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Senegalese Footballer, Saido Mane Buys Football Club in France

Senegal and Al Nassr star Sadio Mane is now a bonafide football club owner.
This comes after he bought a football club in France, joining the likes of David Beckham, Gary Neville and Paul Scholes.
According to ESPN, Mane bought French fourth division club Bourges Foot 18.
Mane has been looking to purchase a football club for some time and his relationship with Bourges Foot 18 president Cheikh Sylla has been key in him securing the deal.
According to the report, Mane previously contributed some funds to the club to aid with their recruitment.
But he’s now fully involved after receiving the approval of the mayor of the city, Yann Galut.
Following the completion of the deal Mane posted a video message in which he said: “We’ve been working with the city for the past three years. We’re here to nurture and organise the club. The challenge is immense, but if the people of Bourges remain involved, I’m confident we can achieve our goals. I believe I’ll be visiting Bourges very soon.”
The club are located 250 kilometres from Paris in central France, but they’ve never played higher than the French second tier (as Bourges 18).
The club currently sit second bottom in Group B of the Championnat National. They were only formed two years ago following a merger between two clubs in the region.
It also boasts teams like Cannes, who have endured a steep decline since giving French great Zinedine Zidane his professional debut.
Mane joined Al Nassr after struggling at Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich.
He had a memorable spell at Liverpool where he won the Premier League, FA Cup, League Cup, Champions League, UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup.
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Supreme Court Upholds Tinubu’s Victory

The Supreme Court affirmed the election of President Bola Tinubu while dismissing the appeal filed by Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party and Peter Obi of the Labour Party on Thursday.

The court held that Tinubu was duly elected as President in the February 25 presidential election.

The apex court in its ruling held that the appeal filed by the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, lacked merit.

It also dismissed the appeal by Peter Obi of Labour Party.

“On the whole, having resolved all the issues against the appellant, it is my view that there is no merit in the appeal and it is hereby dismissed,” Justice Inyang Okoro said.

“The judgment of the court below delivered on September 6th 2023 affirming the election of the second respondent as the duly elected President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is hereby affirmed.”

Atiku had approached the court to overturn the judgment of the presidential election petition tribunal which affirmed Tinubu’s election as president.

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Court Sacks Ghandi As Soun, Orders Rresh Selection Process

Oba Ghandi Olaoye has been removed as the new Soun of Ogbomoso.
The Oyo State High Court sitting in Ogbomoso removed him on Wednesday and ordered fresh selection process.
The Oyo State Government announced Pastor Ghandi Olaoye as the new Soun and made him king on 8th September 2023.
Before this time, one of the contestants, Kabir Laoye had sued Ghandi Olaoye, noting that he was not eligible to take Soun’s position.
The court ordered that the Oyo State government must not appoint anyone to the position, until after its judgement.
Details later:
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Young Thug’s Music Saved Me From Depression – Shallipopi

Nigerian singer, Shallipopi has revealed how he escaped depression.
According to him, the music of Young Thug, the US rapper, saved him from depression.

In a recent interview on the ‘Is This Seat Taken’ podcast with Chinasa Anukam, Shallipopi recalled how he was in a depressive state at some point in his life due to financial constraints and lack of love.
He said the music of Young Thug, whom he described as his “best artiste” and that of Dablixx Osha, the late Nigerian rapper, helped him through depression.
He added that while he was going through the depressive state, he understood their lyrics better and it saved him.
“I listen to Young Thug, he is like my best artiste. Not only Young Thug, you know Dablixx Osha? The artiste that died like two years ago? I would say they saved me from depression,” he said.
“Because there was a stage in my life when I was depressed, not because of love, o, no, because of love too. Everything was making me depressed. No love, no money… and, you know, you have to be in a certain situation to play a song to understand the lyrics of the song, so like they saved me from that depression stage of my life.”
Shallipopi rose to fame after releasing his first single titled ‘Elon Musk’.
His songs have garnered a positive reception since he gained recognition.
In August, Shallipopi disclosed that he does not write his lyrics but records freestyles in the studio.
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She Can’t Breath – Nigerians React to Iyabo Ojo’s outfit at Kunle Afod’s 50th Birthday Party

Nigerians have taken to social media to react to the outfit popular Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo wore to her colleague Kunle Afod’s 50th birthday party.
Many said the outfit left her no room to breath.
Recall that Kunle Afod, one of Yoruba Nollywood’s stars, celebrated his 50th birthday in grand style on Tuesday.
He shared several photos of himself in traditional outfits to mark the special day and expressed his gratitude to God for reaching this significant age.
The actor acknowledged the weight of turning 50 and invited colleagues and fans to join him in celebrating this momentous occasion.
Many Nollywood stars, including Bimbo Thomas, Bimpe Akintunde, Mustapha Sholagbade, Yomi Gold, Cute Abiola, and many more, flooded Kunle Afod’s social media with heartfelt birthday wishes.

However, Iyabo Ojo stole the show with her striking outfit.
See reactions:
@kikidivine07 said;  “Gosh, how do you all breath in all these outfits. 😮”
@damm.y863 said; “She’s suffocating already 😂” She hardly talks. 😂“
@KolawoleEunice wrote, “I don’t know until you people dress to showcase your boobs.”
@suboy10 said; “Hmmm the packaging is loaded oooo 😜🤣🤣🤣🤣😘”
@AlabennyMummy wrote; “Opor fu queen mother”
@mamajuice said; ” O Lord have mercy on us.”
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Lagos Debunks Report Of Sanwo-Olu Banning LASTMA From Arresting Motorists

The government of Lagos State has denied the report making the rounds on social media that the state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, had directed the officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority to stop arresting erring motorists.

In the flier that went viral on social media platforms on Wednesday, Sanwo-Olu was reported to have warned the LASTMA officials to cede the duty of arresting motorists to appropriate authorities, adding that they should concentrate on managing traffic in the state.

The flier read, “…Henceforth, no LASTMA officials should arrest any commercial or private motorist. The duty of LASTMA is to manage traffic and not to arrest anyone.

“I have heard a lot of complaints, and any official that violates the rule of his work will be severely dealt with.

“If at any time LASTMA officials make an attempt to arrest you or forcefully enter your car. Don’t argue with them, just allow them to enter and call these numbers: 08129928600 and 08129928550.”

Meanwhile, in a terse message sent to The PUNCH, the Senior Special Assistant on New Media to the governor, Jubril Gawat, disowned the report, tagging it as ‘fake news’.

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Tinubu Will Be Victorious – Presidency On Supreme Court Giving Final Verdict In Atiku, Obi’s Petitions Thursday

Bayo Onanuga, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, has expressed hope that the Supreme Court will affirm the president’s victory in the February 25 presidential election.

Onanuga made the remark in reaction to the Supreme Court’s announced date to give its verdict on the appeals filed by presidential candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Atiku Abubakar, and Labour Party, LP’s Peter Obi.

Atiku and Obi had filed appeals before the apex court challenging Tinubu’s victory in the last presidential election.

However, the Supreme Court said it would pass a final verdict on the appeals on Thursday.

Reacting, Onanuga posted on X: “The Supreme Court will give its verdict tomorrow in the appeals filed by the Labour Party and its presidential candidate, Peter Obi; the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Atiku Abubakar.

“They are challenging the victory of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidate, President Bola Tinubu in the 25 February election.

“We in the APC are hopeful for victory. We are hopeful that the apex court will affirm the sanctity of the 8.9m votes of Nigerians that gave President Tinubu victory last February.”

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Photos Of Lagos Governor, Sanwo-Olu Opening A Vehicle Assembly Plant

Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Lagos State Governor, has opened the GAC Car Assembly Plant in Lagos.

The Governor disclosed this in a statement posted on his official X handle.

Sanwo-Olu revealed that this partnership is a step towards greater industrialisation, more jobs, and technical training for the people of the state.

He wrote: “This partnership, born in the challenging days of the pandemic, has flourished, not only giving birth to the GAC Motor Nigeria CKD factory but also aiding the growth and expansion of our LAGRIDE project. These initiatives signify our commitment to progress, innovation, and the betterment of Lagos State. 

“The opening of this Vehicle Assembly Plant is a glowing emblem of our state’s openness to investments that foster job creation, skill development, wealth creation, and entrepreneurial opportunities.

“The ripple effect of this investment extends far beyond the automotive sector. It has ushered in a new dawn of employment, providing our industrious youths with well-deserved jobs, thereby significantly reducing unemployment in Lagos.”

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The Murphy Afolabi I Knew Would Never Wish To Die Untimely – Kemi Afolabi Pens Heartfelt Note To Late Actor

Kemi Afolabi, the popular Yoruba actress, has penned a heartfelt eulogy to her late friend and colleague, Murphy Afolabi.

Recall that the late actor passed away on 14th May due to a domestic accident. He reportedly slipped in the bathroom of his house in Ikorodu, Lagos.She detailed their adventures and funny moments in a lengthy Instagram post, pointing out how they both supported each other’s movie careers.

She remarked that the deceased actor was a fervent supporter of her work and would consistently show up early for any of her appearances.

When he passed away, she admitted that his comments from her health challenge continued to ring in her ears, and she was unable to stop sobbing.

She recalled how he would frequently share with her how he had persuaded others to join him in praying for her.

She saluted him and praised him for being the all-time most attractive fashionista, actor, storyteller, producer, and director.

In her words: “I remember you “Omo baba mi” like we fondly call ourselves because we share the same surname even though we are from different states and not related by blood.”

“Murphy, I graced many of your productions as you did mine. we became friends because time proved to me that you have been a staunch admirer of my craft since I joined the industry.”

“Always on time to support me, post my works, and birthdays, celebrate with me and every positive news there is about me.”

“Your words during my health challenge kept echoing in my ears when you passed and I couldn’t stop crying, you would call and tell me :Omo baba mi, ko si iku loju e’ that you got some people on board praying especially for me, I could feel the fear in your voice then while you tried to encourage me.”

“The handsome, fashionista, self-confident, intentional, storyteller, Actor, producer & director of all times Murphy Afolabi that I know will never want to die untimely! so sad you bid the world goodbye too soon.”

“As a colleague, you were the first to ever call me excitedly back then to inform me that I had been nominated for an award in Canada, you made sure I submitted with everyone going on that trip, it is how you always try to carry me along in anything happening in the association for me.”

“Although we have our differences in some areas, that we couldn’t agree, you were a sweet soul who always found ways to mend problems that could cause distance or malice between us.”

“I am forever saddened that I will never get to see you in this life again, maybe in another life hopefully.”

“I am forever saddened that I will never get to see you in this life again, maybe in another life hopefully.”

“Till we meet to path no more Olawale, keep resting in your lord bossom.”

 

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Jenny Gaga Slams Davido Over Alleged Multi-million Naira Debt Owed Abu Salami

Nigerian singer, Davido has been slammed by self-acclaimed “dragger of celebrities”, Jenny Gaga.
She lambasted Davido for owing businessman, Abu Salami millions of naira.
Recall that only recently, a business man came out to drag music superstar, Davido over debt worth millions of Naira.
Jenny Gaga expressed her disappointment in Nigerian youths, who refused to speak up for Abu Salami despite losing Mohbad as a result of wicked bosses.
She claims Abu Salami left his photography job in 2017 to start up a football academy for kids, which is a dream of Davido.
Jenny Gaga insists the place was being run by Abu Salami’s own finances, which sometimes fell short and the kids were made to go hungry, which didn’t speak well for a place run by a billionaire.
She implored Davido to give Abu Salami a call, as she likened them to husband and wife so that they could settle amicably.

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