Controversial relationship therapist Blessing Nkiruka Okoro, also known as Blessing CEO, celebrated her 35th birthday on May 23. To mark the occasion, she delighted her fans by posting stunning photos on her Instagram page. In the photos, she wore a long mesh dress adorned with feathers.
Sharing the photos, she captioned it;
”35th floor .
1 man mopol
Happy birthday Blessing ceo..”
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Uche Ogbodo, a Nollywood actress, recently took steps to confirm her age to critics after facing off with an Instagram user who challenged her assertion that she is 38 years old. She went the extra mile by sharing a photo of her passport biodata to substantiate her claim. This morning, she reiterated her age by sharing her biodata, emphasizing that her mother is not even sixty years old yet.
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The head preacher of Graceville Christian Center in Abuja, Pastor Tunde Ayeni, has issued a cautionary message to members of his congregation. In a sermon that has since gone viral, Ayeni warned that genuine platonic friendships between men and women are virtually impossible without the emergence of romantic or sexual feelings.
Various reactions to Ayeni’s sermon have surfaced online. One commenter, melanin_ruth, asserted that long-term friendships with the opposite sex can indeed remain purely platonic, citing personal experience. Another commenter, judahadeyemi, highlighted a key point from Ayeni’s sermon, emphasizing that maintaining friendship with an opposite-sex friend only becomes viable after processing any emotional hurt caused by their marital status.
However, napysure disagreed with Ayeni’s assertion, arguing that not everyone engages in promiscuous behavior, and individuals should refrain from using their own experiences as a standard for general behavior. Similarly, creativeoliver suggested that some women may overlook the complexities of male perspectives, leading to misunderstandings on this topic.
bubie_marie expressed frustration with the focus on personal opinions rather than the gospel itself, referencing biblical examples of platonic relationships between Jesus and women like Mary Magdalene. They criticized the notion that men are inherently sexually driven, urging for a broader understanding of male-female dynamics beyond mere sexual attraction.
Super Eagles coach Finidi George has emphasized that his primary focus is on winning games rather than adhering to a specific formation. During his recent media tours across Nigeria, Finidi stressed that his coaching philosophy revolves around his players’ ability to discern when to attack and when to defend.
Having been involved with the Super Eagles managerial setup for the past 23 months, Finidi’s familiarity with the team played a role in his appointment as the team’s permanent coach following Jose Peseiro’s departure.
During the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the Super Eagles frequently utilized a defensive-minded 3-4-3 formation, which faced criticism despite leading the team to the tournament final, where they lost 2-1 to Ivory Coast.
Speaking in an interview with Brilla FM on Wednesday, May 22, Finidi George stated, “My philosophy is centered on winning. Formation is secondary because if players understand when to attack and when to defend, there shouldn’t be any issues.”
“We can adopt various formations such as 3-5-2 or 4-4-2, but as long as the players comprehend their roles in both attacking and defending, the team should function effectively. This is a fundamental aspect of football, and players must grasp these moments,” he added.
Football enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating how Finidi George will implement his preferred style of play as the Super Eagles face South Africa on June 7 and Benin Republic on June 10. These matches are crucial for the Eagles as they continue their quest for qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Ibrahim Gusau, has outlined reasons why the current President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Patrice Motsepe, should seek re-election for a second term.
Patrice Motsepe has served as the CAF president for three years, and his tenure as the South African football administrator is set to conclude in 2025.
During the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast, which was hailed as the best edition of the competition, reporters inquired whether Motsepe would stand for re-election. However, the 62-year-old Tshwane native did not provide a definitive response.
In an interview with Soccer Africa, Ibrahim Gusau elaborated on why Patrice Motsepe should be encouraged to contest for a second term. He commended the football administrator for the success of the 2023 AFCON and for attracting corporate organizations to African football.
“I want to emphasize that if given the opportunity, I would strongly encourage Motsepe to seek another term as CAF president because he has introduced many positive changes that were lacking in CAF, particularly in terms of trust,” Gusau stated.
“Currently, we are discussing how the corporate world can invest in African football, and we understand that corporations prefer to invest where there is trust and confidence that their funds will be utilized effectively,” he added.
Gusau highlighted the significant progress made by CAF under Motsepe’s leadership, citing the increase in viewership and profits during the recent AFCON tournaments.
“In the past three years, there has been noticeable improvement in CAF. During the last AFCON, we witnessed approximately two billion viewers. In 2021, shortly after Motsepe assumed office, CAF recorded a profit of $4 million from AFCON. However, after the recent AFCON, CAF generated a profit of $80 million, indicating effective leadership,” Gusau explained.
“We believe Motsepe deserves another opportunity, and we will actively support his re-election campaign,” he concluded.
In 2023, the Federal Government of Nigeria allocated a substantial ₦628.61 billion towards electricity subsidies as part of its efforts to stabilize the power sector and alleviate the economic burden on citizens. This significant financial commitment was revealed in the latest data released by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) on Wednesday.
Throughout the year, the quarterly subsidies surged from ₦36.02 billion in the first quarter to a staggering ₦252.76 billion in the fourth quarter, underscoring the government’s struggle to maintain stability in power distribution amidst economic fluctuations.
During this period, power distribution companies (Discos) witnessed an increase in revenue collection, totaling ₦1.08 trillion. Quarterly earnings consistently rose, with Discos generating ₦247.09 billion in Q1, ₦267.86 billion in Q2, ₦267.61 billion in Q3, and reaching a peak of ₦294.95 billion in Q4.
The rise in subsidies is primarily attributed to the non-implementation of cost-reflective tariffs, which necessitates the government to bridge the gap between the cost-reflective and allowed tariffs. This gap mainly concerns power generation costs paid by Discos to the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Company (NBET), the principal power trader in the sector.
According to the NERC, the substantial subsidy in the fourth quarter was largely due to government policies such as exchange rate harmonization while maintaining consumer tariffs at December 2022 levels.
“This surge in subsidy obligation indicates that, in Q4 2023, Discos were only required to cover 45% of the total invoice received from NBET,” stated the NERC in its report.
Furthermore, the report highlights operational challenges encountered by Discos, including a decline in collection efficiency, which stood at 73.79% in Q4, down from 76.56% in Q3.
Bureau De Change (BDC) operators nationwide are strongly opposing the recent directive from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) that requires them to reapply for licenses under new and stricter guidelines. This directive, announced on Wednesday, has raised concerns among operators regarding its alignment with global standards.
The CBN states that this overhaul aims to improve the regulatory framework and ensure financial stability. However, BDC operators argue that the new requirements could hinder their operations and diverge from international norms.
Haruna Mustapha, Director of the Financial Policy and Regulation Department at the CBN, issued a circular outlining that BDCs will now be divided into Tier 1 and Tier 2, each with specific operational capacities and capital prerequisites. Tier 1 BDCs are mandated to maintain a capital base of N2 billion, while Tier 2 BDCs must hold N500 million.
Aminu Gwadebe, President of the Association of Bureau de Change Operators of Nigeria (ABCON), expressed significant concerns about the increased capital requirements and the tight timeline for compliance. He stated, “The requirement is substantial and not in line with global norms… We need to proceed cautiously to avoid losing our expertise, capacity, and investments.”
Gwadebe also highlighted the risks of exacerbating issues like money laundering due to the stringent and rushed nature of these changes. He noted that the compliance deadline is unreasonably short compared to the leniency typically given to other sectors.
The CBN’s revised guidelines have also eliminated the mandatory caution deposit, reflecting some responsiveness to past feedback from industry stakeholders.
With the implementation date set for June 3, BDC operators are urging a reevaluation of the policy. They are calling on the CBN to consider introducing the new rules more gradually to prevent disruption to existing financial stability and better align with international standards.
On Thursday, the Minister of Defence, Muhammad Badaru, announced that the service chiefs have significantly increased their productivity, resulting in notable achievements over the past year.
Speaking at the Ministerial Sectorial Update in Abuja, Badaru highlighted that the collaboration among the service chiefs and sister agencies has led to the elimination of over 9,300 bandits and insurgents, with 7,000 arrests made in the last year.
He said, “The Chief of Defence Staff, Chief of Army Staff, Chief of Naval Staff, and Chief of Air Staff are now working together more effectively than before. This collaboration has resulted in greater productivity and efficiency. Additionally, we have close cooperation with the National Security Adviser’s office, the police, NSCDC, and other security agencies.”
“This synergy has yielded significant progress over the past year. We have neutralized over 9,300 bandits and insurgents, arrested around 7,000, and rescued 4,641 kidnapped victims in just one year. We have also recovered 4,882 assorted weapons and 83,900 rounds of ammunition. Among those neutralized are over 20 bandit leaders who commanded large groups of insurgents and terrorists.”
Badaru also mentioned that 1,437 suspects have been arrested and 363 killed by the military in efforts to boost oil production in the country.
He noted that ongoing operations against oil theft have significantly reduced illegal refineries.
“In our efforts to improve crude oil production, we have arrested 1,437 suspects, neutralized 363, and freed 245 captives in the Niger Delta region. We have destroyed 3,051 dug pits, 1,276 boats, and 3,924 storage tanks. Most illegal refineries are now down, and many vessels have been arrested,” Badaru added.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has pledged to initiate the construction of 10,000 houses for the masses in his upcoming budget. He criticized the high accommodation costs in the territory, noting that some businessmen who previously received free land for mass housing projects are now selling properties at exorbitant prices.
Wike made this announcement in Abuja during the ongoing Ministerial Sectoral Update, marking the first anniversary of President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
“In our next budget, we aim to build a Renewed Hope City. This will be for affordable housing, not for the wealthy. We will provide infrastructure, build, and allocate the houses to the poor. Our goal is to construct 10,000 houses for the underprivileged,” he stated.
The minister also urged the National Assembly to review the laws against vandalism in the FCT, arguing that the current minor fines are insufficient to deter criminal activities.
“For instance, streetlights in Abuja are often vandalized shortly after installation. Cables are cut, and when vandals are prosecuted, the law only imposes a N10,000 fine, which is not a significant deterrent. We have asked the National Assembly to amend and strengthen the law to discourage vandalism of our infrastructure,” he explained.
Nigerian singer and politician, Banky W, expressed his gratitude after successfully undergoing his fourth surgery for skin cancer. On May 23, 2034, he shared a video on Instagram showcasing moments from his post-surgery recovery, with his wife Adesua Etomi-Wellington supporting him throughout. In a heartfelt caption, he offered encouragement to others facing challenges, reassuring them that everything will eventually be alright.
“Final Score – Christ 4 – Cancer Tumors 0. Sometimes, your faith in God will not prevent the storms from coming… but it will carry you through them. Faith won’t always stop you from hurting, but it will help you heal, and it will help you deal,” he said.
“God never said the weapons wouldn’t form, He promised that they wouldn’t prosper. He never said the enemy wouldn’t come… He promised that when the enemy comes in like a flood, the Spirit of God would raise a standard against him,” he added.
He added, “I am sharing this testimony to encourage anyone facing a challenge. It might appear overwhelming, but remember that He who is within you is greater than anything you will encounter in this world.”
He expressed deep gratitude to his wife, family, pastors, loved ones, and the medical personnel who treated him. The singer particularly thanked his wife and the medical staff for their support.
“Grateful for my wife, family, friends, and Pastors for their love, prayers, and support. Thanking God for my health and trusting that this latest victory is final in Jesus’ name. Appreciating the gifted hands and minds of my doctors, Dr. Onyewu of the Center for Advanced Specialty Surgery, and Dr. Adenuga of Euracare and the teams that support them. We have the victory yet again. Now and forever, in Jesus’ name,” he said.
Nigerian singer Ayra Starr’s choice of outfit for her private album listening party has generated a lot of attention online.
Attendees and fans reacted angrily as the 21-year-old singer turned heads in a daring blue outfit that attracted diverse reactions.
Although the concert was designed to showcase her latest musical offering, it seems the outfit of Ayra Starr has taken the attention as many were unable to ignore Ayra Starr’s bold fashion statement.
Ayra Star was photographed wearing a short dress with a revealing thigh cut, which caused a stir on social media and raised eyebrows.
Attendees’ reactions to Ayra Starr’s attire were divided; some praised her flair and confidence, while others expressed unease with the outfit
Netizens Reactions…
buzelpharmaceutical said; “God abeg help me to raise my daughters as queens, that’s my choice for them because the last i checked, 100 most powerful women in the world none of them is naked and that’s the class i want my female children to belong🙌🙌🙌🙌. Amen”
ego_oyiiboo said; “I have never seen a queen dress like this .”
femi_awesome_ said; “Make she Kuku Dey wear only pant 😂make we Dey see everything Abi warrris this bayii
monal_ia said;”Awwwwwnnnnn it’s how she makes beautiful pieces out of 1yard for me.”
dadjemmy said; “Her fashion designer is making real money from 20min folding and stitching 😂😂, she does not need to press the machine sef, just needle n thread.”
oluwatoyinaled said; “@monal_ia Na real one yard.”
lucciestreats said; “@monal_ia tah!!!! E no reach one yard.”
chef_ivyjones1 said; “Take the clothes off sister… you don’t need it ..🙄.”
nene_george said; “You people need to leave her alone, y’all already knows that’s her stage identity 😩.”
jeffe_ry1177 said; “This used to be madness, buh this generation na fashion una call am 👏💔.”
Famous businessman, E-Money has arrested a cyber bully who made wild allegations against him and the late Junior Pope’s wife.
Recall that E-Money launched a search for two women and a man who made shocking allegations against him over the demise of the late Junior Pope.
In one of the videos shared online, the woman, who is yet to be identified, made wild speculations about E-Money having something to do with the death of Junior Pope and also speculated that the business mogul, E-Money was probably having an affair with Junior Pope’s wife.
In a new update, E-Money has disclosed that one of the cyberbullies has been arrested.
He wrote on his page;
“I’m relieved to share that one of the individuals responsible for the character assassination against me has been apprehended by the Nigeria Police Force and will face prosecution. This is a significant step towards ending the scourge of cyber bullying.
My heartfelt gratitude goes out to the diligent officers of the Nigerian Police Force for their unwavering commitment to justice.”
On Thursday, President Bola Tinubu called for a review of the newly announced governing boards of tertiary institutions before their planned inauguration and retreat. Last week, the Ministry of Education released a list of governing councils for 111 federal tertiary institutions, including 50 universities, 37 polytechnics, and 24 colleges of education, comprising technocrats, politicians, and traditional rulers.
The list, issued by Permanent Secretary Didi Esther Walson-Jack, indicated that the inauguration and retreat for the councils would occur on May 30 and 31, 2024. However, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), among others, rejected the list.
Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, announced on Thursday that Tinubu had ordered a review of the list. Onanuga stated, “President Bola Tinubu has directed a thorough review of the recently announced governing boards of tertiary institutions before the planned inauguration and retreat.”
The Ministry of Education’s list had nominated chairmen, Pro-Chancellors, and board members for universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education, with the inauguration set for May 31. However, public feedback indicated that the nominations did not adequately reflect the country’s federal character, with some states receiving only one nomination and others many. In response, President Tinubu ordered a complete review to ensure compliance with the constitutional principle of federal character and adequate representation for all parts of the country.
Afrobeat singer Tiwa Savage recently expressed her admiration for famous rapper Olamide, describing him as a genius and reflecting on their collaboration experiences.
In a recent interview, the singer was asked to name an artist whose work and talent mesmerizes her, and she named YBNL boss, Olamide.
She revealed that Olamide wrote her hit song, “49-99,” praising him as a genius with the ability to write for both singers and rappers.
The “Somebody Son” artist also noted that Olamide is one of the most talented artists she has worked with in the studio.
Iampelumi said: “She said it all. Olamide is a genius and a star maker”
TIMELESS said: “Make I go listen to the song in Baddo voice”
Stretch wrote: “Olamide isn’t rated enough, Baddo na Baba”
Princess Angela said: “We have cancelled Olamide long time ago for disrespecting a fan in Texas”
Dezy.banz wrote: “ID cabasa wasn’t lying when he said “lamba no fit finish for baddo mouth” olamide even writes for artists signed to him he has credits on asake songs lol”
Onlineguru_ noted: “Olamide is the most underrated Artiste in Nigeria and you wont even hear him talk about it”
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Popular Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has taken to social media to proudly announce his latest accomplishment of becoming the highest grossing actor in Africa.
The movie star reportedly achieved this remarkable feat through a series of successful films released in 2023.
Among these, Funke Akindele’s blockbuster hit “A Tribe Called Judah” stands out, along with other popular titles such as “The Kujus Again,” “Big Love,” “Honey Money,” “Something Like Gold,” and “The Bloom Boy.”
Timini, in celebrating his new status, attributed his success to relentless hard work, support, and grace.
He expressed profound gratitude for the opportunities that have come his way and the strength to seize them.
Reflecting on his journey, he acknowledged the role of perseverance in overcoming challenges and propelling him forward.
“Hard work, your support, and the grace of God brought me here,” Timini Egbuson wrote.
“Feeling super grateful for the amazing life I’ve been given. All thanks to Baba God for all the chances to shine and the strength to grab them! Through the tough spots, I’ve had the courage to keep moving forward.
“I am what I say I am – MOST BANKABLE ACTOR IN AFRICA. Producers call me, let’s work #WatchTimini,” he added.
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Actress Uche Ogbodo’s identity card and passport have surfaced online amid doubts about her real age
There has been a controversy online after the actress celebrated her birthday and claimed to be 38 years old.
Many netizens doubted the age and took to the comments section to criticise and accuse the mother for lying about her date of birth.
In response to the backlash she was facing, the actress released a photo showing her identity card, and it confirmed that she was indeed 38 years old.
Sharing the passport, she said: “I am just a blessed child in all ramifications. I have the best of everything and I hustle harder than my agemates. So if E pain you, go hug transformer or drown.”
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Nigerian comedian Freedom Okpetoritse Atsepoyi, popularly known as Mr Jollof, bursts into celebration as he thanks his maker after the controversial activist Verydarkman was remanded in prison.
It was earlier reported that the social commentator was said to have been remanded in prison and is to remain there for the next one week.
This comes after he was earlier arrested over issues involving an alleged cyberbullying.
Mr Jollof, who was dragged recently by Verydarkman, went online to express his excitement over this news.
According to him, Verydarkman is good at defaming people and he deserves getting into jail to cool off in there.
He recalled how Verydarkman had supposedly said that he would beat him up, saying that he should fight for his freedom now that he is in jail.
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kelvin_kertz said: “Because he called you for promoting an app that their customer service is bad?”
mucluxury said: “Never celebrate a man’s downfall no matter what”
uzo_mmaduabuchi said: “That guy called VDM better pass you 100 times”
madowner said: “This online beggar still de talk? Mr Anywhere belle face.”
bie.ola said: “Shebi VDM go still come out?😂 He will definitely see this!!! Dear Mr. Jollof, na you I p!ty!🤣”
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Artist, Oritsefemi has opened up on how his ex-wife, sports journalist Nabila Fash reacted after discovering he impregnated another lady.
The Igbeyawo crooner spoke on the ‘With Chude’ show and discussed his shaky marriage with Nabila
In one of the new online snippets from the show, Oritsefemi recounted how he realized he had a third child through social media.
According to the artist, a renowned Instagram blog, Instablog, stated that he had three children and that the lady in question, who was pregnant with his third child, discovered it was a girl and returned six months later to inform him.
Oritsefemi stated that when the girl informed him about her pregnancy, he never told her to terminate it, but he accepted responsibility.
He further stated that all his four children are his since he always ensures a DNA test is conducted.
The Double Wahala crooner stated:
Na for social media I take know say I get three kids o. Instablog already posted that I have three kids, I no know how they take know say somebody get belle for me.
So this girl come get to understand say na girl dey her belle na why six months later she come and when she came, I never said go and terminate anything. I said from now henceforth, I will be the one taking care of it because what I normally do is as you dey born I dey do DNA immediately to confirm. All my four kids na my kids, DNA confirmed all.”
Speaking further, Oritsefemi stated that he and his wife at the time, Nabila, learned about the pregnancy around the same time. He claimed to have known the baby mama before Nabila, and when he informed her of the issue, she took it seriously. The singer claimed that’s when his true difficulties began. In his own words:
“I discovered this girl was pregnant when I was already with Nabila and I didn’t know the girl hid the pregnancy because she wanted to know if it was a boy. The news even blow for me and Nabila’s front and I was like ‘see babe, look at what happened o, I even know this girl before I met you’. Nabila no understand o, na the first problem wey I no get rest of mind be that.”
Yul Edochie stirred up some buzz by publicly celebrating Blessing CEO’s birthday. She’s turning 38 today, May 23rd, and Yul Edochie marked the occasion by sharing a post on his Instagram page. Sounds like he’s adding some spice to the celebration by acknowledging her birthday publicly!
He shared a photo of the actress and affixed a caption wishing her a happy birthday.
In the message, he had referred to the controversial therapist as a ‘Wahala Pro max’.
Yul wrote …
“Happy birthday to you, wahala promax
@officialbblessingceo
Wish you many more happy years.
May God lead you always.”
itsphinayoung wrote: “So that she no go apologize to queen may😂😂😂😂😂😂😂”
daa_victoria said: “I see what you did there 😂bcus she has started apologizing to people she offended…”
amujirivitalis penned: “If them support you wish them well 🤗”
mikel_031 commented: “Na the person u suppose Marry two can mad”
antoinettekhensani said: “From Actor, to Pastor, skitmaker, polygamist and to fighting with ghosts😂”
king_eze_okeosisi wrote: “Baba stop all this. It’s looking so childish now. May GOD deliver you from the bottom of the bottle where you are.”
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It sounds like Sharon is dealing with some deep-seated family issues. Accusations of selfishness and jealousy can be quite hurtful, especially when they come from a parent. It seems there’s a lot of unresolved tension surrounding Sharon’s acting ambitions and her relationship with her father. Opening up about these feelings and confronting her father may be a way for Sharon to address these issues and hopefully find some resolution. It’s important for both parties to communicate openly and honestly in order to understand each other’s perspectives and work towards healing any rifts in their relationship.
Sharon bemoaned his efforts to hinder her education for inexplicable reasons, his refusal to contribute to her educational fees, and his constant comparisons of her to the less fortunate.
Sharon left her followers guessing, implying that she would reveal additional information. Sharon recounted how her father hit her and left her unconscious.
