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Nathaniel Bassey files petition against 4 social media users over paternity rumours
Gospel artiste Nathaniel Bassey has petitioned Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun to investigate and prosecute four individuals who falsely accused him of being the father of Mercy Chinwo’s child.
Bassey’s legal representatives submitted the petition on April 1, 2024, alleging criminal defamation and cyberstalking against the individuals identified as Okoronkwo Ejike, Kingsley Ibeh, Terrence Ekot, and Dj Spoiltkid.
Last week, these four social media users alleged that Bassey fathered the child of fellow popular gospel singer Mercy Chinwo, leading to the spread of the false accusation on X (formerly Twitter).
Bassey’s legal team stressed the severity of the matter, highlighting how such baseless accusations not only damage Bassey’s reputation but also have far-reaching consequences on both personal and professional fronts.
The petition read, “Our client is a gospel music minister whose songs and ministrations have impacted the lives of so many from different walks of life across the globe.
“On Friday, the 29th day of March 2024, Mercy Chinwo Blessed, another popular gospel music minister, and her husband posted pictures of their son and themselves on different social media platforms.
“However, our client was disheartened, saddened, and grossly disturbed to find that the above-mentioned suspects, as mischief makers with a criminal intent to destroy the image and character of our client, had made different social media posts of defamatory matter, calling our client ‘the father of minister Mercy Chinwo Blessed’s son,’ a woman who is married to another man.
“The post by Mr. Okoronkwo Ejike has since gone viral on the platform. In reaction to the post, Mr. Kingsley Ibeh commented on Mr. Okoronkwo’s post with a picture of our client with the caption ‘The real father of the baby.
“In a post on the platform “X” formerly known as Twitter, “Dj SpoiltKid” a verified X user, quoted the statement by Okoronkwo Ejike along with a screenshot of the post and added, ‘When are we doing a DNA test?’
“In another post, Mr. Terrence Ekot, on the platform “X” made a post thus: ‘Take a look at the stunning resemblance of mercy chinwo’s son and Nathaniel Bassey. Though the duo has been working together on several projects in the past..what do you have to say?” (sic).
The lawyers argued that the social media posts by the four individuals amounted to character assassination.
They said the actions violated Sections 373 and 375 of the Criminal Code Act, along with Section 24(1)(b) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act.
“The consequences of making such statements on social media have been known to tarnish the reputations of individuals, render marriages unstable, and many never recover from them. International reputation is an asset—both for the individual and for the nation—and it takes time to acquire.
“Consequently, we urge you to use your good offices to, in the interest of justice, investigate this matter, arrest, and bring the suspect to justice, which will serve as a deterrent to others,” the petition added.
Source: VANGUARD NEWS
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“Brave and blessed woman”- Timi Dakolo celebrates his wife Busola as she turns 40 years old
Singer and chorus leader, Timi Dakolo, was thrilled as his wife, Busola Dakolo, marked her 40th birthday on Thursday, October 3, 2024.
He wrote a song for her special day and expressed his feelings through it.
Timi described Busola as beautiful like ten people. He also mentioned that she can be stubborn and enjoys winning arguments, but he loves her just the same.
Busola Dakolo felt thankful to celebrate another year of her life. She acknowledged her imperfections but emphasized that she is genuine and courageous. She believes that real strength comes from embracing who you are, including your flaws and dreams.
As a mother of three, she is working on accepting her weaknesses, and through this process, she has discovered her inner strength. She appreciates the highs and lows, the love and lessons, and the bravery to remain true to herself.
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Rapper Kanye West sued by former Security Guard who claims he wasn’t paid for his services
A former security guard, Jonathan Monroe, has initiated legal proceedings against Kanye West, asserting that the rapper did not compensate him for his services.
Court documents indicate that West engaged Monroe in August 2021 to provide security at his residence in Malibu, California, with a stipulated hourly wage of $30.
Monroe contends that he worked considerable hours, between 36 and 50 hours weekly, yet did not receive any payment.
He further claims that after expressing concerns regarding his unpaid wages, West terminated his employment in October 2021.
The lawsuit seeks restitution for:
– Unpaid wages
– Interest on the owed amount
– Punitive damages
This legal matter comes to light following West’s recent sale of his Malibu property for $21 million, a significant reduction from its original listing price of $53 million.
Singer and chorus leader, Timi Dakolo, was thrilled as his wife, Busola Dakolo, marked her 40th birthday on Thursday, October 3, 2024.
He wrote a song for her special day and expressed his feelings through it.
Timi described Busola as beautiful like ten people. He also mentioned that she can be stubborn and enjoys winning arguments, but he loves her just the same.
Busola Dakolo felt thankful to celebrate another year of her life. She acknowledged her imperfections but emphasized that she is genuine and courageous. She believes that real strength comes from embracing who you are, including your flaws and dreams.
As a mother of three, she is working on accepting her weaknesses, and through this process, she has discovered her inner strength. She appreciates the highs and lows, the love and lessons, and the bravery to remain true to herself.
Showbiz & Lifestyle
BBNaija: Wanni wins Innoson car challenge, gets emotional
BBNaija Season 9 housemate, Wanni, was overcome with emotion as she emerged victorious in the Innoson Car Challenge.
The housemates competed in the much-anticipated challenge, which has become a signature event on the show, with the grand prize being a car from the renowned Nigerian automobile manufacturer, Innoson Motors.
This year’s challenge featured several tasks, including assembling puzzles shaped like a car. Wanni showcased her skills and determination by completing the puzzle in record time, beating her fellow housemates to clinch the prize.
Upon being announced as the winner, Wanni jumped with excitement and immediately shared the joyous news with her twin sister, Handi, exclaiming that they had won a brand-new car. It was a moment of pure elation for Wanni, making her victory even more memorable.
“Handi, we got a car!” she screamed excitedly.
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Wizkid continues to shade Davido, reflects on their last link-up
Nigerian music superstar Wizkid has continued to express his disdain for fellow artist Davido, taking every opportunity to criticize and belittle him. The ongoing feud between the two prominent musicians has escalated further, drawing attention across social media platforms.
Recently, an incident reignited their rivalry when a video clip was shared on X (formerly Twitter) showcasing a brief and seemingly cordial interaction between Wizkid and Davido at a public event. In the video, the two were seen exchanging greetings, sparking curiosity among fans who thought the two might have settled their differences. However, a netizen accompanying the post implied that Wizkid must be secretly wishing for more moments like that encounter, suggesting a longing for reconciliation.
In response, Wizkid wasted no time confirming the user’s speculation but took it a step further by delving into details of what transpired that day. According to him, the scenario was not as it appeared on the surface. Wizkid alleged that Davido and his entourage had crashed his DJ’s party in Lagos, showing up uninvited. He claimed that the appearance was not a friendly gesture but an intrusion on what was meant to be a private event.
Wizkid further asserted that Davido’s behavior was nothing new, alleging that the singer frequently sought him out wherever he went, describing him dismissively as his “fanboy.” He insisted that Davido’s efforts to connect with him were not genuine and were only attempts to gain attention or relevance in settings where Wizkid was already making headlines.
The harsh words from Wizkid have only added fuel to the already intense rivalry between the two musicians. Fans of both artists have been divided, with some siding with Wizkid for his candor, while others criticize him for taking unnecessary jabs at Davido. The situation has led to a social media storm, with hashtags related to both artists trending as supporters and critics weigh in on the unfolding drama.
Despite the tensions, it remains unclear if the rivalry will deescalate anytime soon or if this is merely another chapter in their long-standing competition. For now, the public can only watch and wait to see what happens next in this ongoing clash between two of Nigeria’s biggest musical icons.
In his words:
“Want what? He looks for me everywhere I go like a fan boy he his! This was an event for one of my Dj’s Skyla in Lagos! We no invite dem!”
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs faces more than 100 new assault allegations
More than 100 people are to sue rap musician Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs for sexual assault, rape and sexual exploitation, a US lawyer has said.
Texas-based lawyer Tony Buzbee said that some of the alleged victims include minors who were abused when they were as young as nine years old.
“This is an important matter that we intend to aggressively pursue,” Mr Buzbee told reporters.
Erica Wolff, a lawyer representing Mr Combs, said the rapper “emphatically and categorically” denies the allegations, saying they are “false and defamatory”.
Ms Wolff said in a statement to the BBC that Mr Combs “looks forward to proving his innocence and vindicating himself in court, where the truth will be established based on evidence, not speculation”.
The legal action is the latest against Mr Combs.
Mr Combs was arrested last week and is facing criminal charges of racketeering and sex trafficking. He is currently in federal custody after he was denied bail, which he is appealing.
He has denied all allegations of criminal wrongdoing.
According to Mr Buzbee, who is licensed to practice law in Texas and New York, the total number of alleged victims he is representing is 120, with half of them being men and the other half women who hail from more than 25 states across the US.
He added that 25 of the alleged victims he is representing were minors. This marks the first time that Mr Combs has been accused of sexually abusing children.
The allegations span between 1991 to as recently as this year with the incidents taking place in Los Angeles, New York and Miami, Mr Buzbee said. He added most of the incidents occurred after 2015.
Most of the plaintiffs, he said, allege they were date raped after parties hosted by Mr Combs that were held at well-known venues, as well as private residences and hotels.
Mr Buzbee said the parties were either to mark an album release, or were New Year’s Eve parties and US Independence Day parties. Others occurred at what he said were auditions.
“Many times, especially young people wanting to break into the industry, were coerced into this type of conduct in the promise of being made a star or the promise of having Sean Combs listen to their tape,” Mr Buzbee said.
One man, who was aged nine at the time, alleges he was sexually abused by Mr Combs and his associates at a recording studio in New York while trying to land a record deal, according to his lawyer.
“Had he not been in power, I feel I could’ve been something great. I quit the industry because of what Sean Combs did to me,” he said in a statement via his lawyer.
Another man, who was also a minor at the time, alleged he was told by Mr Combs he would be made a “star”, but he first needed to visit the rapper alone without his parents.
Once in a private area, his lawyer claimed Mr Combs then requested the boy perform oral sex on him.
Mr Buzbee also raised the case of a then-15-year-old girl who alleges she was flown to New York for a party hosted by Mr Combs and was subsequently raped by him and others.
The lawyer claimed there was a clear modus operandi with alleged victims typically being offered “laced” drinks before being sexually assaulted.
“The biggest secret in the entertainment industry has finally been revealed to the world,” Mr Buzbee said. “The wall of silence has now been broken.”
He added that this is not a class action lawsuit and that there will be individual cases filed for each alleged victim.
Andrew Van Arsdale, an attorney at the AVA law group which is working with Mr Buzbee, said his firm had received more than 3,000 phone calls from people alleging abuse by the music mogul.
In addition to the 120 alleged victims, he said his firm were working to vet another 100 cases.
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BBNaija S9: ‘I’m sorry, it’s just a game’ – Kassia apologies for flirting with Toby Forge
Newly evicted Big Brother Naija ‘No Loose Guard’ housemate, Kassia has apologized to colleague, Toby Forge for leading him on despite being married.
Kassia made the apology in an exclusive chat with the show host, Ebuka Ookbi-Uchendu.
DAILY POST recalls that Toby Forge had repeatedly expressed romantic interest in Kassia during their stay in the house, and discussed his desire to have a child with her.
However, speaking about the dynamics of relationships on the show after her eviction, she expressed regret, noting that it was all part of the game.
In a viral video on social media, Kassia said “Toby I’m sorry, it was just a game.”
Kassia and her husband entered the show as DoubleKay pair before the organizer unpaired the housemates.
The married couple hide their marriage from other contestants until after Kassia’s eviction on Sunday.
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