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My wife, kids Being Under House Arrest Is False alarm – Husband

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5 years ago

May 8, 2021

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My wife, kids under house arrest is a false alarm – Husband

My wife, kids under house arrest is false alarm – Husband

By Our Reporter

Engr. Napoleon Okeahialam Onyebilama says the recent publications by some online media platforms that his wife, Mrs Onyiyechi Akujobi Okeahialam and kids were under house arrest was wrong information and false alarm.

Napoleon who hails from Isiala Ngwa North LGA of Abia state has come out to debunk the story and there after gave a version of his side of the story.

“I am an Igbo man who value our culture,I had my traditional marriage with all the necessary things listed out by the family ,I am not owning any bride price ,my father in-law with his kindred bless the marriage and hand over his daughter to me.

” I am not joining issues with those bloggers who have already achieved their nefarious aim of bringing my name to disrepute, however, I have to put the records right.

“I want to say categorically that these rumours are false, unfounded and malicious as this is clearly the hand work of my wife and her Lawyer, who would stop at nothing to tarnish my image’’.

He said that the process of dissolution of their marriage is currently on at the Customary Court in Abia State over irreconcilable differences.

“About two weeks ago my wife called to inform me that my second child was hospitalized and that she needed money which I transferred to her but decided to travel down to Imo state where they were staying because I took her back to her family since last year.

“When I got to Imo state to check on my children they were looking unkempt and the result was that the child who was sick was suffering from malnutrition, I was surprised because I usually send money for the children allowance and up keep.

” Immediately I decided to bring them back to Lagos to enable me give them proper treatment and monitor the situation.

According to him, `my wife does not take care of the children which is part of the issues we had in the past.

“Within eight months the same case of malnutrition was reported again whenever they fell ill, I needed the children around me for now and that was what I did.

” I never restricted her from going out but not with the children who were under medication,’’ he added.

Narrating her side of the story, Mrs Onyiyechi admitted that she informed her lawyer after her husband brought them back to Lagos thinking that her coming back with her husband will been an avenue for reconciliation.

“Eventually on Wednesday as we were discussing he told me that the children will start school the following Monday.

“When I asked him if has gotten another accommodation for us, he said that he will like the children to stay in his sister’s house but I refused and told him that that will not be possible for me and the children to put up at his sister’s house.

” Surprisingly, everything went soar which includes my movement so I have to inform my lawyer who invited the press,’’ she said.

Reacting to the incident, Mr Ebenezer Omejalile, the Cordinator, Advocates For Children and Vulnerable Persons Network (ACVPN), a Non-Governmental Organisation said there is no truth in what the woman claimed.

Omejalile noted that the matter was reported at the Social Welfare Oshodi/Isolo Local Government Area for intervention, the unit which handles such cases invited the woman but the woman did not honour the invitation rather she and her lawyer went to the press.

However, the Office of Public Defender where trying to use Akinpelu division wrongly, but in other hand the case would have been transferred to the unit under the division that handle such cases,if I may ask what business does child protection cases, custody issues, marriage dissolution concern with this unit?

After all there’s an active JWC/Gender unit Inside Akinpelu Police Station.

The petition sent to Akinpelu Station by the Office of Public Defender,amount to using the police to Perpetrate injustice which would now turn and tarnish the police image because the man was never invited by OPD to hear his own side of the story.

The motive behind such letter had already criminalized Engineer before everyone, it’s unacceptable in all ramifications

“The Office of Public Defender violated the principle of natural justice by jumping into conclusion based on the petition from the wife of Engr. Napoleon Onyebilama without inviting the husband.

“The wife now exploited that loophole and gave the untrue story just to attract public sympathy.

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US-Based Society Lady, Fehintola-Brat Extends Eid-El-Kabir Greetings To Muslims

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May 27, 2026

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US-Based Society Lady, Fehintola-Brat Extends Eid-El-Kabir Greetings To Muslims

United States based fahionista of class, Chief (Mrs) Ayoola Fehintola-Brat has extended a warm greetings to Muslim faithful all over the world on the occasion of the 2026 Eid-El-Kabir celebration.

Fehintola-Brat who is the Balogun Egbe Obaneye Obinrin Akile Ijebu, and the Yeye Asofin of Idenaland in her message to Journalists urged Muslim to continually uphold the enduring values of sacrifice, obedience, faith, and compassion, which are central to the significance of Eid-El-Kabir festival.

A quiet philantropist whose humanitarian services has won her several laurels urged Muslims to use the spiritual occasion to pray for the peace co-existence of Nigerians regardless of religious, social and political leanings stressing that the oneness of the country should not be underplay.

In a related development, she expressed her felicitations to all sons and daughters of Ijebuland on the forthcoming Ojude Oba 2026 celebration, tasking age-groups otherwise known as Regbregbe to be more proactive in giving back to their immediate communities.

According to her, the beauty of the age-groups in Ijebuland is the need to contribute immensely to the development of the land in no small means. “This we will continue to achieve with God on our side”, she concluded.

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Sallah: Obasa Felicitates Muslim Ummah, Commends Nigerians for APC Primaries Turnout

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May 27, 2026

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Sallah: Obasa Felicitates Muslim Ummah, Commends Nigerians for APC Primaries Turnout

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa has extended warm felicitations to Muslims in Lagos State and across Nigeria on the occasion of Eid al-Adha.

In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Dave Agboola, Obasa described the festival as a season of sacrifice, reflection, and gratitude, urging the faithful to continue to uphold the values of peace, unity, and love that strengthen the nation.

He noted that the celebration of Eid al-Adha is not only a spiritual milestone but also a reminder of the importance of togetherness and collective responsibility in building a stronger society.

He, likewise, emphasized that the festival provides an opportunity for Nigerians to renew their commitment to national progress and to support leadership that prioritizes development and prosperity.

Obasa, however, commended Nigerians, particularly members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), for their massive turnout during the recently concluded party primaries. He described the participation as a clear demonstration of the people’s confidence in the government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and their belief in the administration’s vision for a greater Nigeria.

“The APC primaries have shown the resilience of our democracy and the confidence Nigerians have in the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Renewed Hope Agenda. This is a strong message that our people are ready to continue supporting policies that will drive growth and prosperity,” Obasa stated.

The Speaker further encouraged Muslims to celebrate responsibly, stressing that the joy of Eid should be accompanied by prayers for the continued peace and progress of Lagos State and Nigeria.

“As you celebrate with family and loved ones, may this season bring joy, peace, and prosperity to your homes. Let us remain united in our resolve to build a stronger nation,” he added.

On behalf of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Obasa wished all Muslims a happy and fulfilling Eid al-Adha celebration.

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ABEOKUTA FILM FESTIVAL AT ILEYA

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May 26, 2026

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ABEOKUTA FILM FESTIVAL AT ILEYA

Kayshow Multimedia a filmmaking and Media organization this year 2026 holds its annual Abeokuta film festival at the Ake Palace in Abeokuta.

Alake of Egba land, Ọba Michael Adedotun Arẹmu Gbadebo has graciously endorsed the Free Training of Egba Youths on Film and Arts and the Entertainment of the the People with a FREE FILM SHOW at the AKE PAVILION. as part of the ABEOKUTA FILM FESTIVAL 2.0.

The Convener of the Film Festival Honorable Kehinde Soaga says this year’s event promises to be more exciting as distinguished personalities are sure to attend.

This includes the honorable Minister for Art Culture and Creative Economy in Nigeria, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa, Ààrẹ Lai Labode, Sen. Ibikunle Amosun and other special guests.

The event will feature Film, Cultural Dance Cultural foods and Award Ceremony.

The general public is hereby invited to the Free film show at the Abeokuta film festival at the Alake Palace Pavilion on Thursday 28th of May 2026 by 4:00 p.m.

Only well dressed is the Entry. The Abeokuta Film Festival is an annual event taking place in the capital city of Ogun State state.