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AGN suspends actor Moses Armstrong over alleged sexual assault

  According to an official statement signed by the Guild’s national president Emeka Rollas, the decision to suspend the actor became imperative amid an ongoing police investigation into the serious allegations of sexual assault. “ Actor Moses Armstrong has been placed on indefinite suspension by the National Executive Committee of the Actors Guild of Nigeria over his arrest by the police on allegation of raping a minor,”  the statement culled from Punch read. “In a suspension letter signed by the National President Ejezie Emeka Rollas Armstrong’s suspension was based on facts emanating from the preliminary investigations conducted by the Guild on the allegation. “Actors Guild of Nigeria has been in the forefront of advocacy against violation of women, such as rape, molestation, and all form of abuse therefore, the allegation against Moses Armstrong is capable of tarnishing the good image and reputation of our noble Guild if urgent action is not taken in accordance with the con...

Kalvin Phillips: Man City agree transfer deal to sign England midfielder from Leeds United

  Midfielder Kalvin Phillips came through the youth academy at Leeds United; Man City is set to pay a fee in the region of £45m to £50m for the England international. England international Phillips is moving closer to leaving his boyhood club, where he came through the academy and flourished under former boss Marcelo Bielsa. The deal has yet to be officially completed as Phillips still needs to agree on personal terms and pass a medical. Out of loyalty to Leeds, the only club he would have joined was Manchester City and he has turned down approaches from other clubs. The 26-year-old will look to fill the void left by Fernandinho at City, who revealed he will be leaving the club this summer after nine years with the club.

Cristiano Ronaldo: Manchester United star not for sale despite reports of sensational move to Chelsea

  Cristiano Ronaldo is not for sale and Manchester United expects him to remain at Old Trafford, despite reports linking the Portuguese star with a move to Chelsea. Cristiano Ronaldo's agent met Chelsea's new co-owner Todd Boehly last week, but Manchester United believes the Portuguese star will remain at Old Trafford ahead of the new Premier League season United's failure to qualify for the Champions League and lack of signings so far this summer has led to reports that Ronaldo may want to leave. His agent Jorge Mendes met Chelsea's new co-owner Todd Boehly last week and Ronaldo was mentioned during the meeting, but last month new United manager Erik ten Hag confirmed Ronaldo was part of his future plans. Ronaldo will be 38 when his United contract runs out next summer.

Arsenal has reached an agreement in principle with Manchester City to sign Gabriel Jesus.

Arsenal has reached an agreement in principle with Manchester City to sign Gabriel Jesus. There is still work to do to finalize the deal, including medical and personal terms but the fee is understood to be £45m. Arsenal is also expected to go back in with an improved bid for Leeds United forward Raphinha. The north London club put in nearly six months of work with Jesus' representative Marcello Pettinati to ensure they were in pole position to recruit him from the Premier League champions this summer. Jesus indicated his desire to move to the Emirates at the start of June and the only hindrance so far has been the distance between the valuations of both clubs. Jesus wants to reunite with Mikel Arteta, who would regularly offer individual coaching and advice when serving as assistant to Pep Guardiola. Arsenal's strength of pursuit, the fact they are desperately in need of an attacker in his mold, and the opportunity for Jesus to assume more responsibility appeals. "Gabriel...

Drama as lawyer storms Supreme Court dressed as native doctor

  There was a mild drama at the Supreme Court premises in Abuja on Thursday when a human rights activist Malcolm Omirhobo appeared in his lawyer robe complemented with other traditional apparel.   The human rights lawyer, who said he is a traditionalist, argued that his decision was based on the Supreme Court judgment that ruled in favor of Muslim students wearing their hijab in Lagos schools. “I am a traditionalist. I have been missing all along until the Supreme Court gave the judgment on Friday that people can now appear in their religious attires of worship in their school and public school for that matter,” he told Channels Television. “So, in the circumstance, I just interpreted everything and said they have done the right thing by guaranteeing more of our rights under Section 38 of the Constitution that gives Nigerians the freedom of thought, conscience, and religion from that decision that female students can wear hijab because it is the mode of their worship and ...

Lady reveals how Burna Boy’s gift to her turned her into a renowned businesswoman.

  A lady has revealed how Burnaboy’s gift to her has turned her into a renowned businesswoman. She said she was at one of Burnaboy’s concerts, at the concert, the cameraman kept on showing her and her friends, then at a point he stood up tore off his shirt and gave it to her which she made into a cute top. Everyone who saw the top loved it and wanted to buy it from her and later turned the clothing into a top and subsequently started getting offers from Burna’s fans, one even offered to buy it for as much as $1,000 (N610,000). The lady shared a video reel that captured the entire story from when she was given the shirt to when an unknown person slid into her DM offering to buy the piece of clothing. The person said that they wished to keep the shirt as a trophy item.

Real Housewives of Lagos Reunion to premiere July

  Showmax has officially confirmed a Reunion show set to air on July 1 and 8, exclusively on the streamer. Expectedly, the Reunion show will feature some housewives throwing hands and being involved in heated arguments. The trailer unveiled the celebrities in stunning Nigerian looks, and also teased a near-cat fight between Chioma and Toyin Lawani. The hit series wrapped up a week ago after 12 thrilling episodes. The season finale ended with former besties Chioma and Caroline going for each other’s jugular over an argument about a previous fight between the latter and Iyabo Ojo. So far, Live spot 360, the series’ production company, has shared sparse details of a new season. However, some of the housemates have hinted at returning for season two. Season one followed the lives and relationships of celebs Caroline Danjuma, Iyabo Ojo, Laura Ikeji, Toyin Lawani, Chioma Goodhair, and Mariam Timmer. RHOL is Showmax’s third Nigerian Original and arguably the most successful.

Singer Ayodeji Balogun AKA Wizkid’s first baby mama, Shola Ogudu has urged Nigerians not to blame Chrisland school for the immoral act committed by some of its students.

  Singer Ayodeji Balogun AKA Wizkid’s first baby mama, Shola Ogudu has urged Nigerians not to blame Chrisland school for the immoral act committed by some of its students. DAILY POST had reported that the Lagos State Government on Monday shut down Chrisland after footage of a 10-year-old female student being allegedly gang-raped and abused by some students emerged. The footage which has gone viral shows the pupils in a sexual act that the  mother of the female student  said was done under the influence. Reacting, Shola on her Instagram page said that the 10-year-old belonged to a clique known for engaging in nasty activities. She said her son, Tife brought the video to her attention and when confronted the minor was not remorseful. Shola noted that while in Dubai the teachers worked hard to take care of the student on different floors. She added that the students waited until midnight to do the ‘nasty act and the word RAPE’ is being used loosely without considering how mu...

Popular Nigerian gospel singer, Mercy Chinwo, has announced her engagement.

Popular Nigerian gospel singer, Mercy Chinwo, has introduced her engagement.   The Excess Love crooner made the statement thru her validated Instagram account.   The singer gave the call of her husband-to-be as Pastor Blessed Uzochikwa.   Sharing the coolest information with numerous snapshots of herself and her lover, Mercy Chinwo wrote, “I`m blessed to be blessed with @theofficialblessed.  The thoughts of doing the next phase and the rest phase of my life with you make the blessing more real. I love you, Sweet.”  The husband-to-be additionally took to his Instagram to thank his spouse-to-be for announcing Yes to him.   He wrote, “I`m The Man The Lord Showed Mercy! @mercychinwo thank you for announcing YES! I LOVE YOU DEARLY!   “Ecclesiastes 9:9 Live thankfully with the lady you adore thru all of the meaningless days of lifestyles that God has given you below the sun. The spouse God offers you is your REWARD for all of yo...

Tonto Dikeh has joined the race to the Government House of Rivers State or 2023 elections.

   Tonto Dikeh has joined the push to the Government House of Rivers State or 2023 races.   The entertainer declared that she has been picked because the strolling mate of Mr. Tonte Ibraye who will assign the gubernatorial political race on the inspiration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).   Tonto Dikeh shared the venture banner on her Instagram web page on Friday, June 24, expressing gratitude towards Ibraye for the honor.   She delivered that their management can be hoping to position extremely in pleasant safety as she recommended everyone to get their PVC in expectation.