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Three Big Brother Naija ‘No Loose Guard’ housemates, Handi, TJay, and Shaun have been evicted.The trio was evicted today during the Sunday Live Eviction show after eight weeks.Following the trio’s evictions, the show is left with six housemates.The ongoing show will run for 10 weeks with the finale on Sunday, October 6, 2...

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Senator Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in Saturday’s Edo State governorship election, on his victory at the polls.Senator Okpebholo was declared the winner by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday, having defeated other contenders for the position.The...

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has alleged that the All Progressives Congress, APC, is planning to use its armed thugs to violently attack the collation center for the ongoing governorship election in Edo State to manipulate results.A statement on Saturday night by the National Publicity Secretary of the party, Hon. Debo Ologunagba claimed that...

The Governing Council of Abia State University, Uturu, has directed the management, parents and guardians of students of the school to ensure their children and wards are registered for the ongoing Federal Government NELFUND loan scheme.The governing council gave the directive during its 156 regular meeting, saying that the loan scheme would benefit...

Florence Otedola, also known as DJ Cuppy, a popular disc jockey and daughter of Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola, has made history as the first Nigerian to host an opening session at the United Nations General Assembly, UNGA.Cuppy moderated the Youth Action Day at the 2024, UNGA, themed “The Summit of the Future – Youth Actions Day.”Cuppy also delivered...

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has taken note of allegations of wrong figures entered in result sheets from polling units in Saturday’s Edo State governorship election.In a statement this night, INEC said they have received at least two complaints from the 4,519 polling units.The commission promised to investigate the discrepancies...

Embattled American rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been placed on suicide watch at the Metropolitan Detention Centre in New York.Diddy was reportedly placed on suicide watch for preventative measures.DAILY POST reports that the 54-year-old who was arrested on Monday is currently facing federal sex trafficking and racketeering charges.On Tuesday, Robyn...

President Bola Tinubu has insisted that he did not contest for the position in order to enrich himself.According to Tinubu, he came to “work” after Nigerians “gave” him their votes.The president stated this on Friday, during a meeting with the Forum of Former Presiding Officers of the National Assembly, led by former Senate President, Ken Nnamani.Tinubu...

Five aggrieved members of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in Kaduna State, have obtained an ex parte order from an Abuja Federal High Court, restraining the party and the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC from holding state congress and elections scheduled for Saturday, September 21, pending the determination of motion on notice for...

The Action Peoples Party, APP, has vowed to appeal the judgement of the Federal High Court declaring the decampment of 27 sacked Rivers State lawmakers as a pre-election issue.The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday dismissed a defection suit instituted by APP against the 27 former members of the Rivers State House of Assembly loyal to the Minister...

Former Kogi West Senator, Dino Melaye, on Saturday said a breeze cannot be suspended.Reacting to his suspension by the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in his Ward, Melaye accused Acting Chairman of the party, Illiya Damagun of being the party’s problem.The PDP Excos in Ayetoro Gbede, Ward 1 had suspended Melaye for anti-party activities and alleged...

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has heaped praise on Brazilian forward Endrick, describing him as a "special player" after his impressive performance in the Champions League._Endrick Shines Against Stuttgart_Endrick scored a crucial goal in Real Madrid's 3-1 victory over Stuttgart on Tuesday, catching Ancelotti's attention with his exceptional...

Nigerian champions, Rangers, have departed the country for their CAF Champions League second preliminary round reverse leg encounter against Angola's Sagrada Esperanca._Travel Details_The Flying Antelopes left Akanu Ibiam International Airport on Wednesday aboard an Air Peace flight to Lagos, where they connected to a direct flight to Angola. The...

The Premier League title race is set to intensify this season, with former Chelsea defender David Luiz predicting a strong challenge from Arsenal and Liverpool against reigning champions Manchester City.*Luiz's Expert Analysis*According to Luiz, Arsenal and Liverpool have the momentum to take on Manchester City, who have dominated the league with...

Nigerian forward Victor Olatunji stole the show as Sparta Prague cruised to a convincing 3-0 victory over Austrian giants RB Salzburg in their UEFA Champions League encounter on Wednesday._Olatunji's Stellar Performance_The 25-year-old scored Sparta Prague's second goal just three minutes before halftime, becoming the first Nigerian to find the back...

Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit has cautioned Manchester United fans not to expect new signing Manuel Ugarte to single-handedly solve their midfield woes. Ugarte joined the Red Devils from Paris Saint-Germain for an initial £42.2 million fee._Petit's Insight on Ugarte's Limitations_Petit, who watched Ugarte at PSG, expressed concerns about...

Arsenal legend Ian Wright has expressed concern over Atalanta's in-form forward Ademola Lookman ahead of their UEFA Champions League clash on Thursday. Lookman's impressive performance for Atalanta since joining the Serie A club in 2022 has caught Wright's attention.*Lookman's Recent Heroics*The Super Eagles forward was instrumental in Atalanta's...

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that captain Martin Odegaard will be out of action for an extended period due to a significant ankle injury. The Norwegian midfielder suffered the setback while representing his country in the UEFA Nations League clash against Austria earlier this month.Odegaard's emotional reaction, visibly in tears as...

Nigerian Super Falcons midfielder, Ngozi Okobi, has welcomed her first child! The excited new mom took to her X account on Tuesday to share the joyful news with her fans."Congratulations to me! #godbepraised #iamamother #newmom I am in my new season #NSPPD," Okobi tweeted, giving thanks to God for this precious blessing.This wonderful development...

A week to the September 21, 2024, governorship election in Edo State, Senator Francis Alimikhena and Hon Omoregie Ogbeide-Ihama have formally dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC).INSTANT NEWS reports that the duo were in the 8th and 9th National Assembly, respectively.Alimikhena is the immediate past senator...

Former Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi, has disclosed that ex-Chelsea defender, Gustavo Poyet, has expressed interest in the vacant Super Eagles coaching position. Poyet inquired about the role, seeking Mikel's insight into managing the Nigerian national team.Mikel's Candid AdviceMikel shared his honest opinion with Poyet, describing the challenges...

Sky Sports analysts Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher have made identical predictions for the highly anticipated Premier League clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal this Sunday. Both experts believe the first North London Derby of the season will end in a stalemate.Carragher's AnalysisCarragher expects Tottenham to dominate the game, but Arsenal's...

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has already set his sights on two key players to bolster his squad after committing to a new three-year contract with the Premier League club. Despite finishing second in the league for two consecutive seasons, Arteta is determined to bridge the gap with Manchester City.Arteta's Transfer PlansThis summer, Arteta invested...

Kano State Government has postponed the resumption date of both primary and secondary schools for the commencement of the 2024/2025 academic session.The Director, Public Enlightenment in the State Ministry of Education, Balarabe Kiru made this known in a statement on Saturday in Kano.According to him, the Commissioner for Education, Alhaji Umar Doguwa,...

Ahead of the United States, US, Presidential election, President Joe Biden stirred controversy when he wore a red cap belonging to the Republican presidential candidate, Donald Trump.Biden wore the Make America Great Again, MAGA, cap at an event to commemorate the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.During a visit to firefighters in Pennsylvania...

Ibraheem Labaeka, popular Islamic singer, has resigned from his position as Special Assistant to Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.In a letter dated Thursday, September 12, 2024, Labaeka announced his resignation, stating that he is uncomfortable being paid for doing nothing.While expressing his dissatisfaction with the role he was assigned, he added...