The Ikeja High Court has scheduled January 23 for the hearing of a high-profile defamation case filed by renowned human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) and his son, musician and activist Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, against social media personality Vincent Otse, also known as “VeryDarkMan” (VDM).

At Thursday’s proceedings, counsel for Falana and Falz, Mr. Muiz Banire (SAN), informed the court that the necessary documents, including the originating process, had been filed and served to the opposing party.

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Banire added that a motion on notice was served on October 25, though Justice Matthias Dawodu noted that the originating process was not currently before the court.

To address the matter, Banire requested an adjournment to allow for administrative filings to be properly completed.

“In this circumstance, my lord, the best thing to do is to adjourn the matter so that we can go back to the registry to file all the administrative processes,” Banire told the court.

In response, counsel for VeryDarkMan, Mr. Marvin Omorogbe, raised concerns about the procedural validity of the case, asserting that there was no valid writ of summons before the court.

Omorogbe argued that the current writ was legally invalid and urged the court to dismiss the case on those grounds.

Justice Dawodu ultimately granted the adjournment request, setting the hearing for January 23 to allow the claimants time to address the procedural issues.

A Rwandan soldier has reportedly opened fire inside a bar, resulting in the deaths of five civilians in a southwestern Rwandan town.

The incident, which took place early Wednesday, led to the arrest of the soldier, identified by the Rwandan Defence Forces (RDF) as a 39-year-old sergeant. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, according to the army’s statement.

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“The RDF has arrested the suspect and will take necessary legal action against him,” said the military in an official release.

In a similar case, Rwandan soldiers faced accusations in 2020 after allegedly raping and assaulting civilians during the Covid lockdown in the Kangondo slum of Kigali, the nation’s capital. The incident, involving six soldiers, raised significant public concern at the time.

This tragic event has drawn national and international attention, with calls for swift justice for the victims.

Yul Edochie, the prominent Nollywood actor known for his powerful roles in the Nigerian film industry, recently took to his verified social media to express deep admiration for his second wife, Judy Austin.

In a heartfelt post shared on Tuesday, Yul praised Judy, calling her “Ijele Odogwu” and “Nwanyi Oma” – terms of endearment that emphasised her strength and beauty. The actor publicly acknowledged the joy she has brought into his life, especially with the addition of their two sons.

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“Judy Austin, you have given me two very handsome boys. You’ve done well,” Yul wrote, clearly thrilled with his growing family. But in a lighthearted twist, he went on to request a baby girl. “Just give me one baby girl, then I’ll leave you to rest for some time. I promise,” he added, alongside heart emojis.

The post quickly went viral, sparking reactions from fans and fellow Nollywood actors. Many expressed admiration for Yul’s open affection toward Judy and celebrated the love and unity between the couple. Others humorously encouraged Judy to consider Yul’s playful plea for a daughter.

Yul Edochie, son of the veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie, is not only known for his acting talent but also for his family-centered lifestyle. He has frequently been open to constructive and destructive criticism from his fans due to his act of marrying a second wife.

Despite that, he has always show his admiration for Judy, and fans have come to appreciate his posts that highlight the importance of family and affection.