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Super Eagles’ goalie, Nwabali becomes orphan

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Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali has lost his mother barely one month his father. He shared the sad news of his mother’s passing on X (formerly known as Twitter) on Wednesday evening. “Rip mom,” he wrote, describing it as the “worst year of my life already.“ Before that, Nwabali had posted, “A very very crazy world indeed”. Nwabali, however, did not give further details on how his mother died. Just over a month ago, he lost his father, with the heartbreaking news coming just hours before the Super Eagles’ match against Rwanda in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualification game in mid-November. The South Africa-based goalkeeper gained widespread recognition early last year for his standout performances with the Super Eagles at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). He played in every match as the three-time African champions made it to the final, where the hosts, Cote d’Ivoire, defeated them.

Portable begs Ibadan fans over POP rants

Prince Odutola6 days ago5 days ago02 mins

Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola Badmus popularly known as Portable has apologised to Ibadan fans following his burst up with his ex-lover Queen Dami. Last December, Portable and Queen Dami broke up which led to the musician berating the Oyo people, saying their houses lack Plaster of Paris (POP). The singer also accused the Late Alafin of Oyo Queen for being promiscuous, he alleged that while going through her phone, he came across the names of top fuji singers who had slept with her. Portable however made swift U-turn in a viral video on Thursday, he apologised to the Ibadan fans following the invitation by Fuji musician Taiye Current for Concert in Ibadan tonight. The Zaazu crooner, who spoke in vernacular said; “My fans in Ibadan should forgive me over the POP issue. Please don’t be angry with me. “Taiye Currency, a top Fuji musician has transfered money to me. He want me to be at his concert in Ibadan. “You guys should not be angry. “You owned me. “I’m also an Ibadan indigene. “Taiye Current has paid for the show and it is not easy to return the money. “Please forgive me.”

Anthony Joshua presents autographed glove to Tinubu

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Two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua on Wednesday paid a courtesy visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at his residence in Lagos. The British-born Nigerian pugilist, who had on Monday visited the Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun, this time took an autographed glove to Mr. President. “I just had the honour of hosting our very own Anthony Joshua, a true champion and worthy ambassador of Nigeria. “Anthony Joshua’s dedication and achievements continue to inspire millions daily. Thank you for the autographed glove—it is a symbol of perseverance and excellence. A symbol of what Nigerians are known for. “We are Nigeria. Proudly Nigerian,” the President wrote on his X handle.