators went as far as attacking and attempting to tear the flag of the ruling party, APC, as a sign of their displeasure.

Amid the unrest, Tinubu delivered a speech during an event held in his honor. In his address, he acknowledged the polarized nature of politics and the presence of opposition, stating:

“Not everybody will like you in politics. They hate me like hell, but I am here. I am the president.”

His remark stirred mixed reactions online as users flooded the comment section of the video post to share their thoughts on the president’s statement and the situation in Benue.

See some reactions below:

@funnycrown6: “Nah that clap Dey vex me pass Mtww.”

@Itschristy___: “Many things dey vex me for this video, I don’t even know where to start from.”

@Updated_CEO: “Oga resign since the people don’t want. Nigeria no b one man business.”

@PresidentIkemba: “Who are those clapping? People’s parents? In this undemocratic regime?”

@ezzytohbahdt: “Is this today’s speech or from last year cos I no understand how this take concern the killings going on. Omo which country be this na.”

@Notsouglyfgs: “This one na just to make him name dey for that nigerian presidents list him dey find all this tine now he got it.”

@mr_stitch01: “Before, didn’t you want to take it? Goodluck took even more than this.”

WATCH VIDEO: 

"Not everyone will like you in politics, they hate me like hel too. But I'm here, I am the President." -Pres Bola Tinubu pic.twitter.com/u9JqAr93Oh

— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) June 18, 2025

 

 

Lady breaks down in tears as her boyfriend cancels their wedding over refusal to let him impregnate her before marriage.

The lady, Jubilee Kamara, took to the video-sharing platform TikTok to lament this.

According to her, her man had requested that she gets pregnant before their wedding.

However, she had turned down the request, wanting instead to get married before starting a family.

She revealed that the man had called off the wedding, leaving her heartbroken.

The lady wrote …

“Life is so private, no one knows he didn’t carry on with our wedding cos I refused to get pregnant first.”

Check out reactions below …

@Vicky❤️ said: “Must everything brought to TikTok this days ?…you no gree carry belle for him before marriage then move on and stop looking for pity online”

@Desernblack🇱🇷🇮🇱 remarked: “Naija gals to commot belle na 5&6 so he’s right to confirm first to avoid buying blessed water and oil for 100k”

@-G🅾️D S£N✝️🥷🏼 wrote: “Omo this generation before I marry ho you go Dey belle no be me go buy black market go house . This one you talk no be excuses”

@NestorcKing opined: “Omo these things are not really easy sometimes, before I got married my friends keep telling me not proceed with our traditional wedding till she get pregnant. they said I will regret my action without knowing it’s God that give children. Funny enough my wife got pregnant the same month we got married.”

Tension in Benue State as protesters stormed the streets during President Bola Tinubu’s visit, expressing outrage over recent attacks by suspected Fulani herdsmen.

In a powerful show of anger, some demonstrators were seen tearing the flag of the All Progressives Congress (APC), the president’s party.

The incident was captured in a video shared on X (formerly Twitter) by user @dammiedammie35. The footage showed a large crowd of residents marching in unison toward the venue where the president was being welcomed, chanting in protest, “We no go gree.”

As the protest intensified, another group of demonstrators in the video could be seen forcefully pulling down and attempting to tear the APC flag, a symbolic gesture meant to register their dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of the deadly attacks.

The protest follows a recent wave of violence in the state allegedly carried out by Fulani herdsmen.

The attacks have reportedly claimed the lives of over 200 residents, sparking outrage and fear across affected communities.

The video, which quickly went viral, triggered an outpouring of reactions from concerned Nigerians, who flooded the comment section with messages of solidarity and anger over the worsening security situation in Benue.

See some reactions below:

@Cleverlydey4u: “Don’t be surprise next election, Apc go win for this state.”

@cyprain166: “If you check well na Igbo people living in Benue are doing. Dz Benue mata na dia selling point.”

@CEgwuatumba: “Shey na now day just break for Una eye 😂😂😂Una never see anything yet it remain 6 years to go under tinubu.”

@_SammyNas: “This is the way to go. They should keep this energy up. Make dem try find way go give that their Governor better slap for me.”

@Jaynephfa: “Lets see how the governor will force them to vote APC in 2027. We know they will rig but they should also remember our warníng.”

@sire_sommy: “Soon, police and teargas will come. And it’ll come heavy… the president is in town. Evil people.”

@oghene_komeno: “How I’m praying for this to escalate to nation wide protest,every city and villages will be involved.”

WATCH VIDEO:

Benue youths are currently protesting while Pres Tinubu is in town shouting “NO APC FLAGS” as they tear down all the APC flags on sight Omoh 🪧✊🏽🖤!!!! pic.twitter.com/Tv9XqkwwRc

— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) June 18, 2025

 

 

 

Pain strikes as controversial African clergyman, Gilbert Deya, passes away in Kenya.

According to reports, the clergyman lost his life in a road incident that occurred on June 17, 2025, near Kisumu town in western Kenya.

The incident involved a collision between his Toyota Noah vehicle and a Moi University school bus.

According to a recent report, at least 30 people were injured, including Deya’s wife, who was a passenger in his vehicle.

Notably, Deya was a controversial figure known for claiming he could help infertile couples conceive ‘miracle’ babies through prayer.

He was extradited from the UK to Kenya in 2017 to face charges of stealing children, but was acquitted in 2023 due to lack of evidence.

It’s worth noting that he founded churches in several countries, including the UK, and was the founder of Gilbert Deya Ministries.

Condolences pour in for renowned singer, Ariana Grande following the passing of her grandmother, Marjorie “Nonna” Grande, aged 99.

The news was announced by Ariana’s mother, Joan Grande, via a statement released on Instagram.

According to the post, Marjorie Grande passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family and loved ones during her final weeks.

The circumstances of Marjorie Grande’s passing were not detailed in the statement.

The statement reads,“We are devastated to share that the beloved matriarch of our family has passed away. Major Grande passed peacefully in her home and was surrounded by her family and loved ones for every moment of her last few weeks”.

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the immediate arrest of the criminals responsible for the recent deadly attack in Benue State, allegedly carried out by Fulani herdsmen.

This directive was issued during his visit to the state, where he met with victims and officials following the massacre that reportedly claimed over 200 lives and left properties worth millions destroyed.

In a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter), the president expressed deep concern over the lack of accountability and demanded swift action from security operatives.

Tinubu publicly questioned the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and the service chiefs on the failure to arrest any suspects so far. “How come no arrest has been made?” he asked. “I expect there should be arrests of those criminals. Let’s get those criminals. Let’s get them out.”

The president’s visit, however, was met with protests from angry youths who expressed their dissatisfaction with his administration and the handling of security issues in the region.

Following the release of the video from the visit, many Nigerians took to the comment section of the post on social media to share their reactions, with several demanding justice and transparency in the investigation.

See some reactions below:

@ChikaJove: “Noise, he knows what’s happening who are they trying to deceive.”

@mosesok91727815: “For the very first time he made a meaningful statement. God bless his soul.”

@theofficeguy11: “These people clapping will not let me hear Mr Presido ..Na wa ooo.”

@RestlessThrive: “Just continue to use the people to play this man. Who are you asking those questions? Idiot.”

@themangido: “Is this a visit to the victims or a conference meeting? Chai.”

WATCH VIDEO: 

“How come no arrests have been made?… I expect there should be arrests of those cr!minals.
Let’s get those crim!nåls, let's get them out”

-President Tinubu charges Service Chiefs at Benue state today. pic.twitter.com/lovOlGwMA8

— CHUKS 🍥 (@ChuksEricE) June 18, 2025

 

 

The Ojude Oba (Yoruba) Festival is a colourful celebration organised every year by the Ijebu people in Ogun State, Nigeria. It is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Ijebu people and their commitment to preserving and celebrating their traditions.

Whether you are a first-time visitor or a returning attendee, the festival offers a unique opportunity to experience the vibrancy and unity of Yoruba culture.

It is a vibrant cultural celebration of the Ijebu people in Ogun State, Nigeria, which is held on the third day after Eid-el-Kabir, traditionally marking the end of the Muslim festival.

It is one of Nigeria’s most significant festivals connected to culture and tradition.

Ojude Oba, which means ‘The King’s Court,’ was originally organised by a group of Muslim faithful to pay homage to the traditional ruler of Ijebuland.

The history of the festival can be traced to the 19th century when Islam began to spread across Ijebuland.

Originally, Ojude Oba, translated as “The King’s Forecourt”, was a modest gathering of Muslim faithful who came to pay homage to the reigning Awujale.

However, that small gathering soon gained national and international attention, with commercial dimensions.

Now, under the leadership of the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, Ojude Oba takes place at the Awujale Pavilion in Ijebu Ode.

Widely known for its vibrant display of different Yoruba attire, the event is held on the third day after Eid-el-Kabir, a Muslim celebration popularly known as Sallah or ‘Ileya’ in the South-West.

The attire worn by different groups not only showcases class but also tells stories about the Yoruba heritage.

In 2020 and 2021, the event was not held as part of efforts to ensure safety during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Members of the Egbe Jagunmolu Obirinrin parade to pay homage to the King, Awuja Ile of Ijebuland, during the annual Ojude Oba festival in Ijebu Ode on June 18, 2024.

However, the event has continued to gain cultural, social, economic, and political prominence.

This year’s edition is expected to be attended by hundreds of participants, including prominent individuals, drawn from different parts of the country and elegantly dressed in local fabrics like Adire, Aso Oke, Agbada, and Iro and Buba.

The event usually features spectacular horse riding by different groups of people, cultural dance, and musical performances by different artists.

The horse riders, who represent different Balogun families, are stylishly dressed. The families include Balogun Adenuga, Balogun Alatise, Balogun Adesoye, Balogun Alausa, and Balogun Kuku.

It also features ‘Regbe Regbe,’ a colourful parade by age groups from different families — a showcase of the Yoruba heritage and homage to the Ajuwale with dance, prayer, and gifts.

Although the parade is a display of culture and class, the participating groups, including Gbobaniyi, Bobagbimo, Gbobalaye, and Obafuwali — mostly with Ijebu roots — compete among themselves in a bid to outshine one another and attract prizes from different sponsors.

Interestingly, Ojude Oba offers huge economic opportunities for the Ijebu people, especially in the areas of hospitality and tourism, as major hotels and guesthouses are usually fully booked by local and international guests.

Corporate organisations also take advantage of the brand presence they create for their businesses by sponsoring different parts of the festival. The streets leading to the venue of the festival are adorned with different brands and signs, giving visitors a hint of what to expect.

Owing to the national and global significance of Ojude Oba, there is usually a deployment of security by different security agencies to protect lives and property.

The 2024 edition showcases a vibrant display of class and Ijebu culture with pride.

Participants will look forward to a better outing today.

[PUNCH]