Popular skit maker Samuel Bankole, widely known as Samuel Banks, is facing a difficult time after losing his newly purchased iPhone 17 Pro Max at a concert.

Just days before the incident, the content creator who recently celebrated buying a new home had been actively promoting the Luli Concert organised by the Celestial Church of Christ, expressing excitement about the event and what attendees could look forward to.

In a promotional video for the concert, which took place on Friday at Tafawa Balewa Square, Samuel was seen dressed in his signature white garment.

However, a viral clip circulating online shows a distressed Samuel Banks searching for his missing phone alongside his partner and several others.

The comedian was seen pacing anxiously while discussing the situation with a man nearby, as his partner stood by looking visibly concerned.

Onlookers could be seen attempting to call his number in hopes of locating the device, but their efforts appeared unsuccessful.

This isn’t the first time a celebrity has suffered such a loss.

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A few years ago, popular disc jockey Florence Otedola, famously known as DJ Cuppy, had her phone stolen in London after it was snatched from her hand while walking down the street.

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Imisi, the champion of the Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) ‘Ten Over Ten’ season, has officially received her winnings.

The 23-year-old winner, whose real name is Opeyemi Ayanwale, was presented with a cash prize of N80 million and a brand-new Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) at a ceremony on Tuesday.

Her victory, secured by polling the highest votes during Sunday’s finale, cements her place in the show’s history.

Not only did she claim the largest grand prize ever offered — a staggering N150 million — but she also became the fourth female winner, following in the footsteps of Mercy Eke (2019), Phyna (2022), and Ilebaye (2023).

The prize presentation marked the culmination of a whirlwind season that began with a two-day opening ceremony in July.

The show introduced 29 housemates in total, starting with the females on July 26 and the males on July 27.

After weeks of competition, the finale featured nine finalists: Imisi, Koyin, Dede, Mensan, Sultana, Jason Jae, Kola, Kaybobo, and Isabella.

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The final rankings saw Kaybobo and Isabella finish in ninth and eighth place, respectively. Mensan and Jason Jae placed seventh and sixth, while Kola finished in fifth.

Sultana was named the third runner-up, leaving Koyin and Dede as the second and first runners-up, respectively, before Imisi was crowned the ultimate winner.

In addition to the headline cash and car, Imisi also received various other prizes from the show’s sponsors.

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Nollywood actress Adunni Ade has recently achieved a significant legal victory as a Lagos High Court awarded her ₦20 million in damages.

This ruling comes after she filed a lawsuit against a media platform for publishing false claims about her dating Senator Dino Melaye. The court’s decision highlights the importance of accountability in media reporting.

This case, filed under suit number LD/17781MFHR/2024, centered on an article published in January 2023 titled “Six Popular Nigerian Actresses Who Have Been Accused of Dating Dino Melaye.” In her claim, Adunni Ade contended that the report painted her in a misleading and offensive light, infringing her constitutional right to privacy under Section 37 of the Nigerian Constitution as well as under the Nigeria Data Protection Act.

In defending itself, the online platform and its reporter argued that Adunni Ade had posted personal photos publicly on social media and that she delayed bringing the suit. However, Justice Ibironke Harrison rejected those arguments. The court held that the misuse of a person’s name or image does not require that data be voluntarily submitted by the claimant, and that a misleading portrayal (false light) is actionable in Nigerian law.

When judgment was delivered on June 24, 2025, the court ordered removal of her name and image from the contentious article and awarded her general damages of ₦20 million.

Legal analysts describe this ruling as landmark. The recognition of a “false light” claim marks a significant development for privacy and defamation law in Nigeria.

In months prior, Adunni Ade had threatened legal action over other fabricated stories and misquoted statements circulated online.

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Big Brother Naija Season 10 has officially crowned Imisioluwa Opeyemi Ayanwale, popularly known as Imisi, as its winner.

The 23-year-old housemate captured the hearts of millions with her emotional openness, fiery personality, and resilience throughout the “Ten over Ten” edition.

1. Her real name is Opeyemi Ayanwale
The 23-year-old Imisi hails from Ibadan, Oyo State, and works as a fashion designer and aspiring actress. She is known for her vibrant personality and expressive nature, and she brought both emotion and entertainment to the house from day one.

2. Imisi won several tasks during the season
Throughout the season, Imisi proved her versatility by winning six major tasks, including the Guinness, Indomie, Munchit, Gordon, Terra, TravelBeta, and Lush hair, among others.

3. One of the most talked-about housemates
From emotional diary sessions to fiery confrontations, Imisi remained a central figure in the house. She openly discussed surviving rape at age 12 and a miscarriage during a past relationship, earning viewers’ empathy for her courage to be vulnerable on national television.

4. Mix of friendship, rivalry, and romance
Imisi’s journey wasn’t without drama; she clashed with Koyin and Rooboy during a heated kitchen fight but also shared close bonds with Kola and Isabella, creating moments that trended online. Her openness about liking multiple male housemates made her one of the season’s most unpredictable contestants.

5. She won N150 million worth of prizes
At the grand finale hosted by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Imisi was announced as the winner, with Dede as the first runner-up. She takes home N80 million in cash and, overall, N150 million worth of grand prizes.

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In a society where many Christians criticize polygamy, it’s interesting to observe that some pastors have been known to engage in the practice themselves.

In contrast, Muslims typically embrace the idea of having two or more wives as an essential element of their faith. This cultural difference is also reflected among Nigeria’s wealthiest individuals, particularly billionaires, who often have multiple wives.

Billionaire businessman Jim Brown shocked Nigerians once again by marrying his 19th wife, Erica, with all his other wives in attendance. His growing family raises big questions about culture, wealth, and polygamy in Nigeria.

Delta State billionaire Jim Brown has sparked a conversation among many Nigerians on social media following the news of his wedding to his 19th wife, Erica. The development elicited varied reactions from netizens, which ranged from shock to laughter and curiosity.

Brown, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of GimBrown Marine Security Oil and Gas Limited, is not the first wealthy Nigerian to have as many wives. Still, his story has reignited debate and conversations about polygamy in Africa’s biggest country.

While some Nigerians are of the opinion that marrying multiple wives is unacceptable and an excessive indulgence, others view it as an expression of cultural tradition.

However, one question keeps lingering in this writer’s mind: since Hilda Baci broke the first Guinness record two years ago and the most recent record – cooking the biggest pot of Nigerian-style jollof rice- some Nigerians have been infected with the ‘Guinness record-breaking’ fever.

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Could it be that Jim Brown has been infected and intends to build one of Nigeria’s largest family empires? Let’s dive in, shall we?

For centuries, men in traditional and religious settings married multiple wives, which means polygamy isn’t an alien concept or unusual in many parts of Nigeria. Royalties, dignitaries, and wealthy men often engaged in marrying multiple wives, which is often seen as a symbol of influence, power, and legacy.

However, Jim Brown’s case of marrying 19 wives (with each marriage celebrated publicly) is largely viewed as less a personal choice and more a deliberate building of a family legacy.

Additionally, with wealth and influence on his side, Jim Brown may be following the same path as kings and traditional rulers in the past, expanding his family line, strengthening alliances, and securing loyalty.

Every woman the billionaire marries means more children, and more children mean a wider family tree, more heirs to carry his name, and ultimately, more influence in business, politics, and society at large.

Based on social media posts and reports circulating on the internet, his other 18 wives attended his wedding to Erica, which suggests some level of unity, acceptance, and togetherness within the home.

Though critics argue that managing such a household might be chaotic, others believe that if the household is carefully structured with roles, responsibilities and rights equally shared among the wives, the home will thrive. In line with this, Jim Brown may not just be building a family; he may be building a small community of his own.

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With 19 wives and counting, billionaire Jim Brown is not just making headlines; he may be creating one of Nigeria’s most popular and talked-about family empires to be recorded in Nigerian history.

Social media reactions
The unusual marriage sparked widespread online debate, with many Nigerians sharing sharp opinions:

adaise00 commented: “Na still young men go help am do the satisfaction last last…”

Baseonbelive0 wrote: “He can’t satisfy all of them. They will be cheating on him.”

dannito567 remarked: “For this Tinubu Economy?!!! How can Tinubu believe that Nigerians are suffering ”

i_am_yickyd reacted: “19th wife keh”

becca added: “He still has a side chic”

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FranklyneKlyan commented: “If you check am well, some of them fit don insult Yul Edochie tire.”

The billionaire’s marriage continues to trend online, with many questioning the practicality, morality, and motivation behind his choice.

True love encompasses the act of cherishing someone deeply and unconditionally, devoid of any expectations or restrictive mentalities.

In a recent revelation, Temi Otedola, the daughter of billionaire Femi Otedola, shared insights into her heartfelt decision to marry her husband, the talented singer and entrepreneur Oluwatosin “Mr Eazi” Ajibade. She expressed that her choice was rooted in a genuine connection and mutual respect. Click link to continue reading.

In August, PREMIUM TIMES reported that the couple tied the knot in a private ceremony, more than three years after their engagement in Iceland.

Mr Eazi proposed to Temi, an actress, in April 2022, four years after they first met at a gig organised by Florence “DJ Cuppy” Otedola, Temi’s sister.

Since their wedding, the couple have remained in the news, particularly over their unconventional choices, including the 29-year-old’s decision to adopt her husband’s surname “Ajibade.”

However, in an interview with BBC Pidgin, posted on the outlet’s Facebook page on Wednesday, Mrs Ajibade explained that several factors influenced her decision to marry the 34-year-old artiste.

She noted: “There are too many. How would I choose one? I mean, first and foremost, he’s my best friend. It’s that’s my person. And I think when you meet your person, I can’t imagine spending the rest of my life with anybody else.

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“He’s the person I’m excited about and can’t wait to spend every day with and build our lives together, work through our ups and downs together, celebrate together, and solve problems together. He’s simply my person. So, we’re just excited for what’s to come.”

Surname adoption
Furthermore, the actress, known for her role as Moremi Oluwa in “Citation”, stated that she never considered dropping her surname.

“To be deeply honest with you, it’s not anything I had thought about. It was obvious that when I became a married woman, the obvious thing for me was to take my husband’s name, but it’s my choice. I respect everybody’s personal choice. It’s what I’m comfortable and happy doing”, she added.

The co-host of the podcast “How Far? With Mr Eazi and Temi Otedola” said her decision not to make her relationship with Mr Eazi, along with other aspects of her life, public was based on her own narrative.

“It’s not necessarily about privacy. I think it’s more about owning your own narrative. And there’s something about moving in silence that allows you to have certain control over things.

It will enable you to build a narrative you want, and you can also share it when you feel you’re ready to show it, when you want to share it, and how you want to share it.

“So I think all of those things are kind of why I’ve always been someone to share, whether it’s a work project or personal news, I share it in my own time,” said the L’Oréal Paris Digital Brand Ambassador.

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Father’s book
She further stated that she believed her father wrote and published “Making it Big: Lessons from a Life in Business” because he possessed decades of experience in business, life, and interpersonal relationships.

On 18 August, Mr Otedola released the book, chronicling his extraordinary journey from modest beginnings to becoming a billionaire at the age of 41.

She added that her father held a wealth of wisdom, noting that she felt fortunate to be his daughter, as she had learned and grown under his guidance.

Mrs Ajibade noted, “But I believe he thought it was time for the rest of the world to learn and understand his journey as an entrepreneur. As a businessman, I believe that, as a businessman in the public eye, there are a lot of misconceptions about you and your journey.

And he’s had articles and news clippings written about him his entire life. So it was finally time for the public to hear it from his mouth and through his own words.

“He revealed that he wasn’t shy about talking about the fact that he decided not to go to school. He decided to step back from that to do business, which was what he wanted to do. My father is one of those people who believes that school is great for many things.

You know, my sisters and I all did our master’s degrees. But for my father, I think he’s one of those people whose life and experience are his school, and he notices that the system does not aid everybody’s intelligence or ability to learn.”

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