Category: Entertainment
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NLO CEO PRAISES STRONG START TO LEAGUE OPENER IN NYANYA
Shola Ogunowo, CEO of Nationwide League One (NLO), has lauded teams for an exciting kickoff at Nyanya’s Hovel Prime Stadium, where G-Medix Football Academy crushed Olympic Hybrid FC 5-0. The well-organized event drew up to 2,000 fans and was broadcast live on NTA Sports, marking a proud milestone in bringing football to local communities for…
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K1 DE ULTIMATE DENIES UNRULY BEHAVIOUR IN ABUJA AIRPORT INCIDENT AMIDST BLACKLISTING
Fuji veteran King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (K1 De Ultimate) has denied claims of misconduct during the August 5 boarding incident at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, insisting the controversy arose from a misunderstanding involving a bottle of water. His media aide says K1 never endangered lives or breached safety rules, calling the reports exaggerated and misleading.…
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NOLLYWOOD BLOCKBUSTER “AMANYANABO: THE EAGLE KING” SET FOR CINEMA RELEASE SEPT 12
Nollywood’s epic historical drama, “Amanyanabo: The Eagle King,” directed by Fred Amata and produced by veteran star Ibinabo Fiberesima, premieres globally in the UK on August 29 before hitting Nigerian cinemas on September 12. The film tells the powerful true story of King Ibanichuka, the last ruler of Okrika, battling colonial forces and betrayal in…
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D’TIGRESS CAPTAIN AMY OKONKWO SAYS AFROBASKET WIN WILL INSPIRE GIRLS NATIONWIDE
D’Tigress captain and MVP Amy Okonkwo says their historic fifth consecutive Afrobasket title will encourage girls across Nigeria and beyond to embrace basketball. Speaking at a presidential reception, she thanked President Tinubu for the warm welcome and praised the team’s support system for their continued success. Okonkwo expressed confidence that the victory will propel the…
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OSUN-OSOGBO DEVOTEES HONOUR ATAOJA WITH IBORI ADE FESTIVAL RITES
OSUN-OSOGBO DEVOTEES HONOUR ATAOJA WITH IBORI ADE FESTIVAL RITES Osun-Osogbo devotees and traditionalists gathered at the palace of Ataoja Oba Jimoh Olanipekun for the sacred “Ibori Ade” ceremony, marking a key event ahead of the grand festival finale this Friday. The ritual honours the Osun goddess and past Osogbo rulers, featuring cultural displays and traditional…
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EGYPT’S MOSTAFA BADR UPSETS DEFENDING CHAMPION AT ITTF AFRICA YOUTH CHAMPS
EGYPT’S MOSTAFA BADR UPSETS DEFENDING CHAMPION AT ITTF AFRICA YOUTH CHAMPS In a thrilling upset at the ITTF Africa Youth Championships in Lagos, Egypt’s Mostafa Badr dethroned Tunisia’s Essid Wassim in the U-19 singles final with a commanding 4-1 victory. The 19-year-old Egyptian showcased skill and focus, signaling his rise as a new contender in…
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MAUREEN MADU URGES PRESIDENT TINUBU TO REWARD VETERAN SUPER FALCONS
MAUREEN MADU URGES PRESIDENT TINUBU TO REWARD VETERAN SUPER FALCONS Five-time WAFCON winner Maureen Madu has called on President Tinubu to extend rewards to veteran Super Falcons who paved the way for Nigeria’s latest triumph. Speaking in Awka, Madu praised the president’s generous gifts to the 2025 team but reminded that past champions, who built…
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SAMUEL OKWARAJI FOUNDATION LAUNCHES ANNUAL U-16 FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT TO HONOUR LATE LEGEND
SAMUEL OKWARAJI FOUNDATION LAUNCHES ANNUAL U-16 FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT TO HONOUR LATE LEGEND The Samuel Okwaraji Foundation has announced a new annual U-16 football competition for secondary schools, celebrating the legacy of late Super Eagles midfielder Samuel Okwaraji. The tournament aims to boost grassroots football, unite youths across Nigeria, and provide a platform for undiscovered talent…
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FIRST LADY OLUREMI TINUBU CONGRATULATES D’TIGRESS ON HISTORIC FIBA AFROBASKET VICTORY
FIRST LADY OLUREMI TINUBU CONGRATULATES D’TIGRESS ON HISTORIC FIBA AFROBASKET VICTORY First Lady Sen. Oluremi Tinubu has praised Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, for their stunning win at the 2025 FIBA Afrobasket Tournament in Côte d’Ivoire. Celebrating their fifth consecutive title, she hailed the team as an inspiration to young girls nationwide, encouraging them to…
