Nigerian television host, Morayo Afolabi-Brown, has opened up about her struggle with depression and suicidal thoughts. Naija News reports that Morayo made this known in an interview with media personality, Chude Jideonwo. Brown, who recently resigned as host of TVC’s ‘Your View’ after 12 years, disclosed she became depressed at some point because she felt stuck in her job. According to Morayo, she had long harboured thoughts of quitting and moving to the next level, but did not know how to go about it until last year, when she began to gain clarity. She said, “I was depressed. At a…
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Liverpool are preparing a blockbuster move to break the British transfer record, with reports suggesting the Reds will table a £130m offer for Newcastle United striker, Alexander Isak. According to The Telegraph, the improved transfer bid, which includes performance-related add-ons and bonuses, could see the 25-year-old Sweden international become the most expensive signing in Premier League history. Jürgen Klopp has made Isak his top attacking target as he looks to reshape Liverpool’s frontline before the transfer deadline. The Athletic reports that Manchester United have agreed terms with Napoli over a season-long loan deal for Rasmus Hojlund. The 22-year-old Denmark international…
Nollywood actress, Osas Ighodaro, has recounted her first on-screen kiss experience in the Nigerian film industry. Naija News reports that the thespian made this known during a recent episode of ‘The Culture League’ podcast. Osas, who relocated to Nigeria from the United States in 2012, said an actor attempted to use his tongue during her first on-screen kiss in Nollywood. The movie star said the incident was her first rude shock in Nollywood, adding that such an intimate kiss would require a conversation between the actors. She said, “My first on-screen kiss in Nigeria took me by surprise. Though, I…
Veteran Nigerian entertainer cum activist, Charles Oputa, better known as Charly Boy, has slammed Nigerian lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, over recent claims of bribery against Labour Party (LP) 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi. Naija News reports that Adeyanju had on several occasions accused Peter Obi of fraud, stating that he has valid evidence to prove the claims. Adeyanju also accused Peter Obi of trying to bribe him during the 2023 presidential election campaign. According to him, Peter Obi invited him for a discussion due to his political views, after which he offered him money in a brown envelope, but he rejected…
Club Brugge midfielder, Raphael Onyedika, is edging closer to a move to Turkey after agreeing on personal terms with Galatasaray. According to Turkish outlet Fanatik, Raphael Onyedika, 24, has given the green light to Galatasaray’s offer, paving the way for negotiations between the Turkish champions and Brugge. “24-year-old Onyedika accepted Galatasaray’s offer, and the management has started transfer negotiations with the Belgian team. Cim Bom has activated a loan formula with a mandatory purchase option for the star player,” the publication reported. Galatasaray are believed to have tabled an official proposal that includes a €5 million loan fee and a…
The lawmaker representing Funtua Constituency in Katsina State House of Assembly, Abubakar Mohammed, has disclosed that he bought firearms for his constituents to protect them against constant assault by armed bandits. Naija News reports that in the past weeks and months, many residents of parts of Kaduna had been kidnapped and killed by armed bandits. The lawmaker had visited the area and met with volunteers who took it upon themselves to guard the area against the bandits. He subsequently bought firearms for them to assist in repelling the bandits. Speaking to newsmen, he said, “These firearms that I distributed to…
Wolverhampton Wanderers are on the brink of sealing a major attacking boost after agreeing a deal in principle to sign Nigerian striker, Tolu Arokodare, from Belgian side Genk for €27 million. Tolu Arokodare, 23, is expected to undergo his medical today, August 30, with the move set to make him one of the club’s headline summer signings. Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano broke the news late on Friday night, confirming the agreement between the two clubs. “EXCLUSIVE: Wolves agree deal in principle to sign Tolu Arokodare as new striker from Genk, here we go! €27m fee agreed with Genk tonight and…
Cardiff City have completed the signing of Nigerian international defender, Gabriel Osho, from French Ligue 1 side AJ Auxerre on a four-year contract for an undisclosed fee. Gabriel Osho, 27, is the second addition of the summer for League One leaders, who are undergoing a squad rebuild under newly appointed manager Brian Barry-Murphy. Osho, well known to English fans for his time at Luton Town, played a key role in the Hatters’ promotion to the Premier League in the 2022/23 season. He went on to score twice in 21 top-flight appearances before moving to France in July 2024. Last season,…
The factional Publicity Secretary of the Labour Party (LP), Arabambi Abayomi, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to arrest, investigate, prosecute the former presidential candidate of the LP, Peter Obi. In an open letter to Tinubu, Abayomi said the President needs to uphold the rule of law and restore public decorum. The factional LP spokeswoman also called for the arrest, investigation and prosecution of activists, Aisha Yesufu and Sarah Ibrahim for their roles in inciting treasonable felony cyber-stalking and cyber-bullying. He stated that he is set to file a Mandamus suit at the Federal High Court in Abuja to…
A renowned journalist, author and columnist, Ike Abonyi, has dismissed claims made by Human Rights Activist and Lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, that former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, tried to offer him money for his support. Abonyi, who alleged that he was present during the meeting which he brokered between Adeyanju and Obi in the run-up to the 2023 elections, explained that Obi never made any such offer. Speaking via a statement released in Abuja on Friday, Abonyi stated that he would not remain silent and allow lies to thrive. Abonyi wrote, “I am at pains joining issues with a friend in…
