Tag: Spyro

  • Why we must protect witnesses, judicial officers who testify against terrorists – Maj-Gen. Laka

    Why we must protect witnesses, judicial officers who testify against terrorists – Maj-Gen. Laka

    The National Coordinator, National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), Office of the National Security Adviser, Maj.-Gen. Adamu Laka, has said there is a need for countries battling terrorism to develop and implement effective strategies to protect witnesses and Justice officials involved in the investigation, prosecution, and adjudication of terrorism-related cases.

    He said such strategies would ensure their safety, well-being, and continued participation in the criminal justice process.

    Gen. Laka said this on Thursday, May 23, at a 2-day workshop and plenary meeting of the Global Counter-Terrorism Forum (GCTF) Criminal Justice and Rule of Law (CJ-ROL) Working Group (WG).

    The workshop, which was co-chaired by Nigeria and Italy with the theme: “Good Practices for the Protection of Witnesses and Criminal Justice Officials”, sought to identify relevant civilian counter-terrorism challenges and capacity gaps, consider activities to address the gaps, as well as to mobilise political will, financial resources and expertise.

    Gen. Laka said in the federal government’s quest to secure durable peace and safe haven for the citizenry, thus a need for unwavering dedication and collective action of all in the fight against terrorism and organised crimes in the country.

    The National Coordinator urged countries under the umbrella of the Global Counter-Terrorism Forum (GCTF) to harness the power of collaboration and cooperation in advancing their shared goals of Justice, security, and peace.

    He said: “Criminal justice officials, including prosecutors, judges, and law enforcement officers, face significant risks as they fulfill their duties in the pursuit of justice. It therefore, behooved on all to prioritize the development and implementation of effective strategies to safeguard witnesses and Justice Officials, thereby ensuring their safety, well-being, and continued participation in the criminal justice process.”

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    “In Nigeria, as in many other nations around the globe, the fight against terrorism and organized crime presents multifaceted challenges that demand our unwavering dedication and collective action.”

    While expressing the useful interventions of the participants, Gen. Laka said the contributions of the panelists have “so far enriched the understanding of the importance of the protection of witnesses and justice officials.”

    The Nation reports that Nigeria has remained a co-chair of the GCTF CJ-ROL WG since 2017. Nigeria co-chaired with Switzerland from 2017-2022 and currently with Italy from 2022-2024. The latest joint mandate between Nigeria and Italy has been extended from 2024-2026.

  • Why I once disliked Canada, by Spyro

    Why I once disliked Canada, by Spyro

    Singer and songwriter Oludipe Oluwasanmi, popularly known as Spyro, has explained that his resentment towards Canada stemmed from a heartbreak he suffered from a lady who resides there.

    He shared on Instagram that he had been planning to propose, but the relationship ended unexpectedly.

    According to Spyro, the breakup occurred because a female fan had pecked him, leading his then-girlfriend to end their relationship.

    Since this incident, Spyro has developed a strong aversion to the idea of Canada.

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    He wrote: “Canada, I want to be honest today…The reason why I have pushed this tour this far is because I was still healing from a serious heartbreak from one of your girls there. Quite painful as I saw a future with us …already bought a ring and all of a sudden she ended it and for what, because a female friend pecked me after I bought her something she needed and I wanted to be open so I told her and that led to a series of events that ended the relationship. Since then I resented the idea of Canada and everything that surrounds it but now am healed thanks to a series of messages from my pastor Canada it is time”.

    He added: “So you know, I am not just coming to tour o, I am coming to find beauty to my chaos, so my Jesus baddies, as you are coming out to the venues, endeavour to dress sexy but decent, I might just sight my missing rib from the crown and oh, I won’t be wearing shades on all performances in CANADA so I can see well… See ya all from June 14th”.

  • Why I don’t want to be in same room with Nengi – Spyro

    Why I don’t want to be in same room with Nengi – Spyro

    Singer Oluwasanmi David Oludipe popularly known as Spyro has stated despite his admiration for BBNaija’s Nengi, he would never want to be in the same room with her. 

    He recently recalled on his Instagram page how an interviewer asked him which female celebrity in the industry would he never allow himself to be left in a room with.

    Answering the question, Spyro picked Nengi as he noted how he isn’t Jesus Christ but just a servant of his.

    According to him, since he isn’t Jesus, he flees from every appearance of Nengi so people wouldn’t use her to get to him.

    Surprisingly for him, he met the reality star at a show and she sat right opposite him and he kept rebuking the devil to leave him, till he fled from there.

    Read Also: Phyno, Spyro release new collab song ‘Shut down’

    “An interviewer recently asked me, which female in this industry would you never allow yourself to be left in a room with? Guess who I named? That would be Nengi.

    “I no dey like dey too form like say I be Jesus, I am just his BOY, I ain’t him so I flee from every appearance of Nengi. Make dem no go go get me.

    “Humnnnn …. Naso I jam her for one show ,she sat right opposite me and I kept rebuking the devil to leave my head till I had to run,” he said. 

  • I wished I found love before stardom – Spyro

    I wished I found love before stardom – Spyro

    Singer Oludipe Oluwasanmi David, popularly known as Spyro, has said that he wished he found love before stardom. 

    According to him, he regrets not finding love before he became popular, revealing the difficulty in finding true love as a celebrity.

    The ‘Who’s your guy’ crooner, said it is currently difficult for him to find love because he is unsure of who genuinely loves him.

    Read Also: Phyno, Spyro release new collab song ‘Shut down’

    Speaking in a recent chat with Drip Check, Spyro said: “I wished I had found love before now. As a celebrity, you are scared because you don’t even know who loves you for what you are or who you are.”

    On his ideal woman, the ‘Who’s Your Guy’ crooner said: “I am attracted to intelligence. So when I talk to a woman that is not giving me that vibe, I have a big problem with that.”

    Spyro said he has been unlucky in relationships because he always put his career before his relationship.

  • Phyno, Spyro release new collab song ‘Shut down’

    Phyno, Spyro release new collab song ‘Shut down’

    Singers Spyro and Phyno,l have collaborated on a new song titled ‘Shut Down’.

    The duo joined forces to unveil their latest musical masterpiece today, March 29. 

    The track exudes energy from start to finish captivating fans with its dynamic fusion of Afro pop and highlife sounds.

    Spyro and Phyno’s chemistry shines throughout the song, as they effortlessly deliver powerful performances that perfectly complement each other.

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    “Shut Down” showcases Spyro and Phyno’s exceptional vocal prowess and lyrical finesse, coupled with Mr. Soul’s finesse on production.

    The collaboration marks a significant milestone in Spyro’s career as he continues to push boundaries and redefine the contemporary music scene.

    To inform fans of the new release, Spyro wrote on his Instagram page: “The moment is upon us. I hereby declare a worldwide #SHUTDOWN to take effect immediately. Everyone stay home and mount your post…It is dangerous to be outside and not streaming right now”.

  • Beware of extremely beautiful women, Spyro warns men

    Beware of extremely beautiful women, Spyro warns men

    Singer Oludipe David Oluwasanmi, popularly known as Spyro, has cautioned his fellow men about the potential danger posed by extremely beautiful women.

    In a message shared on his Instagram, Spyro urged men to be wary, asserting that often the most dreadful women are the ones who appear stunning.

    He emphasised the importance of cherishing and respecting women who possess both beauty and intelligence, highlighting their scarcity in the world.

    Drawing a parallel, Spyro likened the situation to the biblical narrative of the devil, who was once the most beautiful angel before being cast out of heaven by God.

    He suggested that in today’s society, people are often misled by stereotypical depictions of evil as being adorned with horns and tails, while in reality, it may manifest through seemingly attractive individuals.

    Spyro cautioned that the Devil may be operating behind the facade of many charming women whom men interact with, date, or engage with socially.

    In his parting shot, he told me to beware, be vigilant, and stay prayerful.

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    He said: “The most terrible of women often are usually the extremely beautiful ones. If you got a beautiful one with brains keep her pls there are a few of them left and vice versa.

    “It ain’t far-fetched after all that the devil was described as the most beautiful Angel. He finds his best expression in beauty. Everything beautiful was created by God but beware, the devil is the author of corruption and deceit so this theology of the devil with horns and tails is wrong, even the Bible says in 2 Cor 11:14 “No wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an Angel of light.”

    “My generation constantly looking for the black devil with horns and tails, expecting him. In some sort of ways like in dreams and displays in churches when in the real sense he is advanced, working behind a lot of the pretty faces we talk to, date, and commune with.

    He added: “Beware, Stay Vigilant, and Stay prayed up.”

  • IWD: Spyro unveils plans for five business women

    IWD: Spyro unveils plans for five business women

    Songwriter and singer, Oludipe Oluwasanmi David, popularly known as Spyro has recently expressed how he would love to help support young female entrepreneurs ahead of the upcoming Women’s Day celebration.

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    Taking to his Instagram page, he wrote: “To celebrate #InternationalWomensDay, I’ll be promoting 5 incredible women and their businesses on my platform and also support them financially in my little way.

    ‘If you’re a female entrepreneur, drop a comment and tag your business page.

    “Feel free to tag any women-led businesses you’d like to see featured. Happy Women’s Day in advance”.

  • Spyro recounts kneeling to influencer for song promotion

    Spyro recounts kneeling to influencer for song promotion

    Singer Oludipe Oluwasanmi David, popularly known as Spyro has shared his past hardships, recalling a moment when he publicly knelt to plead with an influencer to promote his song “Who’s Your Guy,” only to be rejected. 

    In an interview with media personality and actor Taymesan on the “teawithtaypod,” Spyro revealed that before the release of his hit track, he reached out to a well-known influencer for assistance in promoting the song, but his request was declined.

    The vocalist of “Who is your guy” brought up this point when discussing how Craze clown helped promote his song without collecting a penny from him.

    He added that he had asked several influential people to help him market his music, but they turned him down.

    He recalled the incident by saying that Craze Clown liked his song, gave it free promotion on all social media to the extent people thought it was his song.

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    He said: “While I was performing I saw Craze Clown vibing to my song, after performing I met with him and we exchanged contact, so we decided to meet up I went to his house for one reason or the other, he kept listening to the song continuously. Before you know it he started creating TikTok videos back to back with the sound.”

    “He was aggressive with posting to the point that he was making videos more than me and at some point people thought it was Craze Clown’s song, he didn’t charge a dime to promote my song. I’ll go to his house he will still serve me food.

    “All the influencers I constituted a nuisance to, for them to help me, but the help didn’t come from there, I literally knelt for an influencer in front of foodies one day, and I’ll never forget and he still didn’t help me.” 

  • How my pastor father made me ‘hate’ God growing up – Spyro

    How my pastor father made me ‘hate’ God growing up – Spyro

    Singer, Oludipe Oluwasanmi David, popularly known as Spyro, has revealed how hard it was practising Christianity in a strict Christian home and how it affected his relationship with God.

    Spyro disclosed this in an interview with Emmanuel Taymesan on the Tea with Tay Podcast.

    The ‘Who’s Your Guy’ hitmaker, shared his experiences growing up in Mushin, Lagos under the roof of his pastor father.

    Spyro reflected on the strict upbringing by his father, a pastor, and the challenges he faced due to the strict religious rules and expectations.

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    He said that the intense pressure of being a pastor’s child led him to a phase where he “hated God,” a sentiment influenced by his father’s approach to religion.

    “My father was quite strict, and he’s a pastor, so you know how pastors can be with their kids. They’re really strict because they have this ideology that their children are the ones that…,” Spyro said, with Taymesan interjecting, “Na we dey spoil pass,” to which he nodded in agreement.

    Spyro continued: “The pressure is not good, I must say. But I didn’t even know God through my dad, even though I was right in front of the Bible. Every morning we’d wake up to the Bible, I was forced to do it so I didn’t know who God was. In fact, my dad made me hate God, the personality of God.”

    Despite growing up with a negative perception of religion due to his father’s ministry, Spyro revealed that he has since found a genuine appreciation for religion on his terms.

  • I knew names of demons while growing up, says Spyro

    I knew names of demons while growing up, says Spyro

    Singer, Oludipe Oluwasanmi David, popularly known as Spyro, has revealed that he was a staunch Christian growing up and would always cast out demons and conduct a deliverance.

    The Nation reported that Spyro said he was once a shop attendant where he sold recharge cards and was paid N4,000 monthly salary.

    He made the revelations while discussing his childhood and upbringing on the latest episode of the ‘Tea With Tay’ podcast hosted by Taymesan.

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    He noted: “God really used me in secondary school. I was the chapel prefect. That time we dey do deliverance. We dey send winch commot.

    “I was so young, but I had a passion for the things of God. I loved reading Christian books. I read the Demonology series. I know the names of demons. If I see a demon in operation, I can tell.”

    Spyro also revealed that he has a twin sister.