Author: Seyi Godwin

Chidimma Vannesa Adetshina, the newly crowned Miss Universe Nigeria, has shared her emotional experience in South Africa, where she was forced to withdraw from the Miss South Africa pageant due to controversy surrounding her nationality. Adetshina revealed that she was rejected by South Africans because of her name, which they felt was not “South African enough.” She described the experience as “horrible” and “heartbreaking,” especially since she had lived in South Africa for 23 years. When asked about the allegations of identity theft leveled against her mother by the South Africa Home Affairs, Adetshina declined to comment, citing that it…

Nigerians are bracing themselves for harder times as the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) has increased its pump price to N855 per litre, sparking widespread concern and frustration. The sudden price hike has led to the reappearance of fuel queues at filling stations across the country, with many motorists stranded and forced to wait in long lines for hours. The NNPCL management has confirmed that it is facing a debt challenge of $6 billion from its supply chain abroad, which has impacted supply sustainability. This admission has raised questions about the government’s claims of not subsidizing petroleum products. The…

Former Manchester United full-back Alex Telles has had his contract terminated by Al Nassr, just a year after joining the Saudi Arabia Pro League side. Telles’ departure comes as a surprise, having only played two matches into the new campaign. According to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, Telles has agreed to tear up his contract, bringing an abrupt end to his stint at Al Nassr. The Brazilian defender reportedly fell out of favour with manager Luis Castro, leading to his swift exit. Telles had joined Al Nassr last summer in a £4 million move, hoping to link up with fellow countryman…

A looming showdown is expected between the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum and Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, as the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) meets on Wednesday. The meeting is expected to address the ongoing political conflict between Wike and Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State, both PDP members, which has caused a split in the state House of Assembly. Despite mediation efforts by President Bola Tinubu and other prominent figures, the conflict persists, with factions engaging in legal disputes in Port Harcourt and Abuja courts. The PDP governors have expressed support for Fubara, urging the…

Prominent members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have dismissed threats by former Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, to “put fire in states” of PDP governors who support Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Wike’s comments were seen as an attempt to assert control over the party’s structure in Rivers State. Ibrahim Abdullahi, PDP Deputy National Publicity Secretary, described Wike’s comments as “personal opinions” that pose no threat to the party. “No single individual has the capacity to terminate the life of this party, PDP,” he said. Oladele Olabamiji, Osun State PDP Director of Media and Publicity, urged Wike to face his duties…

In a triumphant return to Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina has emerged as the winner of the Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 pageant. The 23-year-old law student was forced to withdraw from the Miss South Africa 2024 competition due to xenophobic backlash over her nationality. The grand finale of the Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 pageant was held at Eko Hotels & Suites in Lagos on Saturday night. Guy Murray-Bruce, President of Silverbird Group, announced Adetshina as the winner, beating 24 other contestants. Adetshina represented Taraba State in the keenly contested competition, showcasing her talent, beauty, and poise. Her victory is a testament to…

Aerial strikes on Russian and Ukrainian border cities have escalated, resulting in significant loss of life and property. On Friday, a Russian aerial strike on Kharkiv killed seven people, including a 14-year-old girl, and wounded 77 others. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged Western backers to increase support and provide long-range capabilities to combat the strikes. Across the border, Russia reported that Ukraine had fired cluster munitions on the city of Belgorod, killing at least five and wounding 37 civilians. Both Belgorod and Kharkiv have been repeatedly hit with aerial strikes throughout the war. In a significant military development, Ukraine’s…

Chelsea FC is reportedly nearing an agreement to sign Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho. The deal has progressed after further talks, with both permanent and loan options being considered. Sancho previously played for Borussia Dortmund on loan after a disagreement with Manchester United’s manager, Erik ten Hag. Juventus, who were initially leading the race to sign Sancho, have pulled out of the deal. This has paved the way for Chelsea to sign the England international. Sancho did not feature in Manchester United’s two Premier League games against Fulham and Brighton. Sancho has had a successful career, playing for Borussia Dortmund…

The Yobe State Government has dismissed speculation that it has approved a new minimum wage, stating that it is still working on the issue and will release a statement once completed. Mamman Mohammed, Director-General of Press and Media Affairs to the Yobe State Governor, described a social media post alleging minimum wage approval as “false and misleading”. He noted that the post lacked details and credibility, and was disowned by Daily Trust newspaper, whose logo was falsely used. Mohammed emphasized that it was “grossly irresponsible” for anyone to speak or post on behalf of the state government without authorization. He…

Global soccer sensation Cristiano Ronaldo has opened up about the intense scrutiny he faces, stating that his widespread popularity is not just due to his physical appearance, but his overall impact. In an interview with Rio Ferdinand on his YouTube channel, UR Cristiano, Ronaldo acknowledged that criticism comes with the territory, saying, “It is much more easy to criticize than to appreciate what you really have.” Ronaldo noted that his name alone can make any story go viral, adding, “If you speak about Cristiano, you’re coming in the first page because I am the most followed guy in the world.…