Categories
News

State Of Emergency In Rivers Expires On September 18 – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Saturday, expressed optimism that the state of emergency in Rivers State will end on September 18.

Wike said that, with the expiration, the Rivers State Assembly is expected to resume its duties.

He spoke after casting his vote in the ongoing local government election in Rivers State.

President Bola Tinubu had declared emergency rule in Rivers State to prevent the outbreak of a political crisis. Tinubu had suspended Governor Sim Fubara, his deputy, and the State House of Assembly for six months.

However, Wike said: “As far as we are concerned, this election is peaceful, people are trooping out and at the end of the day the election has been conducted successfully and peacefully.

“I do know that by September 18, the state of emergency will expire and the state assembly will come back to their job and we will have a government at the grassroots level.”

He said further: “The coast is clear for the state of emergency to be lifted, being that the state government has its representative and the local government has its representatives, so we are good to go.”

Categories
Entertainment News

BBNaija 10: Reality Show Is A Waste Of Time, I Want To Leave – Faith Says

Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemate, Faith, has revealed that he is considering a voluntary exit from the show.

During a conversation with Joanna in the garden on Friday night, Faith, who is a medical doctor, described the reality show as a “waste of time.”

He said, “I want to see a therapist because I want to f**king leave. This is a waste of my time. What am I doing here? I know you don’t believe me, but I’m seriously considering it.

“I read about this show, the average time you need to spend on the show to actually make a career is five and a half weeks.”

Faith has spent five weeks on the show. He was among the housemates initially nominated for possible eviction this week.

However, Big Brother cancelled eviction for Week 5 after Head of House Rooboy picked a note with the inscription, “Nullify nominations,” from the trinket during the Live Eviction Nomination Show.

This means Faith has until next week before he could be up for possible eviction again.

However, the rules of the show allow housemates to take a voluntary exit if they so desire.

Categories
News

Why I Will Never Criticize Goodluck Jonathan – Reno Omokri

Former presidential aide Reno Omokri has revealed the reason he cannot openly criticize ex-President Goodluck Jonathan on national television.

Omokri said he has an unconditional love for Jonathan, hence he would never criticize anything Jonathan does on national television.

He spoke while appearing on Channels Television’s Politics Today.

“I have unconditional love for President Jonathan, I will not criticize and I will not give an opinion of anything he does on live television.

“This is a man who came to California and spent 10 days with me and my family.

“That’s the level of confidence he has in me,”he said.

Categories
Sport News

2026 WCQ: Chelle Releases Final Super Eagles 23-Man List For Rwanda, S/Africa Showdown

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has unveiled his final 23-man squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and South Africa scheduled for next month.

While there are the regulars included, there are also notable omissions.

The likes of Bayer Leverkusen duo Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella have been left out. Also Sadiq Umar of Real Sociedad would not be playing any part.

Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali makes the final cut, just as defenders Calvin Bassey, Olaoluwa Aina and Bright Osayi-Samuel, midfielders Wilfred Ndidi, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Frank Onyeka, and forwards Simon Moses, Samuel Chukwueze and Cyriel Dessers.

The selected 23 include:

Goalkeepers: Stanley Nwabali (Chippa United, South Africa); Amas Obasogie (Singida Blackstars, Tanzania); Adeleye Adebayo (Volos FC, Greece)

Defenders: William Ekong (Al-Kholood, Saudi Arabia); Calvin Bassey (Fulham FC, England); Olaoluwa Aina (Nottingham Forest, England); Bright Osayi-Samuel (Birmingham City, England); Bruno Onyemaechi (Olympiakos, Greece); Chidozie Awaziem (Nantes FC, France); Felix Agu (Werder Bremen, Germany); Benjamin Fredericks (Dender FC, Belgium)

Midfielders: Alex Iwobi (Fulham FC, England); Frank Onyeka (Brentford FC, England); Wilfred Ndidi (Besiktas FC, Turkey); Fisayo Dele-Bashiru (SS Lazio, Italy); Raphael Onyedika (Club Brugge, Belgium); Christantus Uche (Getafe CF, Spain)

Forwards: Ademola Lookman (Atalanta BC, Italy); Samuel Chukwueze (AC Milan, Italy); Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray FC, Turkey); Simon Moses (Paris FC, France); Cyriel Dessers (Glasgow Rangers, Scotland); Tolu Arokodare (KRC Genk, Belgium).

Categories
Entertainment News

Adekunle Gold Announces He Will Headline Historic Orchestral Concert in London

Afrobeats sensation Adekunle Gold has announced that he will be headlining a landmark performance in London.
According to the star, he will headline the prestigious EFG London Jazz Festival on November 23 at the iconic Royal Festival Hal.
Adekunle Gold is billed to perform alongside the renowned Guildhall Session Orchestra.
Taking to X, Adekunle Gold wrote: “London, the greatest showman is coming. Full orchestra Nov 23”. 
This concert represents a major milestone in Adekunle Gold’s international journey, reflecting the versatility and global appeal of Afrobeats on one of the world’s biggest stages.
Categories
Entertainment News

BBNaija Star, Phyna Apologises For Past Tweets Amid Sister’s Tragic Accident

Phyna, a former Big Brother Naija housemate, has issued a public apology for her past tweets, noting that her recent experiences have led to personal growth and reflection.

She expressed gratitude for the lessons life has taught her, noting that her eyes have been opened to fresh perspectives.

Phyna also extended an apology to anyone who may have been offended by her previous posts, demonstrating humility and a commitment to becoming better.

She wrote on X, “Omo my eyes has opened, I have seen a lot this period, all I can say is omo just hold God tight.

“To some tweets I’ve made in the past when I thought I knew better and to those people that got angry, omo im sorry oo, I’ve seen the light Omo!!!!!!!!!

“If you know! You know!”

This revelation came on the heels of her sister Ruth’s tragic accident, where she lost a leg after being hit by a Dangote truck driven by an allegedly underage and unlicensed driver.

Ruth’s accident occurred on August 13, 2025, near Auchi Polytechnic in Edo State, and Phyna has been seeking justice and accountability from the Dangote Group.

The company initially pledged full support for Ruth’s treatment, including flying her abroad for further care, but Phyna claims they later reneged on their promise.

Categories
Entertainment News

I Got Married Early Because of Losing My Mother – Skitmaker Remote

Skitmaker Remote has revealed he got married to his wife early because of losing his mother.
He stated this during an interview with Chude Jideonwo.
According to the skitmaker, he got married in 2020.
He explained that he got married to his wife after dating for four years.
He said, “I got married 20… 2020 to 2021. Right. Why? The reason is that I don’t have a mother. Right. So I was alone. So I’ve been dating my wife since 2016.
 
“Oh. So we’ve been dating for a while. So, right, this girl is doing like a mother to me like this.
 
“She’s always been there, she has been supporting me. She’s so supportive, naturally. While I have nothing Ah! She as given me N1000 before and I almost cried. I’m not saying it’s bad But it made you think about your life It’s like I’m not doing it for myself I just wanted to collect that money that day It was going in my bag I should have just put it in my pocket.
 
“But I didn’t want to take it with me Because I needed that money that day I.
“Collect it I didn’t collect it So I think she’s the only one that can Should I say Should I say condole? Cope with me. That’s just it For this kind of person to be able to handle me I say myself, I don’t know myself.”
Categories
Entertainment News

Dangote Group Replies Phyna Over Her Sister’s Medical Treatment

The Dangote Group has written to BBNaija star, Phyna concerning her sister’s medical treatment.
The company promised to fly her sister abroad for further treatment.
However, it noted that it would begin the process once Phyna’s sister is certified fit to fly.
Phyna took to her Instagram page to share the update.
“We are happy your Family are also liaising with the Medical team handling Ruth. Please note that we are ready to positively consider all options necessary for treatment of Ruth as soon as she is certified fit to travel”, The message reads.
She also used the opportunity to thank all those who supported her struggle.
She wrote: “Thank you to everyone that lend their voice. We pray they keep to it. We will not forget to update you all my helpers” She stated.
See below
Categories
News

Becoming Bank Branch Manager At 27 Changed Course Of My Life – Tony Elumelu

Tony O. Elumelu, Chairman of Heirs Holdings and founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, has reflected on the defining moment of his career, recalling how his appointment as a bank branch manager at just 27 years old changed his life.

Sharing his story, Elumelu said the opportunity to lead a branch of the defunct AllStates Trust Bank as a young professional gave him the confidence and platform to build what would later become a defining journey in African business and philanthropy.

“At that time, few believed a 27-year-old could successfully lead a bank branch. But that opportunity changed the entire course of my life. It gave me confidence. It gave me a platform. Most importantly, it gave me perspective,” he said.

He noted that the banking sector in Nigeria was on the cusp of transformation during the 1990s, and being entrusted with responsibility at such a young age inspired his commitment to empowering the next generation.

Elumelu explained that his passion for youth empowerment through the Tony Elumelu Foundation stems directly from this personal experience.

He wrote, “When I was 27, I was given the opportunity of a lifetime: I became a branch manager at AllStates Trust Bank, a young bank in Nigeria.

“Banking was beginning to change the country, it was the sector to be in, ripe for transformation, ready for disruption, for democratisation.

“At that time, few believed a 27-year-old could successfully lead a bank branch. But that opportunity changed the entire course of my life.

“It gave me confidence. It gave me a platform. Most importantly, it gave me perspective.

“That’s why today, I am passionate about giving young people the same chance I was given. Because I know what’s possible when someone believes in you early.

“This belief is at the heart of everything we do at The Tony Elumelu Foundation. It’s why we invest in young African entrepreneurs – because someone once invested in me.
“My journey didn’t begin with capital. It began with trust.

“Let’s keep believing in Africa’s youth. They are ready to lead, grow and transform our continent.”

Categories
Entertainment News

Hookup Girls Depend On Yahoo Boys for Survival – Geh Geh

Self-acclaimed financial expert, Geh Geh has made a revelation about hookup girls.
According to him, girls that sell their body for money depend on internet fraudsters aka yahoo boys for survival.
He made the claim while livestreaming on Tiktok.
In his words:
“Recently I went to where these call girls hang out, and I was interviewing one of them. She stated that patronage is low these days. Why won’t there be a decline in patronage? Yahoo boys don’t get deals like before again. If Yahoo Yahoo boys stop today, call girls will also stop.
 
Hookup girls are largely dependent on yahoo boys for survival; if yahoo ends, hookup culture will decline because they won’t be able to sustain themselves.”
See below

Here

About Us

626blaze is an entertainment and lifestyle website that brings you latest gist and scoops from the world of music, fashion, movies, sports and social commentary.

Categories

Subscribe to our Newsletters