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Ayra Starr To Become First Afrobeats Star To Headline NFL Halftime Show

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Nigerian Afrobeats singer, Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr has been announced as the headline performer for an NFL halftime show during the league’s international match in London this autumn. The singer will perform at halftime when the Philadelphia Eagles face the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, October 11, at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in north London. The game is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. BST (9:30 a.m. ET). Ayra Starr becomes the first Afrobeats artiste to headline an NFL International Game Halftime Show, marking another major international milestone for the Nigerian singer. Her performance will form part of a record seven halftime shows planned across this season’s international NFL matches, presented by American Express. Reacting to the announcement, Starr said she was looking forward to performing on the NFL’s global stage. “I am so excited to perform at the NFL halftime show in London,” said Starr, who recently released her third studio album, Starrgirl...
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NFF President, Ibrahim Gusau And Other Board Members Resign

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  The President of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, and other board members have resigned. The NFF board had come under intense pressure following the poor management of Nigerian football. The latest debacle was the failure of the Super Falcons to qualify for the FIFA Women World Cup for the first time. It was gathered that the board had been badgered by security agents, as it comes under (mis)management of funds released by the Federal Government for the national football teams. The Department of State Services (DSS), joined other security operatives in investigating the NFF over the utilisation of the ₦17 billion Federal Government intervention fund released to the Federation for players’ wages and bonuses. The fund was approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2024 to clear outstanding payments owed to Nigeria national teams. An authoritative source informed the newsmen on Monday that the DSS had beamed a searchlight on officials of the NFF to show proof on wha...
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Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo Faces Backlash Over ₦700,000 Matchmaking Platform

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  The lead pastor of David’s Christian Centre and a popular relationship coach, Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo has sparked mixed reactions after unveiling a Christian matchmaking platform, Mentor To Marry, with membership packages costing up to ₦700,000 annually. The  platform, which is aimed at helping Christian singles find intentional and God-centred relationships, comes amid growing conversations about the financial pressures surrounding modern relationships and marriages. Okonkwo,  in a post shared on X, lamented what he described as the increasing commercialisation of relationships, arguing that financial expectations have made it difficult for some young men to find genuine love. “When we were young all you had to get was a girl’s phone number, but now all they want to send is their account number,” he wrote. He added that men are now often expected to contribute towards expenses such as rent, school fees and transportation before being taken seriously in relationships. I...
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“Wizkid Snubbed Me, Davido Changed My Life In Two Seconds” – Carter Efe

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Wizkid (left), Carter Efe (middle) and Davido Nigerian content creator and streamer, Oderhohwo Joseph Efe, popularly known as Carter Efe has claimed that Nigerian Afrobeats superstar, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid ignored a song he made for the singer, while Davido came into his life and helped him during a difficult time. Carter Efe  made the comments while speaking about his experiences with both music stars, saying he would continue to appreciate Davido publicly for the support he received from him. “I’ll keep praising Davido everywhere I go,” he said. Carter Efe claimed that Wizkid did not respond to a song he made for him, describing the experience as being completely ignored by the singer. “Davido  is my helper. I don’t give a fuck about Wizkid, that guy. I did a song for Wizkid, that guy snubbed my  whole life,” Carter Efe said. He  compared that experience with his relationship with Davido, saying the singer showed him support when things...
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Funke Akindele And JJC Skillz Vacationing With Their Twin Boys In France

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Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele and her former husband, Abdulrasheed Bello, popularly known as JJC Skillz, have reunited in Paris, France, where they are currently on vacation with their twin sons. The former couple, who ended their marriage in June 2022 after six years together, appeared to be enjoying a cordial co-parenting relationship during the family getaway. JJC Skillz shared a video from their time in Paris, showing moments spent together with their twin boys. In a video shared by JJC Skillz, he was seen hailing Akindele as “mummy twins” as they spent time with their children. The family moments have drawn attention online, with the former couple appearing relaxed and supportive of each other while focusing on their children. Akindele and JJC Skillz got married in 2016 and welcomed their twin boys in December 2018. The couple announced their separation in June 2022, with JJC Skillz confirming at the time that their marriage had come to an end. Since their separation, both ent...
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Xiaomi Counts On 7,500mAh Battery To Win Nigerian Smartphone Buyers, Set To Launch New Phone On September 1

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Xiaomi is counting on longer battery life and faster charging to boost its position in Nigeria’s competitive entry-level smartphone market with the launch of its new Redmi 17. According to the company, the device’s performance features and affordability will appeal to Nigerian consumers, who are increasingly weighing value for money when purchasing smartphones. The smartphone is scheduled for launch in Nigeria on September 1. It comes with a 7,500mAh battery and 45W Turbo Charging, features the company said were designed for users who spend extended periods on their phones for communication, entertainment, digital transactions, work and online learning. Speaking with journalists during a briefing in Lagos ahead of the launch, a Xiaomi representative said the company expects the Redmi 17 to record six-digit sales over its lifecycle in Nigeria. However, the company declined to disclose a specific sales target or the device’s expected price. The price question remains significant as risin...
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Poco Lee’s Management Speaks On ‘Drink Spiking’ Claims In The UK Case

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The management team of Nigerian dancer, Iweh Pascal Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, has spoken out over claims referencing “drink spiking” in discussions surrounding his ongoing legal case in the United Kingdom. In a public  notice dated August 25, 2026, the team said the claims circulating online do not form part of the allegations or charges before the UK court. “We are particularly concerned by the volume of unverified narratives currently circulating, including claims referencing ‘drink spiking’, among other allegations, which do not form part of any of the allegations or charges before the court. “We asked  the public and media to desist from introducing details that are not part of the actual case, as doing so only fuels misinformation and causes unfair prejudice to all parties involved,” the management said. The  management also urged members of the public to allow the legal process to take its course, stressing that allegations should not be treated as a pro...
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