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2026 Finalissima: Argentina vs Spain Match Cancelled

The 2026 Finalissima match between Argentina national football team and Spain national football team has been cancelled.

This new development was confirmed in a statement by UEFA on Sunday and the news has stunned football fans.

Reports said it was called off due to the team’s inability to reach an agreement with the World Champions.

It read: “After much discussion between UEFA and the organising authorities in Qatar, it is announced today that due to the current political situation in the region, the Finalissima between UEFA EURO 2024 winners Spain and CONMEBOL Copa América 2024 champions Argentina cannot be played as hoped in Qatar 27 March.

“It is a source of great disappointment to UEFA and the organisers that circumstances and timing have denied the teams of the chance to compete for this prestigious prize in Qatar – a country that has demonstrated time and again its capability of staging world-class international events in state-of-the-art facilities.

“UEFA would like to express its deep gratitude to the organising committee and relevant authorities of Qatar for the work that has been put into trying to host the game and its certainty that peace will return to the region soon.”

It added: “The first option was to stage the match at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on the original date with a 50:50 split of supporters in the stadium. This would have provided a world-class setting, befitting of such a prestigious event, but Argentina refused.

“The second was to stage the Finalissima over two legs – one at the Santiago Bernabeu on 27 March and the other in Buenos Aires during an international window before UEFA EURO and Copa America 2028, again offering a supporter split of 50:50 for the match in Madrid. This option was also rejected.

“Ultimately, UEFA sought a commitment from Argentina that, if a neutral venue in Europe could be found, the game could go ahead on 27 March, as planned and announced on 18 December 2025, or on the alternative date of 30 March. This proposal was also rejected.

“Argentina made a counter suggestion to play the game after the World Cup but, as Spain has no available dates, that option had to be ruled out. Finally, and contrary to the original agreed plan that the match would take place on 27 March, Argentina declared its availability to play exclusively on 31 March, a date which proved to be unworkable.

“As a result, and to UEFA’s regret, this edition of the Finalissima has been cancelled.”

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King Mitchy’s Apology Is A Decoy To Attack Me – VeryDarkMan Raises Alarm (Video)

VeryDarkMan, the popular Nigerian social media personality has raised concerns about his safety following a public apology from socialite King Mitchy.

The activist suggested that Mitchy’s apology may be a “decoy” intended to mislead the public.

626BLAZE had earlier reported that Mitchy addressed VeryDarkMan directly, acknowledging his advocacy and expressing regret for previously confronting him.

“To VeryDarkMan, my brother, I see what you’re fighting for, you’re fighting for Nigeria and we can make Nigeria a better place. I’m sorry for coming at you like that. Maybe now I understand you better,” Mitchy said. She added that the activist needs more supporters rather than critics in his fight for a better Nigeria.

Reacting to this, VeryDarkMan took to his instagram page on Sunday to insinuate! that the apology has deeper implications.

“This apology from King Mitchy cannot just come from nowhere. During that period, Lege Miami made a direct video about me, but later deleted it, claiming he received calls from above. Her apology has now pointed me in the right direction,” he stated.

He went on to allege that he has been specifically targeted, warning that certain individuals should be held accountable if anything happens to him.

“If anything happens to me, hold Mitchy and Seyi Tinubu responsible. Hold them responsible, because you see this thing now, it looks like a decoy to me.

“It looks like something is coming for me, and they told her to go and make this apology so that she will clear the air,” he said.

VeryDarkMan also claimed that messages intended to intimidate him were sent through mutual contacts during the dispute:

“Do you understand there’s something during that time when this whole thing happened, Mitchy was sending messages to people that know me, and those messages were sent to me.

“When Seyi Tinubu came out to write on his Instagram story addressing and talking about the situation, he failed to talk about that part. Now Mitchy has come out to apologize what I call a decoy. She also failed to talk about that part, and this is the part because I’m still scared for my life.”

He further warned against potential attempts to frame him for criminal activity:

“If you hear they see drugs or Igbo inside my car or inside my brother or anybody, na them set me up. If you hear say I do fraud, money laundry, anybody send me money, na them set me up.

“ Anything at all. Or if you hear say I carry firearm, oh, there’s small pistol in my car, na them set me up. Anything these people do, anything to send me to prison,” he said.

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Nigerians Hit As Iran Rains Missiles On UAE

Nigerians were among more than 140 residents injured after Iran launched multiple ballistic missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles at the United Arab Emirates, raising fresh concerns for thousands of Nigerians living and working in the Gulf nation.

The UAE Ministry of Defence disclosed on Saturday that its air defence systems intercepted several missiles and drones fired from Iran, describing the attack as a major escalation in the ongoing regional tensions.

In a statement posted on its official X handle, the ministry said its air defence units engaged nine ballistic missiles and 33 drones during the latest assault on March 14.

It added that the attacks left six people de@d and 141 others injured, including foreign nationals.

“The UAE air defence systems on March 14 engaged nine ballistic missiles and 33 UAVs launched from Iran,” the ministry stated.

“Since the onset of this blatant Iranian aggression, UAE air defences have engaged 294 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, and 1,600 UAVs launched from Iran.”

According to the ministry, those k!lled in the attacks included citizens of the UAE as well as foreign nationals from Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh.

Although the authorities did not specify the exact locations where the casualties occurred, the ministry said the injured victims were from several countries, including Nigeria.

Others affected include residents from Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, the Philippines, Pakistan, Iran, India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.

The list also included Azerbaijan, Yemen, Uganda, Eritrea, Lebanon, Afghanistan, Bahrain, Comoros, Türkiye, Iraq, Nepal, Oman, Jordan, Palestine, Ghana, Indonesia and Sweden.

The development has sparked concern among Nigerian communities in the UAE, where thousands of citizens live and work in sectors such as construction, hospitality, logistics and trade.

Data from Nigeria’s diaspora commission shows that the UAE remains one of the largest destinations for Nigerian migrants in the Middle East, particularly in the emirates of Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah.

The Nigerian government had in recent years raised concerns over the safety and welfare of its citizens in the country following diplomatic tensions and visa restrictions affecting Nigerians.

Saturday’s attacks have now heightened anxieties within the diaspora community, especially as the Gulf region faces growing military confrontations.
In its statement, the UAE Ministry of Defence said the country remained fully prepared to confront any threats to its security.

“The Ministry of Defence remains fully prepared and ready to deal with any threats and will firmly confront any attempts to undermine state security in a manner that ensures the protection of its sovereignty, security and stability, and safeguards its national interests and capabilities,” the ministry said.

In a separate update, the ministry noted that its defence systems were still actively intercepting missiles and drones.

“UAE air defences are dealing with Iranian ballistic and cruise missiles and drones,” it said.

Regional media reports indicate that the attacks form part of a wider escalation of hostilities between Iran and Western-backed forces in the Middle East.

According to Al Jazeera, Iran has continued sustained missile and drone strikes across the Gulf despite protests from neighbouring states.

The strikes were said to be in retaliation for military operations launched by the United States and Israel against Iranian positions in the region.

Tehran targeted several Gulf countries, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE, late on Friday and into Saturday.

The attacks also caused infrastructural damage in parts of the UAE.

Meanwhile, Iran’s elite military wing, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, warned that US interests in the UAE would remain legitimate targets.

Iranian state media reported that the group issued the warning after US forces attacked Iranian-controlled islands.

The IRGC specifically mentioned ports, docks and military installations linked to the United States as potential targets.

It also urged residents in the UAE to evacuate areas around ports and military facilities to avoid civilian casualties.

Security analysts say the growing exchange of threats and strike across the Gulf could destabilise the region’s economic and aviation activities if the conflict escalates further.

Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has yet to issue an official statement on the incident as of the time of filing this report.

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We Developed A Friendly Relationship – Nollywood Actor Speaks On Impregnating Late Actress, Aunty Ajara

Nollywood actor Femi Adewole, popularly known as Femi Apefe, has responded to allegations connecting him to the recent death of actress Aunty Ajara.

The actress passed away following complications related to pregnancy and pre-existing liver issues.

After reports emerged that Aunty Ajara had been pregnant, old clips of her and Apefe began circulating on social media, with some users accusing him of being involved.

Apefe responded to the accusations through a video on his Instagram page, clarifying the nature of his relationship with the late actress.

He explained that he first met Aunty Ajara about two years ago and quickly recognised her acting talent.

He often invited her to film projects, and they developed a friendly relationship.

The actress would occasionally visit his home, sometimes with the help of a commercial motorcyclist.

Apefe said that a comedy skit they filmed at his house, in which Aunty Ajara acted as a pregnant woman, became the source of the rumours.

He denied any involvement in a real-life pregnancy, stating that the only pregnancy he knew of was the one in the skit.

The actor also shared that Aunty Ajara sometimes felt insecure about her body size, but he always supported her career and admired her talent.

He said: “I first met Aunty Ajara about two years ago and immediately noticed her natural acting ability. I admired her talent and often invited her to join me on movie sets for filming. We developed a friendly relationship. She was familiar with my home and would sometimes visit with the help of a commercial motorcyclist.

“At one point, I suggested creating a comedy skit in which she would act as a pregnant woman. People around us liked the idea, and we filmed it at my house. That particular video later became the source of rumours that she was pregnant with twins in real life. I am not responsible for any pregnancy. The only pregnancy I knew about was the one portrayed in the skit.

She sometimes struggled with feelings of insecurity because of her body size, but I always admired her acting talent. I was one of her biggest supporters and encouraged her to keep pursuing her career. I am deeply saddened by her passing and I distance myself from the allegations circulating online.”

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Burna Boy Becomes First African Artiste To Gross $1m From Single Concert In Oceania

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy, whose real name is Damini Ogulu, has made history as the first African artiste to earn over $1 million from a single concert in Oceania.

He achieved the fit with the Sydney stop of his No Sign Of Weakness tour million at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia, on 18 October 2025, which grossed $1.117 million.

Global tour monitoring platform, Touring Data, also reported that Burna Boy’s ‘No Sign If Weakness’ tour broke the record for “the highest-grossing tour by an African artist in Oceania’s history, with $3.1 million from 31,000 tickets sold across 4 shows.”

The breakdown by Touring Data shows that the Australian leg of the tour sold 30,946 tickets across four shows at the average price of $100.94 per ticket and revenue of $772,791 average per show.

The No Sign Of Weakness tour was held across 20 shows in three continents, North America, Europe and Oceania.

Burna Boy is now the the first African artist in history to gross over $1 million from a single concert in 3 continents.

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Veteran Actress, Omotola Jalade Clears Air On Her Friendship With Colleague, Genevieve Nnaji

Veteran Nollywood actress Omotola Jalade Ekeinde has responded to questions about her friendship with fellow actress Genevieve Nnaji.

It is widely believed the movie stars were not on good terms, especially since they are no longer seen together, unlike in their early days in the movie industry.

However, in a recent interview with Pulse Nigeria, the thespian confirmed that their bond remains strong.

She said that fans need not worry about any tensions between them.

The interviewer asked: “Are Omotola and Genevieve still friends?”

“Oh, Jesus Christ. We are good”, she said.

The actress also shared her admiration for Chidi Mokeme, naming him as her favourite Nollywood actor.

Omotola noted that both on and off screen, Mokeme stands out as a talented performer who continues to impress her.

In a previous interview, Omotola dismissed a purported feud with Genevieve.

She clarified that they were never fighting and stressed that it was similar to the speculation people make about Nigerian singers.

While accusing fans of pitching them against each other, Omotola said, “Na them start the quarrel before we know say we dey quarrel.

“So, we have to catch up with the quarrel. There was no quarrel. People don’t need to be best friends, but we talked. Like behind film, we dey talk normally.”

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American Rapper, Nicki Minaj Sues Nigerian Influencer, Dr Penking, Over Cyberbullying

U.S. rapper Nicki Minaj has filed a lawsuit against Nigerian influencer Dr Penking over alleged cyberbullying and copyright infringement.

The Nigerian social media influencer shared an old sizzling video of Minaj on X on Saturday, with the caption, “Nicki Minaj should understand that she has gotten old and retire.”

Reacting, Minaj querried if he had permission to use her video before using it to “harras” her.

She then informed him that he had been added to her lawsuit.

“Do you have permission to use this video that I filmed years ago to harras me on this or any platform?

“You’ve just been added to the suit,” she wrote.

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Veteran Actress, Tonto Dikeh Faces N200m Lawsuit Over Viral Deliverance Video On Schoolgirl

Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has been sued for allegedly conducting a deliverance session on a girl within school premises.

The popular actress was slammed with a N200 million lawsuit at the High Court in Abuja by human rights lawyer, Ikechukwu Obasi.

Obasi, who filed the suit on behalf of the Rivers State-born Junior Secondary School, JSS 1 student, emphasized that the teenage girl was subjected to what he tagged as a harmful religious ritual which the footage was later shared online.

He further noted that the circulation of the clip without the girl’s consent, violated her privacy rights “under Section 37 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Child Rights Act 2003.”

While demanding N200 million for damages, public apology, and removal of the footage from all social media platforms, Obasi also urged the court to declare the act as violation of the girl constitutional right to dignity and personal privacy. Insisting that

Recall that Tonto Dikeh had some days ago shared a video of her carrying out a spiritual deliverance on a schoolgirl during her visit to a secondary school in Durumi II, Abuja.

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Nigerian Rapper, 2shotz, Slams Igbos Supporting The Government Of The Day

Nigerian rapper 2Shotz has stirred reactions online after criticizing some members of the Igbo community whom he accused of supporting the current administration.

Taking to his Instagram page, the rapper expressed his frustration after watching a video from a recent political gathering in Imo State where Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, was reportedly in attendance.

According to 2Shotz, he was shocked and disappointed by the enthusiastic reception given to Seyi Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) by some attendees.

In his post, the rapper said he found the display troubling, particularly because the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, remains in detention. He argued that it was contradictory for some people to openly support the government while the separatist leader continues to face legal battles.

2Shotz did not hold back in his criticism, describing those supporting the current administration as misguided. He went further to suggest that, based on the level of support he observed, the APC could still emerge victorious in the 2027 general elections.

The rapper also issued a warning, stating that if the party wins again and economic hardship continues, people should not turn to him for financial assistance on social media.

His remarks have since sparked widespread debate online, with many social media users sharing mixed reactions to his comments. While some agreed with his stance, others criticized the tone of his message.

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Not Everyone Who Smiles With You Wishes You Well – MC Oluomo Shares Life Lessons As He Celebrates 51st Birthday

Former chairman of the Lagos State chapter of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, is celebrating his 51st birthday.

To mark the special occasion, the influential transport union leader shared a video of himself dancing joyfully, expressing deep gratitude to Allah for the gift of life and the many blessings he has received over the years.

In his message, MC Oluomo thanked God for His endless mercy, protection, and guidance over him and his household.

Reflecting on his journey, he acknowledged that life has come with its share of challenges, tests, and victories. Despite these experiences, he said his faith has remained firm, emphasizing that Allah has always been his strength and shield through every phase of life.

The former NURTW chairman also spoke about the lessons he has learned over the years, noting that life has taught him that not everyone who appears friendly or supportive genuinely wishes one well. However, he added that he remains grateful because, regardless of the intentions of those who may secretly wish him harm, God’s protection over him has always prevailed.

His birthday message has since drawn reactions from supporters and well-wishers who have taken to social media to celebrate with him and offer prayers for continued blessings in the years ahead.

He wrote: “Today, I celebrate another year of life, and my heart is filled with gratitude to Almighty Allah. Ya Allah, I thank You for the gift of life, for Your endless mercy, protection, and guidance over me and my household. Through every challenge, every test, and every victory, you have remained my strength and my shield. I am nothing without Your grace, and for that I say Alhamdulillah.

On this special day, I pray that Allah continues to guide my steps, enlarge my coast, protect my family, and bless the work of my hands. May He grant me more wisdom, patience, and strength to serve humanity and stand for what is right. May my new year bring greater achievements, good health, peace of mind, and divine favour.

I also want to sincerely appreciate everyone who has supported, encouraged, and stood by me through different seasons of life. Your prayers, loyalty, and kindness mean more to me than words can express. May Almighty Allah reward you abundantly and keep us together in good health and prosperity.

Life has taught me many lessons. One of them is that not everyone who smiles with you truly wishes you well. But I am grateful to Allah because no matter the plans of those who secretly wish me harm, His protection has always been greater than their intentions. What Allah has written for me, no man can take away.

As I mark this new chapter, I move forward with faith, gratitude, and confidence in Allah’s plan for my life. The journey continues, the mission continues, and by His grace, the best is yet to come.

Happy Birthday to me. Alhamdulillah for another beautiful year of life”.

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