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“Why I Quit Legal Practice For Music” – Falz

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  Nigerian rapper and actor, Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has explained why he stepped away from active legal practice, citing the growing demands of his music career. Falz, who  was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2012 after studying law at the University of Reading, United Kingdom, and attending the Nigerian Law School in Abuja, said balancing law and entertainment became increasingly challenging as his fame grew. Speaking during a recent episode of the Behind The Story podcast, the 35-year-old entertainer noted that while combining both professions was possible, sustaining an active legal career alongside a successful music career proved difficult. The rap per recalled a courtroom experience that highlighted the challenges of practising law while becoming a public figure. According to him, a judge once recognized him for his activities outside the legal profession during a court appearance. “There was a day in court when I announced my appearance, and the judge as...

“They Sprayed Me Fake Dollars On My Wedding” – Peller

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Nigerian TikToker and streamer, Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, has raised the alarm that he was sprayed with fake dollars during his recent wedding to Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, popularly known as Jarvis. Peller  made this revelation in a video, where he explained that some of the Nigerian currency handed to him was genuine. The content creator, however, alleged that some of the dollar cash he received turned out to be fake. “I  went to the bank, and the Nigerian money was genuine. I saw that a lot of people gave me Nigerian currency. Yes, they gave me Nigerian currency, and that is good. I know the people who gave me genuine money; if I see them, I will recognise them. “When they came, I saw them. They gave me fake money. I got home, I was feeling like a millionaire and used the money to make a video. ‘Hello, hello,’ and then I realised it was fake. I can't talk. “Since  I went to change dollars yesterday night, I haven’t talked about the dollars since this mor...

Social Media Influencer, César Gastélum Shot Dead During TikTok Livestream In Mexico

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  Mexican social media influencer, César Gastélum was shot dead while livestreaming on TikTok outside a fast-food restaurant in Culiacán on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. César Gastélum,  known for posting comedy videos on the platform, was streaming live with two friends when two men arrived on a motorcycle. One of the suspects reportedly shot him at close range before fleeing the scene. According to the  local media, police initially believed the victim was a delivery rider because he and his friends were wearing bright yellow jackets and carrying delivery bags. Authorities later confirmed his identity. No arrests have been made. Police said they are examining cartridge casings recovered from the scene and reviewing CCTV footage as part of the investigation. Authorities  have not disclosed a motive for the killing, and it remains unclear whether Gastélum had received threats before the attack. His death is the latest in a series of killings involving social media persona...

WWE Legend, Brock Lesnar Retires After SummerSlam Defeat To Nigeria’s Oba Femi

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WWE and UFC legend, Brock Lesnar has announced his retirement from professional wrestling following his Hell in a Cell defeat to Nigeria’s Oba Femi at SummerSlam 2026. The 49-year-old made the announcement during an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, confirming that the match, held in his home state of Minnesota, was the final bout of his illustrious career. “Saturday was a very emotional day for me,” Lesnar said. “I’m here to let the world and everybody know that I am retired, and I wanted to say a big thank you to everybody.” The former WWE and UFC heavyweight champion revealed that he had contemplated retirement after his first loss to Oba Femi at WrestleMania 42. “When Oba Femi slammed me at WrestleMania, I was like, ‘I can’t do this again,’” Lesnar admitted. Despite those doubts, he agreed to a rematch at SummerSlam because he believed he still had “some fuel left in the tank”. However, a second successive defeat convinced him it was time to bring the curtain down on his career. R...

South African Lawyer Sentenced To Life Imprisonment Over Girlfriend’s Murder After Publicly Mourning Her Online

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A South African court has sentenced attorney, Thubelihle Sbonakaliso Mpisi to life imprisonment for the murder of his girlfriend, Mahlako Malebo Rabalao, whose body was found burned inside her Mercedes-Benz in Johannesburg. The South Gauteng High Court handed down the sentence on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, after convicting Mpisi of murder, malicious injury to property and defeating the administration of justice. Rabalao’s charred remains were discovered on March 9, 2023, near her home in Midrand. According  to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), prosecutors established through circumstantial evidence that Rabalao had died before her body and vehicle were deliberately set ablaze in an attempt to destroy evidence and conceal the crime. Although medical experts were unable to determine the exact cause of death because of the extensive burns, the court accepted the prosecution’s case, which relied on cellphone records, forensic evidence, expert testimony and Mpisi’s conduct before ...

President Tinubu Approves Military Salary Increase, Junior Personnel To Get 80% While Generals 30%

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  Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved salary increases of between 30 and 80 per cent for members of Nigeria’s Armed Forces, with about 250,000 personnel expected to benefit from the new pay package. The salary  review, which takes effect from September 1, was announced on Tuesday in a statement by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. Officers above the rank of colonel, including Brigadier-Generals, Major-Generals, Lieutenant Generals and Generals, will receive a 30 per cent salary increase in the new pay package. Personnel from the rank of colonel down to warrant officer will enjoy a 50 per cent increase, while those from private to staff sergeant will receive an 80 per cent pay rise, the presidency said. The new salary structure will raise the annual wage bill for the armed forces from ₦660 billion to ₦924 billion. Bayo Onanuga  said the President approved the increase in recognition of the courage and sacrifices of m...

“Why Who Wants To Be A Millionaire Went Off Air” – Frank Edoho

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  Veteran Nigerian media personality, Frank Edoho has revealed why the popular television quiz show Who Wants To Be A Millionaire stopped airing after 13 years. Speaking on The KK Show, Edoho debunked claims that he was removed as the programme’s host, describing such reports as false. He explained that the show ended because its longtime sponsor pulled out after being fined by the federal government over a corporate issue. According to Edoho, the company had supported the programme for about a decade but was forced to withdraw after the financial penalty made it impossible to continue funding the show. “Our sponsor stayed with us for a decade. After the federal government fined them over a corporate matter, they told us they could no longer continue sponsoring the show,” Edoho said. He, however, declined to identify the sponsor or disclose details of the fine. When Who Wants To Be A Millionaire eventually returned with a different sponsor, Edoho was absent from the revamped progra...