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Algerian forward, Mohamed Amoura has apologized for mocking a Congolese supporter who imitated Patrice Lumumba, the late Congolese revolutionary leader, during both teams’ AFCON Round of 16 match. Algeria defeated DR Congo to set up a clash with Nigeria in the quarter-final, thanks to Adel Boulbina’s only goal of the encounter. But celebrations after the final whistle were overshadowed when Amoura was seen mocking a Congolese supporter. His action sparked widespread criticism and backlash against the Wolfsburg player. In response, Amoura took to his Instagram account on Wednesday to express regret over the incident as he apologized. “The Congo match…
Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Bolaji Ogunmola, has called out an airline after being stranded at the airport in Ekiti State for over 24 hours due to multiple flight cancellations and rescheduling. In an emotional video shared via her Instagram page on Thursday morning, the visibly distraught actress revealed that she had been stuck at the airport since Wednesday, missing the first day of production for her film project, which reportedly cost over N20 million. “I’m still at the airport, by the way, and I’ve cried my eyes out this morning. I’m in Ekiti. I’m still here because I’m on set…
Two Nigerians, identified as Miracele Onyeka and Moses Chinoso, are facing deportation from India following their arrest by the Delhi Police. PUNCH Metro learnt that the duo was apprehended during a routine patrol on New Year’s Eve. They were reportedly residing in India illegally after overstaying their visas and failing to possess valid travel documents. According to a report published on Sunday by The Hindu, the arrests followed a tip-off received during New Year celebrations. The report stated, “The Delhi Police on Sunday (January 4, 2026) said the South-West District team apprehended two African nationals who were found illegally staying…
Two-time Governor of Edo State and current senator representing Edo North, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, has declared his readiness for the 2026 edition of the Okpekpe International 10km Road Race, scheduled for May. In a video that has now gone viral, Oshiomhole appeared in his white Okpekpe t-shirt while walking in preparation for the race. He proudly displayed the distance covered and calories burned on his phone, 8.92km in 85 minutes, expending 492 calories, as proof of his training routine. “Getting ready for the Okpekpe race in May 2026. It’s good to start practising, events don’t just happen overnight. To cover…
Bitcoin filled one of two new futures gaps with a trip below $90,000 as analysis predicted a potential bottom level for the next BTC price cycle.Bitcoin (BTC) dipped below $90,000 Thursday as market participants see a classic short-term target coming next.Key points:Bitcoin dices with the 21-day moving average trendline as it fills open gaps in CME futures markets.One gap remaining could see the price return to $88,000 next.If the market reverses higher without filling it, that $88,000 gap could mark the bottom of the next BTC price cycle, says analysis.Bitcoin price gives up $90,000Data from TradingView showed new local lows…
Rose McGowan claims that Charmed producers monitored her weight while she starred on the show. “They would, like, circle around me to check my weight when I came back” at the start of each season, McGowan, 52, said on the Tuesday, January 6 episode of Paul C. Brunson’s “We Need to Talk” podcast. She added that she thinks they were “inspecting their product.” McGowan recalled that such behavior, back then, was treated as “completely fine.” Related: ‘Charmed’ Behind-the-Scenes Drama Over the Years: A Timeline The power of three will set us free … from everything but drama. Charmed, which premiered…
The Rivers House of Assembly has begun another impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The impeachment proceeding which began on Thursday was based on alleged misconduct against the governor, and his deputy Ngọzi Odu, according to a report by Channels Television. Channels Television is reporting that the Majority Leader, Major Jack, read out the notice of gross misconduct against the governor before the House. This is the third attempt by the Rivers assembly to impeach Mr Fubara since he became the governor of the state in 2023. Rivers State House of Assembly There has been political tension in Rivers following…
Veteran actress Eucharia Anunobi has responded to a viral audio clip that suggests she had an amorous relationship with the man who ordained her, Apostle Psalm Okpe, Founder of Fresh Oil Ministry International Church, based in the United States of America. Recently, a recorded phone conversation between Apostle Okpe and a Pastor Martin surfaced on the internet. In the conversation, both men of God spared no words in describing their sexual escapades with women. The viral audio details explicit conversations between both men. Using lewd language, the parties in the conversations implicated several religious figures in alleged sexual misconduct. Allegations…
The Jigawa State Government has suspended contractors involved in the state school feeding programme. This follows allegations of fraud and poor service delivery. The state Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs and Special Duties, Hon. Auwal D. Sankara, disclosed this during inspection to some schools in Dutse local government on Wednesday. He said, the inspection was part of government efforts to ensure accountability and protect students’ welfare. According to him, “the monitoring team discovered irregularities, including inflated student population figures, supply of substandard food items, and incomplete food deliveries to boarding schools. “At the Girls Model Boarding School, Kudai, inspectors found a…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) National Chairman, Senator David Mark has said that the party is resting on a solid, credible, and verifiable membership base, supported by effective mobilization structures across the federation. According to him, “ADC was founded on the principles of justice, equity, accountability, and people-centered governance.” Speaking at the inauguration of the Membership, Revalidation, Mobilisation, and Registration (MRMR) Committee in Abuja on Wednesday, Mark noted that no political party can aspire for national relevance without a strong, active, and properly documented membership. He believed that membership is the life-wire of any democratic organisation, saying that it determines…
