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Dino Melaye denies marriage plans

Prince Odutola4 days ago4 days ago02 mins

A former Senator and member of the 8th Nigeria National Assembly, representing Kogi West Senatorial district Dino Melaye has denied remarrying as claimed on social media. According to a post on Facebook, the Senator was said to be planning to solmnise union with a Lagos-based businesswoman at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Ogudu on December 26. The invite indicated that Fuji Music Icon Wasiu Ayinde (K1 D’Ultimate) will be on stand to entertain guests at the wedding reception. The Senator however took to social media to deny the claims saying: “419 taken too far. “General Public i dont know this person talkless of marriage. “Even for film it can’t happen. “SDM is not available ooo.” In 2015 he defected to All Progressives Congress (APC) but returned to PDP in the build-up to 2019 elections after months of political struggle with Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello. He was chairman of the Senate Committee on Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja and briefly chairman of the Senate Committee on Aviation in Nigeria. He was the spokesperson of 2023 presidential candidate of People’s Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar.

Lanre Teriba fluants N1bn new mansion

Prince Odutola3 weeks ago3 weeks ago01 mins

Gospel singer Lanre Teriba, also known as Atorise, has reportedly built a multi-million Naira mansion. The news of his luxurious new home has generated buzz on social media, with fans and followers congratulating him on the impressive achievement. The mansion is said to reflect the artist’s success and hard work in the music industry, and cost N1billion according to him. Lanre Teriba entered stardom with his debut album Atorise (Reformer). While spending most of his childhood at church this Ogun State native discovered his vocal gift. Teriba left home to pursue an Accounting Degree at Federal Poly Chapter Offa in Kwara State.

Nollywood actor Dayo Amusa welcomes baby boy in US

Prince Odutola1 month ago1 month ago01 mins

Nollywood actor Dayo Amusa has officially announced the arrival of her new baby boy, who was born in the United States. An elated Actor took to her Instagram page to break the news and also share the pictures of the baby. Dayo expressed her gratitude to God, writing, “Alhamdulillahi. My treasure has arrived. It’s a boy.” The post received an outpouring of congratulations and well-wishes from colleagues, friends, and fans. Notable personalities such as Toyin Abraham, Mo Bimpe, Iyabo Ojo, Juliet Ibrahim, Alesh Sanni, Bukunmi Oluwasina, Desola Afod, Bukola Arugba, and Biola Bayo were among those who celebrated Dayo’s new journey into motherhood.

Davido to donate N300m to Orphanage homes

Prince Odutola1 month ago1 month ago03 mins

A Nigerian singer David Adeleke popularly known as Davido has pledged to donate the sum of N300million to Orphanage homes across the country. Davido made the pledge on his official X handle on Monday. The Songwriter stated that the donation to the Orphanage homes is to celebrate his 32nd birthday on November 21. He wrote; “Once again, my birthday this year we are donating to orphanages and charity that helps young people stay away from drug and addiction. “This year is N300m. “Details to folow soon.” Davido founded the Davido Adeleke Foundation in 2022 with the help of other charitable organisations, in a bid to help vulnerable children. In July 2023, he proudly announced the foundation donated over 200 million to orphanages in the country and 13,818 children benefited from it. In the press release posted at the time, he said: “I founded the DAF in 2022 with a strong desire and passion to continually assist and create a proper framework for the ongoing charitable works to benefit the good people of Nigeria. Through this Foundation we have raised millions of Naira and dispersed much-needed funds to hundreds of orphanages significantly improving the lives of countless children.” The charitable tradition began back in 2021 after the singer’s birthday, when he made over ₦200 million in donations after sharing his bank account details on his Twitter (now X) page. After amassing the large sum of money, the singer announced that he planned to donate it all to orphanages across Nigeria, “I am delighted to announce that all the funds received totaling ₦200,000,000 will be donated to orphanages across Nigeria as well as the Paroche Foundation,” he said.Keeping to his word, he disbursed the funds after adding ₦50 million.

I almost gave up but Nigeria stood by me -Chidimma Adetshina

Prince Odutola1 month ago1 month ago04 mins

Miss Universe first runner-up Chidimma Adetshina has revealed that she almost gave up during her difficult times. Adetshina who is law student and model born and raised in South Africa represented her father’s country Nigeria in this year’s beauty pageant. She withdrew from the ten finalists of Miss South Africa in August after facing xenophobic attacks on social media. And four months later, she became the first runner-up to Miss Denmark who was crowned Miss Universe 2024. “To Nigeria: Thank you is not enough for all the support you’ve shown. You picked me up when I was at my lowest. “I’ve never opened up much but I was ready to give up on my life but you became my strenght to fight. “I’m so grateful for each and everyone for walking this journey with me. “To Africa: Thank you for showing your love and support. As much as I represent Nigeria, Africa fought for me. My voice, my story touched many and brought us together, This journey has taught me the power of unity, I want us to live in a society where we can all accept and celebeate one another. “This is not the end but the beginning of my journey. “Love Miss Universe 1st runner,” wrote after emerging runner-up at Miss Universe pageant. Meanwhile, the Chairman and CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has hailed the emergence of Chidimma Adetshina, on her emergence as the first runner-up at the 2024 Miss Universe. Adetshina, Nigeria’s representative at the 73rd Miss Universe Competition held in Mexico, trailed behind Denmark’s Victoria Kjaer Theilvig who was crowned the winner of the contest. In a statement on Sunday by her media aide, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, the NiDCOM boss described Miss Adetshina’s feat as a “reward for her doggedness and resilience.” Dabiri-Erewa expressed excitement that despite all odds, Chidimma remained focused and attained her goals. She recalled “Adetshina’s controversial official withdrawal from the Miss South Africa 2024 contest, of which she had advanced to the final stage , some few months back, noting that Nigeria warmly welcomed her, after being literally forced out of South Africa,” the statement read. “Describing her as brilliant, focussed and determined, she urged others to emulate the spirit of Nigerianess in Chidimma by being proud of the country and not run it down under whatever guise.” The beauty queen was warmly received at the NIDCOM Lagos office, and thereafter hosted to a grand reception at Idris Olorunnibe’s “The Temple,” Victoria Island, with music legend, D’banj in attendance.

Chidinma Adetshina crowned first runner-up at Miss Universe 2024

Prince Odutola1 month ago1 month ago02 mins

Nigeria’s representative at the 73rd Miss Universe Pageant, Chidinma Onwe Adetshina, placed first runner-up, while Miss Denmark, Victoria Kjr Theilvig, won the title. Chidinma battled Victoria in the last seconds of the competition, which took place early on Sunday morning at the Arena CDMX in Mexico City, Mexico, but she ended up placing second. The contest which honoured the skills, knowledge, and grace of women from all around the world was hailed by close watchers as one of the most exciting in recent memory. 126 women representing nations throughout the world competed fiercely in this year’s 73rd Miss Universe pageant, which included 18 contestants from African countries like Nigeria, Angola, and Egypt. During the contest, Chidinma started in the top 30 finalists and reached the top five, eventually finishing in the top two with Victoria Theilvig. Before the winner was revealed, the last two competitors had to endure a final parade and two rounds of questions in the final stages. Third, fourth, and fifth place went to Mexico, Thailand, and Venezuela respectively. In addition to wearing the coveted crown, Theilvig will travel to 30 countries as the 2024 Miss Universe. A year’s worth of jewelry and cosmetics will also be given to her, and for the first time in Miss Universe history, the winner will host a travel show.

Bobrisky: My godfather ‘ll remain anonymous forever

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Controversial crossdresser, Okuneye Idris, popularly known as Bobrisky, has vowed not to reveal the identity of his godfather. After denying that audio that was widely circulated was Artificial Intelligence generated, Bobrisky on Thursday, admitted that he has a godfather in a post on his Instagram page. According to the social media influencer said he won’t revealed the identity of his backer despite the curiosity of some certain persons. Bobrisky wrote; “The moment we sue them they were shocked that Bobrisky sue us? (Sic). “Who is that strong man behind her? “You will never know him. He will be anonymous forever. “I’m not even telling my own family about him, not to talk of one nonsense friends. (Sic). “I should you so that you can go to his page to insult him? Never.” about who is his backer but the It can be recalled that was accused of spending his jail term at private faculty as against the Correctional Center, Kirikiri, Lagos following his conviction by a Lagos Court a few months ago.

Iwobi releases second single ‘What’s Luv?’

Prince Odutola2 months ago2 months ago02 mins

Nigeria and Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has released his second single, “What’s Luv?”, blending Afro-Swing with rap to celebrate his African heritage.