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  • TikTok temporarily limits “late live sessions” in Nigeria

    Nigerians have been temporarily blocked from accessing TikTok’s live feature at night following a recent rise in online sexual misconduct.

    The notice was delivered to users on Monday through an in-app message, explaining that TikTok was reviewing its safety measures and had not provided a timeline for restoring the feature.

    The message read “TikTok is temporarily limiting live late night in Nigeria as part of our investigation to ensure our platform remains safe and our community stays protected” it said.

    “View once,” as they call it, refers to a practice where streamers perform explicit acts for large online audiences in return for virtual gifts, with some groups coordinating adult-themed broadcasts to earn quick payouts through the platform’s gifting system.

    In reaction, many netizens have voiced concern, pointing out that the new development could negatively impact creators who rely on livestreams for legitimate content and business purposes.

    Meanwhile, TikTok has earned people a fortune through their live sessions.

    Hiplife musician Kwaw Kese revealed that he earned $1,000 from his TikTok live sessions in just three days.

    However, he stated that the amount is not substantial enough to make him rely on the platform fully, as it cannot cover all his needs.

    “The first three days I came on TikTok Live, I made $1,000. I don’t have time, and it is not TikTok money that will make me okay. I don’t give a damn, no matter what you people say. You haven’t seen someone who is unbothered before?”Kwaw Kese quizzed.

    His comment comes in response to comment that he is now resorting to Tiktok as amaens to earn a living.

    “Some of you are saying I come on TikTok because of money. If that were the case, I would be here every single day looking for money,” he said.

    Singer Wendy Shay has revealed that she recently received an amount of ten thousand dollars $10,000 as earnings from YouTube.

    In an interview on Adom TV, Wendy revealed that she receives thousands of dollars weekly from song streaming platforms and for this recent one, she has gone ahead to ask to transfer the money into her accounts.

    “I was there this week when $10,000 dropped from YouTube, and that’s just YouTube alone. I don’t like to talk about my finances on air, but I receive thousands of dollars every week.” she said.

    She added the the amount is just what Youtube pays her from time to time.

    Adding that, earnings from other streaming platforms are yet to be known.

    Wendy explained that music is tangible and streamed every day, which accounts for such earnings on a weekly basis.

    Nigerian streamer Hamzat Habeeb Adelaja, popularly known as Peller, has earned 11 million coins on TikTok through the Hallelujah Challenge, a praise and prayer event currently ongoing on social media led by Pastor Nathaniel Bassey.

    The TikToker expressed his uncontained joy on X extending his profound gratitude to Pastor Nathaniel.

    According to an X user @AsakyGRN who shared the video, he explained the weight of Peller’s TikTok gain which explains why Peller is in disbelief and joyful at the same time.

    “… as he collected 11 million coins on TikTok, that’s $143,000; TikTok will take 50% leaving Peller with $71,500 (₦103,532,000), ” the X user stated.

    People around the world have shared testimonies of marital breakthroughs, mysterious pregnancies, travel opportunities, speed over delayed expectations, and many unimaginable testimonies.

    I’d like you to please watch the video below to see Peller’s expression of excitement over the blessing he received through the religious event.

    TikTok is giving several users a reason to smile as it’s earning them some cash and recognition, and Chef Abby is one of the beneficiaries.

    Ghanaian culinary sensation and digital content creator Abena Amoakoa Sintim-Aboagye, popularly known as Chef Abbys, has stated that her rise to fame was completely unexpected.

    Chef Abbys was selected as the only African creator to represent TikTok at the 2025 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in France.

    According to her, her TikTok journey began out of a simple joy of showcasing the beauty of Ghanaian cooking.

    Little did she know that it was a step to attain greater heights.

    “Honestly, I started just to share the joy of Ghanaian cooking. I never imagined TikTok would be the platform that would take me from Accra to the global stage in Cannes,” she reflected in an interview.

    Chef Abbys has won the hearts of global audences by combiing the richness of traditional Ghanaian cuisine with a modern, visually appealing presentation style.

    Her videos go beyond cooking. They celeberate local ingredients, shocase cultural traditions and tell the deeper stories behind Ghanaian meals to a worldwide audience.

    After collaborating with international creators and partnering with major brands such as Nestlé and TikTok, she is now urging Ghanaian creatives to take bold steps and begin their journeys, even if everything isn’t perfect from the start.

    “Don’t overthink it, Abena. Just start. Your story matters, and the world is waiting to hear it,” she said—speaking to her younger self, and now hoping the message resonates with every aspiring creator who doubts their value.

    “You don’t need perfect lighting or a perfect video. Be yourself, and let your culture shine through your content. Your perspective is valid. The world doesn’t need another copy—it needs you.”

    Ghanaian chef Failatu Abdul Razak, widely known as Chef Faila, has expressed that even though her attempt to set the Guinness World Record for the Longest Cooking Marathon by an individual was unsuccessful, she considers the experience a major breakthrough.

    “Prior to the cooking marathon, I was simply a young woman from Northern Ghana, driven by passion to make a meaningful impact in my community. My ultimate goal was to shine a spotlight on the north, showcasing its richness and potential, while elevating Ghana’s profile globally.

    “It was just a dream before my attempt. However, the GWR attempt proved to be a transformative experience, far exceeding my expectations. Although I didn’t break the record, I gained something more valuable in terms of visibility, connections and a platform to amplify my vision,” she said.

    In contrast, Media personality and social media influencer Ama Pokuaa Memeneda Ba has revealed that despite having approximately 2.5 million followers, she is not earning money from her TikTok content.

    In an interview on The Delay Show with Deloris Frimpong Manso, Ama Pokuaa discussed her failed attempts at joining the military, her venture into the media, and her eventual transition into content creation, primarily on TikTok.

    When asked if she earns from her TikTok posts, Ama Pokuaa responded, “The videos I post on the platform don’t make me any money. It’s only when a follower gifts me that I can convert those gifts into cash.”

    She clarified that while some creators go live on TikTok to request gifts, she does not engage in such practices.

    Ama Pokuaa also disclosed that she has not secured any major brand deals and relies instead on occasional promotions for small businesses.

    “I don’t have any contracts from brands either. Only one or two business owners contact me to promote their products,” she said.

    In a lighthearted moment, she expressed her desire for a brand deal with Delay, saying, “I would be very happy if I got a brand deal from Delay,” which elicited laughter from the host.

  • Equatorial Guinea goes after officials involved in sexual misconduct

    Equatorial Guinea goes after officials involved in sexual misconduct

    Equatorial Guinea has launched a crackdown on public officials engaged in sexual misconduct within government offices, spurred by the recent high-profile arrest of Baltasar Engonga, Director General of the National Financial Investigation Agency.

    Engonga’s arrest, initiated as part of a fraud probe, revealed over 400 recorded encounters involving prominent officials’ spouses, including ministers and other high-ranking figures.

    The scandal unfolded after an impromptu search of Engonga’s home and office by ANIF officials uncovered numerous CDs documenting the encounters, sparking deep concerns within the administration.

    In response, Vice President Nguema Mangue announced the immediate suspension of any officials found engaging in inappropriate behaviour in government settings, stressing that such actions violate both the Code of Conduct and Public Ethics Law. He underscored the government’s “zero tolerance” policy on misconduct that undermines public confidence in state institutions.

    Attorney General Nzang Nguema emphasized that while consensual relationships are not criminal, the government urges any victims of coercion to report such incidents. This scandal has highlighted the urgent need for stronger accountability and ethical standards across Equatorial Guinea’s public sector, particularly for officials in trusted positions.

    Article 34.- Prohibitions for the Employer and their Representatives

    Every employer and its representatives are prohibited from the following actions:

    a) Deducting, withholding, or offsetting any part of workers’ salaries or cash benefits, except in ways and within limits established by law.

    b) Demanding or accepting money or other considerations from workers as a condition for employment or for any other work-related reason.

    c) Requiring or encouraging workers to buy consumer goods from specific shops or locations.

    d) Influencing the political, religious, or trade union beliefs of workers.

    e) Charging interest to workers on any salary advances or anticipated payments.

    f) Forcing workers, through coercion or other means, to leave the trade union or association they belong to.

    g) Using any form of blacklisting to prevent workers, including those who have retired or been dismissed, from finding employment.

    h) Retaining tools or other personal property of the worker as indemnity, guarantee, or by any other means that does not involve a legal transfer of ownership.

    i) Conducting collections or mandatory subscriptions within the workplace.

    j) Managing or allowing workers to work while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs, narcotics, or any other impairing substances.

    k) Carrying weapons within the workplace or enclosed working areas, except with special permission granted for this purpose.

    l) Performing any acts that directly or indirectly restrict workers’ rights as provided by this and other applicable laws and regulations.

    m) Engaging in any form of harassment, including threats, pressure, coercion, blackmail, or any inappropriate touching of a sexual nature towards a worker of either gender, by the employer’s representative, company heads, or any hierarchical superior.

  • Kumaca students beat female colleague over alleged sexual misconduct

    Kumaca students beat female colleague over alleged sexual misconduct

    A disturbing video of a female student being assaulted and manhandled by a group of male students from Kumasi Academy Senior High School (KUMACA) over alleged sexual misconduct has emerged.

    The video shared by X (formerly Twitter) user @eddie_wrt captures close to a dozen male students, hooting at, beating and pushing a fair female student in a blue ‘check-check’ uniform.

    “Huu! Huuu! She has gone to mess up her female genitalia” the voices from the background claimed.

    As she continued walking, the boys around her kept hooting, with some started slapping the back of her head with tree branches, while others shoved her from behind.

    Just as she was about to break free from the group, another boy stepped in, grabbed her by the chest, and tripped her to the ground.

    In response, netizens have urged the Ghana Police Service to apprehend the culprits, with many questioning their right to assault their female colleague in such a manner.

    See some reactions below:

    @blessmanbuzz
    This is bad ..Someone sex life is people’s problem ah ..The way they treated the gal is not right ..The guy she had sex with is walking free and they treating the gal anyhow.

    McvooE🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭
    @Mcvoo2@GhPoliceService
    take action now

    Enokay’s houseboy
    @Mogyimii
    Buh why dem got hit am? This be n0nsense. Dem for arrest dem

  • Squid Game actor O Yeong-su to spend 8 months in prison for sexual misconduct

    Squid Game actor O Yeong-su to spend 8 months in prison for sexual misconduct

    O Yeong-Su, known for his role in Squid Game, has been handed an eight-month suspended prison sentence for sexual misconduct by a South Korean court.

    The 79-year-old actor was charged in 2022 with sexually assaulting a woman on two occasions. The assaults reportedly occurred in 2017 when O was staying in a rural area for a theatre performance.

    According to reports from AFP, the Seongnam Branch of the Suwon District Court announced the verdict. O has expressed his intention to appeal the decision within seven days.

    Allegations against O included forcibly hugging a woman and kissing her on the cheek against her will, as reported by Yonhap news agency.

    In addition to the sentence, O has been mandated to attend classes on sexual violence.

    According to AFP, judge Jeong Yeon-ju said the victim’s records of the assault and her claims were “consistent … and appear to be statements that cannot be made without actually experiencing them”.

    O Yeong-Su had denied the claims, which, according to the Suwon District Court, occurred on a walking path and in front of the victim’s residence.

    The actor gained international fame after starring in Squid Game, a dystopian drama where contestants participate in deadly versions of traditional children’s games.

    The series was a massive and unexpected hit on Netflix, attracting over 100 million viewers worldwide within weeks of its 2021 release. O became the first South Korean actor to win a Golden Globe the following year for his role as Oh Il-nam, the oldest participant in the competition.

    The controversy surrounding the accusations led to O being dropped from an upcoming film in South Korea, as reported by Reuters.

    Womenlink, a prominent feminist organisation, spoke to reporters shortly after the sentencing and said:

    “Now we can say that the sexual violence in the theatre is not an old custom but sexual violence. The accused must stop trying to make his assault go away, apologise to the victim and accept his mistake.”

  • Ex-CEO sexual misconduct allegations being looked into by A&F

    Clothing brand Abercrombie & Fitch (A&F) says it is exploring affirmations against its previous CEO.

    Mike Jeffries has been blamed of misusing men at sex occasions he facilitated around the world.

    A BBC examination found an composed arrange utilized a go between to select youthful grown-up men for the occasions with Mr Jeffries and his accomplice Matthew Smith, with a few charging they were manhandled.

    Mr Jeffries and Mr Smith did not react to demands for comment.

    A&F – which runs almost 850 stores around the world, counting its Hollister brand – said that since being reached by the BBC it had locked in an “exterior law firm to conduct an autonomous examination” into the claims. It said it was “horrified and nauseated” by the affirmed conduct.

    It has already portrayed Mr Jeffries as the modern-day originator of the company, after he changed the brand from a falling flat legacy outfitter within the 1990s to a multi-billion-dollar high schooler retailer. He ventured down in 2014 taking after declining deals and cleared out with a retirement bundle esteemed at around $25m (£20.5m), agreeing to company filings at the time.

    BBC Panorama detailed that within the months some time recently Mike Jeffries’ exit, a annuity support contributed in A&F brought lawful procedures in which it claimed the company had paid out settlements after charges of “offense” by its then-CEO.

    A source, who talked on condition of namelessness, said he had seen inside reports depicting payoffs for staff and office laborers who had complained approximately Mr Jeffries’ conduct. The source said he did not know the nature of the complaints.

    BBC Scene inquired A&F on the off chance that the complaints were of a sexual nature, but the company denied to reply.

    After the BBC revealed its investigation into claims of abuse at sex events, A&F stated that it did not know about the allegations of sexual misconduct. The company also mentioned that its new leadership had changed the organization into one that focuses on core values.

    The BBC investigation for two years found out that Mr. Jeffries used men for sex at parties he organized at his fancy homes in New York and fancy hotels in various places like London, Paris, Venice, and Marrakesh.

    Twelve men said they went to or helped plan events with sex acts for the fashion mogul, who is 79 years old, and his British partner, who is 60 years old, from 2009 to 2015.

    The eight men who went to the events mentioned that they were hired by a middleman. They described this middleman as a person whose nose was not there and had a patch made of snakeskin. The BBC found out that his name is James Jacobson.

    Half of the men who spoke to the BBC about being recruited claimed that they were either deceived at first about what the events were about or they were not informed that sex was part of it. Some people thought they knew that the events would involve sex, but they weren’t sure of the specific details. Everyone got money.

    Mr Jacobson said he didn’t do anything wrong and explained that the men were fully aware of the events they were involved in.

    Men who went to these events informed the BBC that Mr. Jeffries and Mr. Smith would have sexual activity with about four men or instruct them to have sex with each other. Then, the men explained that the people working at the event gave them envelopes containing lots of money.

    David Bradberry, who was 23 at the time, met Mr. Jacobson in 2010 through an agent. The agent said that Mr. Jacobson had connections to the people who own A&F, but did not mention anything about sex. During their meeting, he mentioned that Mr. Jacobson suggested Bruce Weber, who was the photographer for A&F at that time, to take his picture.

    Then, Bradberry explained that Jim told him that if he didn’t let Jim give him oral sex, he wouldn’t be able to meet with Abercrombie & Fitch or Mike Jeffries. Bradberry said he felt unable to move or take any action.

    In hindsight, he realized that this incident should have been a warning sign. However, at the time, he only thought Mr. Jacobson was a strange and older man whom he believed he wouldn’t encounter again.

    Mr Bradberry agreed to go to a daytime event at Mr. Jeffries’ old house in the Hamptons on Long Island, New York. The house was recently sold for $29 million. When he was there, he told Mr. Jeffries and Mr. Smith about his dreams of becoming an A&F model. Afterwards, he explained that Mr. Jeffries inhaled a drug called “poppers” which can make someone feel dizzy and confused, and then they had sexual intercourse.

    Barrett Pall said he was forced to go to a party in the Hamptons in 2011. He was 22 years old when an older person asked him to replace them in a sexual experience with a couple. The older person got paid for referring him. He said he agreed because the older model had helped him with money and he felt like he owed him.

    Mr Pall said that the older model advised him that he doesn’t have to do anything he doesn’t want to do. However, it also hinted that the more effort he puts in, the more successful he may become. It also mentioned potential job prospects. When he got to the event, he mentioned that he felt stressed and pressured to do well. At some point, Mr. Pall said that Mr. Jeffries was touching him inappropriately from behind.

    “He said that this experience has made me feel completely shattered. ” I believe that this completely took away any remaining innocence I had. It made me feel mentally confused or distressed. But now that I have the ability to communicate like I do today, I can say that someone treated me unfairly.

    The biggest event that the BBC talked about happened at a fancy hotel in 2011. A private villa in the hotel was used for the event. Many men were brought to Marrakesh for this event. The BBC knows that Mr. Jeffries and Mr. Smith had also asked their friends to come. Alex, whose name was changed to keep him anonymous, said he was a model who was having a hard time financially and taking care of his family. He was asked to be a dancer at the event, and he thought he might have to take off his clothes.

    Alex, a young man in his 20s, said that Mr. Jacobson, who was conducting auditions, admired his dancing but asked him to perform a sexual act on him in order to be selected. Alex said, “I owed money and I wanted to help my family. ” “I did the job and I was really grossed out. ”

    Thinking that the most difficult part had already been done, Alex traveled to Marrakesh for the event a few weeks later. But while he was dancing, Mr. Jeffries attempted to kiss him. I wanted to be involved without upsetting him. “I felt really uncomfortable,” Alex shared.

    Finally, he explained that he went to hide in a room at the back and then fell asleep. Alex said that when he woke up, he found a condom inside his body and was worried that someone had put something in his drink earlier.

    When I gather my thoughts, I strongly suspect that someone may have put drugs in my drink and sexually assaulted me. “He said he will most likely never know the true answer of what happened. ”

    A lawyer, who looked at the BBC’s evidence, suggests that US prosecutors should look into whether the actions described by these “brave men” could be considered as sex trafficking. According to the rules in the United States, sex trafficking means forcing or tricking a grown-up to go to another place, like a different state or country, to have sex with someone in exchange for money.

    Brad Edwards said that some of the men may have been forced to do something against their will, while others may not have felt forced.

    He also mentioned that Mr. Jeffries and Mr. Smith could argue that the men involved were adults who agreed to the situation. He also mentioned that the fact that some of them had engaged in paid sex before could be considered, but he believes that their past actions are not important when determining if the commercial sex act was forced, fraudulent, or coerced.

    Mr Edwards said it is crucial for federal prosecutors to investigate this case because of the testimonies from these courageous men. He also mentioned that the prosecutors have a very high standard of evidence to meet.

    The BBC tried many times to get in touch with Mr. Jeffries and Mr. They sent letters, emails, and made phone calls over several weeks. The BBC wanted to give them a chance to respond to a long list of accusations so that they understood what they were being accused of. They did not answer.

    Mr Jacobson, who is 70 years old, said through his lawyer that he was upset by the idea that he had done anything wrong or forced someone to do something against their will. He also claimed that he didn’t know about anyone else doing anything like that.

    He said he couldn’t remember making promises about modeling jobs. “He said that all of my interactions were voluntary and not forced,” he stated. “Everyone I met who went to these events knew exactly what they were getting into. “

  • I regret engaging in romantic affairs with my employees – Sir David Adjaye

    I regret engaging in romantic affairs with my employees – Sir David Adjaye

    Renowned architect and recipient of the 2021 Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Gold Medal, Sir David Adjaye, has addressed allegations of sexual misconduct made by three former female employees.

    While admitting to having been involved in relationships with these women, Sir David Adjaye strongly refuted any allegations of sexual assault or harassment.

    In a statement provided to the Financial Times, Sir David Adjaye expressed sincere regret for the blurred lines between his personal and professional lives and acknowledged his involvement in these relationships.

    He admitted to feeling ashamed and vowed to seek immediate professional help to learn from his mistakes and prevent their recurrence.

    Adjaye emphasized that all the relationships were entirely consensual, refuting any allegations of assault or harassment.

    However, the architect acknowledged the distress caused and the negative impact on the careers and financial situations of the women involved.

    The allegations, which were detailed in the Financial Times article, include claims of sexual assault and harassment that reportedly occurred at an airport in Johannesburg and at London’s Royal Academy of Arts.

    Adjaye’s legal representative issued a response categorically denying all allegations of sexual misconduct, abuse, or criminal wrongdoing. The lawyer expressed that these claims were not only untrue but also deeply distressing for Adjaye and his family, contradicting the principles he upholds.

    The report also mentioned the dismissal of two women from Adjaye’s Accra office, who alleged they were coerced into engaging in sexual activity with him. Adjaye vehemently denies these allegations.

    The Financial Times article also raised concerns about Adjaye’s alleged controlling behavior towards a female employee in London, including comments about appearance and disparaging remarks towards dark-skinned black women.

    Adjaye’s lawyer responded to this incident by stating that he had kissed the woman at the Royal Academy but strongly denies her version of events.

    The lawyer referred to communications from that period, indicating that the interactions between Adjaye and the woman were consensual. They rejected any claims of abusive or controlling behavior.