Tinu, Tola and Rita have been friends for about 20 years. They all started small but God has been kind to them. Their marriages are still intact too. So, we can safely say that they are lucky or blessed. That is not to say they have not had seasons that looked like God was not on their side. Tinu lost two precious pregnancies. Rita lost one of two sons and Tola had to wait 10 years for a second child. As for their marriages, the storms came. Rita’s husband went…
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A popular socialite and businesswoman, Princess Adebisi Edionseri, popularly known as Cash Madam, has died at the age of 89. She reportedly died after a brief illness on Sunday, January 5, 2025, in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. Her death was announced in a statement on behalf of the family by one of her children, Dr Adebayo Adebowale. The statement noted that the renowned businesswoman and foremost socialite touched many lives in her family and community, as she was a “shining example of grace, dignity and unwavering faith.” “With deep…
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It is the fourth day of the year. it’s an opportunity to do something new, refocus your life and do things differently. This is the best time to look back, nod or shake your head, depending on what you see. Was 2024 a year you’ll like to do again what you did or is 2025 a year you are determined to change some things? This is the first Saturday of the year, you probably are not at work. Spend today to process where you were in 2024 and plot where…
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Nigeria’s home-based Super Eagles have secured their place in the 2025 African Nations Championship after a commanding 3-1 victory over Ghana’s Black Galaxies at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Saturday. Following a goalless draw in the first leg in Accra, the Eagles dominated the return fixture with three first-half goals. Remo Stars duo Sodiq Ismail and Nduka Junior put Nigeria ahead within the opening 22 minutes before Rangers’ Kazeem Ogunleye extended the lead in the 25th minute. Ghana pulled one back through Stephen Amankuna in the 73rd minute,…
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By Bolaji Israel December marks a special time in Nigeria, a moment when people take a break from their hectic year to unwind, celebrate, and create lasting memories with loved ones. The month is filled with vibrant arts and entertainment, including plays, musical concerts, festivals, operas, fashion shows, poetry, and various performance arts. As the month unfolds, the atmosphere is electrified with fireworks, street carnivals, and colourful Christmas decorations, complemented by numerous year-end thanksgiving parties. It’s also a time for bonding, as Nigerians reconnect with family and friends visiting from…
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Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman was crowned African Player of The Year, while the Super Falcons retained their Women’s National Team of The Year award, and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie successfully defended her Goalkeeper of The Year title at the 2024 CAF Awards in Marrakech, Morocco, on Monday. Lookman’s triumph made him the seventh Nigerian to win the prestigious award and maintained Nigeria’s impressive record in the category following Victor Osimhen’s victory last year. The Atalanta striker’s remarkable year included three goals and two assists as Nigeria reached their eighth Africa…
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Dotun Oladipo, the Publisher of The Eagle Online has emerged as the President of the Innovative Media Partners Cooperative Multipurpose Society. The former President of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers was among others who are members of the pioneer Executive Committee. Other pioneer executive committee members of the IMPCMS are Nkanu Egbe, who is the General Secretary, and Dolapo Otegbayi as the Treasurer. Oladipo, Egbe and Otegbeyi were endorsed for the position at the inaugural meeting of the IMPCMS on October 25, 2024, which birthed a new era of…
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The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has narrated how its male national team, the Super Eagles were dehumanised and maltreated by its Libyan counterparts. The football federation made a 20-Point of a 20-hour ordeal in the north African country. The Libyan Football Federation had in a statement on Monday evening vowed to take legal actions against the Nigeria Football Federation for pulling the Super Eagles out of the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Dr Ademola Olajire, the NFF’s Director of Communications, has provided a point-by-point account of how the qualifying match…
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The Nigeria Football Federation has decided to pull the Super Eagles out of Tuesday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Libya. This follows a frustrating 12-hour ordeal at Al Abraq International Airport in Libya, where the team has been stranded since their arrival on Sunday afternoon. The Nigerian delegation was en route to Benghazi for the crucial qualifier when their chartered aircraft was dangerously diverted mid-flight to Al Abraq, a small airport typically reserved for hajj operations. The unexpected diversion left players and officials stranded without any assistance from…
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Nigeria’s senior male football team is currently stranded in Libya, where it is to play the second leg of the AFCON 2025 Qualifier game. Following Libya’s 1-0 loss to Nigeria in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, on Friday, both teams were expected to face off again in Benina, their fourth Group D match. The Super Eagles had departed for Libya on Sunday afternoon, but according to reports from the camp of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), an hour to landing at Benghazi, their destination, the Nigerian aircraft was diverted to Al Abraq,…
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The President and Chief Executive of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has expressed his regret for not buying Arsenal when his interest lies with owning a football club. He said he wished he had bought the English side club when the team was valued at around $2 billion. Speaking in an interview with Bloomberg’s Francine Lacqua in New York, the billionaire business mogul explained that he missed out on buying Arsenal by committing his resources to the refinery project. He said, “I think that time has passed. The last time…
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Popular Nigerian Islamic singer, Rukayat Gawat Oyefeso has passed away. She was well-known for her captivating voice and religious music that resonated with many in the Muslim community. The news of her death was shared by popular Ilorin-based cleric Alfa Aribidesi At-Tawdeeh Islamic Da’awah on his official Facebook page on Tuesday morning. Her loss is deeply felt among her fans and the broader Islamic music scene – with the news of her death widely shared. Meanwhile, a family member and a brother to the deceased, Jubril A Gawat has confirmed…
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If you’re a fan of tasty, nutritious meals, then Knorr has a good surprise for you! Since July, Knorr has been running an exciting “Unwrap and Win” promo, and over 2,000 lucky winners have emerged getting prizes like ₦5,000 cash, ₦1,000 airtime, one-month Showmax subscriptions, and ₦2,000 discounts on Uber rides, and the best part? The promo is still ongoing until December, so there’s plenty of time for YOU to join in and win! What is the “Unwrap and Win” Promo? Knorr’s “Unwrap and Win” promo is a fun and…
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Desperados, the renowned beer brand known for its bold and adventurous spirit, has announced an exciting new collaboration with Nigerian music sensation Ladipoe, alongside the innovative streetwear label Cruise Gang. This partnership marks the launch of a unique collection designed for the unusual. Ladipoe, known for his distinctive sound and lyrical prowess, has consistently pushed the boundaries of what it means to be an artist in the Nigerian music scene. From his breakout hits to his continued success as a leading figure in Rap and Afrobeats, Ladipoe has always embraced…
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Heineken, the world’s most international beer, has introduced its newly designed 45cl bottle at an exclusive press conference in Awka. The event, attended by top directors of Nigerian Breweries, key distributors, and other trade partners, marks a significant milestone in Heineken’s mission for a fresher world. The new 45cl bottle, uniquely tailored to meet the desires of Nigeria’s younger demographic, particularly Millennials and Gen Z consumers, is designed with a sleek and stylish aesthetic. This bottle offers just the right amount of beer—striking the perfect balance for those who want…
Read MoreThe Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has reached an agreement with German tactician, Bruno Labbadia to take charge of the Super Eagles. Secretary General of the NFF, Mohammed Sanusi made the announcement on Tuesday morning. “The NFF Executive Committee has approved the recommendation of its Technical and Development Sub-Committee to appoint Mr. Bruno Labbadia as the Head Coach of the Super Eagles. The appointment is with immediate effect,” Sanusi said. Born in Darmstadt, Germany on 8th February 1966, Labbadia, won two caps for Die Mannschaft. The tactician coached famous names, Hertha…
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Peter Okoye, one-half of the popular Nigerian music duo P-Square, has responded to his brother Paul’s recent interviews, where he claimed to have written and sung 99% of their songs. Peter expressed disappointment and hurt over Peter’s constant discrediting of his efforts in the group. In an open letter on X.com on Monday, Peter listed several songs he had written, including “Ejeajo,” “Get-Squared,” “Bizzy Body,” and “Personally,” which Paul had failed to acknowledge. Peter wrote, “My dear brother Paul, Just like I have told you several times, I am not…
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Yemisi Ogunleye (Germany): Event: Women’s Shot Put Medal: Gold Yemisi Ogunleye, born in Germany to a Nigerian father, made history by winning the gold medal in the women’s shot put at the Paris 2024 Olympics. This victory marked Germany’s first gold in the event since 1996. Salwa Eid Naser (Bahrain): Event: Women’s 400m Medal: Silver Salwa Eid Naser, originally born as Ebelechukwu Agbapuonwu in Nigeria, claimed the silver medal in the 400m for Bahrain. Naser, who switched allegiance to Bahrain in 2014, continues to be a dominant force in track…
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Head coach of the Nigerian women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, Rena Wakama, has been named as the best female basketball coach at the Paris 2024 Olympics campaign. “Best coach of #Paris2024 Women’s Basketball.. Rene Wakama, Nigeria 🇳🇬,” the International Basketball Federation announced on X, formerly Twitter on Saturday. Wakama, the first Nigerian female basketball coach, guided Nigeria to a historical quarter-finals spot in Paris which is the first time an African team (both men and women) reach that level of the competition. Despite losing 74-88 to Team USA, her leadership and…
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Issa Hayatou, a former President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), has passed away, aged 77. According to reports, the football administrator, who was a key figure in African football for decades, died in Paris on Thursday. His death comes just a day before his 78th birthday, having been born on August 9, 1946, in Garoua, Cameroon. Hayatou served as CAF’s president for an unprecedented 29 years (from 1988 to 2017) and was instrumental in getting Africa’s slots at the FIFA World Cup increased from two to five. It…
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se Lovina Ukpeseraye, a Nigerian Cyclist competing in the ongoing 2024 Olympics has narrated how help came her way from the German team at the Paris Olympics after she was stranded without a bicycle to to train with due to the short notice of her participation. In a display of sportsmanship, Nigerian cyclist, Ukpeseraye, got crucial support from the German cycling team at the Paris Olympics. Ukpeseraye, representing Team Nigeria, found herself in a difficult situation when she had no bicycle to race with in the keirin and sprint events…
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Idris Okuneye, popularly called Bobrisky, the Self-styled ‘Mother of Lagos’ and controversial Nigerian crossdresser has thrown a release party on a boat cruise in Lagos, hours after being released from prison, Videos from the celebration show Bobrisky and his friends celebrating his release on the boat in Victoria Island, Lagos. Bobrisky regained his freedom, from the Kirikiri correctional center, earlier today after spending four months there. In April, a Federal High court in Lagos sentenced him to six months in jail for naira abuse. Bobrisky, who was incarcerated for spraying…
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Her Children issue formal statements In a reflection shared three years ago, veteran Nigerian singer and actress Onyeka Onwenu revealed her wishes for how she would like to be remembered and buried. The iconic artist, known for her powerful voice and activism, was said to have died on Tuesday night at the Reddington Hospital in Lagos after slumping at the birthday party of Mrs Stella Okoli. “Do it quickly, quietly and privately,” Onwenu wrote in an opinion piece on Premium Times in 2021, emphasising that her burial should be devoid…
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Onyeka Onwenu Nigeria’s popular female iconic musician is dead. She died at the age of 72. Popularly known as the elegant stallion, Ms Onwenu reportedly slumped after a performance at the birthday party of Mrs. Stella Okoli of Emzor and was rushed to the Reddington Hospital in Lagos where she later passed on. Sources at the party squealed “It is very sad. Onyeka Onwenu just performed at the birthday of Mrs. Stella Okoli today, and after performing, she slumped. She was taken to Reddington Hospital and she couldn’t make it.”
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Not having sex before marriage ought to be good. Restraining yourself from all that tantalizing stuff is tough alright, but that is what the Bible says and we all (believers) know that God is always right. Uncle, no touching; aunty, no sneaking. Keep the marriage bed undefiled. All solid contents must be kept in the bra, in the boxers. You can look, even imagine (though that is a sin too) what is in there but you can’t weed or cultivate the land. You can salivate but you must not sip…
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British rapper and singer, Stephanie Allen, popularly known as Stefflon Don, has stated that award-winning Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, also known as Burna Boy, is the love of her life. Stefflon Don made the claim in an interview with Fernando Halman on the Netherlands music platform, Real Talk, which was released on social media on Saturday. When asked if Burna Boy still held a special place in her heart, the Jamaica-born singer responded with an unequivocal, “Yes!, with dreamy eyes and a voice softened by fond memories. As the conversation…
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Award-winning artiste, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has hinted at his intention to leave his first child in custody of her mother, Sophia Momodu. This follows a recent counter-affidavit filed by Momodu, claiming that Davido is unfit to raise their daughter. In her response, she alleged that his home is an unsafe environment for a young girl, referencing the tragic death of Davido’s son, Ifeanyi, in 2022 as evidence of her claim. The document, which is now circulating on social media, read in part, “The applicant cannot take proper…
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Oludotun Jacobs, Nollywood’s legend is alive and “doing just fine”, his family said on Sunday amid raging death rumours on social media. Soji, the first son of the acting legend, disclosed that his octogenarian father is not dead as trumpeted online. His wife, a veteran Nollywood actress, Joke Silva, also dismissed the viral rumours stressing that “her husband is alive and doing just fine.” A Nigerian columnist, Betty Irabor, made this known in a message posted on her social media account on Sunday. “Olu Jacob is well and alive.. please…
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has stepped down as coach of the Super Eagles. This was made known by ex-Super Eagles media officer, Toyin Ibitoye in a post on X.com on Saturday. He wrote, “News just in. Finidi George #FinidiGeorge_FG has resigned from his #NGSuperEagles manager position.” The resignation follows the Nigeria Football Federation’s (NFF) decision to appoint a foreign coach to oversee him, despite his recent appointment in May. George, 53, took the reins after Jose Peseiro’s contract ended in February, having served as his assistant for 20 months. However, the team’s disappointing performance…
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The autopsy report on the late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has revealed drug reaction as a possible cause of his death. According to The Cable, the autopsy and toxicology test, which were conducted at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, suggested the possibility of a fatal anaphylactic shock or drug reaction as the possible cause of Mohbad’s death. Anaphylactic shock is a severe allergic reaction that can be life-threatening. According to the report, the hospital retrieved samples of the late singer’s gastric contents, blood, bone marrow, liver,…
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The Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal on Friday fined Multichoice Nigeria, the owners of DSTV and GoTv services, the sum of N150 million for disobeying its orders, which restrained the pay-TV company from increasing its monthly subscription pending the determination of the suit brought before it. The tribunal also ordered the pay-TV company to provide its Nigerian customers with a one-month free subscription to its DStv and GOtv packages. Recall that the tribunal had previously ordered Multichoice not to increase its subscription fees without proper notice, following a lawsuit filed…
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Kylian Mbape, France and PSG of France forward has penned a five year deal with European Champions League champion, Real Madrid of Spain. A statement on the club’s WhatsApp channel reads “Real Madrid C.F. and Kylian Mbappé have reached an agreement under which he will become a Real Madrid player for the next five seasons.
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Real Madrid have emerged victorious, defeating Borussia Dortmund 2-0 in the UEFA Champions League final at Wembley Stadium to lift their 15th major European title on Saturday. Both teams created great chances in the first half even though the game started a bit slow. But they were unable to take the lead in the first 45 minutes. The deadlock was broken in the 74th minute of the match as Dani Carvajal, who put in some fine performances, scored the opener to give the Spanish giants the lead, while Vinicius Jr…
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Zenith Bank Plc, on Thursday, 30th May 2024, launched a state-of-the-art digital/LED screen at Ajose Adeogun Roundabout, solidifying its commitment to innovation and community engagement. The monumental digital installation, an upgrade from its previous LED screen launched in 2013 at the same location, features a resolution of 3936×960 pixels compared to the previous 1024×256 pixels. Measuring 6.4×6.4 metres, it represents a significant investment in enhancing the urban landscape while providing a dynamic platform for advertising, information dissemination, and public engagement. Positioned strategically at one of Lagos’ busiest intersections, the screen…
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The Nigeria Football Federation considers recent insinuations by a football stakeholder and one-time Chairman of the Gombe State Football Association, Alhaji Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe, that the cordial relationship between the Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh and the Federation is untoward, to be entirely baseless. Since his assumption of the office a year ago, the Honourable Minister has been very positive, dynamic, transparent and energetic in supporting all activities, events and programmes of the NFF and the National Teams, as well as in driving new thinking…
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A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has ordered all warring faction in the club, to maintain status quo, pending the hearing of the suit filed by the club’s Registered Trustees. Justice Ambrose Lewis-Allagoa made the order on Wednesday sequel to an application of the counsel to the plaintiff Dr Kemi Pinheiro SAN Pinheiro had urged the court to compel parties not to take a step that will tempered with the subject matter of the suit. A senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mr Babs Fashanu who appeared for himself equally urged…
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The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has taken to social media to celebrate his daughter, Adeola, who turns 30 on May 20. Ogunwusi, in his post on Monday, prayed to God to be with his daughter and asked her to bring a man home for marriage because she was ripe for it. The revered monarch reeled out his expectations to her every 10 years, saying that when she was 10, he spoke to her about school and the future, and when she turned 20, it was about listening and…
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Foremost industrialist and fashion buff, Alhaji Chief Shakirudeen Olanrewaju Kassim, the Bobagunwa of Ijebuland, is dead. The founder of Sociable Stores at Gbagi in Ibadan and co-owner of Shokas Lace Industry in Ijebu Igbo passed on this morning, aged 88 years. Chief Kassim was a long standing ally of the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona and was widely respected in Ibadan where he rose from being a tailor to establishing a major fabric materials importation outfit known as Sociable Stores in the 70s. He was also renowned for…
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City Football Group, the parent company of Manchester City, must reduce its stake in Girona if the Spanish club is to be allowed to compete in next season’s Champions League, UEFA said on Wednesday. Liga side Girona are 47 per cent owned by City Group since 2017 and, after a stunning season when they competed for a period with Real Madrid for the Spanish title, are guaranteed to finish in the top four and therefore qualification for next season’s Champions League. However, UEFA’s Club Financial Control Body (CFCB) sent a…
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Men of the Lagos state police command have arrested notorious singer Portable for refusing to pay the balance of a G-Wagon worth N27 million from the car dealer he bought it from. The singer was arrested today, May 14, following a petition from a car dealer. Portable reportedly made a down payment, and took the vehicle away with the promise to pay the balance. After waiting for a while without any word concerning his balance, the dealer reached out to the singer who claimed the car he purchased had faults.…
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The African Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) 10th edition was a night to remember, filled with glitz, glamour, and of course, the unforgettable after-party! Heineken, the world’s most international beer, brought the good times to the after-party, held at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos. Guests and attendees were treated to a premium experience like no other, as Heineken transformed a section of the after-party grounds into an exclusive lounge. The ambience was electric, with Heineken cocktails flowing, ice-cold draft beer on tap, and delectable canapés to tantalise the…
Read MoreThe Nigeria U17 Women’s National Team, Flamingos, on Saturday thrashed Soccer Talent Academy 9-1 in Abuja, in their first preparatory match ahead of their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifying fixture against Burkina Faso The visitors drew the first blood when their striker took advantage of poor communication between goalkeeper Ijeoma Uzoma and defender Prisca Nwachukwu. However, their celebration did not last long as Harmony Chidi equalized a few minutes later to open the floodgate of goals for Flamingos. Two minutes later, Etim Edidiong put Flamingos ahead with a superb…
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Head Coach Many Garba has told thenff.com that the technical crew of Nigeria’s U17 boys, Golden Eaglets that he heads, is firmly on course to raise a squad capable of doing Nigeria proud at the forthcoming WAFU B U17 Championship in Ghana. The 2013 FIFA U17 World Cup-winning team lead strategist has told Nigerians to discountenance stories of large failures of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) tests in his team and rather believe that his crew will put together a squad that will do the job of winning a ticket to…
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Fresh facts about how Finidi George beat fan favourite Emmanuel Amuneke and other applicants to the Super Eagles job have emerged. Monday, the Nigerian Football Federation approved the recommendations of its Technical Committee to appoint Finidi as coach ahead of over 60 other local and foreign applicants. Some of the other coaches who applied are US U-19 coach Michael Nsien, Spain-based former Katsina United coach Henry Makinwa, Sylvanus Okpala and Daniel Amokachi. Former Cameroon coach Antonio Conceicao and Dutchman Danny Bujis also reportedly applied for the job. A member of…
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Celebrity barman, Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have reached an agreement to resolve the naira abuse charge outside of court. The out-of-court settlement was disclosed when the proceedings resumed on Thursday. The commission had alleged that Cubana Chief Priest while dancing during a social event, tampered with funds in the denomination of N500 notes issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria by spraying the same for two hours. Okechukwu appeared before Justice Kehinde Ogundare, facing three counts related to…
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Voting has commenced for brands on the Consumers Value Awards portals, sparking an era of excitement as product consumers are expressing satisfaction with their brands of choice through their votes. Accordint to BrandXchange, organisers of the awards, over 40 categories of are listed based on consumers’ nominations on the Consumers Value Awards portal for voting as Value-for-Money brands in the 2024 edition of the award. Presenting the one-month result, Akonte Ekine, CEO of BrandXchange, said the initiative is transparent and objective. It’s the consumer position on brands as nomination and…
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A witchdoctor in Pallisa, Eastern Uganda, has caused a buzz online after impregnating a pastor’s wife who had been sterile for almost 10 years. It’s reported Angella Atuko a wife to a well-known man of the cloth in Agule, felt fate up with her childless life and upon hearing of the reports about a witchdoctor who does magic to sterile women, she paid him a visit for traditional interventions. According to reports from Uganda’s media outlets, after Atuko sought the services of the witchdoctor, she got pregnant something that made…
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Legend Twist pulled out all the stops at Trace Live with D’banj, commemorating his two-decade journey as a stage icon. The electrifying event, held on April 12, 2024, at Terra Kulture, delivered an unforgettable experience. Guests arrived dressed to impress, brimming with excitement as they sampled Legend Twist’s trio of flavors – Lemon, Ginger, and Pineapple – and soaked in the vibrant atmosphere. As the lights dimmed, signaling the start of the show, the crowd erupted in cheers as D’Banj took the stage. The music legend treated fans to a…
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Sensuous Jazz singer, lyricist and vocalist, Yinka Davies is to perform and serenade guests at Rotary International District 9110 Humanitarian Reporting Awards (RHRA) on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Keystone Hall, Rotary Centre, 8 Ladoke Akintola Street, Ikeja GRA, Lagos. According to Rotary International District 9110 Governor, Rotarian Ifeyinwa Ejezie “ the renown jazz musician, lyricist, and dancer, Yinka Davies would entertain guests, journalists and Rotarians at the Rotary District 9110 Humanitarian Awards ceremony.” Ejezie further stated that“ RHRA Awards is aimed at recognising and honoring journalists for their support…
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Junior Pope, a popular Nollywood actor has reportedly died along three other actors while travelling to a movie site. Real name, Pope Odonwodo’s death was shared on Wednesday, April 10, by filmmaker, Samuel Olatunji. He mentioned that the actor, along with three others, tragically lost their lives when their boat capsized. “Four actors including Jnr Pope fell into Anam River on their way to a location and their bodies have been recovered. “What a sad day for Nollywood. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family,” Olatunji wrote on his…
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