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The political atmosphere in Mushin Constituency II came alive on Wednesday as former Lagos State All Progressives Congress, APC, spokesman, Seye Oladejo, formally picked his nomination form to contest for the House of Representatives seat under the party.

Speaking shortly after picking the nomination form, Oladejo reiterated his unwavering commitment to quality representation and impactful legislative service.

“This aspiration is inspired by my enduring commitment to serve our people at a higher level. Mushin deserves a strong voice at the National Assembly, one that will vigorously pursue development, empowerment, and the welfare of our constituents.

“I am stepping forward with the experience, vision, and determination to make a difference,” he stated.

The development was greeted with widespread excitement and enthusiasm across party ranks, community stakeholders, and supporters, who see the move as a major step towards securing experienced, effective, and result-oriented representation for the constituency.

Oladejo, a respected voice in progressive politics and a tested party stalwart, is widely known for his years of dedicated service to the APC in Lagos State, where he distinguished himself as one of the most articulate defenders of the party’s ideals and policies.

Ex-Lagos APC spokesman, Seye Oladejo picks APC nomination form for House of Reps

The cold-blooded killing of 28-year-old Mene Ogidi in Effurun has not only sparked nationwide outrage but has also pulled back the curtain on the dark history of the officer behind the trigger. ASP Usman Nuhu, popularly known by the chilling alias “Ogbegbe” a local term loosely translated as “Gun-shooter” is currently in police custody, but his arrest has raised deeper questions about how an officer with his reputation remained in active service.

Here is everything we know so far about the man at the center of this murder investigation.

1. Current Posting: Effurun Area Command
   At the time of the fatal shooting on Sunday, April 26, 2026, ASP Usman Nuhu was attached to the Effurun Area Command in Delta State. It was from this tactical hub that he led the team that intercepted the deceased, Mene Ogidi, at the Benin Motor Park along the Warri–Sapele Expressway.
2. The Meaning Behind “Ogbegbe”
   In the streets of the Niger Delta, Nuhu earned the moniker “Ogbegbe.” The name, which translates to “Gun-shooter,” was not merely a nickname but a description of his operational style. To residents and those who had encountered him, it signified an officer who was quick to draw his weapon and prone to using lethal force as a first resort rather than a last.
3. History Rooted In “SARS” Era
   Usman Nuhu’s background is steeped in the controversial tactics of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS), a unit that many Nigerians view as the direct successor to the notorious and disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). During his tenure with the RRS, Nuhu reportedly faced multiple internal petitions and informal allegations regarding extrajudicial killings.
4. Trail Of Disciplinary Transfers
   Before his arrival at the Uvwie Area Command, ASP Nuhu was posted at the Divisional Police Headquarters in Illah.

His exit from Illah was not a routine administrative rotation. Information reaching The Whistler indicates that Nuhu was transferred out due to repeated misconduct. His superiors reportedly received consistent complaints regarding his excessive use of force and total disregard for standard police engagement protocols.

Rather than facing a dismissal or tribunal at that time, he was simply moved to Uvwie, a move critics say allowed his violent tendencies to eventually culminate in the murder of Ogidi.

5. The “Execution” In Effurun
   The murder of Mene Ogidi was captured in a viral video that has become the primary evidence against the officer.

• Point-Blank Execution: Unlike a typical “accidental discharge” claim, the footage shows Nuhu executing a suspect who was already restrained and sitting on the ground.

• Force Order 237: The Nigeria Police Force has officially admitted that Nuhu’s actions were a clear violation of the rules governing the use of firearms, which strictly prohibit the use of lethal force on a non-threatening, restrained individual.

6. Allegations Of An Organized Cover-Up
   While “Ogbegbe” is currently in custody and facing a Force Disciplinary Committee in Abuja, there is growing concern regarding his accomplices.

• At least three other officers were present during the shooting. While Nuhu pulled the trigger, eyewitnesses claim the other members facilitated the execution by helping to restrain the victim and failing to intervene as Nuhu prepared to fire.

• There are ongoing allegations suggesting that attempts may be underway within certain circles of the police command to shield these accomplices from public identification to minimize the institutional fallout.

7. Current Status

ASP Usman Nuhu has been moved to the Force Headquarters for interrogation and disciplinary proceedings. The Delta State Police Command has assured the public that “justice will not only be done but will be seen to be done.”

However, for the family of Mene Ogidi, the focus remains on ensuring that the man known as “The Gun-shooter” faces the full weight of the law for murder, and that the systemic failures that protected him through years of misconduct are finally addressed.

ASP Nuhu: Seven Facts About Delta Shooting Officer is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

Ayo Kuti, the 18-year-old son of Afrobeat musician Femi Kuti, has revealed that he lost his virginity at 16 in an effort to surpass his father, who he says lost his at 17.

Speaking during a recent live stream with Davreal, Ayo said: “The only reason I lost my virginity at 16 was that my dad told me he lost his at 17. So I said, ‘Okay, I have to be number one in my family’… My dad is a bad boy.”

Ayo also made claims about his parents’ living arrangements, stating that Femi Kuti and his partner do not share the same bed due to concerns over sexually transmitted diseases. “My parents also don’t sleep on the same bed because of STDs. We don’t do that in our house,” he said.

Femi Kuti, son of late Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti, has long been outspoken about his personal views on sex and marriage. In a 2012 interview, the Grammy-nominated artist disclosed that his marriage to Funke Kuti ended because he “could not be a faithful partner.”

The Kuti family remains one of Nigeria’s most influential musical dynasties, known both for their artistry and for their candid discussions of social and personal issues.

I Lost Virginity At 16 To Beat Father’s Record, Says Kuti is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

The Deputy Speaker of the Borno State House of Assembly, Abdullahi Askira, explained why he formally withdrew from the race to pick up the All Progressives Congress ticket for the South Borno Senatorial district ahead of the 2027 general election.

In a statement on Wednesday, his aide, Bilyaminu Umar Ngulde, said his decision to step down from the race was informed by several appeals by APC stakeholders in Borno South.

“I write to respectfully notify you that after extensive consultations, our great party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), has decided to award Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, the party’s ticket for the forthcoming 2027 general election.

Following these wide-ranging consultations, the party called upon Honourable Abdullahi Musa Askira and requested him to step down in favor of the incumbent senator, Ali Ndume. In the spirit of party loyalty and collective progress, the Honorable Abdullahi Musa Askira has graciously complied.

“He hereby calls on all his supporters across Askira-Uba and the entire Southern Senatorial District to give their 100% support to Senator Ndume. He also appeals for peace, unity, understanding, and a shared commitment to the development of Southern Borno,” he stated.

The move gave the incumbent senator, Ali Ndume, a huge boost to return to the red chambers for the fifth time.

2027: Why I stepped down for Nigerian Senator Ndume – APC’s Askira

Nollywood actor Saga Adeolu has spoken candidly about the challenges of filming intimate scenes, revealing that many actors do not genuinely enjoy kissing on set despite widespread public assumptions.

Speaking during a recent episode of the Nolly Icons podcast, the former BBNaija star explained that onscreen kisses are often uncomfortable and are performed strictly as part of professional storytelling.

“It is not easy to kiss another actor. It is weird. I have not really had any good onscreen kisses. It is weird having people invade your mouth with saliva,” he said.

Saga noted that while audiences may assume actors derive pleasure from romantic scenes, the reality is often far less glamorous.

“It is not something we enjoy. People think we enjoy it, but we don’t. We are just doing it for the story most of the time.

“If I had my way, I wouldn’t kiss anyone in a film. There was a day I kissed four different girls on set,” he added.

Despite appearing in multiple romantic roles, the actor admitted he has yet to experience a pleasant onscreen kiss, emphasizing that such scenes can feel awkward and emotionally detached.

He further stressed that actors deserve recognition for their professionalism in executing intimate scenes, rather than being judged or misunderstood by viewers.

Saga’s remarks have sparked conversations about the behind-the-scenes realities of Nollywood productions, shedding light on the less glamorous aspects of performance often overlooked by fans.

Actors Don’t Enjoy Kissing On Set, Says Saga is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

Afghanistan women will become a “symbol of resilience” after FIFA approved their return to international competition, says former captain Khalida Popal.

Afghanistan have not played a competitive international since December 2018.

The Taliban’s return to power in 2021 triggered restrictions on women’s rights, including a ban on women’s sports which forced many players to seek asylum overseas.

FIFA’S governance regulations previously prevented it from officially recognising a team unless they were recognised by their member association, in this case the Afghanistan Football Federation.

However, the amendment – approved at a Fifa council meeting in Vancouver on Tuesday – means Fifa can approve the registration of a national or representative team “under exceptional circumstances” to ensure players are not prevented from playing international football due to “situations beyond their control”.

It means Afghan players will be able to represent their country in official matches with full recognition.

“Our team has always been known as an activist team,” Popal told Reuters.

“But this opportunity, with the right support from Fifa, will be the time for us to also show some skills and develop the youth talent in the diaspora.

“I know it’s going to be tough because Afghan women inside Afghanistan will struggle to be part of that.

“But if we can still be the voice for them to send out hope messages and show them our support that you are not forgotten, then we will continue to use our platform.”

FIFA’S decision builds on the formation of Afghan Women United, a refugee team sanctioned and supported by Fifa for a one-year pilot in May 2025 after several years of lobbying by the country’s displaced players.

Afghanistan will not be eligible to qualify for the 2027 Women’s World Cup, but they could compete in qualifying for the 2028 Olympics and are expected to return to action in June.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino said: “We are proud of the beautiful journey initiated by Afghan Women United and, with this initiative, we aim to enable them, as well as other FIFA member associations that ⁠may not be able to register a national or representative team for a Fifa competition, to make the next step.”

There are more than 80 Afghan female footballers in Australia, Europe, USA and the Middle East, including many of the 25 players under contract before the Taliban’s takeover.

Regional selection camps, hosted by FIFA, are taking place in England and Australia before a training camp in New Zealand in June.

Afghan United Women played three matches in 2025 as part of the FIFA United Women’s Series, with their first win coming against Libya in November.

FIFA Approves Afghanistan Women’s Return To International Competition is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

Actress Tonto Dikeh’s ex-husband, Olakunle Churchill, has stated that there’s no legally recognized marriage between him and his wife, Rosy Meurer.

This is coming amid reports of their marital crisis.

DAILY POST reports that Meurer had filed for divorce from Churchill following his recent reconciliation with his ex-wife, Tonto Dikeh who is now an evangelist.

Reacting to the divorce documents shared online, Churchill, in a series of posts on his Instagram page on Wednesday, tagged the divorce idea as baseless, stating that his marriage to Muerer had no legal binding to require a divorce.

While questioning the process of the divorce document and the expertise of Meurer’s lawyer, he noted that he only had an introduction with her; “What took place was an introduction. Therefore, the idea of a “divorce” is baseless from the outset.

“The reports circulating online about a supposed divorce between myself and Roseline Meurer are completely false. There is no truth to them. There was no legally recognized marriage. There was no church wedding and no court wedding.

“Beyond that, any legitimate legal process requires that all parties be formally served and given the opportunity to respond. I was never served. So I ask a simple question: what exactly is being presented to the public, and how was it obtained?

“I’m 100% sure that individuals without proper experience in the media space are advising Rosy incorrectly, alongside legal practitioners who operate under a mango tree without due process and claim to produce divorce documents within 24 hours”, he said.

There was no legal marriage between us’ – Churchill tells Meurer amid marital crisis

A South African court has ordered the youngest son of Zimbabwe’s late former president, Robert Mugabe, to pay a fine and face deportation following his conviction on charges of pointing a toy gun at a person and violating the country’s immigration laws.

Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, believed to be in his late 20s, entered a guilty plea as part of a negotiated settlement with prosecutors at the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court in Johannesburg.

He was fined 400,000 rand (approximately $24,100) for the toy gun incident and an additional 200,000 rand for breaching South Africa’s immigration regulations. He will be deported upon conclusion of the legal process.

Mugabe and a co-accused, Tobias Matonhodze, had been in custody since their arrest in February, following an incident at a Johannesburg mansion where a worker was shot and wounded. While Mugabe’s guilty plea relates to a separate toy gun incident, Matonhodze pleaded guilty to the attempted murder of the worker along with other charges. He was sentenced to three years in prison and will also be deported upon completing his sentence.

The court heard that the worker, who sustained two gunshot wounds to the back, received a compensation settlement of 250,000 rand, with a further 150,000 rand payment still outstanding. The firearm used in the shooting remains missing.

Robert Mugabe ruled Zimbabwe for 37 years following the country’s independence from Britain in 1980. He was removed from power in a military coup in 2017 and died two years later at a hospital in Singapore at the age of 95.

Mugabe’s Son Faces Deportation Over Toy Gun Incident In South Africa is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

The National Association of Nigerian Students has appealed to the Federal Government to intervene and ensure the safety of Nigerian students in South Africa.

This follows concerns over rising xenophobic tensions in South Africa,

NANS, in a statement on Wednesday by its Vice President for External Affairs, Aneke Kenechukwu, described the situation as a “disturbing pattern of hostility and targeted attacks against foreign nationals, particularly Nigerians and other Africans.”

The group warned that the situation poses a serious threat to lives and undermines the principles of African unity and cooperation.

“Nigerian students in South Africa now live in fear and uncertainty. As young ambassadors and future leaders of our nation, their protection must be treated as a national emergency,” the statement read.

The association called on the FG to take swift diplomatic action by engaging the South African authorities to secure firm guarantees for the safety of citizens, especially students. It also urged the activation of diplomatic mechanisms to closely monitor developments and ensure that those responsible for xenophobic violence are brought to justice.

NANS also appealed for immediate support measures for affected students, including the provision of safe shelters, dedicated emergency hotlines, and financial assistance where necessary. It further recommended that the government develop a coordinated evacuation plan for Nigerian students willing to return home, noting that such a move would help prevent further exposure to life-threatening risks.

According to the association , “Diplomacy remains the most responsible path, but it must be proactive, firm, and result-oriented. Nigerian lives must not be left to bureaucratic delay.

The group also called for collaboration between the government, NANS, Nigerian diplomatic missions, and international partners to ensure that no Nigerian student is left vulnerable.

It further said the time to act is now, stressing that every delay endangers innocent lives.

As of late April 2026, the fresh xenophobic violence in South Africa has resulted in the deaths of two Nigerian citizens. However, Nigeria’s Acting Ambassador to South Africa said the situation is under control.

The South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged foreign nationals to respect local laws while reaffirming his government’s commitment to human rights.

NANS Demands Protection Of Nigerian Students In South Africa is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

A member of the Nigeria Forest Security Services, Zakari Usman, is in the custody of the Nigeria Army for allegedly issuing an anonymous threat alert letter to Venra Community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State.

According to security sources, the suspect reportedly “delivered the letter to Venra community on Monday, 27/04/2026 threatening bandits attack and kidnap of five persons.

However, “investigation conducted Tuesday, 28/04/2026 identified the individual who raised alarm and circulated the threat letter as one Zakari Usman a.k.a “Minister” a native of Venra Village and member of Nigeria Forest Security Services (NFSS).

DAILY POST further gathered that “preliminary investigation and findings indicate that Zakari Usman, personally wrote and pasted the letter himself.

“Initial assessment suggests the act was carried out to create panic for the purpose of extortion or to fraudulently secure a paid security contract from the community to “safeguard” against the non-existent threat.”

Meanwhile, no bandits attack has occurred in Venra Community as the situation remains calm at the time of filing this report, while Zakari Usman is currently in the custody of the Nigerian Army for further investigation and vetting to determine his full mission, accomplices, and motive.

Similarly, tension in Venra community has reduced following the drastic measures taken by the Local Government Area Chairman, Alhaji Abubakar Danladi, who held meetings with Venra Community leaders in conjunction with security agencies and assured them of their safety.

Forest guard arrested over fake bandits’ attack letter to Kwara community