Simi Oluwaseyi, sister of Naomi, the estranged wife of the Ooni of Ife, has provided the latest update about her sister’s arrest, citing health concerns.

Society Reporters recalls that Naomi was arrested in connection with a tragic stampede in Ibadan that resulted in the loss of 35 lives.

In a series of Instagram posts, Similoluwa extended condolences to the parents of the deceased children, while also voicing concerns about her sister’s health.

She revealed that on the third day of her sister’s detention, her sister collapsed during interrogation by the Department of State Services (DSS) and was rushed to the hospital.

Furthermore, Similoluwa revealed that before Naomi was arraigned in court, a doctor confirmed that her blood pressure (BP) was too high, adding that she had no access to her phone or family.

Part of her post reads, “I deeply sympathize with the families of the children who lost their lives. My sister was arrested and detained for over six days, collapsing on the third day of interrogation by the DSS and being rushed to the hospital”.

Award-winning actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has expressed her gratitude and excitement as her latest film achieves a groundbreaking feat.

The movie has become the first Nollywood film to reach $100,000 in diaspora sales, and the numbers are still counting.

Akindele thanked her talented cast, dedicated fans, colleagues, and the diasporan community for their unwavering support.

She acknowledged that their love and encouragement have been the driving force behind her success, and she couldn’t have achieved this milestone without them.

Funke wrote on Instagram: “We did it, guys. $100,000 in diaspora sales and counting, the first Nollywood film to hit this milestone.

“I’m beyond grateful to my incredible cast, the unstoppable Jenifans, my amazing colleagues, the diasporan community and everyone who’s been part of this journey, you’re the real MVPs.

“Your love and support have been the fuel behind this dream. I couldn’t have done this without you. THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart.”

The Federal Institute of Industrial Research (FIIRO), office in Oshodi, Lagos, near Cappa Bus Stop has been gutted by fire.

The Nation gathered that men of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, in collaboration with the Lagos State Emergency Management Authority are currently on the ground to contain the incident.

Although no casualties have been reported so far, the fire has reportedly destroyed property worth millions of naira.

Efforts are underway to prevent the flames from spreading to adjoining offices and buildings.

The cause of the fire remains unknown at the time of filing this report.

More details soon…