ICPC frees music star D’banj after 72 hours’ detention

Popular singer and songwriter Oladapo Oyebanjo, popularly known as D’banj, has been released by the Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), after about 72 hours in detention over alleged fraud. As confirmed by his lawyer, Pelumi Olajengbesi, the music star was released Friday afternoon. He reportedly said that the singer cooperated with […]

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Celine Dion cancels show over rare ailment

Celine Dion cancelled and postponed a series of European shows on Thursday over problems related to a “very rare neurological disorder” that is affecting her singing. In a five-minute video posted on Instagram in French and English, a clearly emotional Dion said she had been suffering from health problems “for a long time”. “Recently I […]

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Davido to perform at 2022 World Cup closing ceremony

Afrobeats superstar, Davido has been confirmed to perform at the closing ceremony of the ongoing 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Chinese businessman, Stephen Hung, shared the news via his Instagram story on Thursday. Hung, who couldn’t conceal his excitement, said: “So happy my bro #davido confirmed he will be performing at the World Cup […]

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Celine Dion battles rare ailment, cancels shows

Canadian music star Céline Dion, has disclosed her battle with Stiff Person Syndrome, a neurological disorder that causes one’s muscles to tense uncontrollably. It is said that there is no cure for the condition but work can be done to slow the progression. In an emotional video on Thursday, the singer shared the news of […]

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Nigeria cheers Amusan after losing best athlete award

The President, Athletics Federation of Nigeria, Tonobok Okowa, African games gold medallist Deji Aliu and Olympic gold medalist Chioma Ajunwa, have urged world 100m hurdles champion and record holder Tobi Amusan not to allow losing the Women’s World Athlete of The Year 2022 Award distract her. The World Athletics on Monday named American hurdler, Sydney […]

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D’banj: I don’t engage in illegal dealings

A popular singer, Oladapo Oyebanjo also known as D’banj, has denied the allegations leveled against him by the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission of fraudulently diverting funds meant for the beneficiaries of the Federal Government’s economic empowerment programme, N-Power. D’banj was reportedly detained by the ICPC on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, after being questioned by officials […]

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Pele will come home: Daughters reassure fans of ill football icon

A picture taken on December 3, 2022, in Doha, during the Qatar 2022 World Cup football tournament, shows the Torch tower of Doha also known as the Aspire Tower, lit by a screen depicting Brazilian star Pele and reading a message in support to the former Brazilian football player who is being treated for a […]

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Footballers send Pele best wishes amid health concerns

England captain Harry Kane has sent his best wishes to Pele as concerns remain over the Brazil legend’s health. According to Brazilian daily newspaper Folha de S.Paulo, the 82-year-old was moved to palliative treatment after chemotherapy stopped having the expected results as he battles colon cancer. Asked about the news report, Kane said, “First and […]

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Former Eagles captain, ex-international Henry Nwosu to seek medical attention abroad

Bedridden ex-Eagles Captain, Mr. Henry Nwosu yesterday, confirmed that he is being taken abroad for further medical attention, even though his health status is gradually improving following treatment at the Specialist Hospital, Asaba, Delta State. Speaking to Journalists at the hospital premises, Nwosu, said that his condition has greatly improved given what he had experienced […]

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