Last week was a bit of a melancholic one on Twitter as reports emerged of the deaths of Ibidun Igodalo and Dan Foster. Other than these deaths, Twitter was it usual self-alive and the exchange of bants was topnotch.
On this episode of Naija Twitter vibes for this last week, we look at some of the exciting trending topics!
Ibidun Itua-Ighodalo
Popular event planner and wife of the founder and pastor of Trinity House church Ibidun Itua-Ighodalo died in the early hours of last week Sunday. The cause of death was cardiac arrest. She has already been buried.
Wow 😳 so Pastor Ituah Ighodalo, officiated a burial today after receiving the call that his wife Mrs Ibidun Ighodalo has passed away?
This man is strong 💪
RIP to the dead. 💔 pic.twitter.com/xAcpydrjwB— Ogochukwu (@TheEmmalez) June 14, 2020
I was shocked when I received the news that my friend, Pastor Ituah Ighodalo had lost his wife and partner, Mrs Ibidun Ighodalo.
Mrs Ibidun Ighodalo was an inspiration to many. I pray for strength for Pastor Ituah, their children, loved ones and the many she has touched. pic.twitter.com/BSHVJjiGis
— Babajide Sanwo-Olu (@jidesanwoolu) June 14, 2020
Dan ‘The Big Dawg’ Foster
Again the Nigerian Twitter community was thrown into mourning when the death of media personality, Dan Foster filtered in. Dan Foster, the legendary On-Air Personality reportedly died from coronavirus complications. Popularly known as The Big Dawg, Daniel ‘Dan’ Foster was credited with changing the face of radio as an OAP at Cool Fm, one of the popular radio stations in Lagos. He was also a DJ, and radio producer.
In his prime, I am sure even the second best morning OAP listened to Dan Foster during their own show.
— JJ. Omojuwa (@Omojuwa) June 17, 2020
Oh Dan Foster… you gave me the strength to do this and even more. This is really painful 😣💔
— Do2dtun Energy gAD (@iamDo2dtun) June 17, 2020
Adeherself
Popular social media influencer, Adedamola Adewale also known as Adeherself was arrested during the week alongside four others by the EFCC. The EFCC disclosed the news on its twitter handle tweeting: “The EFCC Lagos Zonal Office has arrested five alleged internet fraudsters, including one Adedamola Adewale, a self-acclaimed social media influencer, for their alleged involvement in internet-related fraud.”
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Not surprised at this Adeherself saga? I was recently made aware of a stunningly beautiful girl whose job is to pick calls and receive video calls for love scammers.She leaves in a posh duplex and drives a wonder on wheels. So b4 you “God when”, take time to find out how.
— Mazi Gburugburu (@Mazigburugburu1) June 16, 2020
Cuppy
After Arsenal lost their second consecutive EPL matches (Manchester City thrashed the gunners 3 nil while they lost 2-1 to Brighton), DJ Cuppy aka omo OTe$ has had enough with the club she had faithfully supported for 6 years. She announced that she is severing her relationship with Arsenal stating that she is not ready to move on and people should respect her privacy.
Official @Arsenal Breakup Statement From Florence Ifeoluwa Cuppy Otedola ✍️ pic.twitter.com/FfFzHc30P9
— Cuppy (@cuppymusic) June 20, 2020
Otedola is great and a successful billionaire, the only mistake he ever made in his life was to allow his beautiful daughter " Cuppy " to join Arsenal FC😭😭😄😄😄 pic.twitter.com/5yRwSFnzOB
— Falomo joy love (@falomojoy) June 20, 2020
Dbanj
The Koko master has been embroiled in a rape allegation. A twitter user named Seyitan accused him of raping her. What drew the angst of Nigerians was that Dbanj reportedly got Seyitan arrested…She has already been released. However, the damage has been done. Dbanj reportedly lost his endorsement deal with Heritage Bank. So who is speaking the truth…If you ask us? Na who we go ask?
I just spoke to @seyitannn_ . She’s ok now. She was arrested and had all her things seized & left in a cell with criminals. D’banj’ team pressured her into those tweets & threatened to leave her in prison if she didn’t recant the allegation.
— Dorcas Shola Fapson (@Ms_DSF) June 18, 2020
I just heard that the Ambassadorial deal Dbanj got on his birthday with Heritage bank has been suspended.
A good move from Heritage bank?#DbanjSuspended
— Eleniy☆n (@only1mankind) June 19, 2020
Obaseki
Godwin Obaseki has shown Nigerians that he is not Ambode. During the course of the week, Obaseki defected to the People’s Democratic Party. In other words, he saw the back of his ex-godfather, Adams Oshiomole who no longer the Chairman of the APC after the Courts of Appeal sacked him.
I have officially joined the @OfficialPDPNig to advance my ambition to seek re-election as Governor of Edo State.
I, as always, remain committed to engendering good governance and sustainable development of our dear state.
— Godwin Obaseki (GGO) (@GovernorObaseki) June 19, 2020
Obaseki moved with legislators & hundreds. Oshio is battling with his chairmanship. Renamed street to Bukola Saraki. Youths are burning brooms. But you’re comparing Obaseki with Ambode who couldn’t even get his own Deputy’s support. Baba for dey baby boy inside kirikiri now. Oiin
— Ayò Bánkólé (@AyoBankole) June 19, 2020
Deputy Governor
The Deputy Governor of Ondo is reported to be on the verge of defecting to the PDP in the coming days. However, the powers that be in Ondo state reportedly got wind of it and moved fast. The Deputy Government, Agboola Ajayi was prevented by the police, Bolaji Salami, from leaving the government house with an official vehicle. All this happened in a video that emerged on Twitter.
VIDEO: Ondo Governor, @RotimiAkeredolu Orders Police To Detain Deputy Governor In Office For Over Four Hours As Deputy Concludes Plan To Defect To PDP
WATCH FULL VIDEO: https://t.co/l1OkFS5dnn pic.twitter.com/2lg0t40OWS
— Sahara Reporters (@SaharaReporters) June 21, 2020
The True story behind the Ondo State Deputy Governor’s Video.
Last night, some Aides to the Deputy Governor were trying to cart away the govt property. Gov. Akeredolu then ordered security beef up.
The Deputy Gov. later came out to shield these guys because he has immunity. pic.twitter.com/FvtCMkG0ZV
— Ondo First Born® (@OndoFirstBorn) June 21, 2020
Ghana
According to reports, some armed men entered the Nigerian high commission in Ghana and demolished some apartments. The Nigerian foreign minister Godfrey Onyeama has already responded urging the Ghana government to taken action. Despite this, a lot of Nigerians are asking how Nigeria, the giant of Africa got here.
The Nigeria Embassy building in Ghana was demolished by an unknown man, who claims the building is standing on his land.
How did Nigeria get here???
Nowadays, smaller African countries disrespect the once African giant. pic.twitter.com/fhhHMOPEHT— NEFERTITI (@firstladyship) June 21, 2020
We are engaging the Ghanaian Government and demand urgent action to find the perpetrators and provide adequate protection for Nigerians and their property in Ghana. #StayHomeSaveLives #COVID19 @NigeriaGov @DigiCommsNG @GhanaMFA
— Geoffrey Onyeama (@GeoffreyOnyeama) June 21, 2020
