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More photos from WBC champion of Tyson Fury’s sensational win over Deontay Wilder More photos from WBC champion of Tyson Fury’s sensational win over Deontay Wilder

Tyson Fury achieved the WBC heavyweight champion title, defeating Deontay Wilder in the 7th round of the Heavyweight championship clash at MGM Grand Arena, Las Vegas. Fury won by a technical knockout after landing multiple devastating headshots on Wilder. Fury knocked out Wilder in the second round, causing Wilder to fall to the canvas for the second time in his career, ultimately leading to his loss against the fitter and more energetic Fury. Both fighters made dramatic ring entrances to a packed-out MGM Grand. Wilder wore a shiny suit of armor with a lighted mask, while Fury entered the ring seated on a golden thron...
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Chimamanda Adichie Hosts Lupita Nyong’o in Lagos (Photos/Video)
23Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Chimamanda Adichie Hosts Lupita Nyong’o in Lagos (Photos/Video)

Chimamanda Adichie, the renowned Nigerian writer, hosted Kenyan-born Hollywood actress, Lupita Nyong'o in Lagos on February 22.   The private reception, held in honor of Lupita Nyong'o, was graced by several Nigerian celebrities including D'banj, Dakore Egbuson-Akande, Omawumi, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Toolz, Femi Kuti, Seun Kuti, Ebuka, Flavour, Bovi, and many others.   This event preceded the screening of Americanah, an upcoming drama miniseries by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, in which Lupita Nyong’o portrays a role. The ten-episode HBO series, directed by Danai Gurira, is an adaptation of Adichie's novel Americanah, which won her the 2013 National Book Critics Circle Fiction award.   Americanah has been a passion project for Nyong’o, who acquired the rights in 2014 after being captivated...
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Twitter Users React to Kelechi Iheanacho Getting “Hit” by Goalkeeper in Manchester City’s Win Over Leicester (Photos/Video)
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Twitter Users React to Kelechi Iheanacho Getting “Hit” by Goalkeeper in Manchester City’s Win Over Leicester (Photos/Video)

During Leicester City's 1-0 defeat on Saturday, Kelechi Iheanacho was knocked down by Manchester City goalkeeper, Ederson, five minutes before half-time as they both vied for the ball.   While attempting to head home James Maddison’s pass, Iheanacho was struck in the face by Ederson, resulting in Leicester's penalty appeal. However, only a corner was awarded. Iheanacho continued after treatment but was substituted at halftime on the advice of the club medical staff.     No penalty or red card was issued and several football fans on Twitter criticized referee Paul Tierney and the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) for not expelling Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson. One user compared Ederson's action to the punches thrown by heavyweight boxers Deontay Wilde...
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Reactions to Fury’s Win Over Deontay Wilder: “Anthony Joshua should avoid Tyson Fury by all means now”
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Reactions to Fury’s Win Over Deontay Wilder: “Anthony Joshua should avoid Tyson Fury by all means now”

British boxer Tyson Fury clinched the WBC Heavyweight championship title after defeating American Boxer Deontay Wilder at the MGM Grand Arena, Las Vegas on Sunday morning. Wilder, previously undefeated in over 40 fights, lost his concentration in the third round after being knocked down by Fury and was eventually deemed unfit to continue in the 7th round, following multiple blows to the head from Fury. Fury now holds the WBC, lineal, and Ring Magazine belts, prompting rapid reactions on social media with many asserting that Fury is now the best heavyweight boxer in the world. Check out some of the reactions below.                                                                                       
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Death of Nigerian Footballer Tiyamu Kazeem Confirmed by Police; Officer Involved to be Arrested
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Death of Nigerian Footballer Tiyamu Kazeem Confirmed by Police; Officer Involved to be Arrested

Confirmation of the death of Nigerian footballer, Tiyamiyu 'Kaka' Kazeem, allegedly killed by a policeman from the Special Anti Robbery Squad (SARS), has been made by the Ogun State Police Command.   Kazeem, who served as the assistant captain and defender of Remo Stars Football Club, was reportedly on his way to Sagamu from Abeokuta with a teammate when they encountered SARS operatives who accused Kazeem of being a 'yahoo boy.'   Despite presenting his identity (ID) card to prove himself as a player of Remo Stars FC, his club stated that the officers insisted on taking them to a nearby station.  While en route, one of the officers allegedly shoved Tiyamiyu into a moving vehicle, resulting in his death.   Public Relations Officer Abimbola Oyeyemi provided a contradicting statemen...
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Tyson Fury stops Deontay Wilder in brutal seventh-round KO to win WBC heavyweight championship (photos/videos)
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Tyson Fury stops Deontay Wilder in brutal seventh-round KO to win WBC heavyweight championship (photos/videos)

Tyson Fury emerged as the new WBC heavyweight champion after defeating Deontay Wilder in a fierce match on Sunday, February 23rd at MGM Grand Arena, Las Vegas. He secured a technical knockout over Wilder in the seventh round. In a thrilling turn of events, Fury knocked out Wilder in the third round, causing the latter to touch the canvas for the second time in his career. In the final round, Wilder was unable to continue after Fury landed a devastating blow, leading to his corner throwing in the towel. The referee called off the match, marking Wilder's first career loss and granting Fury the coveted WBC heavyweight crown. After the match, Wilder showed sportsmanship by acknowledging Fury's victory and expressing his determination to come back stronger in the future. Fury, on the other h...
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A man passes away while observing Jumat prayer at Sokoto Mosque
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A man passes away while observing Jumat prayer at Sokoto Mosque

At Sultan Bello Mosque in Sokoto on Friday February 21, a 71-year-old man named Malam Ahmad Abdullahi passed away while observing the weekly Juma’at prayers along with other worshippers. Abdullahi, who had gone to a nearby shop to buy a blade for shaving in preparation for the Juma’at prayers, prostrated to observe the second raka’at but did not get up to continue the rite. The deceased, who is survived by a wife and three children, reportedly paid a condolence visit to his relatives at Filin Magaji area in Gidadawa community, a few hours before his death. Sharing her husband's last moments, Mallama Halima, who had been married to Abdullahi for 34 years, said; “He went to the mosque in the company of our grandchild, and that was my last interaction with him...
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Nigerians Express Outrage Over the Alleged Killing of Remo Stars Player Tiyamu ‘Kaka’ Kazeem by SARS Operative
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Nigerians Express Outrage Over the Alleged Killing of Remo Stars Player Tiyamu ‘Kaka’ Kazeem by SARS Operative

Remo Stars Football Club (RSFC) assistant captain, Tiyamu 'Kaka' Kazeem, was allegedly killed by a policeman from the Special Anti Robbery Squad (SARS) from the Ogun State Command on Saturday.   Kazeem, a defender, was with his teammate, Sanni Abubakar, on their way to Sagamu after training in Abeokuta on Saturday afternoon when they encountered SARS operatives. The operatives labelled Kazeem as a 'yahoo boy', despite him presenting his identity (ID) card to prove he was a player of Remo Stars FC.   The Remo Stars Football Club released a statement claiming that the two players were being taken to the station when one of the police’s Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) pushed Kazeem out of a moving vehicle, leading to his death.   The death of the young footballer has sparked an out...
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Emir Sanusi: Islam Prohibits Begging, Encourages Seeking Help from Government
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Emir Sanusi: Islam Prohibits Begging, Encourages Seeking Help from Government

On Saturday, February 22, the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, made a significant statement on the issue of "begging". He emphasized that Islam prohibits begging and warned of repercussions in the afterlife for those who engage in it. Citing verses from the Holy Qur’an and Hadith to reinforce his stance, he stated that individuals who resort to begging would face consequences in the afterlife, including resurrection without flesh on their faces. Speaking at the National Conference on Alarammomi (Qur’anic Teachers) with the theme "Sanitising Almajiri In Tune With Today’s Realities" in Dutse, Jigawa, Emir Sanusi urged beggars to redirect their pleas to the government. He also advised parents to reconsider sending their children ...
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23Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Photos from Vice President Yemi Osinbajo’s nephew, Laolu’s wedding Photos from Vice President Yemi Osinbajo’s nephew, Laolu’s wedding

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo's nephew, Laolu Osinbajo, got married to his heartthrob Sekemi Braithwaite on Saturday, February 22.  The couple had their traditional wedding on Thursday, February 20. Their white wedding was attended by friends, family, and the Vice President. Laolu's cousin, Kiki Osinbajo, who shared a photo from the wedding, expressed her happiness for the couple and blessed their home.
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