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BBNaija All Stars: Venita, Angel, Soma List Top 3 Housemates to Win N120m

Angel, Soma and Venita have revealed the housemates to make the top three list for the grand prize.
Evicted Big Brother Naija All Stars housemates spoke following their eviction last Sunday.
Soma listed Adekunle, Ilebaye and Mercy as his top contenders, while Angel mentioned Mercy, Ilebaye and Ceec.
When asked to identify her top contenders, Venita listed Adekunle, Mercy and Cross.
On Sunday, October 1st, one of the six finalists – Ceec, Mercy, Ilebaye, Cross, Pere and Adekunle – will walk away with the N120 million grand prize.
The All Stars season will come to and end after airing for 72 days.
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BBNaija All Stars: If Mercy Wins Again That Would Be Nice – Whitemoney

Evicted Big Brother Naija All Stars housemate, Hazel Oyeze Onou, aka Whitemoney has said he will be happy if Mercy wins again.
According to him, Mercy Eke deserves to win the N120 million grand prize of the reality show even though she had previously won the ‘Pepper Dem’ edition in 2019.
Whitemoney stated this in a recent interview with media personality Hero Daniels while berating those condemning him and Mercy for participating in the All-Star edition despite winning the show in the past.
Using a sports analogy, the ‘Shine Ya Eye’ edition winner said, “If you play a championship cup and win, you’d go home the next season and say don’t wanna play again? No, You have to keep winning.
 
“Mercy does deserve to win [the N120m grand prize]. If she wins it that’s good for her profile. It’s good for her prestige. It’s good for whatever she is trying to build. So, if she wins it again that would be very nice. No cap.”
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Spanish Football Club Plans Tributes For MohBad

Spanish La Liga club Cadiz CF has said it will hold its own tribute for late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba aka Mohbad.
Recall that the 27-year-old singer died on September 12. His death has continued to generate reactions, the latest being from Laliga side Cadiz CF who expressed heartfelt condolences to family of late singer,
The club announced in a post on their official X page that they would display a Mohbad jersey on their substitute bench during their game against Rayo Vallecano to give the team strength.
They wrote: @iammohbad_ will be with us for tomorrow’s home game against Rayo Vallecano.
The singer’s Cadista shirt will be on the bench to give us the strength we need to win the match.
 𝙏𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙪𝙩𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙈𝙤𝙝𝙗𝙖𝙙 𝙞𝙣 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙩𝙚𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙚 #ThisIsCádiz.”
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African Countries Will Remain In Chains Until They Break Free From Drug Barons – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has kicked against drug barons.
He said Africa will not move forward until they break free from drug barons.
Tinubu went ahead to task the national drug law enforcement agencies in Africa to consolidate the fight against substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in their respective countries.
The President warned vehemently that the African continent would remain in chains till it breaks free from the shackles of the criminal enterprises of drug barons and syndicates of illicit drugs.
He sounded the warning in Abuja on Tuesday while declaring open the 31st meeting of the Heads of National Drug Law Enforcement Agencies, Africa (HONLAF) at the Abuja Continental Hotel.
“If we don’t dismantle the criminal enterprises that threaten our future and build a brighter tomorrow for all Africans, we will likely remain in chains in a diseased and amoral world, as will our children and their children,” Tinubu warned.

In his keynote address titled, ‘Rising Above the Drug Threat’, the President who was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the event, observed that Africa was “at the mercy of a threat that knows neither race nor geography, neither gender nor social class”.
 
To this effect, he enjoined the heads of drug law enforcement agencies to consider the conference in Abuja as a ray of hope and a catalyst for positive change across the continent.
Tinubu thanked the officials for their sacrifices in ensuring a world that is free of illicit drugs.
He said, “This threat has crossed borders and destroyed societies and dreams. Without the moral commitment of the men and women in this room, this threat would have left cities, countries, and even civilizations erased. So, I must commend you for your sacrifices in the bids to keep our world drug-free, sane and safe.
 
“This conference emphasizes your investment across borders to protect us from the devastations of drugs, a threat that only submits to the enforcement of the law.
 
“Therefore, we are grateful to HONLAF and its partners, notably the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, for creating this avenue, for offering intelligence and drug law enforcement officials a grand opportunity to compare notes, collaborate, and build networks that would be several steps ahead of the criminal network of drug transnational organizations.”
 
The President expressed regrets that in the last couple of decades, criminal organisations had made frantic efforts to breach security measures in African countries, all in a bid to pollute the minds of their citizens, adding however that the anti-narcotics agencies have proven to be a thorn in their flesh.
Tinubu, who doubles as the chairman of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), stated: “But while it’s a compliment that drug-law enforcement organizations are a threat to their criminal empires, their desperation must never be taken for granted.”
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Oct 1: FG Releases Programmes For 63rd Independence Day Anniversary

As Nigerians prepare to celebrate its 63rd Independence Day Anniversary on October 1, 2023, the Federal Government has unveiled the programme of events for the day.

Unveiling the programme of events in Abuja on Monday, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, said the theme of this year’s celebration is “Nigeria @ 63, Renewed Hope for Unity and Prosperity.”

He said President Bola Tinubu has sanctioned a modest celebration this year due to the current economic realities in the country, saying that the government is working with organised Labour and other stakeholders to bring succour to all citizens.

Speaking on the programme lined out for the Anniversary, Akume said the events started with the World Press Conference on Monday, September 26, at the National Press Center, Radio House in Abuja.

He said an anniversary lecture will be held on Friday, 29th September 2023, at the National Mosque Conference Center in Abuja, and Juma’at Prayer to be held at the National Mosque.

The SGF stated that a national broadcast by President Tinubu on Sunday, October 1, will be held, and an Inter-Denominational Church Service will also held at the National Christian Centre in Abuja.

He said: “As you are aware, the president has given his approval for this 63rd anniversary to be low-key in line with the present economic realities. The theme of the anniversary is “Nigeria @ 63, Renewed Hope for Unity and Prosperity”.

“In view of the above, the following programmes have been lined up to mark the celebration: World Press Conference on Monday, 26th September at the National Press Center, Radio House Abuja at 11:00 am. Anniversary Symposium/Public Lecture, Thursday, 28th September 2023 at State House Conference Center @ 10 am

“Lecture on Friday, 29th September 2023, National Mosque Conference Center at 10:00 am and Juma’at Prayer at the National Mosque at 1:00 pm. Presidential Broadcast, Sunday, 1st October, 2023 at 7:00 am. Inter-Denominational Church Service on Sunday, 1st October 2023, at the National Christian Center at 10:00 a.m. Military Parade on Monday, 2nd October, 2023 at the Presidential Villa, at 9:00 am.”

The SGF also highlighted the importance of this year’s celebration, having witnessed the seamless, successful, and peaceful Presidential Transition programme from one government to another.

Akume said: “It is particularly important at this time, having witnessed an unbroken democratic record since 1999 as well as the seamless, successful, and peaceful Presidential Transition programme from one government to another. Therefore, this calls for celebration, and we are thankful to God and Nigerians for making this possible.

“Despite political tremors and a wave of coups in some parts of the ECOWAS sub-region, Nigerians have fully embraced democracy with its core values and practices as the best form of governance.

“Democracy affords the citizens the opportunity, through elective structures and processes, to effectively participate in the affairs of their country.

“The relationship between the people and government in a representative democracy is symbiotic: while the citizens support the government, the government provides security, protects, and enhances their interests.”

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Burna Boy Honours Late Indian Friend, Sidhu Moose Wala With Customized Pendant

Burna Boy and Sidhu

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, Burna Boy has paid tribute to his late friend and rapper, Sidhu Moose.

The rapper shared a photo of him rocking a pendant that bears the face of the Punjabi rapper who died in 2022.

The Punjabi rapper, who is credited with popularising rap in rural areas, was shot dead on 29 May when his car was ambushed by unidentified gunmen.

Burna Boy and Sidhu Moose Wala shared a close relationship other than just being colleagues in the entertainment industry.

In his hit track, ‘Big 7’, Burna Boy also paid tribute to the late rapper and Virgil Abloh, the late American fashion designer and entrepreneur

The self-acclaimed African Giant featured on Sidhu’s posthumous single titled, ‘Mera Na’ alongside an Indian singer, Steel Banglez.

Honouring the memory they shared, Burna Boy who is known with a Jesus-piece pendant has since replaced it with one that shows the face of Sidhu.

The Police in the Indian capital, Delhi, have made three new arrests in connection with the killing of the singer who was shot 24 times.

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BBNaija All Stars: I Knew I’d Marry My Fiancee First Day I Met Her – Omashola

Evicted Big Brother Naija All Stars houseguest Omashola Oburoh, aka Sholzy has spoken about the love of his life.
He described his romance with his South African fiancée, Britnee, as love at first sight.
The 41-year-old said he knew he would marry Britnee the very moment he set his eyes on her.
Sholzy disclosed this in a recent interview with popular media personality Hero Daniels.
He said, “The very day I met my woman [fiancée], I told her I was gonna marry her. The first day I set my eyes on her, I said you’re gonna be my wife, you’re gonna have my kids, we’re gonna get married.
 
“I’m one person who believes in faith. I told God, ‘Please it’s time. I want to settle down. I have lived this life so much. It’s too fun now. I need to dilute it a little bit. I need a family.’
 
“I told God when you see the person just point it for me and he did. So that’s just it. When I saw her [my fiancée], I knew that we were going to get married.”
Recall that Omashola and his fiancée welcomed their first child together, a boy named Daniel, in February 2022.
The couple will have their wedding in Nigeria this December.
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My Children Brought Out The Human In Me – Kizz Daniel

Star musician, Oluwatobi Daniel Anidugbe aka Kizz Daniel has revealed how the birth of his children changed his life.
He spoke when he featured as a guest on the latest episode of the Afrobeats Podcast hosted by Adesope Olajide.
Speaking on the show, the entertainer noted that his children changed him.
He stated that having children brought out a different sort of humanness in him, making him more social and understanding.
The ‘Shuperu’ crooner stated that being a father makes him want to be a good person, adding that he appreciates the person he has become because of his children.
He said: “Having my kids just made me more human and I appreciate it so much. I can relate with people and connect with people more and I always want to be a good person.”
Speaking of the training he is imbibing in his children, he said he is more of a strict father and a jovial one.
 
“I’m training them to be militants, I have a strong hand, I no dey form Kizz Daniel with them. It’s even their uncle that is spoiling them,” he continued.
In 2021, the singer welcomed his twin boys Jelani and Jalil, who were born on his birthday May 1.
The news was welcomed with great joy by his fans and fellow celebrities with congratulatory messages overflowing.
Following that, Daniel then revealed that his partner birthed triplet boys but they unfortunately, lost the third four days after birth.
He vowed to be a great father to his boys and bought the infant boys’ penthouse apartments in Lekki to that effect.
The singer has mostly kept his children out of the spotlight but continues to train them like a militant as he said.
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I Was Told To Join Cult, Engage In Ritual To ‘Blow’ – Phyno

Popular rapper Chibuzor Nelson Azubuike aka Phyno  has opened up on what he passed through before achieving fame.
According to him, during his wee days as a struggling artiste he was advised to join a cult or engage in ritual if he wished to succeed in his career.
He stated this while counselling up-and-coming artistes on ditch desperation and the so-called ‘easy’ road to success but to rather strive genuinely to attain it.
Following the death of MohBad and the controversies surrounding the unfortunate event, the discourse about artistes desperation for success, being signed to record labels that exploits and subjects them all forms of maltreatment when they attempt leaving has continued to gain waves online.
Ezege, as the rap star is also fondly called, advised young artistes to checkmate their thirst for quick success, be weary of signing with just any record label out of desperation regardless of their the terms and conditions which most times are unfavourable to the artistes.
He explained when some of these label bosses sense desperation in these young talents, they capitalise on it and take undue advantage of them; making them sign contracts that’ll be to their detriment one way or another.
“Some people look at us today and think we got it easy, Not at all”, said the Igbo rap act.
 
“Infact I’ve never loved easy things. Before many people heard of Phyno, I’ve had songs that no one knew exist.
 
“A couple of friends told me to blow, I must join a cult or sacrifice something or someone, I told him the price is too much. I’ll never do such.
 
“I believed in myself and the power of hard work, I started little and today I thank God.
 
“Young talents need to relax, do not be desperate about record deals or being on the spotlight. Keep working, when it’s time you’ll shine.
 
“Imagine begging a label to sign you, what kind of terms will they give you? They already know you are desperate and they will use you. 
 
“At the beginning you might not see it but give it time, you’ll regret it. Nothing pays more than hard work and consistency.”
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Nigeria Doesn’t Have World’s Best Women, Our Girls Lie – Ruger

Popular singer, Michael Adebayo Olayinka, aka Ruger has thrown a shade at Nigerian women.
He claimed that Nigerian women lie a lot and they are far from the best in the world.
According to him, any man who is well-travelled can attest to the fact.
He said this in a recent interview with The Beat 99.9 FM, Lagos.
 
“I can say for sure, we [Nigerians] don’t have the best women in the world. Yes, that’s a fact. No man that has been around [the world] would just say that [Nigeria has the best women].
 
“We have good women but we don’t have the best. You think there are white women that don’t have ‘booties’? They lied to us actually that white girls don’t have booty. Hmm, you need to see. I have seen first hand,” he said.
The ‘Asiwaju’ crooner also said he would never perform with female fans on stage in Nigeria as he does abroad because “Nigerian girls are liars.”
He said, “Personally, I don’t think I would get any girl on stage in Nigeria. Because most people that were criticising me for dancing with female fans on stage at that time were Nigerians. I don’t want no problems man. I will just do my time and leave.
 
“Actually, I don’t want problems with Nigerians. My people are toxic. And most of the girls in Nigeria they are in relationships so I don’t want someone to come for me. Nigerian girls are liars actually.

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