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Kanayo O. Kanayo Questions Military Presence in South-East Nigeria
Veteran Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo has recently voiced his concerns regarding the heavy military and police presence in the South-Eastern region of Nigeria. In a poignant video shared on his Instagram page, the actor highlighted the distressing experiences faced by travelers in this area, drawing a stark comparison to his journey from Ibadan to Lagos.
Kanayo recounted his early morning trip, noting that within the span of one hour, he encountered no police or military checkpoints over a distance of 80 kilometers. In contrast, he questioned why the South-East is subjected to such extensive militarization, where travelers cannot traverse 200 kilometers without encountering multiple checkpoints.
He expressed his frustration over the humiliating treatment that passengers often endure, stating, “They humiliate people that plied same distance from Enugu-Onitsha so badly that most of the time that passengers are asked to come down with their hands up.” This statement underscores the alarming nature of security measures that seem to disproportionately affect the region.
Kanayo’s remarks raise critical questions about the status of the South-East within the broader context of Nigeria. He urged representatives to acknowledge the state of federal roads and the implications of the ongoing military presence. As the dialogue surrounding security and civil rights continues, Kanayo’s observations serve as a crucial reminder of the need for equitable treatment across all regions of Nigeria.
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Nigerian singer Euphemia Ekumah, known professionally as GoodGirl LA, has declared that she will never get married. The artist stated that no man is worthy of her, responding to a fan’s comment about her cooking skills. The fan suggested that her lack of culinary interest might hinder her chances of finding a husband. GoodGirl LA retorted, “I’m never getting married because no man walking this earth deserves a goddess like me, now what?” This statement follows the singer’s recent openness about her past struggles with depression, during which she faced criticism and feelings of inadequacy.
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr recently joined British rock band Coldplay on stage during their “Music Of The Spheres” tour at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium. The “Rush” singer performed her collaborative track “Good Feelings” and her new song “Hot Body” alongside Coldplay’s frontman Chris Martin.
The concert was also attended by Inter Miami star Lionel Messi and his wife, Antonela, who were shown on the stadium’s screens, much to the delight of the audience. Starr later expressed her excitement on social media about performing in front of Messi. This performance marks another milestone for Ayra Starr, solidifying her rising global presence.
Popular Nigerian music producer and artiste manager, Soso Soberekon, has proposed a celebrity boxing match between controversial social media personality VeryDarkMan and singer Portable. Reacting to their ongoing public dispute, Soberekon offered N120 million to facilitate the event.
In a recent Instagram post, Soberekon outlined the terms: N100 million for the winner and N20 million for the loser. He emphasized settling the dispute through physical confrontation rather than online arguments, stating, “Let’s turn this online cruise into real-life bruises!” The proposed venue is the KFT Event Center in Warri, Delta State.
This offer is not Soberekon’s first foray into funding celebrity fights, suggesting a continued interest in resolving public disputes through organized boxing matches. The offer awaits acceptance from both VeryDarkMan and Portable.
GoodGirl LA: “No Man Deserves a Goddess Like Me”
Ayra Starr enjoys performing in front of Lionel Messi at Coldplay’s Miami Concert.
