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Juventus opt for Lookman over Osimhen

NewsDeskNgApr 23, 2025April 23, 20250

With reports increasing that Victor Osimhen agreed personal terms with Manchester United, now Juventus are turning towards Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman. The Nigeria international is still owned by Napoli during his loan spell with Galatasaray, but is set for a sale this summer, perhaps for less than the €75m release clause in...

Regina Daniels under fire over congratulatory post to Priscilla, husband

NewsDeskNgApr 23, 2025April 23, 20250

Actress Regina Daniels has faced backlash on social media after she shared a congratulatory message to Iyabo Ojo’s daughter, Priscilla and Juma Jux on Instagram. The actress and wife of Senator Ned Nwoko praised the bride in a heartfelt post, writing: “Congratulations gorgeous Priscy! You make an absolutely stunning bride. Wishing you...

Wale Currency releases new fuji anthem ‘bragging rights’

NewsDeskNgApr 23, 2025April 23, 20250

U.S.-based Fuji artist Olawale Lawal, popularly known as Wale Currency, has unveiled a powerful new track titled Bragging Rights, a song born out of a deeply personal journey and a testament to his resilience in the face of adversity. Speaking about the inspiration behind the track, Wale Currency revealed, “The song...

It’s impossible to hate Priscilla’s wedding to Tanzanian husband – Lizzy Anjorin

NewsDeskNgApr 23, 2025April 23, 20250

Actress Lizzy Anjorin has refuted claims of being envious of her longtime rival Iyabo Ojo’s daughter, Priscilla, following the latter’s recent wedding to Tanzanian singer Juma Jux. In a video shared on Instagram, Anjorin praised Priscilla, describing her as a “beautiful girl” who has charted her own successful path. She also admired...

AY celebrates emotional support from daughters at UK show

NewsDeskNgApr 23, 2025April 23, 20250

Nigerian comedian Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, has expressed deep gratitude and pride after receiving heartwarming support from his daughters during a recent event in the UK. Sharing the touching moment on Tuesday, AY said his daughters are his biggest motivation and the reason behind his exceptional performances. “There’s nothing...

Airlifting of 53,000 Nigerian pilgrims to Saudi begins May 9

NewsDeskNgApr 23, 2025April 23, 20250

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) will on May 9 begin the airlifting of over 53,000 pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for this year’s pilgrimage. This was made known yesterday when NAHCON officials briefed Vice President Kashim Shettima at the State House, Abuja. The figure was slightly more compared to last year’s delegation of...

Bakare’s ‘spineless, rubber stamp’ tag misleading, says Senate

NewsDeskNgApr 23, 2025April 23, 20250

The Senate yesterday took on Pastor Tunde Bakare over his criticisms of the role that the National Assembly played in approving a State of Emergency in Rivers State. Pastor Bakare, who is the President and Founder of The Citadel Global Community Church (CGCC), at a nationally televised service on Sunday, criticized the...

UNILORIN students: latest beneficiaries of OPay’s 1.2b 10-year scholarship initiative

NewsDeskNgApr 23, 2025April 23, 20250

In a bold step to empower Nigeria’s future leaders, one of Nigeria’s leading financial institutions, OPay, has extended its N1.2 billion 10-Year Scholarship Initiative to students of the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN). This latest milestone marks UNILORIN as the newest beneficiary of OPay’s long-term commitment to supporting education across the...

Why TikTok needs regulation in Nigeria, by Lolo 1

NewsDeskNgApr 22, 2025April 22, 20250

Actress and media personality Lolo1 has expressed strong concerns about the content on TikTok, calling for stricter regulation of the platform in Nigeria. Speaking on News Central TV, Lolo1 said that TikTok lacks sufficient measures to curb indecent and vulgar material, citing the ease of accessing suggestive content online as...

A verse from Burna Boy will change my life, Portable begs

NewsDeskNgApr 22, 2025April 22, 20250

Controversial singer Portable has pleaded with Burna Boy for a music collaboration after receiving a N20 million gift from him. Portable expressed gratitude for the gift but believes a feature from Burna Boy would be more beneficial to his career than the one-time cash gift He stated that he has...