Author: Vincent Osuwo

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The Chief Executive Officer of Wale Adenuga Productions, Wale Adenuga, has responded to claims by actor Abiodun Ayoyinka, popularly known as Papa Ajasco, that he is broke. Ayoyinka drew outrage online after claiming financial struggle despite his long-running role in the famous TV series Papa Ajasco and Company. In a statement made on Wednesday, Adenuga denied allegations of mistreatment and called the narrative “false and misleading,” while also detailing his connection with the actor and the structure of their professional partnership. “My first impression when I watched the Papa Ajasco video now trending on the internet and local TV channels…

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Nigeria has hinted at sanctions against South African firms in Nigeria, including telecommunications giants MTN over xenophobic attacks.

President Bola Tinubu has urged all political officials in his administration who want to run for electoral office in the 2027 general election to resign on or before March 31, 2026. Ministers, ministers of state, special advisers to the president, senior special assistants, special assistants, personal assistants, directors-general, and chief executive officers of federal government parastatals, agencies, commissions, and government-owned businesses, as well as other presidential appointees, are among those affected. The directive, stated in a circular sent by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, is consistent with Section 88(1) of the Electoral Act of…

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Betting companies pay ‘Morocco-to-win’ bets after CAF ruling on AFCON title

Morocco has acknowledged the Confederation of African Football’s Appeal Board ruling following the disputed African Cup of Nations 2025 final. In a statement on its official website, the Fédération Royale Marocaine said its appeal was aimed at ensuring proper application of competition rules, not disputing the sporting merit of any team. “The Federation reiterates that its approach has always been grounded in respect for the rules and stability of African competitions,” it stated. The Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football also applauded all participating nations, describing the tournament as significant for African football development. It stated that a detailed position would…

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Peller defends Benin kingdom visit after palace backlash

The Benin Traditional Council has announced that a queen may be removed from the palace for allowing social media personality Habeeb Hamzat Adelaja, also known as Peller, to acquire “unauthorized access” to the Oba of Benin’s palace. The announcement was made in a statement signed by the council’s secretary, Frank Irabor, and distributed to the press on Tuesday. Peller, who is now on a statewide tour, paid a visit to the palace on March 6 and was met by various royal officials. The Council described the visit as a significant breach of protocol and a disrespect of the palace’s holy…

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Police deny release of kidnap victims after Igboho’s ultimatum

Yoruba nation agitator Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has refuted claims by human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore over what he described as transactional politics and activism. Sowore’s comment followed a viral video in which the activist criticized what he described as “transactional politics” among some regional agitators and influencers, accusing them of aligning with political actors for personal or material benefit. In the video, Sowore made reference to Igboho, suggesting that his recent political positions, including support for President Bola Tinubu’s potential re-election bid, reflected what he termed “amala politics”—a colloquial expression often used to…

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Senegal submits appeal to CAS against CAF’s AFCON decision

Senegal has rejected the decision of the Confederation of African Football Appeal Board awarding the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title to Morocco and confirmed it will challenge the ruling at the Court of Arbitration for Sport. Morocco was on Tuesday crowned champion of the 2025 AFCON after the Confederation of African Football Appeal Board overturned the result of the final against Senegal, ruling that the West African side forfeited the match following a walk-off during the game in Rabat on January 19. CAF stated that “the Senegal national team is declared to have forfeited the final match of…

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Vinicius Junior scored a spectacular winner for Real Madrid against Benfica in their Champions League play-off first leg, which was stopped for 10 minutes for alleged racist abuse.

Captain Bernardo Silva’s first-half red card proved crucial, as Vinicius Junior’s double assisted perennial winners Real Madrid in heaping more Champions League agony on Manchester City, putting Pep Guardiola’s side out of the competition for the third straight season. City faced a massive job in overcoming a 3-0 first-leg deficit at the last 16 stage, and while they began on the front foot with plenty of attacking energy, Silva’s first dismissal for City ended any hopes of a miraculous recovery. The Portuguese was standing on the goal line when he leant into Vinicius’ shot with his arm, and after a…

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Betting companies pay ‘Morocco-to-win’ bets after CAF ruling on AFCON title

Morocco has been declared the winner of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) overturned the outcome of their final loss to Senegal. A statement from CAF stated that Senegal are “declared to have forfeited the final match” with the “result of the match being recorded as 3-0 in favour” of Morocco. Senegal stormed off the field in protest at a penalty awarded against them before returning to beat hosts Morocco 1-0 after extra time and win the Africa Cup of Nations amid farcical scenes in Sunday’s final. Midfielder Pape Gueye netted the 94th-minute…

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Paris Saint-Germain defeated Liverpool, with Ousmane Dembele scoring twice, to advance to the Champions League semi-finals, where Luis Enrique's team will face Bayern Munich or Real Madrid.

Chelsea suffered a humiliating defeat in a two-legged European contest, losing 8-2 on aggregate and 3-0 at Stamford Bridge to European champions Paris Saint-Germain. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia started the score after six minutes, then Bradley Barcola doubled PSG’s advantage with their second attempt of the game in the 14th minute. It virtually finished the tie as a game, and replacement Senny Mayulu inflicted further misery on Chelsea in this last-16 clash. Home fans chanted for former owner Roman Abramovich, despite the Premier League announcing a record £10.75 million fine for more than £47 million in unreported payments to agents, as well…

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PSG falter as Suarez leads Sporting to victory

Bodo/Glimt’s historic Champions League run was ended by a Sporting side that rallied from a three-goal first-leg deficit to win in extra time and advance to the quarterfinals. Norwegians Bodo/Glimt were one of the storylines of this season’s competition, becoming the first team from their country to reach the knockout round on their debut, defeating last year’s finalists Inter Milan in the playoffs. They extended their winning streak by defeating Sporting 3-0 in the first leg of this tie, but they knew they’d face a tougher challenge in Portugal. So it proved, as the Bodo goal was hammered with shots…

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