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Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle Out Of Marseille Race As Habib Beye Is Appointed

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Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle will not be joining Olympique Marseille, as the French Ligue 1 club has confirmed Habib Beye as their new head coach. Since the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations concluded in January, Chelle’s future has been a topic of intense speculation. The Malian coach had been linked to several prominent positions, including national team jobs in Angola, Tunisia, and Algeria, with his most recent strong connection being Marseille following the sacking of Roberto De Zerbi two weeks ago. Rumours about Chelle’s potential move to France were fueled by his deep ties to French football. Interest spiked on February 19 when he joined a new football agency, a move often interpreted as a precursor to a career change. The uncertainty surrounding Chelle’s future has created pressure on the Super Eagles, particularly with an upcoming FIFA international window. Nigeria is also awaiting the results of a FIFA inquiry into the DR Congo case, which could secure the team a place in the World Cup playoffs. Marseille’s decision to hire Beye ends any chance of Chelle taking over at the Stade Vélodrome. However, other African nations continue to monitor him closely. With only a year remaining on his contract and no extension yet from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Chelle’s departure from the national team remains a possibility. Some interested countries could also guarantee him a spot at this year’s World Cup—something Nigeria cannot presently assure. Although the NFF has expressed a desire to retain Chelle, formalising a contract extension will be essential to putting an end to speculation over his future.

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Beautiful Nubia Accuses Yinka Ayefele And BBO Of Copying 1997 Melody

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Nigerian folk singer Beautiful Nubia has accused gospel musicians Yinka Ayefele and fast-rising artist BBO of using the melody of his 1997 classic, Seven Lifes, without permission or credit. Sharing his concerns on Thursday via his X account, the singer, whose real name is Segun Akinlolu, expressed frustration over what he described as repeated copyright infringement by fellow Nigerian musicians. Beautiful Nubia cited Yinka Ayefele’s 2012 song My Faith in God (Igbagbo Ireti) and BBO’s 2026 track Amin as examples, claiming both drew heavily from the melody of Seven Lifes. “There was Yinka Ayefele with ‘My Faith in God (Igbagbo Ireti)’ in 2012 and now someone called BBO with ‘Amin’ this year. Both stole their melodies from our original song ‘Seven Lifes,’” he wrote. He also criticized gospel musicians in particular for neglecting intellectual property rights, asking, “When will Nigerians (especially the so-called gospel musicians) learn to respect copyright?” Neither Yinka Ayefele nor BBO has responded publicly to the claims as of this report.

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Rivers Senator, Barinada Mpigi Dies At 64

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Barinada Mpigi, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Works, has died at the age of 64. His death was confirmed on Thursday by close sources, though the cause has not yet been disclosed. The news has sent shockwaves through the National Assembly and political circles in Rivers State. Mpigi represented the Rivers South-East Senatorial District and was widely recognized for his strong advocacy on infrastructure development and addressing security challenges in the Niger Delta. Born on June 23, 1961, Mpigi began his political journey in the House of Representatives in 2011. He served two terms after being re-elected in 2016, before winning a Senate seat in 2019 under the Peoples Democratic Party, marking a significant step in his legislative career. During the Ninth Assembly, he chaired a special joint Senate committee tasked with investigating crude oil theft in the Niger Delta, playing a key role in national efforts to safeguard oil revenues and combat economic sabotage. As head of the Senate Committee on Works, Mpigi supervised federal road and infrastructure projects across Nigeria. Colleagues remember him as a dedicated lawmaker committed to accountability and excellence in public service. Tributes continue to pour in from lawmakers and political leaders, praising his service to Rivers State and the nation. The Senate is expected to officially announce his passing and carry out formal proceedings in his honour.

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Everything Will Be OK, Dele Momodu Tells Niece Sophia Amid Davido Custody Battle

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Dele Momodu has reassured his niece, Sophia Momodu, that her custody battle with Davido will be resolved positively. In an Instagram post from Liberia, where he is currently visiting, Momodu revealed he has received messages from fans of both Sophia and Davido. He shared that one of Sophia’s supporters, a fashion designer, encouraged him to intervene and help settle the dispute. Momodu assured Sophia that he is working behind the scenes to ensure everything will be fine. He wrote: “Here in Liberia, @davido is treated as the god of music. I’ve been visiting here for over two decades, but this visit is different. I came to commiserate with my friend and Sister, former Vice President H.E. Dr Jewel Howard-Taylor, on the passing of her only child, Charles Philip Neilsen Taylor Jr. Since landing here, I have been inundated with messages from fans of David, and ladies who love @thesophiamomodu to bits… One of them is this ‘fashion designer’ @lorine.doe who said I should step in and settle the ‘quarrels.’ My dear Sister, thanks so much. Nothing to worry about. Everything is going to be alright. We are working behind the scenes. Please keep everyone in your prayers.” The development comes after reports that Davido lost his temper in court during cross-examination, prompting his lawyer to describe the scene as chaotic. Davido later announced he would drop the case in favor of joint custody, pledging to ensure his daughter knows he fought for her.

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Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle Requests $130,000 Monthly Contract With Full Staff and Benefits

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Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle is reportedly pushing for a new contract that could see his monthly earnings rise to $130,000. Currently earning around $50,000 per month from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), the Malian tactician has recently changed agents and has been linked with a potential role at Marseille. Reports from Shina Oludare of FlashScore clarify that the $130,000 figure is intended to cover Chelle, his entire technical staff, and his personal assistant, not the previously cited $100,000. Among his other demands are a private SUV with a chauffeur and security, a residence in a secure location with 24-hour electricity, a fully furnished office with a projector for match analysis, internet access, and flight tickets for his wife and two children—business class for himself and his wife, economy for the children. He is also requesting GPS tracking and all necessary coaching equipment. Chelle is seeking full authority over international friendly matches, training camps, youth development programs, and the ability to travel abroad to monitor national team players. He also wants permission to attend domestic league matches to identify talents for the senior national team, U23, U20, and U17 squads. Additional conditions reportedly include no interference in player selection and call-ups, and contractual guarantees for his staff, including timely payment of salaries by the 30th of each month, bonuses and allowances according to NFF policy, with his personal assistant included in the bonus structure. Chelle’s outlined terms state: “The NFF has to issue a working contract for my staff, salary needs to be paid on or before 30th of every month, bonus and allowance as per federation structure, request to include my PA in the bonus and allowance structure, proposed salary of $130,000.00 monthly. The amount includes all technical staffs and PA and monthly meeting with all the national team coaches.”

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Rivers Assembly Halts Impeachment Proceedings Against Governor Fubara

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The Rivers State House of Assembly has paused the impeachment process against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, following earlier intervention by President Bola Tinubu. The decision was made Thursday during a plenary session at the Assembly’s resumed sitting in Port Harcourt. Earlier this year, the House had launched impeachment proceedings against Fubara and Odu over alleged gross misconduct. During the first 2026 session, Majority Leader Major Jack read out a notice listing accusations against the governor and his deputy, including the demolition of the Assembly complex, unauthorized spending, withholding funds intended for the Assembly Service Commission, and ignoring a Supreme Court ruling on legislative financial autonomy. The allegations were issued under Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). On January 16, 2026, the Assembly requested the state Chief Judge, Justice Simeon Amadi, to set up a seven-member panel to investigate the claims. Justice Amadi, however, declined, citing a standing High Court order that prevented him from taking further action. Fubara and Odu had obtained separate injunctions from the High Court in Port Harcourt to stop the Chief Judge from constituting the panel, and the Chief Judge noted that the Speaker and the Assembly had appealed the restraining order.

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Davido Reacts After Indian Man Says Meeting Him Changed His Life

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Davido has responded after an Indian man shared how a chance meeting with the Afrobeats star reshaped his life. The man, identified as Govind Kadak, recounted encountering the singer at a hotel in India nearly a year and a half ago. In a heartfelt note, he revealed that he is now preparing to purchase a new car, describing the achievement as part of the positive changes that began after their meeting. “Hello Sir Davido, “With your blessings, I am going to buy a new car. It has been almost 1.4 years since I met you in the hotel. From the day we met, my whole life has changed, and everything has become good. “Sir, you are a very good person. I love you, sir. May God give you lots of happiness, and may you and your family receive even the happiness that belongs to my share as well.” Davido reposted the message on his Instagram story along with a photo they took together during his stay in India. Reflecting on the encounter, he wrote: “Wow met this dude in India last year and posted him on my IG snap was a very loyal butler of mine at the hotel we stayed in … you never know when God is using you”. The post quickly gained traction online, with many admirers commending the singer for the impact of his simple gesture and the encouragement he unknowingly gave.

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American Rapper Lil Poppa Passes Away At 25 In Georgia

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Lil Poppa has died at the age of 25, just days after dropping a new song. The rapper, whose real name was Janarious Mykel Wheeler, passed away in Georgia, according to confirmation from the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office. Officials said both the cause and manner of his death were still pending as of Wednesday evening, while investigations continue. He was pronounced dead at 11:23 a.m., TMZ reported. Born in 2000, the Jacksonville, Florida native built a notable catalog within a short time. He broke through with his 2021 debut studio album Blessed, I Guess, which helped cement his place in the rap scene. He later joined Collective Music Group, the label founded by Yo Gotti, and went on to release fan favorites including Love & War, Mind Over Matter and HAPPY TEARS. In August 2025, he unveiled his most recent album, Almost Normal Again, and embarked on a 20-date Almost Normal Again Tour across the United States, according to WTSP-TV. As news of his passing spread, tributes poured in across social media. Great Day Records CEO Caroline “Baroline” Diaz, who supported him early in his career, wrote, “My little brother is gone. Poppa I love you so much. I am so broken…”

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