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Nigerian singer Tems brought her highly-anticipated ‘Born In The Wild’ tour to Toronto’s History venue on Saturday night, delivering an electrifying performance that left the crowd mesmerized. But what made the night even more special was the surprise appearance of Canadian superstar Drake, who was spotted in the VIP section, nodding to the music. Despite battling a cold, Tems took to the stage with her signature energy, announcing to the audience, “I have a cold but we’re gonna dance this cold away.” The crowd roared in approval as she launched into a medley of songs from her debut album ‘Born…

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Mr. Peter Obi, has condemned the recent killings in Mafia village, Tarmuwa Local Government Area of Yobe State, describing it as a stark reminder of the gravity of the nation’s security situation. Obi, in a post on his X handle on Saturday, expressed sadness over the horrific killing of several innocent people, urging the Nigerian government to acknowledge the reality and take bold steps to address the challenge. He stated that the relentless killings, maiming, and displacement of innocent Nigerians are a clear indication that the nation’s current security architecture is failing.…

A tragic accident occurred on Thursday in Ogun State when a car driven by a suspected Yahoo boy, Ishola Qudus, rammed into pedestrians, leaving a one-year-old baby dead and others injured. The incident happened opposite Rejoice Supermarket in Idi-Aba, where the 27-year-old driver, accompanied by three others, allegedly drinking inside the vehicle, lost control of the grey Lexus ES350 car with registration number APP429JN. Spokesperson of the Ogun Police Command, Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident, saying that despite efforts to save the victims, one-year-old Sekiniat, who was on her mother’s back, was pronounced dead upon arrival at the Federal Medical…

Nigerian singer Shallipopi has shared his thoughts on the ongoing debate over the high fees charged by local artistes, advising his colleagues to charge according to their values. In an interview with News Central TV, Shallipopi noted that an artiste’s value is directly linked to the success and reach of their music. He disputed the notion that Nigerian artists have overpriced themselves out of the local market, instead emphasizing that artistes who achieve similar streaming numbers as American artistes should charge comparable fees. “It depends on your music and where it has gotten, that is what your price is going…

The recent increase in petroleum pump prices has forced many residents of Borno State, including civil servants, to abandon their vehicles and opt for alternative modes of transportation such as trekking, horse riding, and cycling. A tour of Maiduguri, the state capital, on Thursday revealed a significant reduction in the number of vehicles on the road, with more pedestrians, horse riders, and cyclists taking over major roads. One of the pedestrians, Dadoon Pam, a graphic designer, lamented the impact of the fuel price hike on his business. “This price has affected me terribly because as a graphic designer, I need…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Working Committee (NWC) meeting, scheduled to hold on Wednesday, has been postponed indefinitely due to increasing tension between former Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, and the PDP Governors Forum. The crisis began when the PDP governors took sides with Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, insisting that he should be recognized as the leader of the PDP in Rivers State. Wike, who has been at odds with Fubara, warned the governors to stay out of Rivers State matters or he would ‘put fire’ in their states. The PDP Governors’ Forum slammed Wike, describing his threat…

The wait is finally over as the shortlist for the 2024 Ballon d’Or has been revealed ahead of the ceremony in Paris on October 28. The prestigious award, considered the pinnacle of individual achievement in football, has been won by the likes of Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Luka Modrić in the past. A total of 30 players have been shortlisted for the coveted prize, including Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid), Phil Foden (Manchester City), and Erling Haaland (Manchester City). Other notable contenders include Rodri (Manchester City), Federico Valverde (Real Madrid), and Emiliano Martinez (Aston Villa). The nominees were selected based…

Crystal Palace chairman, Steve Parish, has expressed his surprise at the lack of interest in midfielder Eberechi Eze during the summer transfer window. Despite having plenty of admirers in the Premier League, there was no concrete approach for the 26-year-old Nigerian midfielder. Parish revealed that he was worried about losing Eze, especially after Michael Olise was signed by Bayern Munich in a £50m deal. Parish told Sky Sports News that he was “astounded” by the lack of interest in Eze, praising the midfielder as an “outstanding footballer” and “outstanding person.” Palace were relieved to keep Eze, who is understood to…

The Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed a cyber security incident, prompting an investigation by the National Crime Agency (NCA) and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). Although TfL has not disclosed details of the incident, it has assured customers that there is currently no evidence of compromised data. The organization has introduced measures to address the incident and is working closely with the NCA and NCSC to assess the situation. According to Shashi Verma, TfL’s chief technology officer, “The security of our systems and customer data is very important to us… At present, there is currently no evidence that…

A devastating accident occurred outside a middle school in Tai’an city, Shandong province, eastern China, on Tuesday, resulting in the loss of 11 lives. According to state broadcaster CCTV, a school bus lost control and ploughed into a crowd of parents and students at 7:27 am, causing widespread destruction and chaos. Photos and videos shared on social media showed the aftermath of the crash, with people lying in the road in blood-soaked clothes. One eyewitness described the scene as “heartbreaking,” saying, “They’re all dead… I’d have been killed too if I’d stood there, but luckily I ran away fast.” The…