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  • Fusengbuwa Ruling House Gets Council Clearance, Sets Jan. 12 Nomination Meeting

    Fusengbuwa Ruling House Gets Council Clearance, Sets Jan. 12 Nomination Meeting

    Funsegbuwa Ruling house letter
    Funsegbuwa Ruling house letter Inviting nominations

    The Fusengbuwa Ruling House has received formal approval from the Ijebu-Ode Local Government to begin its internal selection process for nominating a new Awujale of Ijebuland.

    The approval was conveyed in an official letter dated January 6, 2026, signed by the secretary to the local government, giving the ruling house the go-ahead to commence its internal nomination procedure.

    In its reply, the Fusengbuwa Ruling House invited relevant local government officials to attend its nomination meeting fixed for Monday, January 12, 2026, as the next step in the succession process.

    The move is part of the broader traditional succession framework for the Awujale stool, where recognised ruling houses conduct internal consultations and forward nominees through established channels toward eventual selection and formal recognition.

    Ijebu-Ode Local Government / Fusengbuwa Ruling House (letters) 2026-01-06

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  • Regina Daniels posts drug-test clip to push back on ‘addiction’ claims

    Regina Daniels posts drug-test clip to push back on ‘addiction’ claims

    According to TheCable Lifestyle, Nollywood star Regina Daniels shared footage of herself taking a drug test, saying she wants to shut down claims about drug and alcohol abuse.

    She denied using “hard drugs” and said the only substance she has ever been linked with is ecstasy (popularly called “molly”), adding that legal action would come “at the appropriate time”.

    Independent checks:

    • Punch Newspapers (X / @MobilePunch): “VIDEO: Regina Daniels undergoes drug test” — https://x.com/MobilePunch
    • TheCable (Facebook): “I was never on hard drugs… I only used Molly…” — https://www.facebook.com/TheCableNigeria/

    Celebrity feuds rarely escalate into lab-test content, so this suggests the allegations are biting and the fallout could widen. Watch for any response from Ned Nwoko and whether Regina’s camp actually files a formal suit or issues a lawyer’s notice.

    Source: TheCable Lifestyle — 2026-01-07 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/video-i-only-took-molly-regina-daniels-takes-drug-test-to-clear-addiction-claim/

    Source:TheCable Lifestyle 2026-01-07

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  • Ice Spice and NBA’s Michael Porter Jr spark dating talk after NYC sighting

    Ice Spice and NBA’s Michael Porter Jr spark dating talk after NYC sighting

    According to Page Six, Ice Spice and Brooklyn Nets player Michael Porter Jr were spotted together in NYC, fueling fresh dating rumors.

    Neither party has confirmed anything publicly, so the story remains in rumor territory for now.

    Independent checks:

    • Yahoo Entertainment: “fuel dating rumors…” — https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/
    • New York Post Entertainment: “obviously together” — https://nypost.com/entertainment/

    Sports-celebrity crossovers move fast from “night out” to “official couple” narratives. Until either camp confirms, treat this as gossip—and watch for repeat sightings, courtside appearances, or lyric references that turn rumor into pattern.

    Source: Page Six — 2026-01-06 — https://pagesix.com/2026/01/06/celebrity-news/ice-spice-and-brooklyn-nets-star-michael-porter-jr-fuel-dating-rumors-with-nyc-night-out/

    Source: Page Six 2026-01-06

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  • Megan Thee Stallion teams up with Dunkin as ‘Protein Milk’ meets pop culture marketing

    Megan Thee Stallion teams up with Dunkin as ‘Protein Milk’ meets pop culture marketing

    According to Billboard, Megan Thee Stallion is fronting a Dunkin campaign tied to the brand’s Protein Milk and a new “Dunk N’ Pump” drink push.

    The move extends the trend of celebrity-powered menu marketing designed for social sharing and short-form video culture.

    Independent checks:

    • Dunkin (Press/Brand announcement): “teams up with Megan Thee Stallion” — https://news.dunkindonuts.com/
    • People: “partnering with Dunkin…” — https://people.com/

    This is branding built for 2026: fitness-coded language, meme-ready naming, and a star who thrives on catchphrases. Watch for TikTok challenge waves and competitor chains launching copycat ‘protein’ drinks to steal attention.

    Source: Billboard — 2026-01-07 — https://www.billboard.com/music/rb-hip-hop/megan-thee-stallion-jane-fonda-era-dunkin-ad-1236150283/

    Source: Billboard 2026-01-07

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  • Fela Kuti earns Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement recognition ahead of Grammy Week

    Fela Kuti earns Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement recognition ahead of Grammy Week

    According to The Guardian Nigeria, Fela Kuti’s legacy is back in focus as he is listed among honorees for the Recording Academy’s Lifetime Achievement Award tied to Grammy Week activities.

    The recognition further spotlights Afrobeat’s global influence and the enduring impact of Fela’s artistry and activism.

    Independent checks:

    • Recording Academy (Press/Announcement): “Lifetime Achievement Award honorees” — https://www.grammy.com/
    • Pitchfork: “Lifetime Achievement” honorees list coverage — https://pitchfork.com/

    Lifetime Achievement honors don’t just celebrate history—they trigger discovery. Expect renewed streaming attention, playlist placement, and fresh debates about Afrobeat’s roots and how modern Afrobeats relates to the genre’s origin story.

    Source: The Punch — 2026-01-07 — https://punchng.com/netizens-hail-fela-kutis-grammy-lifetime-achievement-award-as-well%E2%80%91deserved/

    Source: The Punch 2026-01-07

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  • Eucharia Anunobi speaks out after leaked-audio talk links her name to controversy

    Eucharia Anunobi speaks out after leaked-audio talk links her name to controversy

    According to QED.ng, actress and evangelist Eucharia Anunobi pushed back against allegations linked to a leaked audio that mentioned her, calling it an attempt to damage her reputation.

    She said she addressed the issue during a live broadcast and framed it as a targeted attack that “failed.”

    Independent checks:

    • Daily Post Nigeria: “Eucharia Anunobi reacts…” — https://dailypost.ng/
    • Legit.ng: “They tried to tarnish my name…” — https://www.legit.ng/

    When religious circles and celebrity names mix, misinformation spreads fast and is hard to contain. Watch for follow-up statements from people tied to the audio, and whether her camp issues legal notices to blogs amplifying unverified claims.

    Source: PmNews — 2026-01-07 — https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/01/07/eucharia-anunobi-finally-speaks-on-shocking-leaked-audio/

    Source: PmNews 2026-01-07

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  • Davido shares ‘Mama Chi’ early birthday surprise on Caribbean vacation

    Davido shares ‘Mama Chi’ early birthday surprise on Caribbean vacation

    In a post-driven report by TheCable Lifestyle, Davido shared a family moment as he organised a surprise cake for Chioma’s mum during a vacation on Canouan Island in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

    The post caption described it as an “early birthday surprise for Mama Chi,” triggering fan reactions and renewed attention to the family’s public-facing narrative.

    Independent checks:

    • Punch Newspapers: “Davido celebrates Chioma’s mum…” — https://punchng.com/
    • Davido (Instagram): “Early birthday surprise for Mama Chi” — https://www.instagram.com/davido/

    Soft family content has become a major signal in celebrity branding—especially for stars rebuilding public trust. Watch for more vacation posts and whether brands lean in with partnership content around this family-friendly narrative.

    Source: TheCable Lifestyle — 2026-01-06 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/davido-surprises-chiomas-mum-birthday-cake-family-vacation/

    Source:TheCable Lifestyle 2026-01-06 Photo Credit: TheCable Lifestyle

  • Doris Ogala threatens to name Nollywood colleagues in escalating pastor scandal

    Doris Ogala threatens to name Nollywood colleagues in escalating pastor scandal

    Figures and claims cited by TheCable Lifestyle show actress Doris Ogala escalated her feud with cleric Chris Okafor by threatening to name colleagues she alleges had affairs with him.

    Ogala claimed she knows “your names” and said she has chats to back up her allegations.

    Independent checks:

    • Legit.ng: “Doris Ogala threatened to expose colleagues… claimed to have private chats…” — https://www.legit.ng/
    • Linda Ikeji Blog (Facebook): “Actress Doris Ogala threatens to expose alleged affairs…” — https://www.facebook.com/lindaikejiblogofficial/

    This is the kind of story that can spiral into multiple defamation battles if names are dropped. Watch for any official response from the cleric, and for public pushback from anyone who feels implicated.

    Source: TheCable Lifestyle — 2026-01-06 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/confess-now-doris-ogala-threatens-to-expose-colleagues-who-had-affairs-with-chris-okafor/

    Source:TheCable Lifestyle 2026-01-06

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  • Yomi Gold recounts Morocco health scare after ‘sudden headache’ in Marrakech

    Yomi Gold recounts Morocco health scare after ‘sudden headache’ in Marrakech

    Reporting by TheCable Lifestyle indicates actor Yomi Gold said he collapsed in Marrakech after a severe headache and was helped by emergency responders.

    He described the experience as a near-death scare and shared updates thanking those who intervened.

    Independent checks:

    • Daily Post Nigeria: “How a sudden headache nearly killed me…” — https://dailypost.ng/
    • Legit.ng: “Actor Yomi Gold shares near-death experience…” — https://www.legit.ng/

    Health scares change narratives quickly, but they also invite rumor. Watch for whether he shares medical specifics or a clearer diagnosis to prevent speculation from taking over the conversation.

    Source: TheCable Lifestyle — 2026-01-07 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/yomi-gold-how-a-sudden-headache-nearly-killed-me-in-morocco/

    Source: TheCable Lifestyle 2026-01-07

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  • Ayra Starr’s mum says she ended three friendships over betrayal and broken trust

    Ayra Starr’s mum says she ended three friendships over betrayal and broken trust

    In a TikTok reflection cited by TheCable Lifestyle, Nene Aderigbigbe—Ayra Starr’s mum—said she cut off three close friends after incidents she described as betrayal and a breakdown of trust.

    She narrated one fallout as stemming from a friend allegedly sharing a private conversation with her husband.

    Independent checks:

    • Linda Ikeji Blog: “Ayra Starr’s mum… reveals why she cut ties with 3 close friends” — https://lindaikejisblog.com/
    • Instablog9ja (X): “Ayra Starr’s mum… why I cut ties with three close friends” — https://x.com/instablog9ja

    It resonates because it’s not about glam—it’s about boundaries and reputation management in the social-media era. The risk now is online sleuthing and misidentification, so watch whether she keeps it general or clarifies anything further.

    Source: TheCable Lifestyle — 2026-01-07 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/ayra-starrs-mum-why-i-cut-ties-with-three-close-friends/

    Source: TheCable Lifestyle 2026-01-07

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