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  • I was on my period during cookathon feat, says Hilda Baci

    I was on my period during cookathon feat, says Hilda Baci

    Celebrity chef, Hilda Baci has said she was seeing the monthly flow all through the days of her cooking marathon.

    The recording breaking chef’s disclosed this  in an interview with TV3.

    Hilda Baci said:

    “I was on my period the entire time and that made it extremely difficult and extra hard. What that meant was it took away from the time that I had to rest.

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    “I was trying to rack up cause I get 5 minutes everytime I completed 1 hour. So if I stand for one hour I had 5 minutes to rest. And I still had to do my medical checks. God bless my medical team. They were on ground.

    “Because I was on my period I had to take a shower every single break I had. If I had 30 minutes I had to take a shower in that time because I had to change.

    “My dad was worried because I have horrible cramps. Like really horrible cramps. So pushing through that means I can conquer things in this life.”

  • I will influence music industry for God, Spyro vows

    I will influence music industry for God, Spyro vows

    Singer Oludipe Oluwasanmi David, better known as Spyro, has promised to influence the music industry for God.

    The “Who’s your guy” crooner revealed this in a post on his Instagram stories, emphasising that he will never use any kind of ungodly/dirty lyrics in his songs.

    He noted that everyone who works with him is aware of his stance.

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    He wrote: “I am only interested in making evergreen music, and that is exactly what it is. There ain’t no “shake your bum” or any ungodly/dirty lyrics here… We pride ourselves in promoting what’s right, and everyone that works with me already got the memo.

    “There ain’t no compromise here. It might take me time, but I will influence this industry for God… and someone, please mark my words on that. I am here for a reason. I am God’s ambassador here, and gradually we will take these grounds for Him.”

  • Liverpool complete £35m MacAllister signing

    Liverpool complete £35m MacAllister signing

    Liverpool have completed a £35m deal to sign midfielder Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton on a five-year contract.

    The fee could rise to £55m for the Argentina playmaker, who helped Brighton finish sixth in the Premier League this season to qualify for Europe for the first time.

    The 24-year-old scored 20 goals in 112 appearances for the Seagulls and helped Argentina win the 2022 World Cup.

    Read Also: Brighton’s Mac Allister set for Liverpool medical

    “It’s a dream come true and I can’t wait,” said Mac Allister.

    “I wanted to be in [from] the first day of pre-season, so it’s good that everything is done. I’m looking forward to meeting my team-mates.

    “It was a fantastic year for me – World Cup, what we achieved with Brighton – but now it’s time to think about Liverpool and try to be a better player and a better human being every day.”

    BBC

  • Three men in court for allegedly stealing, receiving stolen cables valued N6.5m

    Three men in court for allegedly stealing, receiving stolen cables valued N6.5m

    Three men on Thursday appeared before an Ikeja Chief Magistrates’ Court for allegedly stealing and receiving stolen cables valued N6 5 million.

    The defendants are: Jude Jeremiah, 29, a tiler; Chika Okonkwo, 40, a trader, who reside within Onipanu area of Lagos, and Chukwudi Okoya, a trader, who lives at 19, Ibi Osi Street, Mushin, Lagos.

    The trio are being tried for conspiracy, stealing and receiving stolen goods.

    The prosecutor, ASP Raji Akeem, told the court that the offences were committed between March 27 and April 4, at Ajegunle Street, Ilupeju, Lagos.

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    Akeem alleged that the first defendant, Jeremiah, who worked as a tiler at the site of the complainant, Alhaji Ibrahim Shonoiki, stole cables worth N6.5 million, which he sold to the second and third defendants.

    The offences, according to the prosecutor, contravene Sections 287 and 328 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2015.

    The defendants, however, pleaded not guilty to the charges.

    The Chief Magistrate, Mrs Bola Osunsanmi, granted the defendants bail in the sum of N1 million each with two sureties in like sum.

    Osunsanmi adjourned the case until July 27 for mention.

    (NAN)

  • I once wished my mother dead, says Chacha Eke

    I once wished my mother dead, says Chacha Eke

    Actress Chacha Eke Faani has said that she once wished her mother was dead after being told by “men of God” she was after her life.

    In an Instagram post, she shared a story about how she used to adore her mother and consider her to be her best friend.

    However, as she grew older, her emotions took a dark turn, leading to a deep-seated hatred for her mother.

    Chacha said during episodes of mental instability, she encountered some so-called men of God who reinforced her distorted perception of her mother.

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    They convinced her the mother posed a danger to her well-being, and as a result, she found herself harboring ill wishes toward her.

    Chacha shared a lovely video of herself and her mother, expressing her gratitude for overcoming those negative thoughts and feelings during that time.

    “I loved her intensely when I was younger. She was, and still is, my best friend. However, as I got older, I began to dislike her and developed a deep hatred for her. I experienced nightmares and hallucinations that supported my misguided euphoria.

    “Unfortunately, many ‘men of God’ told me during several manic episodes that she was plotting against my life. Consequently, I found myself wishing for her death and saying despicable things about her.

    “Looking back now at my mental health challenges and journey, it’s laughable to realize that those dysfunctional thought patterns and beliefs were a disorder; a chemical reaction in the brain waves that switches your ‘most favorite’ to ‘your least favorite’.

    “Dear reader, many people have been emotionally torn apart from their loved ones due to underlying mental conditions. They create all sorts of negative stories to justify their deluded claims. Fortunately, there are pills for those strange, inexplicable feelings. Did you know?”

  • My dad is richer than all your dads, Naira Marley’s eight-year-old daughter brags

    My dad is richer than all your dads, Naira Marley’s eight-year-old daughter brags

    A viral video of one of Naira Marley’s twin daughters boasting about his fortune has created an uproar online.

    In the video, the eight-year-old revelled over the singer’s fortune, gloating that he was wealthier than the fathers of all her peers.

    She cautioned her audience not to become unduly ecstatic when their fathers make money because it would never surpass the wealth of hers.

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    With British accent, the Marlian boss’ daughter said: “My dad is richer than any of your dads. So watch out because my dad is richer than any of your dads. So don’t be too excited. 

    “I bet the first time your dad had 100 pounds, you were very excited. Don’t be too excited. My dad has more money,” she added with a childish smirk on her face.

    The young Marlian princess noted she wasn’t simply stating a fact but the truth as the video caption read: “This is the truth.”

    Reacting, one @Manarisa said: “She speaks fluently, but why on earth would anyone allow his/her kid to be this mean at such a tender age? This is seriously not funny. We need to be mindful of the things we promote in front of kids.”

    Another Instagram user wrote: “Nne, there is a kid named Imade Adeleke, and there is a kid named Zion Ayo. Each of them can buy your dad’s record label, entire discography, awards, and unreleased songs and give it to charity (the kids, not their dad). So return the phone to whoever gave it to you and go watch Tom and Jerry. With love ni o.”

  • Fans react as eight- year- old daughter brags about Naira Marley’s wealth

    Fans react as eight- year- old daughter brags about Naira Marley’s wealth

    A trending video of popular singer Naira Marley’s daughter bragging about his wealth has caused a massive stir online.

    In the trending clip, the eight-year-old boasts about her father’s wealth, stating that he’s richer than the fathers of all her peers.

    She advised others not to get too excited when their fathers make money because it cannot surpass her father’s wealth.

    “My dad is richer than any of your dads. So watch out because my dad is richer than any of your dads. So don’t be too excited. I bet the first time your dad had 100 pounds, you were very excited. Don’t be too excited. My dad has more money,” she said.

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    The video was accompanied by the caption, “This is the truth.”

    However, the video has stirred reactions from netizens who criticize the young girl’s choice of words.

    An Instagram user wrote:”Train your children well, Naira Marley. This is bad for a kid to say such words. Smh, bully kids,” 

    @Manarisa wrote:“She speaks fluently, but why on earth would anyone allow his/her kid to be this mean at such a tender age? This is seriously not funny. We need to be mindful of the things we promote in front of kids,”  

    Another user wrote:“Nne, there is a kid named Imade Adeleke, and there is a kid named Zion Ayo. Each of them can buy your dad’s record label, entire discography, awards, and unreleased songs and give it to charity (the kids, not their dad). So return the phone to whoever gave it to you and go watch Tom and Jerry. With love ni o,”.

  • Mr P prays for longevity of fans’ mothers

    Mr P prays for longevity of fans’ mothers

    Singer Peter Okoye aka Mr P has interceded for mothers of his fans. 

    Perhaps feeling the hurt of not having his mom to enjoy the labour of love in her life and that of his siblings, the entertainer prayed the mothers of his fans and lovers are satisfied with long life.

    To accompany his heartfelt supplication, the PSquare twin shared a photo of a woman with a big raffia hat, sitting by the roadside selling tomatoes.

    “May your mother live long to reap the fruits of her labour! Comment with a big AMEN,” he tweeted.

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    Josephine Okoye, late mother of the singing sensation passed on after a protracted illness almost 11 years ago.

    Although the nature of her illness wasn’t disclosed, she reportedly died five hours after an open-heart surgery at a private Indian hospital on Wednesday, July 11, 2012.

    She had been hospitalised at St. Nicholas Hospital in Lagos Island before she was flown abroad for further treatment.

    The remains of the Okoye matriarch was laid to rest on Thursday, August 2, 2012, in Anambra State.

  • Seven things to know about Lionel Messi’s transfer to Inter Miami

    Seven things to know about Lionel Messi’s transfer to Inter Miami

    Argentina legend and former Barcelona star Lionel Messi sent shocking waves round the footballing sphere when he announced that he was going to join MLS side Inter Miami.

    Here are seven things to know about his deal with the club:

    1. His contract with the club will last for two and a half years with an option year for 2026.

    2. The deal will include salary, bonuses and equity that amounts upto $150 million

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    3. MLS is not subsidising the deal, and there is no option for team ownership like there was for David Beckham when he arrived in 2007.

    4. Inter Miami is reportedly adding 2,500 to 3,000 seats to increase its stadium capacity to 22,000.

    5. Messi will join the team in July and will likely play his first game July 21 vs Cruz Azul.

    6. Messi will wear his famous No. 10 for the US based team.

    7. Messi had already verbally agreed with the club that he would have a salary of approximately €25m (£21m) a year, but Barcelona were unable to close this deal because of salary cap issues with La Liga.

  • Bobrisky slept with me every night, ex-PA alleges

    Bobrisky slept with me every night, ex-PA alleges

    Cross dresser Bobrisky’s former personal assistant, Oye Kyme, has opened up a new can of worms.

    Oye Kyme, who has consistently called out Bobrisky since they parted ways in 2021, claimed new details on the relationship with her former boss.

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    Taking to her Instagram stories, she pointed out that the daughter-mother relationship was a facade.

    She alleged that although Bobrisky referred to her as his daughter, they regularly engaged in intimate activities.