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The Kano Pillars faithful woke up to a rude shock on Tuesday morning as the club announced the abrupt suspension of head coach Abdullahi Maikaba. The news sent a ripple of confusion and concern through Nigerian football circles, leaving fans and pundits alike scrambling for answers. Maikaba’s Tenure: A Mixed Bag of Results Maikaba arrived at Kano Pillars with a decent pedigree, having achieved success with Plateau United and Enugu Rangers. However, his stint at the helm of the “Sai Masu Gida” (translated as “The Great Fighters”) has been a rollercoaster ride. While the team displayed glimpses of their attacking…

Get ready for some midweek football frenzy! The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has finally unveiled the highly anticipated fixtures and venues for the Round of 32 of the President’s Federation Cup. The announcement, which comes as a relief to fans and teams alike, paves the way for some exciting clashes between Nigeria’s finest footballers. A Tournament Steeped in History: The Allure of the Federation Cup The President’s Federation Cup, also known as the FA Cup, is a cherished tradition in Nigerian football. Dating back to 1945, the tournament offers a unique opportunity for clubs from all divisions to compete for…

Phyna, the winner of Big Brother Naija season 7, has finally addressed the lingering questions surrounding her relationships with some of her fellow housemates. In a recent interactive session on her X platform, Phyna revealed she maintains cordial relations with most of her ex-companions from the show, with the exception of one. From Hype Woman to Housemate Queen: Phyna’s Big Brother Journey Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, better known as Phyna, entered the Big Brother Naija season 7 house as a vibrant and outspoken personality. The self-proclaimed “hype woman” quickly captured the hearts of viewers with her infectious energy, sharp wit, and…

Burna Boy, Nigeria’s global Afrobeats superstar, finds himself embroiled in a legal battle that could have far-reaching implications for the music industry. He is accused of copyright infringement by a veteran musician, Benson Idonije, who claims Burna Boy’s hit song “Kilometer” bears a striking resemblance to his own song, “Feeling Good.” The Genesis of a Hit: Inspiration or Imitation? The controversy centers around the melodic similarities between the two songs. Idonije argues that the chorus of “Kilometer” is a blatant copy of the chorus in “Feeling Good,” a song he released in 2002. Burna Boy, on the other hand, maintains…

The internet is abuzz with a fiery exchange between Nollywood actress Etinosa Idemudia and Pere Egbi, a former Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) housemate turned reality TV star. Etinosa ignited the social media firestorm with a seemingly innocuous post, which Pere interpreted as a slight, leading to a public war of words. Etinosa’s Post: A Spark That Ignited a Bonfire The catalyst for the conflict was a post by Etinosa on her Instagram story. The post, which didn’t directly mention Pere by name, criticized the trend of reality TV stars being cast in Nollywood movies. Etinosa questioned the practice, suggesting that…

Femi Adebayo, a revered figure in the Nigerian film industry, has spoken out about the critical issue of film piracy, calling it an existential threat to Nollywood’s survival. Adebayo, known for his charismatic performances in Yoruba-language films, expressed his concerns in a recent interview, urging stakeholders and the government to take immediate action. Piracy has long plagued the Nigerian film industry, with pirated copies of movies readily available online and on street corners. This rampant illegal activity undermines the financial viability of filmmaking, making it difficult for producers to recoup their investments and discouraging creators from producing high-quality content. The…

Popular skit maker and singer Nasboi, known for his hilarious online skits, has found himself embroiled in a very unfunny situation. Following his comments in a recent interview where Wizkid referred to music mogul Don Jazzy as an “influencer,” Nasboi has become the target of online vitriol and even death threats. The controversy stems from an interview on the popular podcast “Bahd And Boujee.” During the interview, Wizkid, a global music superstar, made a statement that raised eyebrows. When asked about his relationship with Don Jazzy, the record label executive who launched his career, Wizkid referred to him as an…

A social media firestorm has erupted after singer Adekunle Gold blasted music producer Samklef for claims of “ingratitude” against his wife, Simi. The drama unfolded on social media, with Adekunle Gold fiercely defending Simi’s honor and sparking a debate about communication, professionalism, and the complexities of artist-producer relationships. The Spark: Samklef’s Social Media Tirade The controversy ignited when Samklef, a well-known music producer, took to social media to call out Simi and singer Ric Hassani for being the “most ungrateful” artists he had ever worked with. He offered no specific details to substantiate his claims, leaving fans and industry insiders…

The Nigerian Senate has exposed the deplorable state of the Suleja Medium Security Custodial Centre. Following a closed-door session with the Minister of Interior, the Senate revealed that the prison, which witnessed a jailbreak two weeks ago, was constructed over 100 years ago using mud bricks. A Shocking Revelation A Century-Old Mud Structure Senator Hammed Abubakar (Kwara Central), who addressed journalists after the meeting, expressed outrage at the state of the facility. “The reason for the jailbreak is no longer a mystery,” he declared. The Senate has uncovered that this supposed medium-security prison was built with mud over a century…

A pall of grief hangs heavy over Lagos State following a horrific gas explosion that ripped through Ajeromi-Ifelodun, leaving a trail of death and destruction in its wake. The Lagos State House of Assembly, reacting with outrage and urgency, has called on relevant Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to enforce safety regulations with an iron fist. This directive comes amidst concerns over lax enforcement and the proliferation of poorly managed gas outlets across the state. A Deadly Inferno According to reports from Hon. Sabur Oluwa, representing Ajeromi Ifelodun Constituency 2, at least 15 residents perished in the inferno, while over…