The Nigerian student who made history by graduating from the higher institution with all round A's has recounted his lifestyle while in school. Ayodele Dada   Ayodele Dada has made history by graduating from the University of Lagos (UNILAG) with an amazing 5.0 CGPA. In this interview with UNILAG's Sun, he reveals the secrets behind his remarkable life.   Excerpts: Would you briefly tell us about yourself? my name is Ayodele Daniel Dada. I graduated from department of Psychology, Faculty of Social science, University of Lagos. I’m from Ekiti State. We are just two siblings, I have a younger brother. I’am a kind of person who is open to various experiences. I try to experiment a lot and I have tried so many things. I have been into music production in the past. Your educational background? I had primary education and secondary education here in Lagos. My secondary school is Hopebay College, Ajegunle-Apapa, off Lagos-Badagry expressway. W...

Nollywood has been thrown into a deep state of mourning once again following the demise of a veteran Nollywood actor known for starring in major thrilling dramas. Jab Adu   According to Punch, veteran Nollywood ace actor, Joseph Adu who is one of the few surviving actors in popular old TV drama, "The Village Headmaster" , has passed away at 83.   The actor who was fondly known as 'Jab Adu' passed on in Abeokuta, Ogun state, on Sunday, February 28 as a source close to his family reportedly confirmed the death but could not provide further details regarding Adu’s passage.    Apart from playing 'Bassey Okon' in 'The Village Headmaster' , Adu was a film producer with credits including 'Bisi, Daughter of the River' and 'Adio’s Family' , a series he co-produced with NTA.    It was gathered that actor started his adult life as a banker with Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) before settling as an actor. The late Ja...

A former aide to ex president Goodluck Jonathan has revealed the role TB Joshua played in the last presidential election in Nigeria.   Ambassador Raphael   Raphael Horsfall, an Abuja-based politician has made more surprising revelations about the role allegedly played by Prophet T.B. Joshua in the historic presidential elections held almost one year ago in Nigeria that saw a peaceful transition of power.   Speaking before a packed congregation at The Synagogue, Church Of All Nations (SCOAN) in Lagos, Ambassador Raphael Horsfall explained how Joshua revealed the outcome of the elections to him several weeks prior to the actual vote.     “He told me categorically that I should go and tell Mr President that it is too late, that nothing can be done, that we will lose the election but God will prevail on the peace of Nigeria,” said Horsfall, who served as a Special Assistant to Prof Rufai Alkali, the Political Advisor to former presiden...

One of the youngest kings in Nigeria has spoken about his plans in life as well as his marital direction. Chukwuka Noah    Teenager, Chukwuka Noah, was installed Obi (king) Akaeze I of Ubulu-Uku Kingdom in Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State after the murder of his father in January. In a new interview with Punch, Chukwuka revealed he was going to the UK for his studies and how he plans to rule the kingdom.   Excerpts: When exactly did you know that you would succeed your father as the king of Ubulu-Uku Kingdom? Kingship is not like chieftaincy titles, it is ordained by the Almighty God. The time I would succeed my father, Obi Akaeze Edward Ofolue III, was not known to me until the unfortunate incident in which he was kidnapped and then murdered by gunmen in January. The subsequent ascension of my father’s throne was a decision from God and I appreciate Him for the decision. Are you not afraid of suffering a similar fate? My ...

In a bizarre twist, an armed robbery gang attacked two hospitals beating the nurses and sick patients mercilessly before making away with their valuables.   Two private hospitals in Okitipupa, in the Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State were attacked in two separate attacks by armed robbers who robbed and beat nurses and patients to a pulp. The incident happened last week on Sunday and Monday by the same gang of robbers.   It was gathered that the robbers stormed the hospitals between 10pm and 11.30pm in the two days, and forcefully collected an undisclosed amount of money from the nurses and others at the hospitals. However, they didn't spare patients and other hospital staff who didn't have money to give. They were seriously given the beating of their lives.   One of the victims, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said, “The hoodlums were four in number; masked, and they came to the hospitals on motorcycles. They threatened to sho...

Unconfirmed reports reaching us reveals the son of the former President, Olusegun Obasanjo crashed car while traveling around the South-western part of Nigeria. The victim Oba, Obasanjo   Former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s son, Oba, was in a ghastly auto accident today on his way from Ilesha in Osun state where he had gone to attend the 75th birthday party ceremony of his stepmother, Mabel. An eyewitness said the car he was driving is now a write-off with occupants including Oba sustaining critical injuries.   A family source told Saharareporters that Oba and others injured in the accident have been taken to the University teaching Hospital in Ibadan, Oyo state for treatment.   Details later...

This tends to address some common sense issues raised by Senator Ben Murray-Bruce as he launches his book. Ben Murray-Bruce Dear Senator Ben Murray-Bruce, Greetings from the Village Town Crier. I must confess I admire your person so much. Your achievements in life are motivating. At times, you could be so articulate in addressing issues of public affairs. I loved you as a technocrat sir and I wish you never ventured into politics as it sacrificed your high repute statue. I have followed your common sense trend for a while via social media and I must admit I have found most of your views more comical rather than relevant. I am by no means a cynic but a conk realist. I have a profound feeling you must have excelled in 'beer parlour' arguments when you were much younger sir. Well, most people use social media to unwind while others use it for serious business and I wish you could boldly tell us where you stand. My idea of your common sense concept gives me ...