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Cristiano Ronaldo sets unwanted record with 34 penalty misses

Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has added an unusual record to his glittering career — becoming the player with the most penalty misses in football history. The Al Nassr forward missed from the spot against Ireland on Saturday, as Brentford goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher saved his attempt. The miss marked Ronaldo’s 34th failed penalty, according to data published by Planet Football on Monday. Despite the record, Ronaldo’s overall numbers remain remarkable. The

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Akon’s 29-Year Marriage Ends as Wife Files for Divorce, Demands €100 Million

American-Senegalese singer Akon has reportedly been drawn into a major legal battle after his wife, Tomeka Thiam, filed for divorce, bringing an end to their 29-year marriage. According to reports, Tomeka is demanding €100 million in compensation, citing irreconcilable differences, emotional neglect, and a lack of transparency regarding Akon’s finances. The couple, who had been together since the early years of Akon’s music career, were once admired as one of

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Africa Records Highest Weekly Cyberattacks Amid GenAI Surge

Africa has emerged as the most targeted region for cyberattacks globally, with organisations on the continent experiencing an average of 2,902 attacks per week in September, according to the latest Global Threat Intelligence Report by Check Point Research. The report revealed that the telecommunications, government, and consumer goods and services sectors were the most attacked industries across the continent. Among African nations, Angola recorded the highest number of weekly attacks

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Seyi Shay Explains Why She’s Not Married to Her Baby’s Father Despite Their Close Bond

Nigerian singer Seyi Shay has opened up about her relationship with the father of her daughter, explaining why they have chosen not to get married despite maintaining a strong and loving bond. In an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, the award-winning artiste described her decision as both personal and practical, calling the situation “technical.” According to Seyi Shay, while she and her child’s father share deep mutual respect and

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Adesua Etomi Recounts Near-Death Experience During Emergency Surgery in the UK

Nollywood star Adesua Etomi-Wellington has shared details of a terrifying near-death experience she faced earlier this year while in the United Kingdom with her husband, Banky W, and their two sons. Taking to Instagram, the actress revealed that she underwent an emergency surgery in June following what she described as a “horrific incident” that almost claimed her life. “I could have lost my life in June of this year. The

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Tiwa Savage Breaks Silence on Feud with Seyi Shay, Denies Blocking Fellow Artistes

Afrobeats superstar Tiwa Savage has finally opened up about her long-running feud with fellow singer Seyi Shay, offering fresh insight into what led to their infamous 2021 salon confrontation. In a candid conversation on Off Air with Gbemi O and Toolz, Tiwa explained that the rift stemmed from a diss track and false rumours alleging that she was sabotaging other female artistes in the industry. The “Somebody’s Son” hitmaker dismissed

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ASUU Begins Two-Week Warning Strike After Rejecting FG’s Proposal

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has commenced a two-week warning strike starting today, Monday, after its 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government expired on Sunday. ASUU National President, Prof. Chris Piwuna, announced the industrial action during a press briefing at the University of Abuja, citing the government’s failure to meet the union’s demands despite ongoing negotiations. According to Piwuna, there was “nothing sufficient on the ground” to halt

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Davido and Chioma Melt Hearts with Romantic Dance on Private Jet

Afrobeats superstar Davido and his wife, Chioma, have once again stolen the spotlight after a video of them participating in the viral Chris Brown dance challenge surfaced online. The couple, who were on a private jet en route to Atlanta, delighted fans with their playful chemistry as they danced effortlessly to the hit track, showcasing their love and fun-filled connection. The video, which quickly went viral on social media, has

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Teni Reveals Why She Doesn’t Give People Money on Fridays

Nigerian singer Teni has sparked conversation online after revealing the hilarious reason she avoids giving people money on Fridays. In a viral video, the “Billionaire” crooner explained in Pidgin English that she never hands out money on Fridays because, according to her, people tend to spend it on pepper soup instead of using it wisely. “Me I no dey give anybody money on Friday. No no no, if you give

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