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Month: October 2024

FG approves airstrip for Canaanland- Bishop Oyedepo

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The Federal Government has reportedly approved the contruction of an airstrip for Faith Tabernacle, Canaanland, Bishop David Oyedepo of the Living Faith Ministries has said. Oyedepo made this disclosure to members of his congregation at his church’s Tehillah Night Special Edition in Canaanland, Otta, Ogun State. Announcing the new development, the clergy said he can now move to anywhere from his church premises without having to get to the airport first. He also reminded members of the congrefation that they working in purpose with the plan of God for them following the development. The Bishop said, “I am sure you will be glad to know that Federal Government has approved an airstrip for Canaanland. “You are working in the center of God’s plan, so that I don’t need to fly an helicopter to the airport. I can leave from here to where ever I am going,” Oyedepo said.

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Rivers Hoopers win CDS Basketball Championship

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Reigning champions of the Nigeria Premier Basketball League, Rivers Hoopers have emerged champions of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Independence Day Basketball Championship after their 72-59 win over City Chiefs at the Mo Arena on Sunday. It is the second time in five days the KingsMen have beaten the Titled Men at the CDS Championship in Abuja and the third time in almost a year. Hoopers defeated City Chiefs in the opening game of the Nigeria Premier Basketball League Final four in Port Harcourt last year. Abel Offia, who was awarded the most valuable player, scored a game-high 20 points, shot 2-of-3 three-pointers, and went 6/6 from the free throw line. New Rivers Hoopers recruit Patrick Abah added 16 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists. The former City Chiefs forward had 70% field goals, including 2/3 three-pointers in 27 minutes while Buchi Nwaiwu helped defensively shooting 7 points and making 9 rebounds with 3 assists and 2 blocks to go with it Hoopers had taken a 19-10 lead after the first quarter, but a slow start to the second quarter and missed baskets found their lead cut down to 2 at the break. With two minutes left to play, Hoopers took advantage of consecutive turnovers made by Chiefs to score eight points and extend their lead to 13 points. Chiefs had little or no answer as the KingsMen ran the clock down to emerge champions. Next for Rivers Hoopers is to return to Port Harcourt and prepare for the 2024 Nigeria Premier Basketball League Phase one in two weeks time in Benin, Edo State.

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Rivers crisis: Fire guts Eleme LG Secretariat 

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A section of the Eleme Local Government Council secretariat has been set ablaze. According to a phone conversation with former Ambassador Oji Ngofa who hails from Eleme, the newly elected chairman Brain Gokpa came to the council secretariat accompanied by his councilors and supporters but discovered that a few of the buildings in the council had been set ablaze. The new council chairman, his councilors, and supporters have vowed to take over the secretariat come what may. In Emohua council, some unknown individuals have barricaded the entrance to the secretariat. They’re resisting the resumption of the new Chairman, David Omereju. In a social media video, they can be heard chanting “No Wike, No Rivers State!!” So far, no arrests have been made and the police are yet to release any statement on the situation. There is a palpable fear of a potential outbreak of violence in some councils of the state. The lead-up to the Rivers LG elections was marred by controversies. Although details are still sketchy, the incident comes just days after the Rivers Local Government Elections which were swept by the Action Peoples Party (APP). Meanwhile, there was a disagreement in the Ahoada Local Government Area of the state on Monday after the police unsealed the council secretariats on the order of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP). Channels Television learnt that some police officers were spotted firing into the air to disperse some persons who tried to resist the resumption of the chairman of Ahoada East LGA Ahoada East is the L.G.A of the Edison Ehie, the Chief of Staff to the Governor. The incident is coming days after council polls in the oil-rich state. The elections were swept by the Action Peoples Party (APP) which won 22 out of the 23 LGAs while the Action Alliance (AA) took the remaining one. Disu said the police under his administration will employ community policing and strategic intelligence gathering.

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Bobrisky: I charge $100,000 for influencing 

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Popular Nigerian crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, has revealed that he charges the sim of $100,000 for influencing on social media platforms. This, according to him, was one of his genuine sources of wealth contrary to people’s belief that he’s into money laundering and fraudulent acts. This was contained in a video posted by controversial social media critic, Martin Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan on Monday, October 7, 20204.  According to VDM, the call recording was made on May 16, 2024. “All the money I have is genuine and the sources are like most of my influencing [sic], like that day I called you that one woman wanted to pay me £10,000, you know I told you that it’s for influencing.  “So, people don’t know how I charge a lot of money for influencing but I made them understand I charge as far as $100,000 to influence,” Bobrisky allegedly said in a recorded voice call with a male contact whose name remains unknown. The crossdresser who was convicted for mutilating the naira in April and sentenced to six months in jail, noted that he had access to his mobile phone while in custody. The male contact had initially asked if Bobrisky was out of prison before he responded in the negative, then he said he hadn’t been talking to people over the phone. “People have been sending me so many messages but I’ve not been responding because I don’t want anybody to know that I have my phone. I only want to talk to somebody that I know I can trust. “So if you think you cannot do it, all fingers are equal. Some others do it and trust me, God blessed the hustle. Obviously, I met a very terrible judge who wasn’t fair at all,” he added.

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Aisha Falode, others to grace Nigeria-France Sports Awards in Paris

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Dignitaries, including Aisha Falode, president of the Nigeria Women Football League, and humanitarian services icon Noah Dallaji, will attend the 2nd edition of the Nigeria-France Sports Awards and Gala in Paris.  The prestigious event will bring together key figures from the world of sports to celebrate outstanding achievements and strengthen sports relations between Nigeria and France. Senegalese legend Khalilou Fadiga, who played at the 2022 and 2026 FIFA World Cups, has also confirmed that he will attend the ceremony on October 21, 2024. It is a star-studded event, as Abu Barde, the special assistant to NFF President Ibrahim Gusau, will be live at the event. Babatunde Ojora, the convener of the Nigeria-France Sports Awards and Gala, says this year’s event will further solidify the sporting relationship between the two countries. Ojora, who is also the founder of OJB Sport, said: “Nigeria and France have witnessed significant sporting achievements in the past year, respectively, and these feats must be celebrated. “I am excited to announce that we will have Aisha Falode, who has been of immense support, in attendance.  “Humanitarian icon and president of the African Children Talent Discovery Foundation Noah Dallaji will also be present. “Senegalese legend Khalilou Fadiga will also grace this prestigious occasion as well as NBA sensation Tarekeyi Edogi. “We want to continue to celebrate those who have excelled in our world of sports and encourage others to strive to reach the top, as there is always a reward for excellence. “I want to thank the Nigerian High Commission in France, as well as the Nigerian permanent delegate to UNESCO. The 2024 Nigeria-France Sports Awards and Gala will be held inside the Louisiana Belle Boat on the Seine River, same venue for the Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony parade.

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Confed Cup: Enyimba draw defending champions Zamalek, 2 others

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The 2024/25 CAF Confederation Cup group stage promises thrilling action after title holders Zamalek were drawn to face Nigerian giants Enyimba following the Group Stage draw on Monday. Several former champions, including USM Alger, Zamalek SC, and RS Berkane are involved in the group stage this year as they gear up for fierce competition. The Egyptian side Zamalek were also placed in the same group as their compatriot Al Masry and Black Bulls in what promises to be an exciting Group D. Zamalek SC are seeking to add another CAF Confederation Cup to their illustrious history, but face a tricky group. Group B features former champions RS Berkane of Morocco, who will look to excel against Mali’s Stade Malien, CD Lundal Sul, and South African debutants Stellenbosch.  Berkane are tipped by some as favourites to advance, but their challengers are determined to disrupt the status quo. Group C includes former champions USM Alger from Algeria, who will battle ASEC Mimosas, ASC Jaraaf and Orapa United. With USM Alger’s pedigree and ASEC’s ambition, this group is expected to deliver high-quality football with ASC Jaraaf and Orapa United proving to be no pushovers. Group A is arguably the “Group of Death,” featuring Simba SC of Tanzania, CS Sfaxien from Tunisia, and Algerian powerhouses CS Constantine. Angola’s Bravos do Maquis complete the group, but the focus will be on the heavyweight clashes among Simba, Sfaxien, and CS Constantine, all of whom have serious continental credentials. The group stage kicks off in November, setting the stage for some of Africa’s biggest clubs to chase TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup glory. Below are the groups 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 A: Simba SC, CS Sfaxien, CS Constantine, FC Bravos do Maquis 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 B: RS Berkane,  Stade Malien, Stellenbosch, CD Lundal Sul 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 C: USM Alger, ASEC Mimosas, ASC Jaraaf, Orapa United 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 D: Zamalek SC, Al Masry, Enyimba, Black Bulls.

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Lobi Stars appoint Amokachi new head coach 

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Former Super Eagles striker Daniel Amokachi has been appointed as new head coach of Nigeria Professional Football League side, Lobi Stars.  The Makurdi based team announced the appointment via its social media handle on Monday.  “Former @NGSuperEagles striker, Daniel Amokachi, now takes charge of the club following the exit of Eugene Agagbe,” Lobi Stars stated on its official X handle.  It can be recalled that The Bull as Amokachi is fondly referred to has spent time as manager of Nasarawa United, Enyimba, Ifeanyi Ubah and JS Hercules.  He has also spent two spells as assistant coach of Nigeria, as well as managing the national team in an interim capacity from 2014 to 2015.

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