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Swedish prosecution drops r3pe investigation into Kylian Mbappé

  On Thursday, December 12, the Swedish Prosecution Authority announced the closure of the investigation into r3pe allegations against French footballer Kylian Mbappé, citing insufficient evidence. The allegations had garnered significant international attention, overshadowing the football star’s career. Mbappé, who ...

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My family didn’t reach out since I dropped their surname – Phyna

  BBNaija star, Phyna, has revealed the reasons behind her decision to drop her family name, Otabor. During an interview with TVC, Phyna shared that she felt abandoned and ignored by her family, leading to her decision. Phyna expressed her ...

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco announces engagement

  Singer-actress Selena Gomez, 32, and producer Benny Blanco, 36, are taking their love to the next level. On Wednesday, December 11, Gomez shared the exciting news of their engagement on Instagram. The post featured a romantic carousel of photos, ...

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Funke Akindele speaks out against piracy in Nollywood

  Funke Akindele has taken a strong stance against piracy in the Nigerian film industry. On her Instagram page, she passionately told her audience to join her in the fight against this destructive practice. Akindele specifically highlighted the harm caused ...

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I stand by my words – Kemi Badenoch replies Shettima

  Kemi Badenoch, leader of the UK Conservative Party, has defended her critical remarks about Nigeria following backlash from Vice President Kashim Shettima, who accused her of denigrating the country. Badenoch, who was born in the UK but grew up ...

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Drug addict arrested for fraud ONE week after leaving prison

  The adage, ‘One day for the thief, every day for the owner,’ recently came to bear on a 28-year-old man, Oluwanisola Quadri, when he was apprehended by personnel of Oluyole Security Surveillance Team in Ibadan, Oyo state, after he ...

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Shettima slams Kemi Badenoch for ‘denigrating’ Nigeria

  Vice President Kashim Shettima has criticised the newly elected UK Conservative Party leader, Kemi Badenoch, for making disparaging remarks about Nigeria. Speaking at the 10th Annual Migration Dialogue at the State House in Abuja on Monday, Shettima emphasized that migrants are a ...

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Court denies bail for Yahaya Bello

  Justice Maryann Anenih of the Federal Capital Territory High Court has declined a bail application by Yahaya Bello, former Governor of Kogi State, ruling that the application was prematurely filed. Delivering her decision, Justice Anenih stated that the application, ...

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German President arrives Nigeria today on a 3-day visit

  German President, Frank-Walter Steinmeier is set to arrive in Nigeria today, Tuesday, December 10, 2024 and stay until December 12, 2024. The German Embassy announced this in a statement. “While in Abuja, President Steinmeier will meet with the President ...

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ASUU declares strike in Bayelsa varsity

  The Academic Staff Union of Universities at Bayelsa State Government-owned Niger Delta University has declared an indefinite strike over the government’s alleged failure to honour agreements reached with the union.   The strike action was announced on Tuesday following ...

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Skitmaker, Mr Lyfe survives car crash

  Skitmaker, Mr. Lyfe, a colleague of Sabinus, has escaped unscathed from a terrifying car accident. Sharing a video of his car submerged in a drainage, Mr. Lyfe thanked God for his protection. “Who for help me take care of ...

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Fulham celebrate Iwobi’s 50th appearance

  Premier League club, Fulham have celebrated Alex Iwobi’s 50th appearance for the club. Iwobi made his 50th appearance for the Whites in Sunday’s 1-1 draw against his former club, Arsenal. The 28-year-old was in action for the entire duration of ...

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My father was the first to serve internet to Nigerians – Eldee

  Veteran singer, Eldee The Don shed light on his father’s groundbreaking contributions to Nigeria’s technology sector during an appearance on Adesope Live. Eldee revealed that his father established Nigeria’s first internet connection, setting up the country’s pioneering cyber cafe ...

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NCAA to sanction airlines over delayed ticket refunds

  The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is ready to sanction any airlines that delay ticket fees refund to passengers. Mr Michael Achimugu, NCAA Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, made this known in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja. ...

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Beyonce’s 2025 tour & Christmas NFL show in jeopardy

  Beyonce‘s 2025 tour and Christmas NFL performance are now uncertain, following a r*pe claim against her husband Jay-Z. The Single Ladies hitmaker, 43, is set to appear at the NFL Christmas Day game between the Houston Texans and Baltimore ...

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Ex Super Eagles player Brown Ideye joins Enyimba

  Brown Ideye, the Nigerian striker and 2013 Africa Cup of Nations winner, has signed with nine-time Nigerian champions Enyimba until the end of the 2024/25 season, PUNCH Online reports. Enyimba’s Sporting Director and former international, Ifeanyi Ekwueme, confirmed the ...

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Bobrisky top Nigeria’s 2024 Google search trends

  Google on Tuesday unveiled its 2024 Year in Search for Nigeria, highlighting that the top three news searches of the year were the U.S. elections, Nigeria’s new national anthem, and the national grid. The annual report reveals the most ...

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Lagos teacher bags life jail for def!ling eight-year-old pupil

  The Ikeja S3xual Offences and Domestic Violence Court presided over by Justice Ramon Oshodi, on Monday, sentenced 23-year-old John Osifo to life imprisonment for def!ling his eight-year-old student. Punch Metro learnt that the defendant was initially arraigned on January ...

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Man beats wife to de.ath in Lagos

  A Lagos-based man identified as Sunday has been taken into custody by the state Police Command for allegedly beating his wife, Habibat Bakare, to de.ath in the Ipaja area of the state. Punch Metro gathered in a telephone conversation ...

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Emmanuella and Success part ways with Mark Angel comedy

  Child comedians, Emmanuella Samuel and Success Madubuike have transitioned from under Mark Angel’s management, their longtime boss. Mark Angel revealed this change in a live session, emphasizing that he has entrusted their career management to a professional agency. He ...

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NAFDAC warns bakeries against using Saccharin and Bromate

  The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a warning to bakeries across the country, advising against the use of saccharin and bromate in bread production. The agency’s Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, shared the ...

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I’m one of the highest paid actors in Nigeria — Ibrahim Chatta

  Ibrahim Chatta, the renowned Nigerian actor and film director, recently addressed the long-standing belief that he is underrated in the movie industry. During an appearance on the ‘Talk To B’ podcast, Chatta confidently stated that he is one of ...

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Real Warri Pikin shares beautiful family photos

  Real Warri Pikin has taken to social media to share adorable family photos, expressing gratitude for the blessings in her life. The lovely photos feature her, husband, and children posing together, beaming with joy. In the accompanying caption, Anita ...

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Don Jazzy gifts Ola of Lagos N20 million after car review

  Music mogul Don Jazzy has surprised social media influencer Ola of Lagos with a whopping N20 million gift. The generous gesture was in appreciation of Ola’s review video of Don Jazzy’s newly acquired 2024 Rolls Royce, valued at almost ...

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Lil Smart makes fresh allegations against Naira Marley and Zino

  Lil Smart, a former artist under Naira Marley’s record label, has taken to Instagram to make serious allegations against Naira Marley and Zinoleesky. mart claiming that Naira Marley and Zino were involved in his d3ath and alleging them of ...

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