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Caitlin Clark’s WNBA debut is most-watched game in two decades

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Caitlin Clark drew 2.1 million broadcast viewers for her WNBA debut with the Indiana Fever against the Connecticut Sun on Tuesday, ESPN said, the biggest audience in more than 20 years.

While the Sun won 92-71, the Clark era in the WNBA began with a sellout crowd at Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut. The game was watched by an average of 2.1 million viewers across ESPN2, ESPN+ and Disney+, the network said on Wednesday.

This was the largest WNBA audience since the 2001 game between the Los Angeles Sparks and Houston Comets. That drew 2.44 million viewers, according to Sports Media Watch.

ESPN, which has had broadcast rights for the league since 2003, said Tuesday’s game was the network’s most watched WNBA game.

Before turning professional, Clark was a fan favourite at the University of Iowa and helped draw an unprecedented 18.7 million viewers for the NCAA Women’s Championship game between Iowa and South Carolina last month. It was the first time in history the NCAA women’s final drew more viewers than the men’s edition, with

Clark was the WNBA first draft pick when she was signed for the Indiana Fever, although her debut did not get off to an ideal start. In front of a sold-out crowd, Fever fell to defeat on the opening night, and Clark herself took almost 15 minutes to score. She also provided 10 of Fever’s 25 turnovers , and got off to an uncharacteristically slow start, missing her first four shots, although she finished with 20 points, she made just five of 15 field goals.

Born in West Des Moines, Iowa, Clark’s rise to the WNBA has been a series of record-breaking feats. Always playing several years above her age group growing up, when she went to Dowling College, she caught national attention by breaking Pete Maravich’s record as the NCAA all-time scoring leader, that had previously stood for 54 years.

Abia: Otti receives defecting YPP lawmakers to LP, gives assurance

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Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has welcomed two members of the Young Progressives Party, YPP, in the state House of Assembly who defected to the Labour Party, LP.

Otti received the defectors, Iheanacho Nwogu, representing Osisioma North State Constituency, and Mr Fine Ahuama, representing Osisioma South State Constituency, at the state’s Government House in Umuahia.

Receiving the defectors, Otti assured the duo of a level playing field in LP, while urging them to work towards bringing their constituents into the party.

According to Otti: “One thing that I have assured members of the House of Assembly is that, because we are running a transparent kind of leadership, we will never come to you with anything untoward.

“We don’t have anything to hide because the Abia Government is working for the people of Abia.

“I even told them in Rivers that when you are governing people and they’re not happy there’s something wrong with the leadership.

“This is because the essence of governance is stewardship and I am happy because my people are happy.”

EPL: Conduct massive clearout – Rooney names only player Man Utd needs

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Manchester United Legend, Wayne Rooney has named captain Bruno Fernandes as the only senior player the club should keep at Old Trafford this summer.

Rooney said this while urging the Red Devils to do a massive clear out of players this summer transfer window.

This is coming after Fernandes inspired Man United to a crucial 3-2 win against Newcastle United in the Premier League at Old Trafford on Wednesday.

Speaking to Sky Sports (via United in Focus), Rooney said:

“He is the one player with quality, he has got a fight in him. The young players, then all the other players I’d get rid of them.

“I’d keep the young players and Bruno, and then there has to be a massive clear out. There has to be. It’s not going to be one year, but I think it’s going to be over the next couple of years.”

He added, “To compete with Man City, with Liverpool, with Arsenal, they need better players.”

Arteta confirms Premier League trophy will be at Emirates for Arsenal vs Everton

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Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has confirmed the Premier League trophy will be at the Emirates on Sunday, when they host Everton in their final fixture.

The Gunners have a slim chance of winning the title on the day if Manchester City drop points at home against West Ham.

Despite the disappointment of seeing City beat Tottenham to go top, Arteta still believes his side can come out on top on the final day of the season

Speaking to the Spanish media, Arteta said: “This is the nice part, fighting for the title until the last day.

“It will be the first time that the Premier League trophy will be there waiting at the Emirates since it was built, with red ribbons on it, because if we win and they don’t, it’s ours.”

Kizz Daniel shocks many as he reveals top 3 bad habits

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Nigerian singer, Kizz Daniel, leaves many jaws dropping as shares some of his bad habits, adultery makes the infamous list.

Although the post has now been deleted, he has received so much backlash for the confession.

In an interactive question and answer session with some of his fans on Twitter, the musician revealed this secret.

A fan, @DanbauchiM82756, had questioned why he claims to have a very bad habit to which he responded, saying it was normal for everybody to have one.

Another user, @Royalzamani, then questioned the singer, wanting to know what bad habits he was struggling with.

Kizz Daniel shocks many as he reveals top 3 bad habits
Nigerian musician, Kizz Daniel.

Kizz Daniel replied openly, sharing that he was dealing with drinking to stupor, smoking cigarettes and adultery.

While many seem to understand the first two, his confession of being adulterous comes as a shock especially with his marital status.

See the post here

Kizz Daniel shocks many as he reveals top 3 bad habits

Some netizens reactions to Kizz Daniel’s confession

thefoodnetworknig2 claimed: “He don quick confess before blogs begin leak am…”

tiaramoore_18 wrote: “A married man proudly admitting adultery. Okay, very good. Very very smart”

princewilson_ opined: “If he had said “womanizing”, that would have been a whole lot better. But straight up adu!tery? That’s just so wrong. Doesn’t show respect for your wife or your marriage. No be everything them suppose dey talk outside”

nhaomie_20 asked: “Y’all actually believe this? This is just cruise… y’all can’t read the room?!”

zunim.aesthetics commented: “These kind of men are for dating alone not marriage 😔, but the wife rush go marry boyfriend material as husband 😢”

Wunmi’s sister tenders heartfelt apology to Mohbad’s father

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Karimot, the sister to the embattled widow, Wunmi Aloba tenders an apology to the father of the late singer Mohbad after months of dragging him to filth.

This came following the the final result from pathologists regarding the cause of death of the Mohbad whose real name is Imole Aloba who passed on some months ago.

wunmi's sister aloba

Following reports of Mohbad’s father breaking down in tears upon the inconclusive result of his late son’s autopsy, Karimot apologized for hurting Mr Joseph with her altercations over the past few months.

In a post via her Instagram story, Wunmi’s sister mourned the loss of the singer while consoling his father and urging him to bury Mohbad who is still in the morgue.

In her words, “My sincere apologies goes to baba mohbad. Mr aloba joseph, sorry for everything I might have said or posted on my platform I wish your family the best and may god grant the deceased eternal rest. In as much as I don’t want to be involved baba e jo efi owo wonu eje ki promise lo sun sir. Gbogbo idile aloba eku oro omo. [Translation: Please forgive all and allow Promise to be buried. To the entire family of Aloba, accept my condolences.]

Wunmi's sister tenders heartfelt apology to Mohbad's father
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Isreal DMW accused of leaking secrets about Davido, 30BG to bloggers

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Davido’s crew member, Isreal DMW Afeare faces accusations of betraying his boss and the entire 30BG team by feeding secrets to bloggers.

The accusations surfaced after Ima Elijah, a spokesperson for Bobo Ajudua, Davido’s lawyer, accused Isreal of leaking confidential information to the media.

isreal dmw davido

This incident follows reports of Davido parting ways with Ajudua, which made waves across social media space.

In response, Ima shared screenshots of chats and a lengthy message sent to Isreal DMW on her Instagram stories. She alleged that Isreal had been fueling negative publicity against Ajudua and spreading falsehoods from Davido’s inner circle to the press.

In her message, she also mentioned Isreal’s recent apology to Bobo after disrespecting him and insulting his father.

She vowed to confront the logistic manager head-on, stating that she wasn’t afraid to take action against him.

See the snapshots below …

Isreal DMW accused of leaking secrets about Davido, 30BG to bloggers

Davido Reacts to Reports of Sacking Lawyer for Embezzling $370K and Seizing of Funds

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Recall that news came out claiming that Davido had sacked his long-time lawyer, Bobo Ajudua

Nigerian musician Davido has debunked reports that he sacked his good friend and lawyer, Bobo Ajudua for allegedly embezzling money.
This followed reports that the duo had parted ways.
Blogger SDK had claimed Davido sacked his lawyer because he embezzled about $370k and also seized his money during a trip to Dubai.
Davido has however taken to his Instagram story to debunk the claims as he claims he and his lawyer are on good terms. He added that things always change in terms of business.
He however did not confirm or debunk if he truly sacked his lawyer or not.
See his post below:

 

“Am fully behind your sack” – Israel DMW vows to spill as he confirms news in Davido’s camp

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Famous Nigerian singer David Adeleke professionally known as Davido’s logistics manager, Israel Afeare popularly known as Israel DMW has vowed to spill after he was accused of Bobo Ajudua’s sack as Davido’s lawyer.

Israel DMW vowed to spill what happened at the appropriate time because he was accused of being behind Bobo’s sack and falling out with Davido.

On Instagram story, the dramatic Israel wrote, “Am fully behind your sack? Would speak out at the appropriate time.”

He shared the conversation of when he was threatened by Bobo Ajudua’s PR team for leaking out information from Davido’s camp and for frustrating their PR efforts.

Kemi Filani recalls that Israel DMW reacted to the sack of Bobo Ajudua when the news first came out as a rumour.

His dance video made many to believe the news about the drama in Davido’s camp and his Instagram stories gave rooms for speculations.

Amidst this drama, Davido claimed his relationship with Bobo Ajudua is still intact and their business separation is not about the alleged embezzlement of funds.

He stated that they are no longer business partners because things evolve and change.

He told all his fans and followers to disregard the narrative.

A few days ago Davido stirred the internet with promise to retire from music.

The singer, while reacting to a viral photoshopped picture of him on the internet, noted how many want him out of the game so badly. Succumbing to them, he promised to quit the industry after his next album so they could have peace.

In another tweet, he prayed that God would punish the blog spreading the viral photo.

I wasn’t myself at all” – Anita Joseph recounts an emotional moment, days after the mishap in Nollywood

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Nollywood actress Anita Joseph has recounted a touching moment in her fellowship.

The movie star, while sharing a clip of her leading a service at her fellowship, revealed that she was emotional on that day as it was after the mishap which rocked Nollywood. Though she didn’t specify which mishap, the movie star was presumably talking about the death of Junior Pope and other cast.

According to her, she was scheduled to preach in her fellowship, and she wasn’t herself, which made her sceptical about leading the service, but her female pastor encouraged her. She disclosed that she needed to welcome the Holy Spirit, her Senior Pastor.

“This Day was very emotional for me, eh
It was just after the mishap happened in Nollywood, and I was scheduled to preach in my fellowship (PPHIM )
I wasn’t myself at all. “
I asked my woman Of God again, @lucyanik, and she said you will still preach. “
And then I needed to sing to welcome the Holy spiritualSpiritt, my senior Partner
The preaching I no go post am now oh
P.S
Shalom, good morning everyone. “
I haven’t slept oh na, now I wan sleep”.

Anita Joseph recounts emotional moment preaching in church

Recall that in June 2023, Joseph shared some details about her family background, revealing that she comes from a generation of Prophets and prophecies.

She made this known while educating her critics that her prayer videos and newfound religious lifestyle didn’t start now. She added that she wasn’t ready in the past.

Since turning a new leaf, Anita has shared powerful advice with single ladies.
In one of her posts, she advised them to marry who they choose, are happy with, and who completes them.

To further explain better, she recounted how she counselled a lady on her choice of partner, and today, the lady is married to a good man.

She also advised her followers on what to look out for when choosing one’s potential suitor, telling them to look out for a spiritual partner who knows how to pray.

Portable releases new song detailing his arrest, netizens react (Video)

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Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has released a new song following his arrest.

Kemi Filani reported on Tuesday evening that the Lagos State Police Command arrested the singer for refusing to pay the debt he incurred when he purchased G-Wagon from a car dealer in the state.

It was gathered that Portable, during the purchase of the vehicle worth N27m, paid only N13m and had refused to pay the N14m balance on the pretext that the car was faulty.

The car dealer reported the matter to the police, who swung into action and arrested the singer.

Speaking, the singer, via his Instagram page, stated that God is bigger than everything. He added for anyone who believed in the saying to say Amen. Portable went on to stress that God is over everything.

Now, the controversial singer has released son song, Spider-Man, giving details about his arrest.

As expected, social media users are having a field day with it.

One Prettee Dimplex wrote, “Na really spider man because the way he fly that gate is a course that needs to be studied in the University

One Inumidun wrote, “Chaotic relevance, he needs problems for motivation. Wonderful celebrity

One Ighold wrote, “This guy no get sense at all

One Sammy Smith 231 wrote, “Gather here, if you dey expect this kind song after his arrest

One Mercy Herself wrote, “Never seen someone that has been trended back to back since 2021. Like Portable

One Peaceful Baddie wrote, “Low-key this might be a publicity stunt just to promote his song though”.

This isn’t the first time the singer has had an issue with the law. In April 2023, Portable was arrested by The Ogun State police command after he refused to honour the police invitation.

He was later released after 3 days of detention from Ilaro Correctional Centre. The Ifo Magistrate Court had granted him bail of N300,000 with two sureties in like sums.

Following his release, Portable declared love for the Nigerian police while describing himself as a Federal Government liability. He urged his fans and followers to show them love, respect them and stop giving them problems.

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EPL: Iwobi sets sights on breaking personal goal record

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Alex Iwobi is determined to break his personal goals record in a single campaign at Fulham.

Iwobi moved to the Craven Cottage from Everton on the final day of the transfer window last summer.

The versatile midfielder has matched his career best tally of six goals – a number he also achieved for Arsenal in 2018/19.

Fulham will be up against Luton Town on the final day of the campaign on Sunday.

Iwobi hopes he can surpass the mark he set during his time at Arsenal.

“A bit of a rollercoaster, but it’s been a good season. We’ve had some memorable moments which we can cherish this season,” he told the club’s official website.

“I’ve had my best goal scoring record again, hopefully I can break it against Luton, but it’s been a good season.

“I’ve enjoyed working with Marco Silva and the team, they’ve welcomed me very well. Being back in London as well, I’ve enjoyed it, and I just want to kick on from this season and keep improving.”

EPL: He’s everywhere on pitch – Alan Smith praises Man Utd star

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Football pundit, Alan Smith has heaped praises on Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes after the Red Devils defeated Newcastle United 3-2 in the Premier League on Wednesday.

Smith said the Portuguese midfielder was everywhere on the pitch against Newcastle.

Fernandes returned from injury to bag an assist as Erik ten Hag’s side defeated Newcastle at Old Trafford.

In his absence, Man United suffered back-to-back losses against Crystal Palace and Arsenal in the league.

Speaking about Fernandes, Smith told Sky Sports:

“He has been everywhere tonight, Bruno Fernandes.

“Great footballing intelligence wherever he’s on the pitch.”

WAFU Cup: Garba vows Golden Eaglets will beat Burkina Faso in Group B opener

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Golden Eaglets head coach, Manu Garba is optimistic his side will begin their campaign at the WAFU B U-17 Championship on a winning note.

The defending champions will face Burkina Faso in their opening Group B fixture on Thursday (today).

The encounter slated for the University Stadium, Accra will start at 4pm Nigeria time.

The Golden Eaglets defeated Burkina Faso 2-1 in the final of the competition two years ago.

Garba is upbeat his charges will get the job done again this time around.

“We have the confidence we will beat Burkina Faso,” the experienced tactician told a press conference.

“We’re hopeful of the maximum points today.”

Mayorkun addresses the ritual allegations from Nickie Dabarbie, chastises Nigerians for being gullible

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Singer Mayorkun has come out to address the allegations laid against him by Nickie Dabarbie. She had claimed that Mayorkun attempted to use her for rituals, and even spiked her coffee.

Mayorkun has come out to defend himself, and here’s what he said;

Mayorkun addresses the Nickie Dabarbie drama.

“You know, I was going to let this remain as a court case but when I checked the comments
under some of the blogs where these ridiculous allegations were posted, I was quickly reminded
of how gullible most people are on the internet
and how they are ready to run along, spreading
any negative news without any form of clarity.…
Just for the record, I never met that person on
the said day, still never seen that person till this
day, never knew about that person’s existence
not until those allegations came up.. yet she
claimed I put ‘something’ in her drink. A lot of people believed that story and you think I’ll let this libellous claim fly? Hell fuaking NO!

Mayorkun addresses the Nickie Dabarbie drama.

I took this time off because I didn’t want to act out based off of emotions, because if I did; I’ll definitely act out of character. and that is not who I am.

Mayorkun addresses the Nickie Dabarbie drama.

For weeks; I’ve been getting calls from brands I
work with, colleagues, friends & family about
this rubbish and you know what makes it worse? You social media commentators, internet police, even people I used to think I’m cool with.. scrambling for the tiniest bit of clout and relevance, cluelessly jumping on anything not bothered if it’s someone’s life or career on the line; it might be yours tomorrow.

Mayorkun addresses the Nickie Dabarbie drama.

I wanna re-instate, I have never seen this person before even as I am typing this! I still haven’t set my eyes on this person.. Like what else can I say? How else can I prove this?

Mayorkun addresses the Nickie Dabarbie drama.

There’s no need for me to ask for an apology
where I won’t get any. I just needed to say this
publicly and get it off my chest.. cos if it was a
case of ‘cancellation’ as many people are quick
to do, I for don go back to dey find work for bank.

Mayorkun addresses the Nickie Dabarbie drama.

But as they didn’t wait to hear my side of the
story before they slandered my name, I would keep the same energy and not listen to anyone’s opinion while I press full charges.. even though I’m aware she’s remanded in prison at the moment but not on my own charge…. YET!

Mayorkun addresses the Nickie Dabarbie drama.

Now I feel better! Let’s get back to the music.. a whole lotta new music in a bit!”

Let Promise go and rest” – Mohbad’s wife’s sister, Karimot tells his father as she tenders heartfelt apology to him

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Karimot, the elder sister of late singer Mohbad’s widow, Wunmi, had tendered an apology to the singer’s father.

Taking to her Instagram story, she apologised for things she said or posted about him and his family. Bearing no grudge against them, she made him know that she wished him the best and prays God grants his son eternal rest.

She stated that as much as she doesn’t want to be involved in his family issues, she wants him to take heart and allow his late son rest.

“I sincerely apologise to Baba Mohbad. I apologise for everything I might have said or posted on my platform. I wish your family the best, and may God grant the deceased eternal rest. In as much as I don’t want to be involved, Baba e jo e fi owo wonu(pls take heart). Let Promise go and rest. Gbogbo idile Aloba, e ku oro omo”.

Karimot apologises to Mohbad's father

Days back, Karimot had boldly declared that she was no longer affiliated with Wunmi, her sister and their mother.

She narrated how Wunmi had lied to people about certain things and had backstabbed her despite standing by her after her husband’s death.

Kemi Filani reported in April that Karimot had distanced herself from Omowunmi, vowing not to have anything to do with the late singer.

Things fell out between the sisters after Karimot blasted Mohbad’s father over his calls for DNA, claiming that Mohbad was constantly infecting Wunmi with sexually transmitted diseases, which she always treated with antibiotics.

Debunking her statement, Omowunmi urged the public to help her preserve the lovely memory of her husband. She made it known that she had never told anyone that her late husband gave her an STD, belonged to a cult, was on drugs, or had physically assaulted her.

Hitting back at her, Karimot threatened to spill all as she told her younger sister to expect her response shortly.

Portable’s babymama Ashabi shed tears as she makes an appeal to God

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Nollywood actress and mother of singer Portable’s son, Omobolarinde Akinyanju, better known as Ashabi, has made an appeal to her Maker following the completion of her movie.

Taking to her Instagram page to share a video of her in tears, surrounded by her cast mates, she expressed gratitude to her Maker for a successful project as she noted how she cried and laughed, but God knows what her real feelings were.

She disclosed that her latest movie is her biggest movie so far, as it is a multimillion project. She further disclosed that the devil made it look invisible, but God said it was visible.

“It can only b GOD , agbekele eniyan asan ni.
Thank you GOD for another successful one; I cried, I laugh but GOD knows what d real feelings was; this is my biggest movie so far, a multiple million project, devil made it look invisible, but GOD said it’s visible, just emotional, let me plead in advance please anticipate for FITILA. It’s different from the usual and inspired by a true-life story

Make it easy for me, oh lord, OBA ALASEPE”.

Ashabi cries as she completes multimillion project

A few weeks back, Ashabi sparked concerns after she shared a disturbing post, stating that people who are dead don’t know what God did for them.

Months back, Ashabi had cried out to the public for help, stating that she knows it isn’t always a smooth and clear road but questioned the assurance of being on the right path.

Ashabi revealed that she had been getting more tired lately than expected as she begged her fans to watch her movie to help strengthen her as she was weak.

In other news, the mother of one was left in awe after meeting her senior colleague, Toyin Abraham, for the first time at a movie premiere.

Sharing a video of her meeting the movie star, Ashabi recounted her meeting with her and how Toyin proved the rumours of her being different by honouring her. She thanked Toyin with a love declaration as she bragged about being a star.

Kano Hisbah bans male DJs from performing at females’ ceremonies

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The Kano State Hisbah Board has banned male Disc Jockeys, DJs, from performing at female-dominated events in the state.

The Commander-General of the board, Sheikh Aminu Ibrahim Daurawa, made this known in a meeting with the representatives of DJs in the State.

According to him, the decision became necessary to prohibit the mixing of males and females during events.

Daurawa further added that going forward, only women would be allowed to officiate at women’s gatherings.

“As an Islamic state, it is unacceptable for us to allow the indiscriminate mixing of males and females at the same event. This is because this act can promote and spread immorality,” he said.

Meanwhile, the representative of DJs, Ibrahim Abdullahi, also known as DJ Farawa, thanked the board for advising them on the new guidelines introduced by the board to guide their business.

“We are happy with the invitation of the hisbah board to our union of DJs. They have given us guidelines on the sanctity of prayer times during events, as well as the need to prevent the mixing of males and females during those events,” he said.

Ibrahim added that all DJs performing in the state must adhere to the new guidelines issued by the board to avoid being sanctioned.

“This is why we are calling on all DJs to register with our union in order to benefit from the guidelines that have been issued.”

He also warned that non-registered DJs performing in the state would not be protected by the union if they were found to have violated Hisbah’s guidelines.

“You are that woman; you’re who you think you are” – Juliana Olayode pours encomium on Funke Akindele

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Nollywood actress Juliana Olayode has poured praises on her senior colleague and mentor, Funke Akindele.

In an Instagram post, she noted how Funke is always on her grind and minding her business. She noted how the movie star stays cooking, steadily entertaining the public and telling relatable stories. Juliana added that Funke is always giving hits back to back and now is cooking something delicious for the public.

Expressing excitement over the project, she stated that she doesn’t want to write an epistle; however, she is celebrating her for being that Woman.

Congratulating her for her numerous recognitions, Juliana declared that Funke Akindele is that woman and she is who she thinks she is.

“A woman who is always on her grind and minding her BUSINESS.

She’s always cooking, steadily entertaining us and telling relatable stories that impact and change lives.

She’s always giving us hits back-to-back!!!! She has cooked another delicious meal, “FINDING ME”, and we can’t wait to feast on it.

I don’t want to write an epistle; I just want to celebrate you, mama @funkejenifaakindele
YOU ARE THAT WOMAN!!!!
YOU ARE WHO YOU THINK YOU ARE!!!

Congratulations for the well-deserved recognition; keep breaking records, leading and winning.
I love you”.

Funke took to her comment section to express gratitude to her, stating that she always rocks.

“Thank you, my darling Julie. You rock always”.

Juliana Olayode hails Funke Akindele for being that woman

Since their reconciliation, Juliana has ceased to show her loyalty to Funke.

Refreshing your memory, in May 2023, Juliana surprised many when she tendered a deep apology to Funke after they fell apart for undisclosed reasons in 2017. She reflected on how she rose to fame overnight by playing the lead role in Funke Akindele’s movie, as she narrated what led to their beef and tendered a public apology to the actress for being misled; Akindele accepted the apology with open arms.

Since their reconciliation, their relationship has continued to wax stronger as Juliana disclosed that she’s inseparable from the box office actress, and she has learned dancing from the best.

To further prove her love for Funke, she threw shade at haters and critics of Funke’s box office movie, A Tr!be Called Judah. She noted how a film critic wrote an article trashing the movie, yet the movie keeps shattered records in the cinemas.

Recently, Juliana had showered encomium on Funke as she recalled how the movie star emptied her account to save her mother’s life as she was battling Fibroid.

NIMET warns Kano residents of flooding in 2024 rainy season

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The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMET, has warned Kano State residents of impending flooding in 14 out of the 44 Local Government Areas of the state.

The NIMET Kano/Jigawa Territorial Coordinator, Dr Nuradeen Abdullahi, issued the warning at a Disaster Risk Management Stakeholders Coordination Meeting on Seasonal Climate Prediction and Annual Flood Outlook in Kano.

Abdullahi named the LGAs to include Rimin Gado, Tofa, Kabo, Madobi, Garum Malam, Bebeji, Rano, Dawakin Kudu, Warawa, Wudil, Sumaila, Ajingi, Kura and Dala.

According to him, five other LGAs, Karaye, Takai, Bunkure, Dawakin Tofa and Makoda, were moderately prone to high risk flooding.

He, however, said that the rest 25 LGAs were at low risk, naming them to include Doguwa, Tudun Wada, Kibiya, Garko, Albasu, Gaya, Kiru, Rogo, Gwarzo, Shanono, Tsanyawa, Bagwai, Bichi, Kunchi, Danbatta, Minjibir, Gabasawa, Gwale, Fagge, Nassarawa, Kano Municipal, Tarauni, Ungogo, Kumbotso and Gezawa.

Abdullahi said the meeting was to marshal out plans on the best ways to avert the predicted flooding across the state.

The coordinator stated that the meeting, in collaboration with the Kano State Emergency Management Agency, SEMA, became imperative to remind stakeholders of their responsibilities regarding the impact of climate change and the expensive nature of environmental disaster.

He identified women and children as mostly affected during the rainy season and urged people in flood prone areas to take preventive measures before the season.

Also speaking, the state’s Commissioner for Humanitarian and Poverty Eradication, Hajiya Amina Abdullahi, said the State Government had set up a high-powered committee led by the deputy governor, Malam Aminu Abdulsalam, to evacuate drainages across the 44 LGAs to prevent flooding.

“Careful planning for preparedness and response can significantly curtail disasters or emergencies across communities,” she said.

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