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Why I relocated to US, converted to christianity – Fuji maestro, Adewale Ayuba

Published

1 year ago

June 19, 2024

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Renowned Fuji musician Adewale Ayuba has explained why he moved to America and converted to Christianity.

Ayuba talked to Teju Babyface about his new life in the United States, his religion, and his music career.

He revealed that he and one of his band members traveled to America in 1995 for a three-month summer tour.
Ayuba stated that they were unable to return to Nigeria following their performance because of threats from Sani Abacha, the late military ruler of the state.

The musician claimed he was intimidated after releasing an album calling for the liberation of political prisoners, including the late Moshood Abiola.

Ayuba stated that following Abacha’s death, he went to Nigeria to play at the 1998 Benson and Hedges Concert.

The singer said;

“I left for America with my full band members in 1995 for a summer show and others. We came to America for about three months and then returned to Nigeria.

“I returned to Nigeria in 1998 when Abacha died. The three years I stayed in America were by the grace of God because he is a good planner.

“When I was in America, I realized that I could only perform shows on weekends. My Mondays to Fridays were free. So, I enrolled in school. That was where I met my wife.

“After that, I took part in a lot of activities. Doing so was like building another foundation in America. That was not easy. From there, I completed my documentation and became an American citizen.

“I don’t see myself continuing in Fuji music, I believe I have done well. This is America, there’s more to explore in life, trusting that God has a plan.”

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Tinubu offended me, he’s full of himself – Babachir Lawal

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22 hours ago

August 12, 2025

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A former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, has claimed that he did not offend President Bola Tinubu.

Instead, he insists that it was Tinubu who offended him.

Lawal stated this while answering questions on Politics Today on Channels Television on Monday.

When asked by host Seun Okinbaloye if he is still friends with Tinubu, Lawal replied: “Yes, of course. We are friends. You should be able to tell your friend the truth even on national TV. The last time I spoke with him (Tinubu) was July 2022.

“The problem with Bola Tinubu is that he thinks that I offended him. I didn’t offend him. But he offended me. And he’s full of himself. Because he thinks he’s the so-called president.”

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EFCC arrests Tambuwal over alleged N189bn fraud

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22 hours ago

August 12, 2025

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Aminu Tambuwal, former governor of Sokoto State, is currently being quizzed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, in Abuja.

The Cable reports that Tambuwal, a former governor and currently a serving senator, is in detention over alleged fraudulent cash withdrawals to the tune of N189 billion.

The development comes after the African Democratic Congress, ADC, alleged that EFCC was carrying out selective investigations targeting opposition politicians.

In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party claimed that recent EFCC summons to senior members of the opposition coalition were politically motivated and linked to their political affiliations.

According to ADC, some of the cases being pursued are not based on new evidence but involve reopening files from past years.

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BREAKING: Nigerian Senator Ibrahim Musa Kontagora D1es After Abuja Hospital Denies Surgery Over $15,000 Bill

Published

4 days ago

August 9, 2025

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In a devastating turn of events that’s igniting outrage across the nation, Senator Ibrahim Musa Kontagora has sadly passed away after a private hospital in Abuja allegedly refused to perform a crucial surgery due to his inability to pay a $15,000 (around ₦23 million) medical bill upfront.

The former senator was in dire need of a life-saving operation, but reports indicate that the medical team wouldn’t move forward without full payment — even in his critical state. Just moments later, he was pronounced dead.

This heartbreaking incident has reignited a national conversation about:

The failing state of Nigeria’s healthcare system, the ruthless commercialization of essential medical care

The growing divide between the political elite and the struggling masses

Despite being a former senator, Kontagora became yet another casualty of a system that views healthcare as a luxury rather than a fundamental right.

Critics are demanding immediate reform and asking:
“If a senator can be left to die over a bill, what hope do ordinary Nigerians have?”

Nigerians deserve answers; they deserve better.
They deserve a healthcare system that prioritizes life over profit.