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Two Victims Involved in Anthony Joshua’s Nigeria Crash Identified as Coaches Sina and Latz

They were identified as Sina and Latz, two of Anthony Joshua’s closest team members who tragically lost their lives in a fatal accident on the Lagos‑Ibadan Expressway in Ogun State, Nigeria. Sina, Joshua’s strength and conditioning coach, had recently prepared him for his fight against Jake Paul two weeks ago, playing a crucial role in keeping him at peak performance. Latz, Joshua’s personal trainer and longtime friend, also died in the crash. He had been a trusted mentor, guiding Joshua through rigorous training sessions and supporting him throughout his career. A video circulating online shows the two arriving in Nigeria with Joshua shortly before the accident, making the sudden loss even more heartbreaking for the boxer and the wider boxing community. These are the two guys that were with Anthony Joshua both of them have now passed away 💔💔pic.twitter.com/db0dnVPWBl — honest30bgfan (@honest30bgfan_) December 29, 2025

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Funke Akindele’s Behind The Scenes Becomes Fastest Nollywood Film to Cross ₦1 Billion

Funke Akindele has set a new benchmark in Nollywood with her latest film, Behind The Scenes, which has now grossed over ₦1 billion at the box office, totaling ₦1,109,463,846. The film’s performance marks it as one of the highest-earning movies in Nigerian cinema history. FilmOne Entertainment, the movie’s distributor, announced the milestone on X, calling it “historic and unprecedented” for the West African film industry. According to the company, Behind The Scenes is the fastest film in West Africa to surpass ₦1 billion and also achieved the highest single-day gross on Boxing Day, earning ₦129.5 million. The distributor also revealed that the film has become the highest-grossing theatrical release of 2025 so far and continues to draw strong audiences weeks after its debut. Funke Akindele’s record-breaking achievement was highlighted, noting that she is now the only director to have three films cross ₦1 billion and the first filmmaker in Nollywood to deliver three consecutive ₦1B+ movies in a single year. Behind The Scenes had previously earned ₦512 million within 12 days of release, making it the top-grossing Nollywood film of 2025 at that point. The film held advanced screenings on December 10 and 11 before officially opening nationwide on December 12, quickly surpassing ₦200 million in its opening weekend. The movie explores the theme of black tax, focusing on the financial and social pressures faced by individuals supporting extended families—a topic that has struck a chord with audiences. The film stars Scarlet Gomez in the lead role, supported by an ensemble cast including Funke Akindele, Iyabo Ojo, Destiny Etiko, Tobi Bakre, Uche Montana, Uzor Arukwe, Ini Dima-Okojie, Adebowale ‘Mr Macaroni’, Ibrahim Chatta, Kamo State, and reality stars Handi and Wanni Danbaki.

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Ogun Police Confirm Anthony Joshua Safe and Sound After SUV Crash

Nigerian-born British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua is safe after surviving an SUV crash in Sagamu, Ogun State, on Monday. According to Deputy Superintendent of Police Oluseyi Bassey, Joshua, who was seated in the rear of the Lexus SUV, suffered only minor injuries and received first aid at the scene. The accident occurred around 11:00 a.m. in Makun, along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, near Danco Filling Station and the Sagamu Interchange on the Ibadan-bound side. The cause of the crash is still under investigation. Tragically, two other passengers in the vehicle died at the scene. Their bodies were taken to Livewell Hospital Morgue in Sagamu. The Ogun State Police Command extended condolences to the families of the deceased and assured the public that a thorough investigation is ongoing. Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.

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Nationwide Power Outages Hit Nigeria After National Grid Collapse

Several parts of Nigeria were plunged into darkness on Monday following a collapse of the national electricity grid. The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) confirmed the incident on X, explaining that the national power supply had dropped to just 50 megawatts as restoration efforts began. NISO, which oversees electricity distribution to power companies, noted that only Abuja and Ibadan were receiving electricity at the time, a sharp decline from the 3,660 megawatts supplied on Sunday, December 28, 2025.

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Jada P Causes Stir Online After Losing Phone During Wizkid’s Lagos Concert

Wizkid’s baby mama, Jada P, grabbed attention online after reportedly losing her phone during one of her husband’s concerts in Lagos. A video that quickly circulated showed Jada frantically searching through the crowd, surrounded by friends, family, and well-wishers, all asking what she was looking for. The clip captured the hectic scene, with people calling out and scanning the area to help her retrieve the missing device, while the concert carried on in the background. It’s still unclear if the phone was ever recovered, but the video has sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with fans sharing laughs over the relatable moment from Wizkid’s Lagos show. Moments when Jada P lost her iPhone 17 pro max at Wizkid show last night 🥺🥺pic.twitter.com/viA7bF6X8k — Real_Chydabby (@RealChydabby) December 29, 2025

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Defence Minister Christopher Musa Says Divine Intervention Overcame Conspiracy Against Him

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has revealed that his rise to national leadership was guided by faith and divine intervention, despite facing conspiracies from within the forces. Speaking at a recent worship service at Conquerors Global Assembly in Abuja, the former Chief of Defence Staff recounted how God’s hand turned a challenging period into a breakthrough in his career. “We give God the glory for what has happened this year. Even when the enemy thought they were putting us down, they did not know God was going to lift us up. In their small minds they conspired and thought they had won. But as long as you have God as your pillar, you will win,” Musa said. He encouraged Christians to remain steadfast in faith, highlighting that trials are necessary for growth and improvement. “If you are never challenged, you can never improve in life. As Nigerians, we know we are strong, but we are stronger together with God Almighty. Nigerians are winners. We must continue to pray for our leaders and our country,” he added. Musa also reminded believers that God never abandons those who serve Him: “Because we serve a living God, He will never give up on us.” His testimony comes weeks after President Bola Tinubu nominated him as Minister of Defence on December 2, forwarding his name to the Senate. Musa replaces Mohammed Badaru, who resigned from the position due to health reasons.

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DJ Cuppy Expresses Gratitude To God After Paying Tithes And Offerings All Year

Nigerian DJ and philanthropist, DJ Cuppy, has shared a personal reflection on her spiritual journey, expressing gratitude to God for the grace to remain faithful in giving throughout the year. The music star revealed that she consistently paid her tithes and offerings every month, describing the achievement as something she is deeply thankful for. “Proud to say I paid my tithes + offerings all 12 months this year and God I thank You!” Beyond celebrating her consistency, Cuppy also used the moment to encourage others, stressing that generosity is measured by intention rather than size. She referenced the biblical story of the widow highlighted by Jesus to reinforce her message about sincere giving. “A little encouragement btw; remember the widow Jesus talked about? It is never about how much but the heart posture 🤲🏾” Her post quickly drew attention online, sparking discussions around faith, generosity, and personal devotion, with many applauding her openness and message of heartfelt giving.

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Iyabo Ojo Hits Back at Allwell Ademola’s Brother Over Criticism of Support

Actress Iyabo Ojo has responded to criticism from Allwell Ademola’s brother over the support she and other colleagues reportedly gave the late actress during her lifetime. The brother had accused Iyabo Ojo and other celebrities of failing to support Allwell Ademola’s work and career, despite claiming to be friends. In a video, he said: “All the ‘Rest in Peace’ messages and public displays of love are fake and hypocritical. Where was this love when she was alive? When she produced Eniobanke, none of you promoted it. You all claimed friendship, yet you never supported her work or career, even though she supported many of you. During the Jagun Jagun production, no one called her or offered her a role. “Some of you, like Lateef Adedimeji, Owonikoko, Iyabo Ojo, and others, came to our house to shoot movies, yet you never found it worthy to stand by her. If you couldn’t support her while she was alive, don’t perform loyalty now that she is gone.” In reply, Iyabo Ojo defended her actions, saying, “I over-supported your sister when she was alive, when she was building her career as a producer and director. I featured in her movies countless times for free and I also supported her financially and emotionally.” She concluded by wishing the late actress peace, adding, “May her beautiful soul continue to rest in perfect peace.”

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