Musiliu Obanikoro’s mother passes on at 95

Former Minister of State for Defence, Musiliu Obanikoro has announced the death of his mother, Alhaja Wasliat Obanikoro. According to him, she died in the early hours of Saturday after a brief illness. The politician, who was recently rumoured to have defected from the PDP to the ruling APC after reconciling with Asiwaju Bola Ahmed... Read More

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May 20, 2017

Moji Olaiya’s burial canceled in Canada as Ekiti govt intervenes

by Azeez Adeniyi The burial of Nollywood actress, Moji Olaiya slated for Friday in Canada was canceled, Encomium reports. This was reportedly due to the intervention of the Ekiti State government which pleaded that her remains be brought to Nigeria. According to the site, the state government has volunteered to bankroll the shipment of the... Read More

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May 19, 2017

[The Alausa Blog]: Ambode attends the Commendation Service of Late Governor of the Western Region

Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Thursday showered encomium on the late former Military Governor of the defunct Western Region, General Adeyinka Adebayo, describing him as an elder statesman who worked tirelessly for the progress of the Yoruba nation and unity of the country. The late Adebayo, who died on March 8, 2017 in... Read More

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April 25, 2017

Adeleke’s death: Doctor arrested for alleged drug overdose

by Azeez Adeniyi The doctor who treated late Senator Isiaka Adeleke, has been arrested by the police for interrogation, one of his aides has said. The aide said the doctor was arrested on Monday, after reports emerged that the former Osun governor died as a result of an overdose of medications administered on him. Although the... Read More

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April 24, 2017

Adeleke’s burial postponed for autopsy

by Azeez Adeniyi The burial of Senator Isiaka Adeleke has been postponed. The burial which was earlier scheduled for 4:pm on Sunday, was postponed in order to conduct an autopsy on his body. Adeleke, a former civilian governor of Osun, died in the earlier hours of Sunday at Biket Hospital in Osogbo. [Read Also: BREAKING: OSUN... Read More

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January 11, 2017

Army buries 15 soldiers declared missing

The Nigerian Army has recovered the corpses of “one officer and 15 soldiers’’ earlier declared “Missing in Action” during an operation to dislodge the Boko Haram insurgents from Gashigar Area in Borno on Oct. 16, 2016. This was made known on Wednesday by the Theatre Commander of Operation Lafiya Dole, Maj.- Gen. Lucky Irabor, at a... Read More

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November 15, 2016

Sambo Dasuki rejected offer to attend father’s funeral – FG

The Federal Government says former National Security Adviser, Col. Sambo Dasuki (rtd) on Monday rejected its offer to an offer to visit his late father, Ibrahim Dasuki, in an Abuja hospital. According to Minister for Interior Abdulrahman Danbazau, Sambo also declined another offer to be in Sokoto throughout the mourning of his father, saying he (Sambo) preferred to pray... Read More

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October 16, 2016

Wilfred Okiche: When mourning is beautiful [NEW VOICES]

by Wilfred Okiche Death is a sad affair. But mourning can be a beautiful thing. This part of the world, there is a strong belief that burying of the dead should be a communal effort involving loved ones, friends and family. No matter how private the life, one must never be allowed to mourn alone.... Read More

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July 28, 2016

Stephen Keshi funeral service ongoing (PHOTOS)

The funeral ceremony of late Super Eagles coach, Stephen Okechukwu Keshi is currently ongoing at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Airport road in Benin, Edo State. Present at the ceremony is a delegation of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF led by its president, Amaju Pinnick. Keshi, a one-time Super Eagles captain and coach passed on June... Read More

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July 20, 2016

Stephen Keshi to be buried July 29

The funeral rites of the late former Super Eagles Coach, Stephen Keshi, has been fixed for July 29, 2016. The burial will hold at his country-home of Illah town in Delta State. Before his demise Keshi coached the Togolese and Malian national teams qualifying the former to the 2006 FIFA World Cup. He led the... Read More

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July 8, 2016

Ruggedman, Sammie Okposo, Okey Bakassi, others attend OJB’s service of songs (EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS)

It was a special night on Wednesday as the late OJB, who passed away few weeks back, got celebrated in 3-in-1 event that ended with a Tribute concert. There were tears and a lot of singing to celebrate the impact of OJB’s life. See exclusive photos from the event.

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July 7, 2016

5 things to know about Shinkafi, Nigeria’s first secret police boss

The death of Umaru Shinkafi, a former head of Nigeria’s secret police, was announced on Wednesday. According to a statement by Imam Imam, the Special Adviser on Media and Public Affair to the Sokoto state governor, Shinkafi “will be buried on Friday after burial rites are conducted according to Islamic injunction.” Shinkafi died at “the Harefield Hospital, Hill... Read More

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June 21, 2016

OJB Jezreel to be buried July 4-8 [DETAILS]

The family of late Nigerian music producer and artiste, Babatunde Okungbowa, a.k.a OJB Jezreel has released the schedule for his funeral rites. OJB Jezreel passed away on Tuesday, June 14 from kidney problems which he had been battling with since 2013. The veteran music producer was flown to India for a transplant in 2013, after... Read More

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June 6, 2016

Muhammad Ali’s body arrives hometown for funeral (VIDEO)

Ahead of his funeral on Friday, June 11 2016, Muhammad Ali‘s casket arrived in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, on Sunday. The 74-year-old died in a Phoenix hospital last week Friday after losing out in his battle with Parkinson’s disease. On Saturday, a representative of the family announced plans for Ali’s public memorial service, which... Read More

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May 24, 2016

Death unites El Rufai and Shehu Sani (PHOTOS)

They are not the best of friends and certainly aren’t political associates despite belonging to the same All Progressives Congress party. Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai and Senator Shehu Sani hardly ever see eye-to-eye. But the recent death of the latter’s mother, Hajiya Fatima Abubakar Sani at the age of 75, united them on Monday,... Read More

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April 7, 2016

Alamieyeseigha ‘had his own failings, but he stood for Niger Delta’

The funeral rites of former Governor of Bayelsa, Diepreye Alamieyeseigha, begins today in Yenegoa, the capital of the state. Former Commissioner for Information, Esueme Dan-Kikile who heads the Publicity Sub-Committee of the burial committee, said Alamieyeseigha, would be given a heroic burial, yet solemn. He said Alamieyeseigha was much loved by Bayelsans, who fondly described... Read More

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November 26, 2015

‘I don’t know if Prince Audu was poisoned’ – Dino Melaye

Senator Dino Melaye ‘cannot say’ for sure, if the deceased candidate of the All Progressives Congress in the Kogi State 2015 governorship election, Prince Abubakar Audu, was poisoned. Melaye said on Wednesday, during a show on African Independent Television, that only God knows if foul play was responsible for the death of Prince Audu. “I cannot say he... Read More

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November 26, 2015

‘Golden casket, mammoth crowd and eminent guests’ | 30 photos from the burial of HID Awolowo

The wife of Chief Obafemi Awolowo , Late Madam Hannah Idowu Dideolu Awolowo, was buried in colourful fashion on Wednesday, at Ikenne, Ogun state. In attendance at the funeral were governors, ministers, lawmakers as well as President Muhammadu Buhari and Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo. The procession

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September 17, 2015

Opinion: The needless burial of Oluchi Anekwe

Tomorrow, Friday, 18th September 2005, a needless burial will take place in Aku, Enugu State. Oluchi Anekwe will be lowered into the bowels of a moist, red earth. The barely 22 year old, first-class bound 300-level student of University of Lagos, electrocuted when a loosely hanging high tension wire fell on her in her campus,... Read More

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August 12, 2015

This is when the late Ooni of Ife will be buried

A burial date has been announced for the late Ooni of Ife, Oba Okunade Sijuwade, whose death was officially announced on Wednesday, August 12. The son of the late Ooni of Ife, Adetokunbo Sijuwade, has announced that the monarch would be buried on Friday, August 14. Prince Adetokunbo Sijuwade made the announcement while addressing journalists at the Government... Read More

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January 28, 2015

Muna Obiekwe to be buried on February 3rd

by Chinwe Okafor Following the demise of Muna Obiekwe few weeks ago, the Actors Guild of Nigeria has released the programme of activities to honour the late Nollywood actor. Muna Obiekwe died on Jan.18 from a kidney related ailment. In a statement released and signed by AGN’s President, Ibinabo Fiberesima, it was disclosed that the... Read More

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December 6, 2014

Drama as body of Jim Nwobodo’s son goes missing at funeral

by Azubuike Azikiwe On Friday, December 5, during the burial of Ifeanyi Nwobodo Jnr, son of Jim Nwobodo, who died of cancer on November 16, his corpse was nowhere to be found, even as people gathered for the funeral. Apparently, as at early in the morning on Friday, the corpse of the deceased had disappeared from the... Read More

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December 3, 2014

#BelieveItOrNot: Dog gets flamboyant burial in Lagos + more (See Photos)

by Anike Jacobs Nigerians have taken the ‘burial rites’ process a notch higher, if you don’t believe us you need to see for yourself. A 15 year old male Alsatian dog was given the most befitting burial at Oshifila street in Ikeja, in Lagos last weekend. The dog, Dr. Papilo was buried with pomp in... Read More

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November 9, 2014

“The most humble man I ever met” – 2face’s emotional tribute at father’s funeral

by Kolapo Olapoju Pop icon, 2face Idibia was overwhelmed with emotion as he buried his father, Michael Agbo Idibia, in his hometown of Amufu Ejeba in Enumoga Ehaje, Okpokwu LGA of Benue State. 2face while paying his tributes during the burial ceremony, said his father was humble, kind and an extraordinary gentleman. He also added... Read More

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November 7, 2014

2face Idibia buries father in Benue

by Damilola Jagun Pop icon, 2face Idibia has laid to rest his father, Michael Idibia, at their hometown, in Benue state. The late Mr Idibia passed away on 23 August, at an hospital in Abuja after battling with prostate cancer. He is survived by wife, Rose and their four children – Steven, Innocent (2face), Hyacinth and Oche.

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August 26, 2014

Night of Tributes held for Late Prof. Dora Akunyili (PHOTOS)

by Azubuike Azikiwe To honour the Late Professor Dora Akunyili, a night of Tributes was held on Monday, 25 August, at the International Conference Centre, Abuja. Anambra State governor, Chief Willie Obiano, Onyeka Onwenu, Minister of Health, Prof. Onyebuchi Chukwu, former Ministers of Education and health, Obiageli Ezekwesili, and Prof ABC Nwosu, former military head... Read More

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August 24, 2014

SAD! 2face Idibia loses 68-year-old father to prostrate cancer

by Kolapo Olapoju In a sad development, Michael Agbo Idibia, the father of iconic Nigerian singer, 2face Idibia, has passed on. He reportedly gave up the ghost on Saturday, 23 August, in an Abuja hospital, where he had been hospitalised for days, after battling with prostrate cancer. 2face had earlier announced on 8 June, at... Read More

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August 11, 2014

Ebola: Jonathan says you should stop attending burials

by Azubuike Azikiwe President Goodluck Jonathan has warned Nigerians to be mindful of attending burial ceremonies. He gave this warning in Abuja during a conference organised by the Interfaith Initiative For Peace in Abuja while responding to some children who had during their presentation asked the government and religious leaders to help them end insurgency and the... Read More

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June 6, 2014

Opinion: Who will tell Okorocha that Justice Oputa’s burial is not for sale?

by Kazeem Popoola If Mr. Sam Onwuemeodo is not well read, he should make Google his friend in order to track the amazing records of Charly Boy when in organization and events planning. Someone should please ask Governor Rochas’s SSA on media to present his version of a programme of events befitting a Justice Oputa. ... Read More

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June 2, 2014

Tight security: Shettima attends Emir’s burial with over 100 soldiers

by Oge Okonkwo Following the attack and killing of the Emir of Gwoza, Borno State governor, Kashim Shettima, left Maiduguri, the state capital, amid tight security, to attend the monarch’s burial yesterday. Shettima was accompanied by a combined force of about 150 soldiers of the 7 Division, Nigerian Army, Maiduguri; the police special squad and the... Read More

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Musiliu Obanikoro’s mother passes on at 95

Moji Olaiya’s burial canceled in Canada as Ekiti govt intervenes

[The Alausa Blog]: Ambode attends the Commendation Service of Late Governor of the Western Region

Adeleke’s death: Doctor arrested for alleged drug overdose

Adeleke’s burial postponed for autopsy

Army buries 15 soldiers declared missing

Sambo Dasuki rejected offer to attend father’s funeral – FG

Wilfred Okiche: When mourning is beautiful [NEW VOICES]

Stephen Keshi funeral service ongoing (PHOTOS)

Stephen Keshi to be buried July 29

Ruggedman, Sammie Okposo, Okey Bakassi, others attend OJB’s service of songs (EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS)

5 things to know about Shinkafi, Nigeria’s first secret police boss

OJB Jezreel to be buried July 4-8 [DETAILS]

Muhammad Ali’s body arrives hometown for funeral (VIDEO)

Death unites El Rufai and Shehu Sani (PHOTOS)

Alamieyeseigha ‘had his own failings, but he stood for Niger Delta’

‘I don’t know if Prince Audu was poisoned’ – Dino Melaye

‘Golden casket, mammoth crowd and eminent guests’ | 30 photos from the burial of HID Awolowo

Opinion: The needless burial of Oluchi Anekwe

This is when the late Ooni of Ife will be buried

Muna Obiekwe to be buried on February 3rd

Drama as body of Jim Nwobodo’s son goes missing at funeral

#BelieveItOrNot: Dog gets flamboyant burial in Lagos + more (See Photos)

“The most humble man I ever met” – 2face’s emotional tribute at father’s funeral

2face Idibia buries father in Benue

Night of Tributes held for Late Prof. Dora Akunyili (PHOTOS)

SAD! 2face Idibia loses 68-year-old father to prostrate cancer

Ebola: Jonathan says you should stop attending burials

Opinion: Who will tell Okorocha that Justice Oputa’s burial is not for sale?

Tight security: Shettima attends Emir’s burial with over 100 soldiers

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