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Covid 19: Chief Olu Okeowo Angry, Curses Purveyors Of Wicked Rumour
With the Corona Virus pandemic ravaging every parts of the world including Nigeria and many high profile individuals testing positive, the backlash is becoming grim and no one is taking it lightly.
Across the globe, hundreds of celebrities and notable figures are becoming victims —some already dead while others are quarantined and in isolation. Amidst this was the negative insinuations swirling around the person of Nigerian billionaire property mogul, Sir Olu Okeowo, who is been mentioned in the web of stories about the pandemic.
Over the weekend, unverified reports surfaced across various social media platforms alleging that three high end Nigerians who attended the 80th birthday party of Ambassador George Olusola Oguntade, Nigerian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, held in London penultimate week, have died of the Corona Virus. The rumour mongers are suggesting that Okeowo and many other dignitaries at the party, might probably be carrying the deadly virus and they have refused to go for test as well as be on self-isolation, and then put other people at risk.
However, the bubbling socialite cum businessman didn’t take it lightly as he was said to be so livid with those carrying the rumour.
According to one of his friends who checked on him told this writer that the terribly riled Chairman of Gibraltar Construction, said he was alive and very healthy with no symptom of any ailment not to talk of Covid-19.
Okeowo said he has not been infected nor any member of his immediate family, adding that the rumours are handiwork of enemies who obviously are not happy with his personal success as well the honour they accorded the celebrant (Ambassador Oguntade) who is a respected jurist.
“Come on, today (Tuesday) is Day 14. Nigerians should stop practicing PHD (Simply known as Pull Him Down). Coronavirus is a viral infection and not a stigma. We shall overcome but I pray that those who incite hatred will be accorded the prayers of Psalm 35 and go down immediately as God moves powerfully around the world. Enough of pulling people down, rather we should question ourselves on why there are not enough hospitals or food banks to help the poor despite the large numbers of religious bodies who solicit funds immorally around and the power by each and every one of us to do good,” Okeowo said.
According to the businessman, who prayed to almighty God to heal everyone that have been infected by the Covid-19 including President Mohammadu Buhari’s Chief of Staff, Mallam Abba Kyari and Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, anyone who want to live to be 80, should not put any Octogenarian in derision.
To show his irritation to the wicked rumours and its purveyors, Okeowo expressed support for the social media bill which he said Nigeria needed urgently,
“I was at the (birthday) occasion and gladly played the organ to celebrate an old friend who has been there for me forever. I am alive and so my wife and son. Enough of our dark hearts. You will reap what you sow. Can’t wait for the social media bill as we need it urgently. Instead, these people should please help build hospitals and set up food banks or shut up their mouths,” he said as a parting shot to those he claimed are spreading the wicked rumour about his person and that of Ambassador Oguntade.
It will be recalled that on March 11, over 300 esteemed guests converged inside luxurious Park Lane Hilton, London to celebrate Ambassador Oguntade, a retired Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, who turned 80.
The roll call at the party read of who-is-who of the Nigerian high society. They were treated endlessly to different sumptuous gourmet dishes and washed with exotic drinks.
Aside Okeowo, other luminaries who flew in from every corner of the world for the bash included Governor Dapo Abiodun, Chief Rasaq Okoya, Chief Olusegun Osoba, Chief Kessington Adebutu, Gen. Ike Nwachukwu, John Momoh, Bola Shagaya, Oba Saheed Elegushi, Folorunsho Alakija, Dr. Wale Babalakin, Hakeem Muri-Okunola, Erelu Dosunmu, Nike Oshinowo, Senator Lanre Tejuosho, Nkiru Anumudu, Dele Momodu and many others.
The magnificent and exclusive party lasted well into the early hours of the following day as those guests danced to the beat of much celebrated Chief Ebenezer Obey who was specially flew in for the bash.
A new video has emerged showing two men reportedly kidnapped by Boko Haram insurgents in Borno State, pleading for assistance to secure their release.
One of the captives, former Biu Local Government Area Chairman Hassan Biu Miringa, revealed that their abductors are demanding a $300,000 ransom.
Miringa said he and another individual were taken in December 2025 and have remained in the custody of the militants.
In the video shared by Zagazola Makama, Miringa introduced himself, saying: “I am Hassan Biu Miringa, former Chairman of Biu Local Government from 2020 to 2022. Four years after my tenure, we were kidnapped by the soldiers of Khilafa about two weeks ago. Alhamdulillah, we are still alive, but we urgently need help to save our lives.”
He added that negotiations with the kidnappers had been underway, with some preliminary agreements reportedly reached.
“We have engaged them on four separate occasions and reached an understanding. We appeal to our leaders, especially Borno State Deputy Governor Alhaji Usman Umar Kadafur, the National Assembly representative for Biu, Kwaya, and Shani Hon. Betera Aliyu, as well as our community leaders, to temper justice with mercy and assist us. We are their children and have been working together,” Miringa said.
He confirmed the ransom demand, explaining that each captive is expected to pay $150,000, totaling $300,000 for their freedom, and pleaded for urgent intervention to reunite with their families.
The video highlights ongoing concerns over kidnappings and insecurity in southern Borno State, which have persisted despite government efforts to curb insurgent activity in the region.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Saturday visited Port Harcourt City Local Government as part of his “thank you” visit across Rivers State.
Upon his arrival, a group of women displayed a symbolic gesture of loyalty by spreading their wrappers on the ground for his motorcade.
The women and supporters of the Minister were in a jubilant mode as Wike drove on the wrappers.
Wike has been going around local governments in the state to appreciate them for their support while reeling out moves ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In the course of his visits, the Minister had fired several salvos at political actors in the state, warning that their sudden support for President Bola Tinubu won’t secure them any ticket in 2027.
Wike also renewed rivalry with Governor Sim Fubara over the leadership control of the political space in the state.
The Rivers State House of Assembly has officially reaffirmed that the impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, are ongoing and have not been suspended.
The Assembly said the process is still ongoing and is being conducted strictly in line with constitutional provisions.
This was contained in a statement issued on Friday by the Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Petitions and Complaints, Hon. Enemi George.
According to the statement, the impeachment process, which began on Thursday, January 8, 2026, remains on course in line with the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended).
The lawmakers disclosed that separate notices of allegations bordering on gross misconduct have been served on both the governor and his deputy in line with Section 188 of the Constitution.
“The notices of allegations of gross misconduct against the Governor and the Deputy Governor have been duly forwarded to them by the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Martins Amaewhule, and the House is awaiting their responses,” the statement said.
The Assembly maintained that it is constitutionally obligated to act in the interest of the rule of law and ensure that no public office holder acts outside legal boundaries.
Reacting to reports suggesting that the impeachment move had been halted, the House accused some individuals and media outlets of deliberately spreading misinformation to mislead the public and stir tension between the legislature and Rivers residents.
The lawmakers described such reports as false and insisted they would not succumb to intimidation, threats, or blackmail.
“We are aware of renewed attempts by certain persons and media platforms to misinform the public by claiming that the impeachment process has been discontinued. The public should disregard such falsehoods, as the process remains active,” the statement added.
The Assembly reaffirmed its commitment to democratic principles and constitutional responsibilities, stressing that it would not be distracted by what it termed “cheap propaganda.”
It also appreciated the people of Rivers State for their support and prayers amid the ongoing political developments and extended goodwill to Nigerians committed to the nation’s democratic journey.
JomogNews reports that during Thursday’s plenary session, presided over by the Speaker, the Majority Leader, Major Jack, formally read the notice of allegations of gross misconduct against Governor Fubara on the floor of the House.
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