Former Nigerian international, Jay-Jay Okocha, has come to the defense of Ademola Lookman, criticizing Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini’s harsh comments on the player. Gasperini had labeled Lookman the “worst penalty taker” after his recent penalty miss. Okocha disagreed with Gasperini’s assessment, stating that the manager “overreacted” and overlooked Lookman’s significant contributions to Atalanta. He…
The Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA), Ekiti State Chapter, has announced a collaboration with Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado Ekiti, for the second edition of the annual Niyi Osundare Colloquium. The event aims to celebrate literature and arts. According to Dr. Wole Balogun, ANA Ekiti State Public Relations Officer, the colloquium is themed “The Role…
Dr. Yinka Ayefele, the founder of Fresh FM, Nigeria, has called on Ogun State Government to soft pedal on the criminal offences of the controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola popularly known as Portable. It will be recalled that Portable was declared wanted over alleged violent attacks on officials from the Ogun State Ministry of Physical Planning…
Popular Nollywood actress, Genevieve Nnaji, has recently opened up about her personal life, sharing poignant reflections on her past and present. In a heartfelt revelation, Genevieve expressed her enduring feelings for her childhood love, Emeka Ike, and the impact of their separation on her life. Now 44 and still single, Genevieve cherishes the memories of…
A U.S. federal judge, Christopher Boyko from the Northern District of Ohio, has allowed the Apetu of Ipetumodu, Oba Joseph Olugbenga Oloyede, to be released on a $20,000 bail following his arrest for defrauding the U.S. government of $4.2 million in COVID-19 relief funds. Judge Boyko mandated the confiscation of both Mr. Oloyede’s U.S. and…
The Katsina State Hisbah Board has issued a statewide ban on nightclub activities, emphasizing the need to uphold religious and societal values. Commander-General of the Hisbah Board, Aminu Usman (Abu Ammar), made the announcement in a statement on Wednesday, February 19, directing nightclub operators to cease operations immediately. Hisbah police have declared a ban on…
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday eulogised his ally and tech billionaire, Elon Musk, describing him as a great “personality with brainpower.” Musk has suffered a series of criticisms since the US President appointed him to lead the newly created Department of Government Efficiency, DOGE. Some of Trump’s critics, especially the Democrats, criticised Elon Musk,…
Juventus legend, Alessandro Del Piero, has come to the defence of Ademola Lookman after the Atalanta forward was publicly criticised by manager Gian Piero Gasperini in the aftermath of their Champions League elimination. Lookman, Atalanta’s talisman in recent seasons, found himself at the centre of a growing rift with Gasperini following the club’s shock exit…
Habeeb Okikiola Olalomi, the controversial singer popularly known as Portable, has been arraigned at the Isabo magistrate court in Abeokuta, Ogun. The singer was declared wanted by the police on February 18 in connection with an alleged assault on three officials from the Ogun State Planning and Development Permit Authority (OGPDPA). Portable surrendered himself to…
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, former governors Olagunsoye Oyinlola and Donald Duke, ex-Chief of Defence Staff General Lucky Irabor, and senior military generals, both serving and retired, paid glowing tributes to the late Major General Chris Jemitola (Rtd.) on Wednesday night. Jemitola, a former Chief of Policy and Plans (Army), was eulogized for his exceptional service…
