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E-Money Promises To Honour His Pledge Of ₦50 Million To Carter Efe’s Win Over Portable

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Nigerian businessman and s ocialite, Emeka Okonkwo, popularly known as E-Money has congratulated content creator and streamer, Oderhohwo Joseph Efe, popularly known as Carter Efe on defeating controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, promising to honour his pledge of ₦50 million. Carter Efe defeated Portable on Friday night in a game which had all three judges rule 27–30 in favour of Efe. Portable’s loss at the Chaos in the Ring 4 event held at the Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, meant the end of his reign as celebrity boxing champion. E-Money reaffirmed his commitment after Balmoral Group Promotions CEO, Ezekiel Adamu, put the question to him at the end of the fight. “You know we put our money where our mouth is, and so congratulations Carter on your win. ₦50 million for you,” he said. Adamu, on his part, said the event had delivered on all its promises. “We promised Chaos in the Ring and we have delivered very entertaining fights...

Carter Efe Defeats Portable In Celebrity Boxing Bout

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S treet-hop singer and ‘Zazoo’ crooner, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has lost his celebrity boxing title to content creator and streamer, Oderhohwo Joseph Efe, popularly known as Carter Efe in a highly publicized boxing match on Friday night. The bout, which drew significant attention from fans and entertainment enthusiasts, held at the Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos. The boxing bout delivered an intense three round contest marked by high energy and dramatic exchanges. The opening round saw both celebrities come out aggressively with Portable displaying his trademark energetic style while Efe maintained a more composed approach, focusing on controlled punches. Portable, a two-belt holder after defeating Charles Okocha and Speed Darlington in previous bouts, vowed to take a third title from Efe. “I will use you to collect my third belt. Charles Okocha was bigger than you, Speed Darlington was bigger than you, and I beat them. I will beat you now,” t...

FIFA President Insists Iran Will Play World Cup Games In The U.S.

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  Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) President, Gianni Infantino has firmly confirmed that Iran will participate in the upcoming World Cup, scheduled to take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This announcement came during FIFA’s 76th Congress held in Vancouver, where Infantino addressed concerns regarding Iran’s involvement, which had been cast into doubt amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Infantino stated unequivocally, “Let me start by confirming straightaway that, of course, Iran will be participating at the FIFA World Cup 2026,” emphasizing the certainty of their games being held in the United States. His comments received immediate support from the United States President, Donald Trump, who expressed his approval, stating, “Well, if Gianni said it, I’m OK,” reinforcing that Iran should indeed play. Despite Iranian officials considering relocating their matches to Mexico, Infantino dismissed this notion, affirming Iran’s commitment ...

ADC Factional National Leader Dumps Party, Set To Join APC

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  The National Leader of the Nafiu Bala-led faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Hon. Leke Abejide, has announced his resignation from the party. The lawmaker representing Yagba Federal Constituency of Kogi State made the announcement at a press conference in Abuja on Friday. Abejide attributed his decision to the protracted leadership crisis in the party and the legal complications that could prevent it from fielding candidates in the 2027 general elections. The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Customs and Excise said he acted on the professional advice of his counsel to secure his political future. Although Abejide did not expressly state the party he intends to join, his attire—complemented by a cap associated with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC)—suggested that he may be heading to the ruling party. The former factional leader also announced that he has handed over the structure of the ADC to Bala Gombe...

Anglican Church Suspends Vicar Over Alleged Fake Prophesies And Miracles In Anambra State

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  The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has suspended the Vicar of St. Paul’s Parish, Nteje, in Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State, Ifunaya Maduka, over allegations of staging false prophecies and miracles. Maduka was handed a six-month suspension without pay following what the church described as conduct unbecoming of an ordained priest. In a suspension letter dated April 27, 2026, the Bishop of the Diocese on the Niger, Owen Nwokolo, accused the cleric of orchestrating “arranged and manipulated” prophecies by allegedly using individuals he knew and paid, while presenting such acts as genuine manifestations of divine power. According to the bishop, the priest admitted involvement in the practice when confronted with evidence. The letter stated that the allegations raised serious ecclesiastical and moral concerns, including false prophecy, deception of the faithful, abuse of the name of God, and conduct that could amount to obtaining money under false pretence. The dio...

Hoodlums Break Into Catholic Church, Steal Blessed Sacrament In Owerri

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  Hoodlums have stolen the Blessed Sacrament at the Adoration Chapel of the St. Mulumba Catholic Parish, Owerri, Imo State. A statement signed by the Archdiocesan Chancellor/Secretary, Rev. Fr. Patrick Mbarah, noted that the criminals broke into the chapel on Wednesday morning and made away with the Blessed Sacrament. The statement urged the parishioners to embark on a week of prayers for reparation. “It is with great sadness that we inform you of the desecration of the Chapel of Adoration of St. Mulumba Parish, Wetheral Road, Owerri. As reported by the Parish Priest, Rev. Fr. Raymond Madu, unknown person(s) opened some parts of the roof of the building, jumped into the Chapel of Adoration through the ceiling and made away with the Monstrance containing the Blessed Sacrament. “It is alleged that this ugly incident happened while it was raining in the wee hours of Wednesday, 29th of April, 2026. “Following this reckless irreverence, the Archbishop, His Grace, Most Rev. Lucius I...

Prosecutors Allege American Singer, D4vd Used Chainsaw To Dismember 14-Year-Old Girl’s Body

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  D4vd (left) and Celeste Rivas Hernandez An American  singer and songwriter, David Anthony Burke, popularly known as D4vd used chainsaws he bought from Amazon to cut up the body of the teenage girl he murdered and left to rot in the trunk of his Tesla, prosecution documents alleged on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. The internet breakout star killed Celeste Rivas Hernandez because she threatened to reveal their long-standing and illegal sexual relationship, which began when she was just 13, charging papers allege. He then hacked up her corpse, using a plastic paddling pool to contain the blood, and stuffed it into bags that he left in his car on the streets of the swanky Hollywood Hills neighborhood, before leaving for his music tour around the United States, prosecutors said. The 21-year-old, singer could face a life sentence or the death penalty if convicted of the child’s murder. He denies the charge. A  short court appearance in Los Angeles on Wednesday revealed the ...