Author: The Nation

  • Tunde, Wunmi Obe celebrate 25th wedding anniversary

    Tunde, Wunmi Obe celebrate 25th wedding anniversary

    Veteran entertainers Tunde and Wunmi Obe aka T.W.O are celebrating 25 years of marital bliss.

    The 56-year-old hubby, tagging his sweetheart, shared the vow he made to his wife on their wedding day.

    According to him, he swore to be her significant other till that’d love her till her grey and frail days.

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    On the 25th wedding anniversary, Tunde reaffirmed his commitment to loving his long-standing partner on showbiz forever.

    He tweeted: “When we got married on the 26th of June 1998, you looked into my eyes lovingly & said, “Emi ni ma lo e gbo”… 

    “Well, here we are.. Mo ti gbo, oh!.. Please continue to manage me like that.. I love you to the moon & back, sweetheart. #Happy25thWeddingAnniversary #TWOplus.”

  • Koulibaly leaves Chelsea for Saudi’s Al-Hilal

    Koulibaly leaves Chelsea for Saudi’s Al-Hilal

    Kalidou Koulibaly has become the latest Chelsea player to move to Saudi Arabia after the defender completed a transfer to Al-Hilal for an undisclosed fee.

    The centre-back, 32, joins Ruben Neves at the Saudi Pro League side following the Wolves midfielder’s £47m switch.

    Chelsea midfielder N’Golo Kante has also agreed to sign for Saudi champions Al-Ittihad, while team-mate Edouard Mendy is close to joining Al-Ahli.

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    Koulibaly signed for Chelsea from Napoli last July on a four-year deal.

    He arrived at Stamford Bridge with European and international experience, after helping Napoli win the Italian Cup in 2020 and Senegal claim the Africa Cup of Nations in 2022.

    But he played just 32 games for the club in all competitions, scoring two goals in 23 Premier League appearances.

    “From my first game to my last, it was an honour to wear this badge,” Koulibaly said on Twitter.

    “Last season wasn’t the one we wanted, but I want to thank the fans and everyone at the club for your support.”

    Chelsea did not disclose how much Al-Hilal have paid for Koulibaly – but reports suggest it could be as much as £20m.

    Koulibaly’s arrival in Saudi Arabia follows a recent trend from European clubs that started with Cristiano Ronaldo’s switch from Manchester United to Al-Nassr in January.

  • Judy praises Yul Edochie for feeding newborn son

    Judy praises Yul Edochie for feeding newborn son

    Judy Austin, the second wife of Yul Edochie has commended him for feeding their newborn baby and not acting like those who assume feeding babies’ would make them less manly.

    In their latest family video shared on the actor’s page, he was seen feeding his second son with his second wife who was in the background filming while directing him on how to go about it.

    As he fed their son, the couple decided to engage in a conversation on the mentality of some men about feeding their babies and also carrying them especially when they’re crying.

    Bragging about feeding his new born son, Yul said: “This is what many women do and will be making guy, there’s nothing there in feeding a baby. Na we dey here!”

    Judy intercepted saying: “You know, a lot of guys, this is a big deal for them. That if they have to feed a baby, it’d mean that they’ve lost their manliness. He’ll no longer be a man if he feeds his baby. It’s a very nonsense mindset.

    Yul, noting his view on the matter, stated, “There’s nothing there na’. For me, I can’t tell any man how to live his life. But for me, I’ll live mine the way I want to live mine. I’ll take care of my children. If you see how I live my life and it inspires you, fine. If it doesn’t inspire you, no wahala. I won’t tell anybody how to….but there’s nothing there na to be able to feed your child.

    “Haaaa!!! Some people can’t do this o! I’m telling you’, Judy replied after Yul asked, “Like it’s a big deal for them?”

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    She continued, referencing a friend whose hubby presumes feeding a placating baby would amount to belittling himself and assuming the second fiddle.

    “A friend of mine, the husband, the last thing he’ll do is to do this. He doesn’t even like to carry the child. It’s that bad. He feels like if he carries the baby, then, he’s belittling himself. It means that the woman is now in control. So, because of that, he won’t do it. As in, it’s that bad. The baby will be crying, this man will wait till the wife comes out and carries the baby; it’s that bad”, she added.

    “Taking care of your children and feeding your child doesn’t make you less of a man”, said the father of five in conclusion.

    Captioning the video Yul wrote: “Feeding my newborn baby. The Yul Edochie way.”

  • NDLEA arrests 315 drug offenders, seizes 4,776kg illicit drugs in Osun

    NDLEA arrests 315 drug offenders, seizes 4,776kg illicit drugs in Osun

    The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Osun Command, says it has arrested 315 drug related offenders and seized a total of 4,776.38kg illicit drugs in the state from June 2022 to June 2023.

    Mr Nnadi Chidi, the State Commander of NDLEA, made the disclosure in a statement to mark the 2023 International Day Against Drug Abuse in Osogbo on Monday.

    Chidi stated that 3.3 hectares of Cannabis Sativa farm were also destroyed at Owena Area in Oriade Council area of the state during the period under review.

    “A total of 315 suspects, comprising 279 males and 36 females were arrested for drug related offences while the illicit drugs seized weighed 4,776.38644kg.

    “75 of the arrested suspects were counselled and reintegrated back to their families, while 70 suspects were successfully prosecuted and convicted.

    “The seized drugs included; 4,735.033kg Cannabis Sativa, 7.909kg Diazepam, 4.896kg Tramadol, 0.40956grms Methamphetamine, 0.413grms Rophynol, 160grms Benazine, 12.713kg Skushies, 0.011grms Molly, 1.8kg Codeine and 47grms Cocaine,” he said.

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    Chidi explained that the International Day Against Drug Abuse is marked on every June 26 and that this year’s theme is “People First: Stop Stigma and Discrimination, Strengthen Prevention”.

    He said based on this year’s theme, the focus is on the need to be unbiased and not judgemental about drug users and drug dependent individuals, so as to hasten their recovery and attain the goal of a drug free society.

    “The aim of 2023 campaign is to raise awareness about the importance of treating people who use drugs with respect and empathy, offering alternatives to punishment, prioritizing prevention and leading with compassion,” Chidi said.

    The NDLEA boss charged Nigerians to eschew stigmatisation of drug users, saying discriminating against them discourages users from seeking help and making recovery difficult, which becomes a burden to the individual, family and society at large.

    He said the command has been actively engaging the public through its enlightenment and has recorded successes in its drug demand suppression advocacy, also known as (WADA – War Against Drug Abuse).

    “The command, through the WADA campaign, carries out rallies at market places, sensitisation in schools, work places, religious houses and communities, with the aimed at educating the people about drug abuse and prevailing consequences,” he said.

    He said NDLEA Headquarters in Abuja has established a drug abuse call centre to broaden access to treatment and rehabilitation.

    He said the public can reach the Agency to connect with counsellors and mental health professionals through its 24/7 helpline number 080010203040.

    (NAN) 

  • Davido excited over first performance at BET awards

    Davido excited over first performance at BET awards

    Afrobeats star Davido Adeleke aka Davido is overwhelmed with the joy of performing at the 2023 BET Awards event for the first time ever. 

    The singer delivered a captivating and energetic performance at the 23rd BET Awards on Sunday night at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California.

    During his enthralling performance, the OBO crooner treated the audience to a mixture of his popular songs “Feel” and “Unavailable,” both featured on his latest album, “Timeless.”

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    In a quick interview with Billboard’s Neena Rouhani prior to the performance, Davido discussed the explosive rise of Afrobeats in the United States, shedding light on its growing popularity and influence.

    Speaking on his first time performing at BET Awards, he said: “I feel good performing tonight. It should be big. It should be amazing; it’s the first time I’m performing at the BET Awards, and I’m excited.

    “I remember when I used to live in America as an African, in Atlanta and in Alabama for a while. I used to share African music, play music for my American friends and they love it. So, I always knew if we had the opportunity to be heard, eventually it afrobeats explosion would happen.

    “Shoutout to all the Afrobeats artists killing it as well. Everybody putting in works, coming out here doing tours, spreading the gospel of afrobeats”.

  • Actress Bimpe Akintunde ties the knot, appreciates co-wives

    Actress Bimpe Akintunde ties the knot, appreciates co-wives

    Actress Bimpe Akintunde at the weekend was joined in holy matrimony with lover, Yousuph O Ganiu.

    The couple tied the knot in a Nikai ceremony on Sunday. 

    Sharing photos from their wedding ceremony, Bimpe expressed gratitude to God for a successful Nikai.

    She also appreciated her husband and co-wives for the love and acceptance.

    Read Also: Actress Bimpe Akintunde announces engagement

    “This is The Lord’s Doing, it is truly marvelous in our eyes. Meet Mr. and Mrs. Ganiu. Special thanks to Almighty Allah for a successful HAKIDU NIKAI. All thanks to my darling husbby like I always call you.

    “Thanks to my co-wives for the love and acceptance. Thanks to all Ganiu family present today. Special thanks to My family, friends, and well-wishers all over the world. I love and appreciate all of the kind words and prayers. May Almighty Allah make this journey easy for me,” she wrote. 

  • My wife helped me overcome porn addiction – Banky W

    My wife helped me overcome porn addiction – Banky W

    Famous singer Banky W has appreciated his wife, Adesua Etomi for support during his struggle with addiction.

    In his sermon on Sunday titled “The Prison of Pornography,” Banky W shared his journey of overcoming adult movie addiction and highlighted the unwavering and never ending support he received from his wife.

    Banky, who is currently on the trend table, stressed the importance of having trustworthy individuals to confide in and seek support from. 

    Read Also: Banky W breaks silence on alleged affair, preaches against pornography

    He acknowledged that his wife is the aspect of his life for which he is most grateful to God.

    Banky W said during his addiction battle, he would spend hours on the phone conversing with his wife, Adesua to resist temptation and stay on the path of recovery.

    “If I don’t thank God for anything in my life, I thank God for this woman (pointing to his wife). It’s important to have somebody you can talk with, pick the right person and open up about your struggle. 

    “When I was still dealing with pornography, I would call this woman and talk with her for hours on the phone just so I wouldn’t break,” he said in part.

  • itel organises mobile gaming event

    itel organises mobile gaming event

    Organized by itel, a leading mobile phone brand, the highly anticipated itel P40 Game Star event aimed to promote the itel P40 as an affordable mobile gaming smartphone while providing a platform for gamers to showcase their skills.

    Hosted in Lagos, Nigeria, there was an array of gaming categories and exciting prizes, the event captivated gaming enthusiasts and players alike.

    The itel P40 Game Star event featured an exhilarating tournament that encompassed popular mobile games such as PUBG Mobile, Call of Duty Mobile, and Mobile Legends.

    In addition, participants had the opportunity to engage in stimulating board games like Connect 4, Checkers, Chess, Monopoly, Scrabble, Snakes and Ladders, and Jenga.

    The event also included a range of interactive games hosted by the Games Master, providing a diverse and immersive gaming experience for all attendees.

    Participants at the itel P40 Game Star event showcased their exceptional gaming prowess, employing advanced strategies and tactics to outperform their opponents.

    The competition witnessed intense battles, with players demonstrating their lightning-fast reflexes, impeccable teamwork, and comprehensive game knowledge.

    The event not only celebrated the skill and dedication of gamers but also underscored itel’s commitment to providing affordable mobile gaming options to a wide audience.

    itel was proud to collaborate with esteemed partners for the event, including Airtel, Google, Palmpay, and AHA Games.

    Airtel generously awarded free 4G mifis with 30GB of data to the deserving winners, ensuring seamless connectivity for their future gaming endeavours.

    Palmpay delighted participants with exciting gift items, further enhancing the overall experience.

    itel also rewarded winners in each gaming category with impressive prizes, including cash prizes, itel P40 smartphones, accessories, and branded gift items.

    To commemorate their achievements, winners were presented with a trophy, gold medals, and exclusive Game Star t-shirts.

    Oke Umurhohwo, itel’s Marketing Manager, expressed his enthusiasm for the itel P40 Game Star event, stating: “The itel P40 Game Star event showcases our commitment to revolutionizing the gaming landscape by providing affordable mobile gaming smartphones.

    “We are thrilled to provide a platform for gamers to demonstrate their talent and passion while engaging with an expansive gaming community. This event highlights itel’s dedication to empowering individuals and fostering a vibrant gaming ecosystem.”

    The itel P40 Game Star event exemplified the fusion of innovation, entertainment, and community engagement.

    By bringing together gaming enthusiasts, itel successfully showcased the extraordinary talent within the Nigerian gaming community.

    The event not only provided thrilling gameplay experiences but also rewarded participants with valuable prizes, encouraging their continued pursuit of gaming excellence.

  • Why Should You Use A Pure Sine Wave Inverter?

    Why Should You Use A Pure Sine Wave Inverter?

    The electrical supply might be inconsistent in your area. But blackouts can’t keep you from going about your day and getting things done, can they? When the electricity goes out in your area, a pure sine wave inverter will kick in to save the day. Depending on its size and design, the inverter may power everything from common domestic items like fans and lights to more complex machinery like elevators and even computers and scanners. Now, before you go out and buy a pure sine wave inverter, you need to be aware of which inverters you should buy.  

    Pure sine wave inverters are recommended for use with sensitive electronics, modern televisions, compact fluorescent light bulbs, and appliances that use an AC motor such as microwaves and refrigerators. To power appliances and devices without interference, pure sine wave inverters have the ability to provide energy that is cleaner, smoother, quieter, and more reliable. In this article, we would put the spotlight on how a pure sine wave inverter functions and why it is the right fit for your needs. So, let’s get the ball rolling.  

    Phases Of A Pure Sine Wave Inverter

    The three stages of a sine wave inverter are the oscillator, the booster or amplifier, and the transformer.

    1. DC-AC Conversion

    The DC current is converted to an AC current that oscillates in the oscillator stage. The frequency of the oscillating current may be adjusted; in the United States, this is often set at 60 Hz. That’s 60 whole waves per second. Integrated circuits transform the DC current into this kind of AC current. Unfortunately, the wave heights at this early stage are too modest to power anything meaningful. The next step is to boost the wave heights.

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    1. Signal Amplification

    The booster stage is responsible for amplifying the signal from the oscillator stage.  This produces waveforms with much greater wave heights, sufficient for practical power. However, the voltage must be adjusted before electricity can be supplied to a building

    1.  Voltage Regulation

    The DC voltage of a typical home array might reach 600V. Commercial arrays may have voltages of up to a thousand volts. The standard voltage of 120 V is used to provide AC electricity in the USA. The reliability of the grid and any connected devices relies heavily on the consistency of this voltage. As a result, regulating the inverter’s output voltage is crucial.

    Why Use a Pure Sine Wave Inverter?

    If you have appliances that are very picky about the electricity they receive, you should invest in a pure sine wave inverter. In order to avoid any damage or malfunctions brought on by irregular power waveforms, this is required in circumstances where clean power is crucial. If you have sensitive devices like portable computers, video game consoles, music players, or medical equipment, you need a pure sine wave inverter to power them. A modified sine wave inverter or a generator that does not produce a pure sine wave may cause problems or even harm to these devices because of how they were meant to operate. With a 12v pure sine wave inverter, a home’s DC battery input may be converted up to 240v AC for use. 

    A clean sine wave is necessary for the motors in many household appliances, including refrigerators, air conditioners, power tools, and pumps. By filtering out any noise or distortion from the electrical grid, a pure sine wave inverter protects your electronics from failing due to power fluctuations. A pure sine wave may be necessary for the best operation of audio and visual devices such as amplifiers, mixers, TVs, and projectors. For use in powering recreational vehicles (RVs), which often include sensitive devices, appliances, and other equipment requiring clean and consistent electricity on par with that provided by a utility grid, a hybrid solar/wind system is an ideal solution. Powering these items reliably and safely while you’re on the road usually requires an rv pure sine wave inverter. 

    To accommodate your specific solar array and power demands, we provide a variety of pure sine wave inverters. Powerful 24v pure sine wave inverter converts DC 24V to AC 230V, 240V, 220V, 110V, and 100V with a choice of output frequencies (50Hz or 60Hz) for domestic usage. The inverter is utilized in appliances like the microwave, TV, and air conditioner. 

    The Five Advantages of a Pure Sine Wave Inverter

    When designing a residential solar power system, consider these five advantages of using pure wave inverters.

    1. The Same Voltage as the Power Systems

    The wave produced by a pure sine generator is quite close to the regular waveform of household current. That’s why connecting your electronics to one of these inverters is the same as connecting them directly to a power socket. 

    1. Minimal Effect on Electronics

    Your expensive devices will be protected from harm caused by power outages thanks to the pure sine wave inverter’s steady output. After all, you wouldn’t want your gaming computer or oxygen machine to stop working in the middle of a blackout. In addition, utilizing a modified sine wave inverter with appliances that include an AC motor, including microwaves and refrigerators, might result in an excessive amount of waste heat and put those appliances at risk. However, pure sine wave inverters pose no danger to any of your electronics.

    1.  Stable Current 

    A pure wave inverter, in contrast to a modified wave inverter, provides a clean, continuous current to your electronics. How come this is so great? Because modified sine wave inverters generate electricity in a stepped pattern, which causes the voltage to spike and dip suddenly, resulting in erratic current flow, which may damage your electronics over time. Therefore, while shopping for a solar inverter for household use, it is advised to go with pure sine wave inverters.

    1. Understated Display

    Regular inverters may cause lights and fans to emit an annoying buzzing noise. With a pure wave inverter, this is not the case. The waves these inverters create are very silent. However, pure wave inverters are more hygienic, efficient, and peaceful.

    1. Works with a Wide Variety of Appliances

    These pure sine wave inverters, which provide electricity in a grid-like wave pattern, are compatible with almost any electronic equipment. They work for appliances like microwaves, refrigerators, freezers, and movie-making gear.

    Are Power Inverters Environmentally Sustainable?

    Normal or square wave inverters can produce too much electrical noise while running TV, fans, lights, and fax machines, and cause glitches in computer monitors and printouts as well. However, sine wave inverters lower noise and ensure the smooth performance of sensitive equipment. This ensures that they are environmentally friendly. The efficiency of a square inverter is much lower than that of a sine wave inverter. Since sine wave inverters have smaller conversion losses, they also reduce electricity costs.

    The Choice Is Yours!

    If you’re looking for a reliable and robust power inverter, particularly for sensitive devices, a pure sine wave inverter is an absolute must-have. Its clean and consistent power output guarantees your electronics will work at their best and last as long as possible. A pure wave inverter is a great addition to your residential solar power system since it improves efficiency, compatibility, and lifespan. They not only charge your devices quickly and effectively, but they also contain a built-in battery for when they are not in use. It’s also a fantastic pick for on-the-go activities like road trips, boating, and the like.

  • Labourer machetes four farmers to death in Enugu community

    Labourer machetes four farmers to death in Enugu community

    Tragedy has hit Nkerefi community in Nkanu East Local Government Area of Enugu State following the killing of four female farmers by one of the labourers hired to work in the farm.

    The incident, according to BBC News Igbo, happened on Tuesday, while the women and others were working in their farms.

    It was gathered that the killer labourer was among the three young men hired from Ezza in Ebonyi State to work in a rice farm by a woman in the village.

    Our correspondent learnt that while the woman and dozens of others were working in their various farms, the three young men were busy working at the portion they were hired for.

    According to a villager, David Ani, trouble started after the woman who hired the labourers gave them food around 12 noon to eat and rest before they continued their work.

    “It was after the three men had finished eating that the killer labourer excused himself to go to toilet. But, this man remained in the bush for over 30 minutes, thereby raising suspicion among his colleagues that he might have gone to take hard drugs (loosely known as mkpurummiri),”Ani narrated.

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    He added that true to their suspicion, the young man emerged from the forest and began to charge like a bull and descended on the women with his machetes.

    “He instantly killed four women and severely wounded two others.

    “Even the efforts by the two other labourers to stop him yielded little results as he was menacingly attacking the women.

    “After killing the women, he ran away from the forest.

    “When we heard about the tragedy, we made announcement through the town crier for everyone to look for the assailants. But he was nowhere to be found up till this moment,” Ani stated. 

    He noted that it must have been the hard drugs that the young man consumed while in the forest that damaged his brain to perpetrate the crime.

    The traditional ruler of the community, Igwe Luke Ogbu expressed shock over the attack.

    “I can tell you that this young man who committed this atrocity is well known here. Though, he is a stranger but everyone knows him. Nobody has ever had any altercation of any kind with him in the community before this incident.

    “So, henceforth, we will come all out against crystal meth (mkpurummiri) and begin to know the kind of people coming into this community. This tragedy will make us to have another look at things happening here and strangers coming here too,” the monarch said.

    Enugu Police spokesman Daniel Ndukwe (DSP) informed  the commander was already investigating the matter.