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BBNaija Winner Imisi Describes Kola as Her “Safe Space” During Her Time in the House

Big Brother Naija Season 10 champion, Opeyemi “Imisi” Ayanwale, has revealed that her closest bond in the house was with fellow finalist Kola Omotosho, whom she described as her “only safe space” throughout the show. In a recent chat with media personality and ex-housemate Doyin David, Imisi reflected on their friendship, describing it as genuine, comforting, and emotionally grounding amid the tension and chaos of the competition. “Kola was my only safe space,” Imisi said. “Whenever I felt overwhelmed or

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“I’ve never seen a true businessman say ‘money na water’ — Cosmas Maduka warns against reckless display of wealth

Billionaire entrepreneur and Chairman of the Coscharis Group, Dr. Cosmas Maduka, has expressed concern over the increasing trend of public flamboyance and the reckless display of wealth at social gatherings, describing it as a sign of moral decline in today’s society. Speaking in a viral video, Maduka condemned the culture of spraying money and “showing off” at parties, saying it reflects distorted values and a lack of proper upbringing. He emphasised that true wealth is accompanied by humility, not noise

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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 39-year-old has taken 211 penalties, converting 177 for an 83.8%

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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 the entertainment industry’s most enduring unions. However, insiders reveal that

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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 per organisation (3,045), followed by Kenya (3,000), Nigeria (2,749), and

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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 a close friendship, marriage isn’t currently part of their plan.

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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 surgery was ironically the least dramatic part of what I

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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 the claims as entirely untrue, stressing that she has always

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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 the union’s planned action. He directed all ASUU branches nationwide

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