Author: Opalim Lifted

A late penalty from new signing Lukas Nmecha earned promoted Leeds United a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Everton in their first match back in the Premier League on Monday night. Leeds dominated the first half in front of a raucous Elland Road crowd, but wasted a host of chances to break the deadlock. Everton, on the other hand, did not muster a single shot, on or off target, in the opening period. The visitors brought on close season arrival Jack Grealish as they improved after the break, but James Tarkowski’s handball gave the hosts the opportunity to snatch victory six…

The US mission in Nigeria has asked all non-immigrant visa applicants are now required to provide details of their social media accounts from the past five years. The policy mandates the disclosure of usernames or handles across all platforms used within the period. The embassy announced the update in a statement on Monday. “Visa applicants are required to list all social media usernames or handles of every platform they have used from the last 5 years on the DS-160 visa application form,” the statement reads. “Applicants certify that the information in their visa application is true and correct before they…

Sean Kingston, the American rapper, has been sentenced to three and a half years in a US federal prison over a federal wire fraud case involving over $1 million. The singer and his mother, Janice Turner, were convicted earlier this year on one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and four counts of wire fraud. They were found guilty of exploiting the rapper’s celebrity status to obtain luxury items from victims, sending fake wire transfer receipts when payments were due. According to prosecutors, the items included watches, a 232-inch LED TV, a bulletproof Cadillac Escalade, and furniture, with a…

Tacha Akide, the former Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) housemate, is set to attempt a Guinness World Record (GWR) for the most makeovers created in 24 hours. In an Instagram post, the reality star shared throwback clips of herself applying makeup on others and on herself, describing the craft as her “first love.” The attempt, which also doubles as a three-day beauty festival, is scheduled for October 10 to 12 at the John Randle Centre, Onikan, Lagos. Tacha described the festival as more than just an event, but a convergence of culture, creativity, commerce, and national pride. She said it would…

Former presidential aide Babafemi Ojudu has revealed that former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello once warned then-Vice President Yemi Osinbajo against visiting Kabba, Kogi State. In 2019, Osinbajo was involved in a helicopter crash in Kabba during a political campaign. The helicopter captain was blamed for allegedly using inappropriate landing techniques and failing to follow company procedures. The incident generated nationwide buzz at the time, with many linking it to attempted political sabotage. Recalling the crash, Ojudu said Bello had warned Osinbajo not to visit Kabba because the people of the area allegedly had “spiritual powers.” He claimed Bello told…

Ruben Amorim’s goalkeeping gamble backfired as Riccardo Calafiori’s first-half header gave Arsenal victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. In their £200m summer rebuild, United opted against bringing in a new keeper. With first choice Andre Onana not playing a game in a pre-season because of a hamstring injury he suffered at the start of last month, Amorim selected Turkey international Altay Bayindir ahead of veteran Tom Heaton for his side’s opening Premier League game. But Bayindir allowed himself to get trapped on his line as Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice curled a dangerous 13th-minute corner underneath the crossbar. Bayindir could…

Charly Boy, the ace Nigerian entertainer, has warned politicians against manipulating the outcome of the 2027 general election. In an interview with Rudolf Okonkwo on 90MinutesAfrica, the septuagenarian who is popularly known as Area Fada, said the next nationwide poll would be a defining moment for the country. He added that the slogan for the next election is “rig and die”. “The 2027 election will be a defining moment for Nigeria. Anybody that plans to rig should be ready to die. It is rig and die,” he said. “Because by that time, our eye go clear well well. E don…

Comfort Emmanson, the Ibom Air passenger who was arraigned for allegedly violently attacking a purser, has denied filing a N500 billion lawsuit against the Federal Government and the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). In a post shared on her Instagram story, Emmanson described the report, which she said has gone viral, as false and misleading. She added that she will inform the general public whenever she takes such legal action against the Federal Government. “I have not taken any such legal action yet. When I eventually do anything of such nature (which is imminent), I will personally update the public…

Eberechi Eze was denied a brilliant free-kick goal and potential fairytale ending in what could be his final appearance for Crystal Palace in the goalless Premier League draw at Chelsea. The midfielder, 27, was a doubt for selection amid ongoing talks with Tottenham, but started for the visitors at Stamford Bridge and powered home a free-kick from 20 yards in the 13th minute. However, the strike was ruled out by referee Darren England after a VAR check because Palace defender Marc Guehi – also linked with a move away to Liverpool – was within one metre of Chelsea’s wall when…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas to urgently refer allegations that lawmakers pay up to ₦3 million to present bills, motions, and petitions at the National Assembly to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) for investigation. In an open letter dated August 16, 2025, and signed by SERAP deputy director Kolawole Oluwadare, the organisation also urged the lawmakers to name anyone involved in the alleged bribery and to ensure recovery of…