The Nigerian film industry, popularly known as Nollywood, has been thrown into mourning following the demise of one of its aged actors, known as Dayo Adewunmi Sule Suebebe. He died early Wednesday morning at Ibadan’s hospital. The sad news was announced by a popular Ibadan-based cleric, Pastor Ademola Amusan, also known as Agbala Gabriel, who had been caring for the actor in recent months. Announcing Suebebe’s death, Agbala Gabriel wrote on his Facebook page, “It’s a pity, Baba Suebebe died at the hospital this morning. May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace.” The veteran actor was known for his…
Author: Emmanuel Ferdinand
The multiple award-winning Afrobeat sensation showed his humane side when he reportedly stormed the premises of the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital and offered to pay the medical bills for all patients. This act has won praise from fans and netizens. The surprise visit by Burna Boy to the health facility brought excitement to the patients, their families, and the entire health staff. The story of Burna Boy’s charity went viral on social media platforms, with fans and supporters commending the musician for his humane nature. Many praised the superstar for having a giving disposition and went further to…
The Algeria national football team has catapulted to the top of its World Cup qualifying group after emerging 2-1 winners against Uganda in a cracker game played at the Namboole Stadium. In the match held at Namboole Stadium, the Desert Foxes won 2-1 against Uganda to claim the summit of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. This match started as early as expected, with Uganda Cranes on a sweet note as Travis Mutyaba put the home side in joyous moments after successfully scoring in the 9th minute. During the first half, the Ugandan team continued to dominate by applying much…
The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has expressed its disappointment and frustration with the Benin Football Association (FBF) for playing the old Nigerian national anthem during the World Cup qualification match between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Squirrels of Benin Republic on Monday, June 10, 2024. The match, which was played at the Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire, saw the Benin Republic emerge victorious with a 2-1 win over the Super Eagles. However, the controversy surrounding the national anthem has overshadowed the match’s outcome. According to the NFF, the Benin FA was given a recording of the…
Zintle Mofokeng, a finalist from Big Brother Season 4, has opened up about how her ostensible confidence on stage was a facade to hide her fears over self-doubt and the judgement of others. The 25-year-old former club hostess from the Vaal talked to the Daily Sun, saying, “Growing up, I was quite shy and often found myself second-guessing my abilities and decisions like any other person,” she said. She said that a supportive structure has helped her over the years. The Vaal entertainer believes that confidence is a journey, though she only gets support from the structure and people around…
The Sudanese national team has been on an impressive run, with six undefeated games out of their last seven matches. Led by Ghanaian head coach Kwesi Appiah, the team has demonstrated remarkable skill and teamwork, culminating in a resounding 3-0 victory against their rivals, South Sudan. Currently, Sudan sits atop their 2026 World Cup qualifying group, a testament to the team’s hard work and dedication. Coach Appiah’s strategic guidance and expertise have been instrumental in the team’s success as they continue to make waves in the football world. The appointment of Coach Appiah has proven to be a turning point,…
Nigerian track and field star Favour Ofili has set her sights on the upcoming national Olympics trials after a stunning win in the women’s 100m at the New York Grand Prix. On Sunday, Ofili won ahead of an assembled stellar field, including Olympic champion Elaine Thompson-Herah, competing for Jamaica, in a superbly run race to once again convey great form and determination. The 21-year-old Nigerian sprinter, who recently ran a windy 10.78 in Baton Rouge, showed why she is one of the great young, bright talents in Nigeria today by turning back a strong field to win the women’s 100…
Temitope Adeshina has become the first Nigerian woman to clear a height of 1.97 metres in the high jump, qualifying her for the Olympic Games for the first time. Adeshina’s feat surpasses the previous national record held by Doreen Amata since 2016, a testament to her hard work and determination. The 25-year-old high jumper’s achievement is a milestone moment for Nigerian athletics, marking a new era of excellence in the sport. Adeshina’s journey to this historic moment began with her impressive performance at the Corky Classic in Texas, where she set a new national record of 1.96 m. Her consistent…
After weeks of detention, social media influencer and activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has been released from police custody. It’s noteworthy that VeryDarkMan’s arrest and detention were met with outrage, with many people considering it a repressive strike against free speech. His release is considered a win for the cause of getting him released and a confirmation of the effectiveness of the pressure. The activist’s lawyer said that he was indeed released on June 10, 2024, to a Federal High Court in Abuja that granted him bail. No specific mention of the bail condition was made; however,…
The senior team of Senegal battled for a duel victory over Mauritania in a 2026 World Cup qualifier match. This was the lions’ first encounter in the Cheikh Bouya stadium, though they had a stronghold in the first period as Habib Diallo secured the only goal of the match from the effort of Pape Matar Sarr. This win, though, is a relief for Senegal, especially after their 1-1 draw against the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) last Thursday. They lost the top spot in Group B, but with this win, Aliou Cisse’s team briefly tops the group. It was…