Joan Laporta, the president of Barcelona, has acknowledged that Kylian Mbappe’s transfer to Real Madrid is unwelcome news for the club. While Laporta respects the decision, he expressed his preference for Barcelona’s strategy of developing homegrown talent through La Masia, the club’s renowned youth academy. Mbappe, who will wear the number 9 shirt at Real […]
Kanye West’s former assistant, Lauren Pisciotta, has filed a lawsuit against the rapper, accusing him of sexual harassment, breach of contract, and wrongful termination. Pisciotta worked for West for two years before being fired in 2022, and claims she was never paid a promised $3 million severance package. The lawsuit alleges that West sent Pisciotta
The Association of Psychiatrists in Nigeria (APIN) has raised an alarm over the acute shortage of psychiatrists in the country, with less than 250 specialists available to cater to the mental health needs of over 216 million Nigerians. This falls far short of the recommended ratio of one psychiatrist to 10,000 population, which would require
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Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has revealed that he kept his distance from ex-teammate Diego Costa’s playful but mischievous behavior in the dressing room. Costa, known for his skills on the field and antics off it, would often play pranks on his teammates, including flicking them with towels and grabbing whatever he could. Mikel
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has published its Representative Exchange Rates for Selected Currencies for June 2024, and Nigeria’s Naira is notably absent from the list. The list features currencies from various countries, including several African nations like Algeria, Botswana, Mauritius, and South Africa. This omission comes as Nigeria struggles to stabilize its exchange rate,
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Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has urged the Federal Government to ensure the immediate payment of all depositors’ funds in full, following the revocation of Heritage Bank’s operating license by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Obi acknowledged the regulators’ decision to revoke the license, citing financial stability concerns, but emphasized the
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Sodiq Ismail, a right-back for Remo Stars, has been called up to the Super Eagles for the first time and is determined to make a strong case for a regular spot on the team. Ismail, along with Olorunleke Ojo and Kenneth Igboke, is one of three home-based players selected for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
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Actress Toyin Abraham has decided to keep her political opinions to herself after facing intense criticism on social media for openly supporting Bola Tinubu in the 2023 elections. Despite her initial enthusiasm, Abraham has been targeted by online trolls, leading her to realize that her public endorsement was a mistake. In a recent exchange, when
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Nigerian rapper Falz has expressed his support for the ongoing labour strike, despite facing personal challenges due to the industrial action. The strike, led by the Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress, has grounded flights and affected businesses, including Falz’s own schedule. The artist was stranded in Uyo after his flight to Lagos was
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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged organized labor to insist on a minimum wage of N120,000, accusing the Federal Government of insincerity in its negotiation. The PDP argues that the government’s extravagance and prioritization of non-essential projects demonstrate its ability to pay a higher minimum wage. In contrast, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has
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