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  • Angela Okorie reportedly detained in cybercrime-linked dispute involving Mercy Johnson

    Angela Okorie reportedly detained in cybercrime-linked dispute involving Mercy Johnson

    According to Daily Post, Angela Okorie was reportedly arrested by operatives linked to a cybercrime unit in a case connected to her dispute with Mercy Johnson—fueling heavy chatter across Nollywood timelines. The story escalated because it’s not just “beef”—it’s now framed as a legal/police matter, and that changes how the public reads every prior post and shade.

    Echotitbits take: If this proceeds beyond “reports,” watch for court filings, verified statements, or withdrawals (common in celebrity disputes). Also watch who speaks: when producers/bloggers jump in early, it often signals deeper industry alignments behind the scenes.

    Source: Daily Post – https://dailypost.ng/2026/01/28/mercy-johnson-reportedly-arrests-angela-okorie-for-cyber-bullying/ January 28, 2026
    Photo Credit: Daily Post

  • Allwell Ademola Tributes Continue as Family Clarifies Key Details

    Allwell Ademola Tributes Continue as Family Clarifies Key Details

    2025-12-30 18:00:00
    In an update carried by Punch, the family of late actress/producer Allwell Ademola mourned her and clarified details that have been circulating publicly as tributes continue to spread.
    Guardian Life also reported the death and noted the wave of colleague and fan reactions, keeping the story trending as more memorial posts appear.
    While the passing occurred earlier in the week, the topic remains active as the industry shares memories and audiences seek reliable information.

    Guardian Life’s report described her as having “died at the age of 49,” while Punch noted the family’s clarification on her age in its coverage.

    Echotitbits take:
    When grief is public, misinformation can spike. The responsible move is to rely on family statements and reputable outlets, avoid speculating about causes, and watch for official burial/funeral information from trusted channels.
    Source: The Punch — December 28, 2025 — https://punchng.com/family-mourns-late-nollywood-actress-allwell-ademola/
    The Punch
    2025-12-28
    Photo Credit: The Punch

  • Tributes pour in after influencer LazyWrita’s death is announced via Instagram

    Tributes pour in after influencer LazyWrita’s death is announced via Instagram

    Photo Credit: People

    2025-12-29

    In a report by Punch, Nigerian influencer Anda Damisa (popularly known as LazyWrita) was reported dead after an announcement surfaced via his Instagram account.

    The news spread rapidly across social media, with fans and peers sharing tributes, while mainstream outlets treated details around circumstances cautiously.

    As always with death reports online, the responsible focus is confirmation, respect for family privacy, and avoiding speculation.

    Verification

    • People (Website): “announced his death in an Instagram post…”
    • LazyWrita (Instagram): “I lived a full and adventurous life.”

    Echotitbits take: The creator economy’s visibility can hide real vulnerability. Watch for verified updates from family or representatives and for any credible clarification from authorities—until then, steer clear of rumor-driven “explanations.”

    Source: People — December 29, 2025 — https://people.com/influencer-anda-damisa-known-as-lazywrita-announces-own-death-on-instagram-11877003

    People 2025-12-29