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20Apr

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Pryme: Empowering Lives Through Music

Pryme, known in the music industry as Promise Nwabueze, shares that his ultimate aspiration revolves around impacting lives through his musical creations. In an interview with Saturday Beats, Pryme expressed, “My greatest ambition is to reach individuals worldwide with my music, fostering positive transformations in their lives. I aspire to leave an indelible mark on the fabric of this planet.” Affiliated with Fly Boy Inc and G-Worldwide, Pryme acknowledged the invaluable experiences gained from collaborating with industry giants such as Kizz Daniel, Davido, and Peruzzi. He articulated, “My time spent working with these exceptional artists taught me the art of incorporating diverse elements to enhance my musical works. I have also learned to excel under pressure...

Ugoccie Shares Insights on Love and Challenges in the Entertainment Industry

20Apr

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Ugoccie Shares Insights on Love and Challenges in the Entertainment Industry

In a recent interview, Ugoccie, the singer, expressed that despite the assumption that entertainers lead a luxurious life, many of them struggle to find love. According to her interview with Saturday Beats, Ugoccie mentioned, "Finding love is a daunting task for entertainers because there are preconceived notions about our lifestyle. People tend to perceive us in a certain way which may not be accurate." Discussing her new Extended Play album 'Voice of The East', she emphasized that the album is not solely for her fans in the South-East region. She explained, "The inspiration behind the EP stems from various personal encounters I've had, with a desire to convey them through my unique storytelling approach. Each song in the album is titled in Igbo to represent m...

About Sirbalo and his Fondness for YouTube

20Apr

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About Sirbalo and his Fondness for YouTube

Renowned content creator, Timothy Obotuke, popularly known as Sirbalo, boasts a massive following of over 20 million fans on various social media platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Among these platforms, YouTube stands out as his personal favorite. Explaining his preference, he shared with Saturday Beats, “YouTube holds a special place in my heart among social media platforms due to its hassle-free monetization process. I find joy in crafting longer content specifically for this platform.” Despite reportedly splurging on a N270m G-Wagon recently, Sirbalo remains tight-lipped about his earnings from content creation, citing security concerns. He mentioned, “I prefer not to divulge my exact earnings from all platforms for security reasons....

Alabi confirmed as ALGON leader by Court with fines imposed on plaintiffs

20Apr

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Alabi confirmed as ALGON leader by Court with fines imposed on plaintiffs

A case challenging Akolade Alabi's eligibility as the National President of the Association of Local Government of Nigeria has been dismissed by the Federal High Court in Abuja. The suit, marked as FHC/ABJ/CS/1609/2023, was brought by the Incorporated Trustees of the Association of Local Government of Nigeria, Abubakar Abdullahi, and Shaban Shuabu. They argued that Alabi, the former ALGON president, who is also the chairman of Bariga Local Council Development Area, was ineligible to hold the position because Bariga LCDA is not among the country's recognized 774 Local Government Areas. In his ruling on Friday, Justice Inyang Ekwo stated that such matters fall under the jurisdiction of ALGON's internal processes and constitution. Justice Ekwo emphasized that associations ...

Tunde Onakoya Sets New Record by Reaching 57-Hour Mark

20Apr

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Tunde Onakoya Sets New Record by Reaching 57-Hour Mark

Renowned chess master, Tunde Onakoya, has achieved a remarkable feat by surpassing the previous Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon. He has reached the 57-hour mark, exceeding the previous record of 56 hours and 9 minutes. In a challenging endeavor to raise funds and awareness for providing educational opportunities to underprivileged children across Africa, Onakoya is now aiming to reach the 58-hour target. The previous Guinness World Record of 56 hours and 9 minutes was held by Norwegian players Hallvard Haug Flatebø and Sjur Ferkingstad in 2018. X from The Gift of Chess announced at 12:34 am on Saturday, "56 Hours Straight. The Record Is SET TO BREAK." Stay tuned for more details...

From an Accident to Amputee: A Graduate’s Story of Transformation in Ondo

20Apr

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From an Accident to Amputee: A Graduate’s Story of Transformation in Ondo

Meet Akanni Oluwatoyin, a resilient 25-year-old lady who shares her journey of resilience and determination in the face of physical challenges. She opens up to TEMITOPE ADETUNJI about how her disability shaped her life and career path. Tell us about your background and where you hail from. Originally from Ede in Osun State, my name is Akanni Oluwatoyin, and I currently reside in Ibadan. Growing up as an amputee presented its share of trials and tribulations. I encountered various painful experiences and hurdles that often made me feel like an outsider among my peers. However, these challenges instilled in me a sense of resilience, empathy, and a deeper appreciation for individuality. My journey as an amputee has been instrumental in shaping my identity, and despi...

Areas in Lagos plagued by criminal activities in daylight hours

20Apr

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Areas in Lagos plagued by criminal activities in daylight hours

Victor Ayeni explores the prevalent violent assaults on Lagos residents by criminals who rob, extort, and harass innocent people across different parts of the state. On the evening of August 17, 2016, Peter Eze experienced a terrifying incident on the bustling streets of Oshodi in Lagos State when he was attacked by hoodlums, leading to the robbery of his belongings. Eze, a 19-year-old graduate from the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State, was on his way to visit his uncle in Ladipo after leaving his parent's home in Mushin. He was listening to music on his Infinix phone when the attack occurred shortly after he alighted from a bus at Oshodi. The thugs ambushed him, assaulted him, and stole his phone and wallet. Reflecting on the incident, Eze shared with...

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From ‘Neverkusen’ to Champions: The Man Behind Leverkusen’s Transformation

20Apr

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From ‘Neverkusen’ to Champions: The Man Behind Leverkusen’s Transformation

Following Leverkusen’s historic Bundesliga victory, the atmosphere in Germany was electrifying with beer flowing and Nigerian hip-hop stealing the spotlight. One individual who played a pivotal role in the transformation of the German club from perennial contenders to champions is Victor Boniface, hailing from Akure. Below is Peter Akinbo's insightful dive into his journey. In the rich tapestry of German football history, Bayer Leverkusen has often been mockingly dubbed 'Neverkusen' for their consistent near-misses in major competitions. One such tale from a Nigerian perspective involves Karibe Ojigwe, who made the switch from Kaiserslautern to Die Werkself in 2000. Prior to Ojigwe's arrival, Leverkusen had only secured one significant title - the DFB-P...

Civil Society Calls for Non-Selective Prosecution of Naira Abusers by EFCC

20Apr

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Civil Society Calls for Non-Selective Prosecution of Naira Abusers by EFCC

Several civil society organizations have urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to apprehend all individuals involved in naira abuse without favoring selective arrests or prosecutions. This plea comes in response to the recent prosecution of some naira abusers within the country. The circulation of viral videos depicting prominent Nigerians participating in naira mutilation has further fueled calls for their legal action. Addressing NewsNow, Enefaa Georgewill, Chairman of the Rivers State Coalition of Civil Society Organizations, emphasized the importance of the anti-corruption agency approaching the issue with empathy and fairness. Georgewill expressed concerns, stating, “The EFCC should ...

Speaker’s aide: No grounds for impeaching Ododo

20Apr

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Speaker’s aide: No grounds for impeaching Ododo

An appeal has been made by human rights lawyer Deji Ajare to the Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Umar Yusuf, to begin the impeachment process against Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo. Ajare's recommendation, outlined in a letter sent to the Speaker through the House clerk on Friday, accuses Ododo of misconduct and abuse of power. The use of the Governor's convoy to transport former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello away from the EFCC operatives seeking to arrest him on charges of N80.2bn money laundering is cited by Ajare as aiding a fugitive, obstructing justice, and misusing state resources. Subsequent to Bello's escape, the EFCC declared the former governor wanted, with the Nigeria Immigration Service placing him on their watchlist. The Inspector Ge...