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Ubi Franklin Opens Up on Depression and Suicide Attempts After Divorce
Nigerian music executive Ubi Franklin has revealed that he battled severe depression and made multiple suicide attempts following the collapse of his marriage to Nollywood actress Lilian Esoro. Speaking on his podcast, Talks with Ubi Franklin, he recounted the emotional toll of the split and the painful moments leading up to their wedding. Reflecting on their initial engagement in 2015, Franklin described how Esoro surprisingly failed to show up to their celebration dinner after getting cold feet. Although they eventually reconciled and married, the union ultimately ended in divorce, pushing him into one of the darkest periods of his life.…
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VIDEO: I’ve been celibate for four years — Sydney Talker
Skit maker and content creator, Sydney Egere, popularly known as Sydney Talker, has revealed that he has remained celibate for the past four years, saying the decision was driven by his desire to focus on personal growth and his career. In a video shared on his Instagram page on Wednesday, the comedian disclosed that July 27 would mark four years since he last shared a bed with a woman, describing the journey as difficult but rewarding. “27th of this month will make it four years of celibacy for me. Technically, what I am trying to say is I have not…
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World Cup: FIFA president Gianni Infantino told to resign after Spain won
LaLiga President Javier Tebas has publicly demanded the resignation of FIFA President Gianni Infantino following the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup, where Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the final. Tebas criticized FIFA’s management of the tournament, specifically pointing to issues like hydration breaks, the musical performance during the final in New Jersey, and the controversy surrounding United States striker Folarin Balogun. When asked if Infantino should quit, Tebas stated, “In my opinion, yes, I think his time is up.” This high-profile demand has since triggered a wave of mixed reactions across social media platforms and the global football community.…
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Mo Bimpe Threatens Legal Action Over False Paternity Fraud Allegations
Nollywood actress Adebimpe Oyebade, widely known as Mo Bimpe, has announced plans to take legal action following malicious claims on X alleging paternity fraud involving her husband, actor Lateef Adedimeji. The unsubstantiated rumor, posted by user @iam_Mardiyyah, falsely claimed that her husband filed for divorce after a failed blood donation at a general hospital in Ilorin. Reacting strongly to the defamatory post via her Instagram Story, Mo Bimpe condemned the cyberbullying and drew a firm line regarding her family, stating, “I don’t want to hear justice for whatever your stupid name is by the time I am ready for you!”…
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‘War is over’ — Fubara declares support for Tinubu, Wike’s Rainbow Coalition
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has declared his support for President Bola Tinubu and the Rainbow Coalition, a political movement led by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, ahead of the 2027 general elections. Fubara made the declaration on Tuesday during the groundbreaking ceremony for the reconstruction and equipping of the Riven Medical Facility, a public-private sector pharmaceutical factory in Rivers State. The governor said the prolonged political crisis in the state had come to an end, urging his supporters to unite behind all candidates presented by the coalition. “I am supporting our Rainbow Coalition. President Bola…
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Transfer: Morgan Rogers reveals who convinced him to join Chelsea
New Chelsea player, Morgan Rogers, has suggested that manager, Xabi Alonso convinced him to join the Blues. Chelsea announced the signing of the England international from Aston Villa on Tuesday. Speaking at his first interview as a Chelsea player, Rogers said he spoke to Alonso and the Spaniard’s footballing philosophy aligns with his vision of the game and played a major part in his decision to join the Premier League west London club. “I have had a few conversations with him, and I think it’s important for me to be here that I need to understand what the manager’s like, how…
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Burna Boy becomes first male artiste to top Spotify’s Global Music Video Chart
Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has made history as the first male artiste to reach number 1 on Spotify’s newly launched Global Music Video Chart. He achieved the feat as his World Cup song with Shakira, ‘Dai Dai,’ topped the newly launched chart, making him the first African and first male artist to hit the milestone. Meanwhile, ‘Dai Dai’ also reached a new peak of number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart this week. The song is projected to enter the top 10 next week following Burna Boy and Shakira’s World Cup Final Halftime Show…
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VDM join police officers in alleged baby factory bust in Abuja
Social media activist, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, VDM, accompanied operatives of the Nigeria Police Force’s Special Tactical Squad, STS, on a raid of an alleged baby factory in Karshi, Abuja, following allegations that a seven-day-old baby was sold. The development was shared in videos posted on VDM’s official social media page, where he documented the operation carried out alongside police officers. According to VDM, the team departed for the operation at about 4:00am. before arriving at the location around 5:01am. “Enroute to Karshi to rescue the seven-day-old baby that was sold and also bust the baby factory.…
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Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyers threaten legal action over TV guest’s ‘kill Kanu’ remark
The legal team representing the convicted leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu, has threatened legal action against a television guest, Chigozie Nnabugwu, and News Central Television over what it described as a call for the IPOB leader’s extrajudicial killing. In a press statement issued on Tuesday and signed by Kanu’s Special Counsel, Aloy Ejimakor, the legal team condemned remarks allegedly made by Nnabugwu during a News Central TV programme, in which he reportedly urged the Federal Government to kill Kanu “for normalcy to return to the Southeast.” According to the statement, the video containing the remarks was published…
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World Cup final: What Messi told me after Spain beat Argentina – Lamine Yamal
Spain winger, Lamine Yamal, has revealed what Argentina captain, Lionel Messi told him after both teams’ World Cup final on Sunday. Yamal and Messi shared a moving hug after Spain defeated Argentina to win the World Cup in New Jersey. Ferran Torres’ extra-time goal gave the La Roja the win against Lionel Scaloni’s side. Speaking about Messi after the match, Yamal said via Marca, “He’s the greatest player in history and someone I’ve always looked up to. “After the match, I wanted to show him my respect. He told me to keep following my path and that the future belongs to…
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Only God can give peace, not government – Bishop Oyedepo
Founder of Living Faith Church Worldwide, Bishop David Oyedepo, has said that no government can guarantee lasting peace for its people, noting that true peace can only be found in God. Speaking during a church service in Warri, Delta State, Oyedepo urged believers not to rely on earthly institutions for inner peace, stressing that peace is a divine gift that only God can provide. “No government in this world can give you peace, neither can you find it in the market. It is only God that can give you peace,” the cleric said. According to him, while governments can provide…
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Cardi B, Maduka Okoye spark fresh dating rumours after Venice dinner
American rapper Cardi B and Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye have fuelled fresh speculation about their relationship after they were spotted having dinner together in Venice, Italy. Photos and videos circulating on social media showed the pair seated side by side at Gio’s Restaurant inside the St. Regis Hotel, overlooking one of the city’s famous canals. Cardi B wore a turquoise dress, while Okoye sat beside her throughout the evening as they dined with friends and socialised. Although there was no public display of affection, eyewitnesses said the duo appeared relaxed, chatting and smiling throughout the outing, further fuelling rumours…
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