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Guy Fieri is giving an update on his health after a recent hospitalization left him in a wheelchair. “I’m doing better. It was definitely a trying holiday, but you know what, you get some real appreciation for having the ability to just get up and walk around and do everything you used to,” Fieri, 57, told People in an interview published on Wednesday, January 14. “I’m a big CrossFit and hiking guy, so eight weeks of no hiking has driven me kind of crazy. But I’m looking forward to it, trying to take it easy.” The Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives…

The Chairperson of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has commended Nigeria’s Super Eagles for their gallant display at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. He said that the monetary pledged by made him still stands in spite of the semifinal defeat by host Morocco. Nigeria’s Super Eagles suffered a heartbreaking loss from the 2025 AFCON after losing 4-2 on penalties to host Morocco in a tense semi-final clash at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat on Wednesday. Mr Rabiu praised the players’ courage, unity and determination, describing their performance as worthy of national pride and celebration. The disclosed this in…

Morocco Head Coach, Walid Regragui, and Goalkeeper Yassine Bounou have revealed why the Atlas Lions beat the Super Eagles of Nigeria to the final ticket at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations tournament. Regragui praised his players and fans after the Atlas Lions defeated Nigeria 4-2 on penalties to reach the AFCON 2025 final in Rabat. Regragui thanked Moroccans for their overwhelming support, describing the victory as a collective achievement built on unity and sacrifice. “We received very touching messages, and they had a big impact on us. I am very proud of my players and our fans,” Regragui said.…

The Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, has introduced an update to its passport tracking system to improve transparency and reduce delays in passport collection. The Service disclosed the development on its official X handle on Thursday, explaining that the update became necessary after hundreds of produced passports remained uncollected, resulting in growing complaints from applicants. According to the NIS, the new feature is tagged “Produced (Passport Produced, Ready For Collection)” and is designed to notify applicants when their passports are ready for pickup. The update enhances the existing tracking system by providing clearer information on passport status, including passports produced and…

A man whose identify has not been revealed has been hospitalised as a result of injuries he sustained during a fire incident in Kishi town. DAILY POST reports that Kishi is one of the towns in Oke Ogun geopolitical zone in Oyo State. The man was injured when a truck carrying rubber materials was gutted by fire. Our correspondent reports that the incident occured Wednesday night. Chairman of Oyo State Fire Service, Maroof Akinwande, confirmed the incident. Akinwande said, “Upon arrival, it was Volvo truck registration unknown, loaded with rubber materials covered by intensive flames. The firemen swiftly got into…

Nigerian comedian and actor, Bovi Ugboma has accused Super Eagles players of being distracted during their African Cup of Nations semifinal clash against Morocco on Wednesday. DAILY POST reports that Super Eagles lost 4-2 on penalties to the hosts in Rabat, effectively ending their dream of a fourth continental title. Reacting in a video broadcast, Bovi blamed Super Eagles players for the defeat, claiming that they have been distracted by social media, fans’ praises, and lacked passion due to unpaid match bonuses. He urged players not to choose to represent Nigeria if they are not going to be committed to…

Super Eagles right-back, Bright Osayi-Samuel has hailed defenders Calvin Bassey, Semi Ajayi, Bruno Onyemaechi and himself following Nigeria’s AFCON semi-final defeat to Morocco. The Birmingham City star said the Super Eagles back-four gave an ‘amazing’ performance against the AFCON host country. Osayi-Samuel, who said he was proud of Eric Chelle’s side, also admitted that penalties are all about luck. The Birmingham City star described the defeat as ‘very painful’. “It’s very painful to lose. I think we played very well. The back-four [Bassey, Ajayi, Bright and Bruno] defense was amazing. I am proud of the team,” Osayi-Samuel said at his…

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has approved the immediate release of the 2025 counterfunding for various interventions in health-related programmes across the state The State Commissioner of Health, Dr. Ekem John, disclosed this in Uyo while interacting with journalists during the Ministerial briefing held at the Ministry’s conference room on Thursday. He said the funding covers related health programmes, including health insurance, primary healthcare, immunization, family planning and nutrition. ”His excellency governor Umo Eno, yesterday not only approve he also signed that counterpart funding be released before the end of January 2026 for all our programmes. So, immunisation, family…

The Anambra State Police Command has arrested two suspected armed robbers linked to a proscribed secessionist group following a two-hour gun battle at Enugwu-Agidi Junction in Dunukofia Local Government Area of the state. In a statement released on Thursday, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, said the arrest occurred in the early hours of Wednesday after a gun duel with a five-man robbery gang. Ikenga said the arrest marked another significant operational breakthrough in the command’s sustained efforts to rid the state of criminal elements and ensure the safety of lives and property. He said police operatives attached…

Champion Breweries Plc has announced the successful redemption of its N4.21bn Series 1 Commercial Paper Notes at maturity, issued under its N15bn Commercial Paper Issuance Programme. The company said in a statement on Wednesday that the Series 1 Commercial Paper provided cost-effective short-term financing, which boosted its liquidity and enhanced cash flow management. It added that the 50 per cent oversubscription of its Series 1 and Series 2 Commercial Paper demonstrated strong investor confidence in Champion Breweries’ credit profile and its capacity to deliver sustainable value to stakeholders. According to the company, the Series 1 Commercial Paper had a tenor…