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Nollywood star Regina Daniels has left fans worried after breaking down in tears in a new video where she spoke about her emotional struggles and hinted at returning to her husband.

In the video shared via her Instagram Story early Friday, the actress said she was struggling mentally and emotionally, adding that she felt like she was “losing her mind.”

“I tried. I feel like I’m going crazy, I’m losing my mind, and it’s not making any sense. I’m really crying in front of everybody,” she said tearfully.

Her emotional post comes just a day after she celebrated the reconciliation of her parents, who had been estranged for years.

“Two concluded sworn enemies reuniting with no negative ulterior motive other than their daughter’s happiness,” Daniels wrote on Thursday.

The actress revealed that her parents are currently in Abuja, working together to secure the release of her brother, Sammy, who has reportedly been in detention for days.

“Sammy’s detainment is taking way too long, but we will get him out even if I have to march there myself and create a storm! Since they want me!” she declared.

In another clip, actress Mercy Johnson was seen searching for Sammy, saying, “He’s not here,” before leaving to continue the search.

Overwhelmed by the situation, Daniels said through tears, “Every time I wake up, I say one thing — oh my brother, today I hear good news, he’s about to be free, then tomorrow I hear another thing. Like, what’s the problem? But I’ve tried. I have to go. I will go back.”

Her remarks have sparked renewed concern among fans, especially as it comes weeks after she hinted at domestic violence in her marriage to Senator Ned Nwoko.

In an earlier viral video from October 18, Daniels was seen crying and saying, “In Ned Nwoko’s house, I am nothing. But in my house, I am a queen. Not again. I can’t stand the violence, it’s too much.”

Nwoko later denied the claims, alleging that his wife’s emotional outburst was due to “drug and alcohol abuse” and insisting she needed rehabilitation.

British actress Pauline Collins, has passed away at the age of 85. The Oscar nominated actress was said to have passed on after battling with Parkinson’s disease for years.

Her family in a statement revealed that Collins passed on peacefully on Thursday, surrounded by her family.

“Pauline was so many things to so many people, playing a variety of roles in her life. A bright, sparky, witty presence on stage and screen. Her illustrious career saw her play politicians, mothers and queens. She will always be remembered as the iconic, strong-willed, vivacious and wise Shirley Valentine a role that she made all her own. We were familiar with all those parts of her because her magic was contained in each one of them. Warm, funny, generous, thoughtful, wise, she was always there for us. She could not have had a more peaceful goodbye. We hope you will remember her at the height of her powers,” they said.

The actress is known for her impact and roles in Hollywood films. She won the Olivier award for best actress in 1988 and the Tony Award for the Best Actress in a Play in 1989.

By Kazeem Ugbodaga

The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Matthew Hassan Kukah, has described U.S. President Donald Trump as a “symptom of the disease that is in our country,” arguing that Trump’s rise reflects the moral and leadership challenges facing societies globally, including Nigeria.

Speaking at the 60th birthday celebration of ace journalist, Reuben Abati, in Lagos on Friday, Kukah said “If all of us are confusing Trump, it’s a symptom. Trump is a symptom of the disease that is in our country.

“It doesn’t matter who kills the snake, whether it is a man or a woman; what matters is that the snake is dead. Whether it is Trump or someone else who has given us this opportunity for reflection, it is time for Nigeria to rise and wake up.”

The outspoken cleric urged Nigerians to look beyond personalities and instead focus on building enduring institutions and laws capable of restraining even the best leaders from misusing power.

Drawing comparisons with Ghana’s political system, Kukah noted that the West African neighbour had introduced laws requiring by-elections within 42 days when lawmakers defect from their parties, a mechanism, he said, that strengthens democracy and accountability.

“We keep saying we want good people to govern us, but what we really need are good laws to guide even the best among us,” he stated.

“A nation cannot depend on good intentions alone; it must be built on rules that protect the collective interest.”

Kukah also reflected on Nigeria’s political challenges, citing the defection of a former Speaker of the House of Representatives as an example of how constitutional ambiguities can be exploited.

He questioned what happens when the very person meant to announce defections becomes the defector, stressing the need for stronger legal clarity.

Turning to Nigeria’s judiciary, Kukah said the country’s democratic progress depends heavily on the integrity and independence of the courts.

He praised the sacrifices of men and women who have worked to sustain the nation’s democracy, while warning that moral decay and weak institutions continue to hinder national development.

“We are running on half-time already,” he remarked. “We have not yet realised our full potential. It is time for us to think more deeply about the values that shape our society and how we can strengthen them.”

Kukah urged Nigerians to move beyond despair and cynicism, stressing that with moral clarity, institutional reform, and civic courage, the country can overcome its internal contradictions.

Rita Daniels, mother of Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, has alleged that her daughter’s husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, has issued an arrest warrant against her.

In a chat shared by Regina on her Instragram Story, Rita claimed that the lawmaker directed that she be arrested on or before next Monday.

She did not disclose the reason behind the alleged arrest order, but her statement has added a new twist to the ongoing family drama involving the actress and her husband.

Earlier, the Regina Daniels had claimed she struggling mentally and emotionally, adding that she felt like she was “losing her mind.”

“I tried. I feel like I’m going crazy, I’m losing my mind, and it’s not making any sense. I’m really crying in front of everybody,” she said tearfully.

She concluded saying, she ‘will go back’.

Police in Ogun State have declared a senior officer of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Funmilayo Oluwamayokun, and her teenage daughter, Sewa Lasisi, missing.

According to a statement issued on Friday by the state Police Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, the officer and her daughter left their home in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, on Sunday and have not been seen since.

Oluwamayokun, a Superintendent Route Commander, is a senior operational officer with the FRSC responsible for overseeing several routes and coordinating enforcement operations in the state.

Police said family members and colleagues had been unable to reach the officer or her daughter on their mobile phones.

“The Ogun State Police Command is seeking the assistance of the general public in locating one SRC Lasisi Funmilayo Oluwamayokun, a 38-year-old female officer of the FRSC, Abeokuta Unit, and her daughter, Sewa Lasisi, who have been declared missing,” the statement read.

The report, according to police, was lodged at the Kemta Divisional Police Headquarters on Tuesday, November 5, by an FRSC officer serving in Abeokuta, along with the victims’ family members.

The statement said the mother and daughter left their home at Obasanjo Hilltop Estate, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, on Sunday, November 2, and have not returned.

“All efforts to reach them on the phone have proved abortive,” the statement added.

The Commissioner of Police, according to Odutola, has ordered a full investigation into the case to uncover the circumstances surrounding their disappearance and ensure their safe return.

The command also appealed to anyone with useful information about their whereabouts to report to the nearest police station, assuring that all information will be treated with strict confidentiality.

By Kazeem Ugbodaga

Russia says it is closely watching political developments in Nigeria following U.S. President Donald Trump’s controversial remarks hinting at possible American military intervention in the country.

Trump had, during a campaign rally on 1 November 2025, claimed that he had instructed the U.S. Department of Defense to prepare options for action in Nigeria to “protect Christian communities,” alleging widespread persecution.

The comment immediately drew global attention and diplomatic reactions.

In a statement released in Moscow, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said Russia was “closely monitoring the situation in Nigeria” and urged the United States to respect international law and Nigeria’s sovereignty.

Zakharova described Trump’s remarks as “unconstructive and potentially destabilising,” warning that any attempt at unilateral military intervention in a sovereign African nation would violate the United Nations Charter.

“Russia reaffirms its commitment to the principles of non-interference and calls on all parties to prioritise dialogue and respect for Nigeria’s territorial integrity,” the statement read.

The Nigerian government swiftly dismissed Trump’s claims of religious persecution, stressing that recent security challenges in the country affected citizens of all faiths.

Officials also confirmed that diplomatic consultations were ongoing with Washington to clarify the U.S. president’s statement.

China also issued a similar caution against foreign interference, saying Nigeria’s internal affairs should be handled domestically and through legitimate regional mechanisms.

nalysts believe Moscow’s quick response underscores its growing strategic interest in Africa and its intent to counterbalance U.S. influence on the continent.

Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy and a key energy producer, has become a focal point in the geopolitical contest among global powers.

Meanwhile, Trump’s remarks have sparked criticism from human rights groups and religious leaders who accused him of exploiting Nigeria’s internal issues for political gain.

Observers warn that escalating rhetoric from foreign powers could strain Nigeria’s diplomatic relations and complicate its security cooperation with Western nations.

Lagos socialite and nightclub owner, Mike Nwalie, popularly known as Pretty Mike, has been granted N50 million bail by the Federal High Court in Lagos over alleged drug-related offences.

Pretty Mike, who owns Proxy Lagos Night Club, was arraigned alongside the club’s supervisor, Joachim Hillary, 32, by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).

The duo appeared before Justice Ambrose Lewis-Allagoa on a three-count charge of conspiracy, unlawful possession, and allowing the use of the club for illegal drug activities.

ccording to the prosecution counsel, Buhari Abdullahi, the offences were committed around October 26, 2025, at No. 7, Akin Adesola Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.

The NDLEA alleged that the defendants organised a drug party at the nightclub, where its operatives later recovered 200 grams of Cannabis Sativa and 177 cylinders of Nitrous Oxide (laughing gas) weighing 364.662 kilograms in total.

bdullahi also said Hillary was found with 200 grams of Cannabis Sativa without lawful authority. Pretty Mike, 45, was accused of permitting drug activities at his club.

The prosecution said their actions violated Sections 14(b) and 20(1)(c) of the NDLEA Act, Cap N30, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004. Both men pleaded not guilty to the charges.

Their counsel, Dr. B.S. Awosika (SAN), asked the court to grant bail on liberal terms, saying the defendants had no previous criminal record and would be available for trial.

But the prosecutor opposed the request, urging the court to order an accelerated hearing instead.

In his ruling, Justice Lewis-Allagoa held that the defendants were presumed innocent until proven guilty and that the prosecution failed to provide reasons to deny bail.

He granted each defendant 50 million bail, with two sureties in like sum, and ordered the sureties to swear to an affidavit of means. The judge released the defendants to their counsel pending the fulfilment of their bail conditions and adjourned the case to January 14, 2026, for trial.

Nigerian singer, Omawumi has finally opened up on her relationship with late rapper Dagrin and music producer Dokta Frabz.

While speaking in an interview with Jay On Air, Omawumi revealed that she dated Dokta Frabz at at time, but was only friends with Dagrin.

She spoke about their friendship, regarding the late rapper as a fantastic person.

“Dagrin was my guy, we used to hanged out together. He was a fantastic person. I was drawn to Dokta Frabz because he such a lover of music. He was incredibly talented. He would look into my eyes while singing and I would be cheering. And because of that, I was always around him -in his studio. I met most of the music industry figures through Dokta Frabz. We actually dated,” she revealed

By Maduabuchi Nmeribeh/Kano

Shockwaves gripped residents of Sarai Village in Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area of Kano State on Thursday as the lifeless body of a 96-year old woman (name unknown) was found inside open toilet pit.

The Public Relations Officer of Kano State Fire Service, Saminu Abdullahi, confirmed the incident in a statement, on Friday.

ccording to him, the Fire Service Emergency Response Unit received a distress call from one Usman Adamu on Thursday, reporting that an elderly woman had fallen into a toilet pit in Sarai Village.

bdullahi further stated that: “The Kano State Fire Service, under the leadership of the Director, Sani Anas, received a distress call from Usman Adamu at about 9:27 a.m. on Thursday, November 6, 2025, reporting the tragedy of a woman falling into a toilet pit in Sarai Village, Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area.

“Upon arrival at the scene, the rescue team discovered that the victim had been missing for four days.

“Relatives told officials that the deceased had been suffering from mental illness, and despite several days of searching, her whereabouts remained unknown until she was found in the pit.”

However, the Fire Service team retrieved the victim from the pit, but she was later confirmed dead.

bdullahi expressed condolences to the family of the dead woman, and urged the public to ensure safety within their surroundings.

Her remains was handed over to the Ward Head of the community, Musa Muhammad, while residents were advised to ensure that open toilet pits are properly covered to prevent future occurrence of such tragic incident.

Lagos State government has sealed Tower College of Health Sciences in Gberigbe, Ikorodu, for operating an illegal nursing programme.

A joint enforcement teamon Thursday, comprising officials of theLagos State Ministry of Health through theDirectorate of Nursing Services (DNS),theNursing and Midwifery Committee of Lagos State,andtheNational Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwife(NANNM), Lagos State branch,withmen of theRapid Response Squad (RRS), stormed the school premises to enforce the closure.

During the operation, theDirector of the college, Femi Ajekigbe was arrested and has been taken into custody for questioning and further legal action by theState.

Speaking to journalists after the closure, MrsSolaAketi, the Director of Nursing Services,Lagos State Ministry of Healthnoted that the institution had been notified of the imminent closure after an inspection team from the Nursing and Midwifery Committee of the state had earlier visited the institution in January 20, 2025, to assess its compliance with standards but several irregularities were uncovered.

ccording to her,the team led by Dr. Oladapo Olawale, alongside Nurse Ilawole,Comrade Ayobami Amusan and Comrade Idowu Osuntuyi reported that Tower College of Health Sciences failed to meet basic academic and infrastructural requirements for nursing education and consequently lacked accreditation from theNursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria,NMCN.

She confirmed that Tower College is just one of many unaccredited institutions operating inLagosand vowed to extend the clampdown to other illegal nursing schools as theState will no longer condone such dangerous death traps.

keti said, “As a result of this closure, the illegal institution will cease all nursing training and educational activities with immediate effect.

“We have several of these schools across the state, and we will not stop until they are all shut down.

“Any further operation of the college is be considered unauthorized and dangerous to the people of Ikorodu and Lagos in general,” she added.

She warned that activities of these unapproved health institutions are dangerous and inimical to the well-being of any society and weaken the state healthcare delivery system.

Dr.Olawale Oladapo, who led the team in January 20, 2025 had advised the Association and the state government that the school lacked basic requirements needed for accreditation and so included in his report the immediate closure of the illegal school for the safety of the people.

In his report, he observed that, “the school had no demonstration room, no hospital affiliation for clinical postings, and no hostel accommodation for students who shockingly were already in their 300 level without undergoing any clinical training and resource verification from the nursing council.

“The inspection committee, however, recommended the immediate closure of the school, withdrawal of all students, and also the licenses of individuals parading themselves as nursing tutors without approval,” Oladapo noted.

Following the report, the Nursing and Midwifery Committee of the Stateand the Lagos State Ministry of Health issued a formal closure notice dated 20th February 2025, signed by Dr. Olawale Oladapo, Secretary of the Committee.

The letter stated that the decision to close the institution was due to failure to meet the minimum standards for accreditation as outlined in NMCN regulations, non-compliance with repeated warnings to correct identified deficiencies and evidence of substandard training and education, posing risks to the health, safety, and wellbeing of students and the public.

The premises have since been sealed and placed under surveillance to prevent any further unauthorized operation of the college as contrary action will be considered unauthorized and may result in legal action.