Toyin Abraham’s ‘Oversabi Aunty’ Crosses ₦380m in 11 Days, Distributor Says

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According to Punch, FilmOne Entertainment announced that Toyin Abraham’s “Oversabi Aunty” has grossed over ₦380 million in 11 days, with an updated figure published as of December 29.
The update positions the film as one of the season’s strongest cinema performers, keeping momentum alive through verified public box-office numbers.
Online amplification has helped sustain the storyline beyond opening weekend, as fans track progress against other holiday releases.

Vanguard also carried the same update, repeating the phrase “Oversabi box office takeover,” while Film/industry Instagram pages posted “grossing over N380 million in just 11 days…”

Echotitbits take:
Weekly verified numbers are becoming a content engine for Nollywood. Watch for overseas screening rollouts, extended runs, and whether competing releases trigger another “numbers weekend” as studios chase holiday dominance.
Source: Punch — December 29, 2025 — https://punchng.com/toyin-abrahams-oversabi-aunty-film-grosses-over-%e2%82%a6380m-in-11-days/?amp=
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Sophia Momodu Asks Fans to Stop Calling Her Davido’s Wife

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Figures and screenshots cited by Vanguard show Sophia Momodu cautioning fans and content creators against referring to her as Davido’s wife, stressing that the label is inaccurate.
The message has gained traction because it touches a recurring issue in celebrity culture: how audiences define women through their ties to male stars, regardless of legal reality.
Reactions online are split between supporters praising boundary-setting and fans who continue to push relationship narratives.

Parallel posts carrying the same line include Nigerian Tribune (Facebook): “I’m not Davido’s wife…” and AmonPoint (blog): “Respect my journey—I’m not Davido’s wife.”

Echotitbits take:
This is identity and brand control. Watch for whether she expands the statement, whether fan pages adjust captions, and how it shapes future coverage of her appearances and business moves.
Source: Vanguard — December 30, 2025 — https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/12/im-not-davidos-wife-sophia-momodu-tells-fans/
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Influencer LazyWrita’s Final Instagram Note Sparks Tributes and Mental-Health Talk

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December 30, 2025

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According to People, Nigerian influencer Anda “LazyWrita” Damisa was reported dead after a final Instagram message that included a plea to followers not to cry for him.
The post’s tone and timing triggered an immediate wave of tributes and debate across Nigerian social media, with many users calling for deeper mental-health conversations.
As screenshots circulated widely, reputable outlets leaned on the post itself and follow-up reporting rather than speculation about circumstances.

Related coverage repeating the same screenshots and message includes Linda Ikeji Blog: “Don’t cry for me please o…” alongside People’s reporting: “Don’t cry for me please…”.

Echotitbits take:
This is a sensitive story that should be handled without sensationalism. The bigger issue is mental health and community support—watch for any official family/friend confirmations and for credible initiatives that push resources, not gossip.
Source: People — December 29, 2025 — https://people.com/instagram-influencer-lazywrita-announces-own-death-8787056
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Mohbad’s Widow Denies ‘New Baby’ Claims, Calls It a Smear Campaign

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December 30, 2025

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Reporting by TheCable Lifestyle indicates Omowunmi (Mohbad’s widow) has denied claims that she welcomed a second child with another man, describing the allegation as a smear campaign.
Her reaction followed renewed online chatter, with multiple outlets citing her response and urging the public to disregard the claim.
The episode shows how quickly misinformation can scale around high-profile grief stories, even without any credible evidence.

Other outlets carrying the same denial include The Eagle Online: “This smear campaign is funny asf…” and QED.ng: “this smear campaign is funny asf…”, both citing her statement.

Echotitbits take:
This story is best treated as rumour-control, not speculation fuel. The denial is direct and consistent across multiple reports. Watch for whether her camp takes legal steps to deter repeat claims and whether platforms reduce amplification of defamatory content.
Source: TheCable Lifestyle — December 29, 2025 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/mohbads-wife-denies-welcoming-child-with-another-man/
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Tiwa Savage’s $1,000 Fan Gift at Calabar Carnival Becomes the Festive Clip of the Night

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December 30, 2025

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In a report carried by TheCable Lifestyle, Tiwa Savage surprised a concertgoer with a $1,000 cash gift during her Calabar Carnival performance after he called out for support.
Video snippets from the show show a quick exchange that drew cheers and then spread rapidly across social media, with fans framing it as a standout feel-good moment of the carnival run.
The clip has also spotlighted how “on-stage generosity” has become a fast-moving viral currency during peak festive season.

Additional posts echoing the same moment include Pulse Nigeria (Instagram): “Fans were cheering as Tiwa Savage gave a lucky fan $1,000…” and AFRO NIGERIA (X): “Tiwa Savage sprayed $1,000 on a fan at the Calabar Carnival…”

Echotitbits take:
Small on-stage moments can reshape public perception at scale. Watch for whether the beneficiary’s story gets follow-up coverage, and whether more artists respond with similar crowd interactions as the season peaks.
Source: TheCable Lifestyle — December 30, 2025 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/video-tiwa-savage-sprays-a-fan-with-1000-at-calabar-carnival-concert/
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Wizkid’s Lagos Pop-In With Gunna Turns Detty December Fest Into a Viral Night

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According to Channels Television, Wizkid made an unannounced appearance at Gunna’s Detty December Fest show in Lagos, sparking one of the loudest crowd moments of the season.
Clips from inside the venue show the pair linking up on stage and running through their collaboration “Forever Be Mine,” with fans treating the cameo like a headline set.
The surprise has also reignited talk about more cross-Atlantic stage linkups during Nigeria’s December concert run, especially as Lagos keeps attracting global guests.

Other reporting and posts backing the moment include Detty December Fest (Instagram): “Unmatched energy… @gunna brought the heat to Lagos” and REVOLT (Instagram): “The crowd rightfully went crazy…”.

Echotitbits take:
This is Detty December at full throttle—surprise cameos, global guests, and clips built for replay. Watch for whether Wizkid and Gunna push the collaboration harder with additional live dates, a remix, or an official visual as 2026 planning begins.
Source: ChannelsTV — December 30, 2025 — https://www.channelstv.com/2025/12/30/video-wizkid-makes-surprise-performance-at-gunnas-detty-december-fest-show/
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US Pledges $2bn to UN Humanitarian Work as Trump Warns Agencies to ‘Adapt or Die’

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December 30, 2025

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Figures cited by Vanguard show the Trump administration pledged $2 billion for UN-linked humanitarian assistance while pressing agencies to reform and operate under tighter financial realities.

The pledge comes amid a broader global aid squeeze, with major donors tightening budgets and the UN recalibrating how it funds life-saving interventions across conflict and hunger hotspots.

US officials argue consolidation and accountability are needed to reduce duplication, while critics warn that harsh funding conditions can force programme scale-backs in already fragile contexts.

AP reported the warning that agencies must “adapt, shrink or die” in the context of the pledge and reform push. Fox News also reported the ultimatum to “adapt, shrink, or die,” alongside the $2bn humanitarian funding commitment.

Echotitbits take: The pledge is big, but the conditions attached may matter more. Watch how funds are channelled, which crises get priority in 2026, and whether UN agencies accept consolidation or push back against politicised funding.

Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette — December 29, 2025 (https://www.post-gazette.com/news/world/2025/12/29/us-pledges-2-billion-un-humanitarian-aid/stories/202512290055)

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Court Sums Up Banking Tensions as CBN, NDIC Face Summons Over Licence Revocations

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Reporting by The Nation indicates the dispute over the revoked operating licences of Aso Savings and Loans Plc and Union Homes Savings and Loans Plc has moved deeper into court, with CBN and NDIC drawn into legal proceedings.

The regulator’s action followed claims of financial distress and insolvency concerns, while NDIC began depositor verification and resolution steps as liquidator.

The episode is significant for the mortgage-bank segment, where confidence is sensitive and depositor-protection messaging is crucial to preventing panic.

The Guardian reported the CBN said the revocation “took effect on December 15, 2025,” citing relevant legal and regulatory provisions. Legit.ng reported that “the NDIC was appointed as liquidator,” and said depositor verification and payments were being initiated.

Echotitbits take: The key risk is depositor confidence. If NDIC payouts are fast and communications clear, spillover stays limited; if not, rumours can spread quickly. Watch timelines for verification, payout caps, and any court orders affecting resolution steps.

Source: The Nation — December 30, 2025 (https://thenationonlineng.net/justice-nwite-summons-cbn-ndic-over-revoked-licenses/)

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Cashew Farmers Push Back Against Export Restriction Plans, Warn of Income Shock

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In an update published by Punch, cashew farmers under the National Cashew Association of Nigeria urged the Federal Government to drop proposals to restrict or ban raw cashew exports, warning it could hurt livelihoods and non-oil export earnings.

Stakeholders argue Nigeria lacks sufficient processing capacity to absorb output, meaning a clampdown could depress farm-gate prices and trigger job losses across trading and logistics chains.

Supporters of restrictions say processors need protection from foreign buyers, but opponents insist the better fix is investment in processing plants, not an export ban.

The Guardian quoted a stakeholder warning, “If the government bans raw cashew export, 95 per cent of what we produce will be left to rot.” NCAN’s Dr Joseph Ajanaku was quoted saying, “we can’t accept that and you cannot ban the export of raw cashew nuts in Nigeria.”

Echotitbits take: If value-add is the goal, sequencing matters—processing capacity first, restrictions later (if ever). Watch for incentives (tax breaks, credit, export-processing zones) that expand local processing without crushing rural incomes.

Source: The Punch— December 29, 2025 (https://punchng.com/cashew-farmers-oppose-export-ban/)

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Vitafoam Posts Major Profit Rebound as Consumer-Goods Earnings Surge

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According to Punch, Vitafoam Nigeria Plc recorded a sharp rebound in full-year performance, reporting net profit of about ₦14.54bn for the year ended September 2025, alongside stronger revenue and operating profit.

The numbers reflect a consumer-goods firm navigating FX pressures, cost dynamics and price adjustments, with improved operating metrics helping lift the bottom line.

Investors will watch how the company sustains margins amid inflation and currency volatility, including raw material sourcing and working-capital discipline.

Premium Times reported profit “leaped more than fifteen times” and referenced a dividend and bonus-share plan. Nairametrics said the company’s pre-tax profit jumped “1,775% year-on-year,” also noting dividend/bonus actions.

Echotitbits take: The key question is durability—was this driven by demand, pricing power, or a one-off cost/FX swing? Watch quarterly momentum, input-cost trends, and whether consumer spending holds up into Q1 2026.

Source: The Punch — December 30, 2025 (https://punchng.com/vitafoam-posts-n14-5bn-profit-surge/)

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