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Bobrisky Reacts As Reps Move To Ban Cross-dressing, Imprison Offenders

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Popular cross-dresser, Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky has reacted to a move by the House of Representatives to prohibit cross-dressing in Nigeria.

It was earlier reported that Umar Muda, a member of the House of Representatives had last week introduced a bill to prohibit cross-dressing in Nigeria.

The bill seeks to ban cross-dressing with the exemption of those using it for entertainment.

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With this proposed law, crossdressers now risk 6 months in prison if passed.

The bill seeks to amend the same-sex marriage (prohibition) act of 2013 by including cross-dressing as one of the offences under the act.

READ ALSO: Bobrisky Apologises For Asking Oba of Benin To Marry Him

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Reacting to the bill, Bobrisky in a post on his Instagram page insisted he was not a crossdresser but a woman, having done many surgeries that can’t be reversed.

“I’m not a cross-dresser, I’m a woman. I have done many surgeries that can’t be reversed such as lipo, boobs etc.

“When the time comes, even the court self go confirm am say I’m now a girl.”

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Nigeria @65: Time To Build, Not Just Celebrate — Edo Dep. Gov. Idahosa

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Deputy Governor of Edo State, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, has congratulated Nigerians on the nation’s 65th independence anniversary, urging citizens to see the celebration as both a symbol of freedom and a call to duty.

An independence message sogned by his Chief Press Secretary, Friday Aghedo, the deputy governor described October 1 as a reminder of the courage, sacrifices, and vision of Nigeria’s founding fathers who laid the foundation for a united and prosperous nation.

He noted that despite the challenges the country has faced over the decades, Nigerians have continued to show resilience, creativity, determination, and qualities, he said, must be harnessed to build a stronger nation.

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READ ALSO:‘Father To All,’ Idahosa Eulogizes Esama At 91

Independence anniversary is not only a celebration of our freedom as a people, but also a call to duty. It is a reminder that the task of building a greater Nigeria lies with all of us.

“Let us remain committed to peace, justice, and the collective good of our nation,” the deputy governor said.

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He commended Edo people for their steadfast support for Governor Monday Okpebholo’s vision of inclusive growth and pledged the administration’s continued commitment to improving the quality of life for citizens through people-centered policies and programmes.

While praying for God’s blessings for the country, he urged Nigerians to reflect on the journey so far and renew their dedication to patriotism, integrity, and service to humanity.

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DSS Arraigns Sowore Over Anti-Tinubu Post

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The Federal Government is set to arraign human rights activist Omoyele Sowore on a five-count charge for allegedly posting false statements about President Bola Tinubu intended to cause a breakdown of law and order, court papers show.

Sowore was sighted at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday ahead of the arraignment.

The suit dated 16th September,2025, was lodged after Sowore allegedly refused to delete the controversial posts about the President.

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The Sahara Reporters publisher was accused of using his official X handle to make the post, “This criminal @ official PBAT Actually went to Brazil to state that there is no more corruption under his regime in Nigeria. What audacity to lie shamelessly!”

READ ALSO:DSS Sues Sowore, X, Meta Over Anti-Tinubu Post

The alleged offending post, said to be contrary to Section 24(2) (b) of the Cybercrimes Prohibition and Prevention Act 2024, was said to have been made on August 25 within the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court.

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The charges were brought on behalf of the DSS and the Federal Government by M.B. Abubakar, Director of Public Prosecutions at the Federal Ministry of Justice, alongside four other counsel to the DSS –M.E. Ernest, U.B. Bulla, Dr. C.S. Eze, and E.G. Orubor.

Social media companies X Inc. and Meta Platforms Inc. are listed as co-defendants.

Confirming the legal action in a Facebook post last week, Sowore wrote, “The State Security Service, alias @OfficialDSSNG today filed a 5-count charge at the Federal High Court in Abuja against ‘X’ (formerly Twitter Facebook, and myself. They claimed that because I called Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu a criminal, I have somehow committed a set of ‘novel’ offences they invented and spread across five counts.

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READ ALSO:DSS Gives X Ultimatum To Pull Down Sowore’s Tweet

“It’s hard to believe there’s anyone sensible left in these offices that should be making Nigeria work. Regardless, I will be present whenever this case is assigned for trial. #RevolutionNow.”

Recall that the human rights activist and African Action Congress candidate in the 2023 election vowed not to delete the controversial tweet, despite a request from the DSS to X demanding its removal.

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Restating his stance, Sowore wrote, “This morning, X (formerly Twitter) officially contacted me about the despicable threat letter they received from the lawless DSS over my Tweet on Tinubu. One option I will NOT be taking is deleting that Tweet. Thank you, @X.”

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Lagos Opens Portal For Teaching Job Applications

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The Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board has opened its official application portal for teaching positions across the state.

In a statement signed on Monday by the Executive Chairman of LASUBEB, the board said the recruitment exercise, approved by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, targets qualified candidates willing to contribute to the delivery of quality education in Lagos State.

The statement partly read, “This is a unique opportunity for NCE holders, B.A (Ed), B.Sc (Ed), B.Ed, HND+PGDE, BA+PGDE, and B.Sc+PGDE graduates to build a career in teaching and contribute meaningfully to qualitative service delivery in the State.”

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READ ALSO:FG Specifies TRCN, NTI’s Roles In Teaching Profession

According to the commission, applicants are required to submit applications strictly online via https://subebjobs.lagosstate.gov.ng.

The statement warned that physical submissions would not be entertained and stressed that the board has not authorised anyone to collect money for the exercise, which is completely free.

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It stated that the documents for application include, O’ Level Certificate (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB), Degree Certificate or NCE Certificate, and NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate, as applicable.

READ ALSO:Job Seekers Protest Alleged Fake Employment Letters For Ondo Teaching Jobs

The board also noted that notifications or statements of results issued beyond two years would not be accepted.

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“LASUBEB has not engaged or authorised any individual or group to collect money for this exercise. The application is absolutely free.

“Closing Date: The portal will close on 14th October, 2025,” the statement concluded.

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