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Iheanacho, Sanusi, Uzoho Lead List Of Top-Performing Nigerian Footballers Overseas.
Nigerian footballers delivered impressive performances across Europe over the weekend, recording vital goals, title successes, and standout contributions for their respective clubs.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In Scotland, Kelechi Iheanacho emerged as the hero for Celtic after scoring the decisive goal in a 2-1 victory over Hibernian. The striker’s close-range finish marked another strong outing following his return from injury, taking his tally to four goals in six matches and helping Celtic move level on points with league leaders Heart of Midlothian. In Cyprus, goalkeeper Francis Uzoho celebrated a major milestone as AC Omonia clinched the 2025/26 Cypriot First Division title with a commanding 3-0 win over Aris Limassol. The triumph ended the club’s five-year wait for the league crown and secured qualification for next season’s UEFA Champions League qualifiers, with Uzoho claiming his first league title since joining the club. Nathan Tella and Igoh Ogbu also made significant impacts, opening their goal accounts for the 2025/26 season. Tella starred for Bayer Leverkusen with a goal and an assist in a dominant 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig, while Ogbu found the net in SK Slavia Prague’s 2-1 win against Slovan Liberec. Their strong performances are expected to boost their chances of earning spots in Eric Chelle’s Unity Cup squad. In England, Femi Azeez scored twice for Millwall in their clash against Oxford United, but despite his brilliant display, the club narrowly missed automatic promotion after Ipswich Town defeated Queens Park Rangers. Millwall will now shift focus to the play-offs, where they face Hull City. In Portugal, Zaidu Sanusi made a successful return from injury as FC Porto secured the Primeira Liga title with a 1-0 win over Alverca. The Nigerian defender started the match and delivered a solid performance before being substituted at half-time. Other Nigerian Stars Across Europe In France, Moses Simon played the entire match as Paris FC cruised to a 4-0 victory over Brest. In Belgium, Raphael Onyedika came off the bench to help Club Brugge secure a 3-1 win over Anderlecht, keeping their title hopes firmly on track. In Cyprus, Peter Olayinka featured for APOEL as the club maintained pressure in the title race. Meanwhile, in Greece, Bruno Onyemaechi was absent as Olympiacos suffered a 3-1 defeat to PAOK, a result that complicated their chase for league leaders AEK Athens.
Wole Oluyede, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Ekiti State, has publicly stated that he does not have a political godfather. During an interview on the Channels Television program Politics Today on Thursday, he emphasized that the people of Ekiti State are his only godfathers as the state prepares for the upcoming governorship election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Oluyede urged voters to place their faith in his vision and his history of investing in the state.
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He highlighted that he is the only individual currently willing to invest his personal time, money, and energy into the state to prove that conditions can be improved.
Concerns Regarding Security
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The candidate expressed significant suspicion and wariness regarding the fairness of the police force currently operating in Ekiti State.
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He alleged that his supporters have been arrested without justification.
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Conversely, Oluyede claimed that agents of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in his hometown attacked citizens with machetes but were not subjected to arrest, prompting him to question the neutrality of security operations.
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Burial Style Under Fire: Yomi Casual’s Wife Reveals The Truth Behind Alex Ekubo’s Outfit!.
Grace Makun, the wife of fashion designer Yomi Casual, recently shared the profound emotional toll her husband faced while creating the final outfit for his late friend, actor Alex Ekubo. Alex Ekubo was laid to rest on Thursday, June 18, 2026, in Arochukwu, Abia State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
An Emotional Final Task
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Grace revealed on Instagram that this assignment was the most difficult in Yomi’s career, highlighting the stark contrast to their usual playful, insult-filled banter when Yomi would finish a suit for the actor.
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When Yomi reached out to say the suit was ready, the lack of a response forced him to confront the painful reality that he had to take the garment to a funeral home to dress his friend for the last time.
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Grace expressed concern over how her husband could begin to heal after enduring such a harrowing experience.
A Labor of Love and Perfection
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Throughout the process, Yomi worked tirelessly, driven by the fear that Alex would have been upset if the suit did not meet his exacting standards of perfection.
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Yomi personally oversaw every detail, insisting on honoring the actor’s unique taste and personality despite his own overwhelming grief.
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Grace noted that although Yomi was in visible pain, he found a sense of closure after ensuring his friend looked dapper one final time.
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Concluding her tribute, Grace praised her husband’s strength and courage during this incredibly difficult period, honoring the deep bond between the two men.
The Fuji music community is mourning the loss of its oldest active practitioner, Alhaji Love Azeez Oladeji, who has passed away at 81.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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The veteran musician died at his home in Lagos State on Wednesday following a short illness.
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Adekunle Abiodun, the General Secretary of the Fuji Musicians Association of Nigeria, confirmed the news and shared his condolences on Facebook.
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Referring to him as “Baba wa,” Abiodun honored Oladeji’s status as a respected elder within the industry.
Legacy and Final Rites
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As one of the pioneers of Fuji music, Oladeji’s death signifies the conclusion of a significant chapter for traditional Yoruba music and the wider Fuji industry.
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The musician was laid to rest on Thursday, June 18, in accordance with Islamic tradition.
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The funeral was attended by his family, associates, and representatives from the Fuji music community.
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His passing is the latest in a series of notable losses within the Nigerian entertainment sector over the past few months.
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