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I Don’t Want To Live A Lonely Life – Yemi Alade Speaks of Her Dream Marraige

Nigerian singer Yemi Alade has given a shoutout to herself.

She also revealed her dreams and aspiration in life.
According to the music star, she dreams of having a private wedding in an island.
She stated this during an interview with Chude.
She said: “This industry is already a lonely place. I’m not about to live my actual life lonely. I dream of having a private wedding on one coded island like that.
 
“I didn’t need the stars ahead of me to hand me a baton. I made my own lane. There’s space for me.
 
“I didn’t do the norm. Word on the street says you have to have one Western collaboration like that before you blow, but I didn’t.
 
“I performed at over 300 free shows when I was starting out, just to build my name and gain experience.”
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I’m Not Ready To Be A Baby Daddy – Omah Lay

Nigerian singer Omah Lay has revealed that he misses his Yoruba girl.
He stated this in a series of cryptic messages on his Snapchat.
He also revealed he’s not ready to be a babydaddy.
He wrote: “I’M VERY MUCH NOT READY TO BE A BABY DADDY BUT I’M THEIR FATHER, THEIR FATHER IN THE HIGHEST, AT PEACE IN HEAVEN BLOWING CLEAN CANADA.
 
“EVERYTHING HAPPENS BUT NOTHING EVER HAPPENS TO ME. I DON’T EXPECT YOU TO UNDERSTAND BUT…. I miss my Yoruba girl bad, I like them but when e too plenty e Dey turn me off. Yeah I got no girls. it has become a boring activity of late.”
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ASUU Rejects FG’s 35% Pay Rise Offer

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has rejected the proposed 35 per cent pay increase for lecturers.
It is believed the ongoing salary renegotiation between the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) may suffer another setback as the decision.
All 89 ASUU branches in public universities are said to have voted against the offer at the union’s recent National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held in Abuja.
The rejection raises concerns about a possible breakdown in discussions between the government’s re-negotiation team and the university lecturers’ union.
ASUU President, Prof. Chris Piwuna, confirmed the development, explaining that the union remains firm on the salary structure recommended by the former government re-negotiation committee led by Prof. Nimi Briggs.
 
“The recent offer by the Federal Government to us was a 35 per cent increase. When we had our meeting to suspend the warning strike, none of the 89 branches accepted the 35 per cent increase,” Piwuna told Daily Sun.

“All the 89 branches of ASUU in Nigeria rejected the 35 per cent increase. So, it’s a non-starter for us. We have Prof. Nimi Briggs’ benchmark, which we are discussing with them in the team, and we believe that’s what they should use.”

The Nimi Briggs committee, which concluded its work in 2022, recommended a new salary scale for university lecturers, including a monthly pay of ₦1.2 million for professors in public universities.
The report, however, was shelved by the government. Currently, professors in Nigeria’s public universities earn less than ₦500,000 per month, less than half of what was proposed.
The union maintains that implementing the Briggs report is crucial to restoring dignity to the teaching profession and halting the exodus of academic talent from Nigeria’s university system.
In 2022, the Committee of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities (CVCNU) had recommended a compromise salary of ₦800,000 for professors, representing a 50 per cent increase, as against the ₦1.2 million earlier proposed by the Briggs panel.
That recommendation was also not implemented by the Federal Government, further widening the gap between the two parties.
With ASUU insisting on the Nimi Briggs template and rejecting the government’s 35 per cent offer, analysts fear that the ongoing renegotiation could reach a dead end, potentially setting the stage for renewed industrial unrest in the tertiary education sector.
Union leaders have repeatedly warned that without fair remuneration and improved working conditions, the nation’s universities will continue to lose qualified lecturers to better-paying institutions abroad.
For now, the ball appears to be in the Federal Government’s court as the academic union stands its ground on a deal it says reflects both economic realities and the true value of intellectual labour.
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It’s Not True – Presidency Denies Reports of Tinubu Visiting White House On Tuesday

Reports of President Bola Tinubu visiting President Donald Trump on Tuesday has been denied.
The Presidency dismissed the report as false.
The report had claimed that President Bola Tinubu will visit the White House on Tuesday to meet with United States Vice President J.D. Vance.
Temitope Ajayi, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, in a post on X on Monday described the report as false and misleading.
The clarification comes after President Donald Trump threatened possible military action against Nigeria if nothing is done quickly about an alleged persecution and killing of Christians in Nigeria.
Trump had also recently designated Nigeria as a country of particular concern.
The US President cited what he described as ongoing violence against Christians and failure of the government to protect religious minorities.
However, the Nigerian government strongly denied persecution of any religious groups in Nigeria.
Reacting to a report about Tinubu’s impending visit to to the White House, Presidency described the publication as fuelling unnecessary speculation and uninformed commentary about the President’s diplomatic schedule.
Ajayi clarified that if President Tinubu were to visit the White House, such a meeting would be with the U.S. President, not the Vice President.
He wrote: “There is a Sahara Reporters story that President Tinubu is going to the US on Tuesday to see US Vice President J.D Vance. That story is not true. I can see that the fake news by Sahara has become the basis for some uninformed commentaries since yesterday. If President Tinubu is going to the White House, he won’t be going to see a Vice President.”
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Workers Suffocating Under Rising Cost of Living, Fuel Price Hikes — NASU

President of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions, NASU, Dr. Hassan Makolo has lamented over the suffering of Nigerian workers.
According to him, Nigerian workers are facing serious economic hardship.
He lamented that many are “suffocating”under the crushing pressure of inflation, repeated fuel price hikes, and the persistent devaluation of the naira.
Speaking on the sidelines of the union’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting, Dr. Makolo painted a grim picture of daily struggles, noting that the soaring prices of essential goods and services have pushed millions of families to the brink of despair.
He stated, “Workers are suffocating under the high cost of living. The prices of food, transport, housing, and even healthcare are now beyond reach.”
 
“Our wages no longer reflect the realities of today’s economy. Inflation has wiped out the value of salaries, leaving many workers unable to meet basic needs. The situation is even worse for workers in some states who continue to receive amputated or irregular salaries.”

Dr. Makolo argued that the government must move beyond the traditional minimum wage structure to implement a living wage policy. This policy, he said, must adjust periodically to inflation and cost-of-living indices, ensuring that workers can live and work with dignity.

The NASU President highlighted that Nigeria’s persistently high inflation rate, rising energy costs, and the significant devaluation of the naira following exchange rate unification have severely eroded the real value of workers’ wages. This has pushed the cost of living far beyond the reach of the average Nigerian.
“As Organised Labour, we must intensify our collective advocacy for fair wage adjustments, stronger social protection policies, and accountability in economic management,” he stressed. “Together, we will continue to defend the dignity and welfare of every worker in these challenging times.”
 
He urged the government to strengthen economic policies that will stabilize prices, invest in local production, and improve transport and energy infrastructure to reduce costs and ease the burden on citizens.
The union leader also drew attention to the precarious future facing young people, graduates, and skilled professionals due to rising unemployment and underemployment. He noted that the informal sector now dominates the employment market, absorbing nearly 80 percent of workers, most of whom operate under precarious and unregulated conditions.
Makolo called for the government to focus on job creation through expanded vocational training, support for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), and increased investment in labor-intensive industries.
On security, he lamented that “Insecurity, from kidnappings, banditry to terrorism, threatens Nigerians, including workers’ lives and livelihoods, as well as every other person resident in the country.” He concluded that addressing insecurity requires a comprehensive, multi-dimensional approach, including strengthening intelligence gathering, deploying modern technology, ensuring political will, eliminating corruption in security spending, and addressing youth unemployment.
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Toke Makinwa Dedicates Her daughter, Yaya, in Church (Video)

Months after giving birth to her first child, media personality, Toke Makinwa has dedicated her daughter, Yaya in church.
She also threw a large party to celebrate the occasion.
Toke Makinwa dedicated her daughter, Yaya, in church on Sunday with family and friends in attendance.
Watch video below

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LaLiga: Rashford shines as Barcelona return to form with win over Elche

Marcus Rashford was on target as Barcelona bounced back from their El Clasico defeat with a 3-1 victory over Elche at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys in Montjuïc.

Hansi Flick’s side made their intentions clear early on, taking control of the game from the first whistle. On nine minutes, Lamine Yamal broke the deadlock scoring a composed finish inside the area after a neat pass from Alejandro Balde.

Early double advantage

Just two minutes later, Ferran Torres doubled Barcelona’s lead, tapping in from close range after Fermin Lopez punished a defensive lapse from Elche.

The visitors, however, pulled one back before the break through Rafa Mir, who timed his run perfectly to beat the offside trap and curl a fine effort beyond Wojciech Szczesny.

Rashford’s thunderbolt restores control

Barcelona regained a comfortable lead in the 60th minute when Marcus Rashford, on loan from Manchester United, unleashed a thunderous strike that rattled in off the woodwork.

Flick gets key players back

Manager Flick introduced Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski late on, marking their return from injury. Elche pressed in the closing stages, with Mir striking the crossbar, but Barcelona held firm to secure all three points.

The victory lifts Barcelona back to second place in La Liga, five points adrift of leaders Real Madrid, as they turn their focus to Club Brugge in Wednesday’s Champions League clash.

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EPL: Haaland double fires Man City past Bournemouth

Erling Haaland returned to scoring form with a decisive brace as Manchester City defeated Bournemouth 3-1 to reclaim second place in the Premier League and close the gap on leaders Arsenal to six points.

Pep Guardiola’s men were looking to bounce back after last weekend’s 2-0 loss to Aston Villa, a match that saw Haaland fail to score for only the second time this season.

The Norwegian responded emphatically, proving once again why he remains City’s most lethal weapon.

Early scare, swift response

Bournemouth thought they had the perfect start when teenager Eli Junior Kroupi found the net after just 44 seconds, only for the goal to be ruled out for offside.

City capitalised soon after, as Rayan Cherki’s clever header released Haaland, who calmly slotted past Djordje Petrovic in the 17th minute to make it 1-0.

The hosts’ lead was short-lived, though, as Tyler Adams pounced on a poor punch from Gianluigi Donnarumma to smash home an equaliser, his first goal in English football.

Haaland restores control

City’s dominance soon resurfaced. Cherki again combined brilliantly with Haaland, who rounded the goalkeeper and finished with composure for his 13th league goal of the campaign and 26th across all competitions.

The striker came close to a hat-trick before the break but was denied by Petrovic’s sharp save.

O’Reilly seals the win

After Kroupi forced Donnarumma into another stop, City struck the killer blow on the hour mark. Midfielder Nico O’Reilly surged forward and buried a low shot into the corner to seal an assured victory for Guardiola’s side.

The win puts Manchester City back on track after their stumble at Villa Park, while Bournemouth’s run hits a temporary setback despite another spirited performance.

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Money Laundering Allegations: Retract Your Statement Or I Sue You – Jarvis Issues Waring To Peller

Jarvis, the popular Nigerian TikTok creator, has threatened legal action against fellow content creator Peller over allegations connecting her to money laundering activities on the platform.

Recall that the controversy began after Peller, during a recent livestream, claimed that money laundering was being carried out through TikTok’s gifting feature and hinted that Jarvis might be part of it.

Peller also shared an experience where a supporter allegedly proposed splitting proceeds from TikTok gifts equally, which he claimed was a common method people use to disguise illicit funds.

Shortly after, the two creators were seen interacting online again, suggesting they might have reconciled privately.

However, Jarvis’s management, Aiso Entertainment, released a statement on Sunday dismissing the claims as false and damaging to her image.

The team stated that Jarvis had never been involved in any form of illegal financial activity and demanded that Peller issue a public apology within 48 hours.

The management warned that if Peller failed to retract his words, they would take legal steps to protect Jarvis’s reputation.

The team insisted that the allegation was not only defamatory but also a deliberate attempt to tarnish her name.

The statement read in part: “The management of Jadrolita, alongside Jadrolita herself, unequivocally and categorically refutes this egregious claim in its entirety.

“She has Never engaged in any form of illicit financial conduct.

“We hereby demand that Peller and his management issue an immediate, unconditional, and publicly disseminated apology to Jadrolita and her team.”

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Nigerian TikToker Star, Jarvis Fumes As Peller Accuses Her Of Money Laundering In Heated Clash

Popular TikTok duo Habeeb ‘Peller’ Hamzat and Jarvis, widely known as Jadrolita, are back in the spotlight after yet another online confrontation.

The dispute erupted after both influencers shared emotional videos online, publicly voicing their grievances about their troubled relationship.

The clash touched on sensitive matters such as Jarvis’ estranged father, issues surrounding phone privacy, and claims of financial impropriety.

In her emotional outburst, Jarvis was seen in tears as she accused Peller of being controlling and unsympathetic, especially regarding her wish to reconnect with the father she never met.

She explained that any time she mentioned wanting to find her father, Peller would insinuate “issues of incest,” which she described as deeply painful.

“I told him I met some people concerning my dad. He said ‘anything that would make you see your dad, I will not love you again.’ I realised he was serious. He talked about the story of what fathers and daughters do,”
she said.

“Immediately, he said that I needed the call. I broke down. I have an emotion. If you want to marry someone, do you not want to know where the girl is actually from? Every time, I was always saying grandma.

“Why would you say something like that without remorse? He is overprotective. Anytime I want to share something delicate, he does not take me seriously.

”About my dad. Someone I am still longing to see. Someone I have never met. I do not have my father’s love.

But I feel if I had, the nonsense that Peller is doing, he would not do it.”

Responding to her claims, Peller countered by accusing Jarvis of being secretive and overly protective of her phone, saying she often changes her password and has removed his facial recognition access.

“Since we went to Senegal, Jarvis has changed her password like three times. Jarvis’ face is on my phone. My face is no longer on her phone. I asked her why she was changing her password, she said it was her privacy,”
he said.

“I have never changed my password since the time I was at Ikorodu.”

Peller further alleged that Jarvis was involved in what he described as “money laundering” through her TikTok live sessions, claiming she told him that some of her major gifters demand a 50/50 share of the cash value from their gifts.

“When Jarvis came to Lagos to meet me, I thought she was far richer than I. When she was talking from her own house, no one stopped her,”
he said.

“… that time, Jarvis came to me and said that those gifts she received those times, her gifters always ask her to split the money.

“If you gift me and you think we are going to split the proceeds, I will not give you. I saw the results of her at the time when I thought she would be a billionaire, but she said they were splitting her money.

“Someone once approached me too, asking me to split the proceeds from the gift he gave me during a live stream. I blocked the person after telling him that I gave him the popularity he asked for.

“If you gift me, let it come from your heart. If you gift me because you want to share it 50/50 equally with me, I will not do it. That is money laundering.

“All of the people accusing me of doing money laundering, I cannot do it. Do I look like someone who can do it? That is why I do not stay too long on the livestream.

“But they did it for her. She came to me. And I promised her that everything will be alright. I started giving her targets. I would even send her money to meet her target.

“I try my best to show love. My management would tell me I care too much about someone who does not care about me. I cannot say Jarvis does not love me. But when it comes to business, she forgets that I am even in the picture.

“There was an incident involving her and her ex, where she had to go to the police station. The police told her to bring N3 million.”

As of now, Jarvis has not issued a public response to the money laundering claims.