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Nigeria–Morocco: Ghanaian Critic Questions Referee Laryea’s Performance

A Ghanaian social media commentator, Bongo Ideas, has stirred fresh controversy after criticising the officiating in Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 semi-final clash against host nation Morocco. The match, which ended Nigeria’s campaign, saw centre referee Daniel Laryea come under intense scrutiny from fans and analysts. In a Facebook post that quickly gained traction, Bongo Ideas suggested the referee’s performance appeared compromised, claiming it looked as though he had been influenced even before kickoff. According to him, Laryea awarded what he described

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AFCON 2025: BUA Founder Stands by Super Eagles, Confirms $500,000 Pledge Despite Morocco Defeat

Founder of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has reaffirmed his support for the Super Eagles, confirming that he will fulfill his promised $500,000 reward despite Nigeria’s semi-final loss to Morocco at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Rabiu had earlier announced the incentive following Nigeria’s quarter-final victory over Algeria, stating that the bonus would be paid if the team won their next match. Although the Eagles narrowly missed out on a place in the final, the business mogul said their

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Lady Sparks Online Debate Over Why Modern Marriages Struggle

A woman has ignited widespread discussion on social media after questioning why many marriages in today’s generation seem short-lived compared to those of the past. In a post shared on X, she compared modern relationships with those of earlier generations, pointing out that many of our parents had no formal “talking stage,” yet their marriages endured. She asked pointedly, “Our parents had no talking stage and their marriages lasted. So what exactly are we doing wrong now?” Her comment quickly

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NFF Plays Down Referee Concerns Ahead of Nigeria–Morocco Semi-Final

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has moved to calm growing concerns over match officiating ahead of the Super Eagles’ AFCON 2025 semi-final clash with host nation Morocco. The concerns followed the Confederation of African Football’s appointment of Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea as the centre official, with South African Abongile Tom assigned to oversee VAR duties for Wednesday’s encounter in Rabat. The decision triggered unease among some Nigerian supporters, largely due to longstanding football rivalries with both countries. Reacting to the

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Qdot Opens Up on Traumatic Robbery Experience in New Song ‘28 of Sept’

Singer Qdot has shared details of a deeply traumatic experience through his latest music release, 28 of Sept, inspired by an armed robbery incident at his home in September 2025. The artiste revealed that he was robbed at gunpoint during the incident, which left him emotionally shaken. Channeling the painful experience into music, Qdot released 28 of Sept in January 2026 as a raw and emotional reflection on what he described as the most frightening moment of his life. In

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Video of Portable Being Taken to Prison Goes Viral Online

A video showing controversial Nigerian singer Habeed Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, being conveyed in a security vehicle on his way to prison has sparked widespread reactions on social media. The footage emerged shortly after the singer was arraigned on Monday at the Federal High Court in Ota, Ogun State. Portable is facing a nine-count criminal charge filed by the police following his recent arrest. According to the Ogun State Police Command spokesperson, Oluseyi Babaseyi, the charges against the singer

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Adekunle Gold and Simi Mark 7 Years of Marriage with Emotional Tributes

Nigerian music sweethearts Adekunle Gold and Simi are celebrating seven years of marriage, and the couple marked the milestone with heartfelt messages that melted hearts online. Taking to social media, Adekunle Gold described Simi as his best friend and the easiest decision he has ever made. He reflected on how their journey together has been filled with laughter, growth, prayer, and a daily choice to stand by each other. According to the singer, every year of their marriage has felt

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Rema Gets Emotional as He Returns to His Roots, Thanks Community for Shaping His Journey

Nigerian superstar Rema recently took a trip down memory lane, visiting the neighbourhood where his story began and openly acknowledging the people who supported him before fame found him. During the visit, the singer shared heartfelt words with residents, explaining that his success was not the result of one big opportunity, but the product of many small kindnesses from those around him while he was growing up. He recalled how neighbours would offer him food, sweets, and even help him

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How Funke Akindele Earned Over ₦6bn at the Nigerian Box Office in Five Years

Funke Akindele has further cemented her reputation as one of Nollywood’s most bankable stars, posting an extraordinary run at the Nigerian box office over the last five years. Industry box office records show that the actress, filmmaker, and producer has generated more than ₦6 billion within this period, driven by a streak of blockbuster films that consistently drew massive local audiences. Her remarkable run took off in 2020 with Omo Ghetto: The Saga, which recorded over ₦636 million in ticket

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