Cubana Chief Priest Granted N10 Million Bail After Pleading Not Guilty to Naira Abuse Charges
The Federal High Court in Lagos State has granted businessman Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, N10m bail with two sureties in like sum. Earlier, the celebrity socialite pleaded not guilty to tampering and abusing the naira during his trial. Cubana Chief Priest was arraigned before Justice Kehinde Ogundare on three counts bordering […]
English teams crash out of UEFA Champions League at quarterfinals
Holders Manchester City are out of the Champions League following a penalty shoot-out defeat to Real Madrid in an epic encounter at the Etihad Stadium. After a 1-1 draw on the night that left the teams tied 4-4 on aggregate, Antonio Rudiger scored the winning spot-kick after Bernardo Silva and Mateo Kovacic had their attempts […]
Biopic on Funmilayo Ransome Kuti will hit cinemas May 17
‘Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti,’ a biopic by Bolanle Austen Peters, has been scheduled for nationwide cinema release on May 17, 2024, following a well-received limited screening in 2023. Starring Joke Silva, Kehinde Bankole, Adunni Ade, Iyimide Ayo-Olumoko, Ibrahim Suleiman, and Iremide Adeoye, the movie tells the tale of Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti’s mother, from her groundbreaking years […]
Businessman and Socialite Cubana Chief Priest to be Arraigned for Alleged Abuse of Naira
Today, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is set to arraign Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, before the Federal High Court in Lagos over allegations of abusing the Nigerian currency, the Naira. Cubana Chief Priest is facing a three-count charge of allegedly spraying and tampering with the Naira at a social […]
‘World Athletics’ prize money at Games goes against Olympic spirit
World Athletics’ decision to award prize money at the Paris Olympics goes against the Olympic spirit, says the head of cycling’s governing body. World Athletics will become the first federation to offer prize money at an Olympics this summer, which will see Gold medallists in athletics events earn $50,000 (£39,400). Given the Olympics’ origins as […]
Dortmund and PSG advance to UEFA Champions League Semi finals
Borussia Dortmund reached their first Champions League semi-final in 11 years by producing a superb second-half comeback to beat Atletico Madrid 5-4 on aggregate. Having lost the first leg 2-1 in Madrid, Dortmund quickly turned things around with Julian Brandt and Chelsea loanee Ian Maatsen both scoring from tight angles in the first half. Dortmund […]
British lawmakers back smoking ban for those born after 2009
MPs have backed a plan to ban anyone born after 2009 from buying cigarettes, effectively ensuring it will become law. The measures, championed by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, survived despite opposition from several leading Tory figures – including two ex-PMs. The Tobacco and Vapes Bill passed by 383 votes to 67. If they become law, […]
Kai Cenat Prepares Legal Action Against OnlyFans Model Layla Red Over Alleged Private Image Leak
Popular Twitch streamer Kai Cenat finds himself embroiled in a legal battle against OnlyFans model Layla Red following allegations of the unauthorized release of private images and messages. The controversy erupted after Layla Red purportedly shared conversations that allegedly showed Cenat agreeing to pay $5,000 for sexual services, resulting in her Instagram account suspension. Addressing […]
Victony Set for Kampala concert this month
At the end of April, Kampala will host the third Malembe Block Party, which will feature singer Victony as the featured performer. Real name Anthony Ebuka Victor, Victory has amassed a devoted fan base thanks to successes like “Soweto,” “Kolomental,” “Apollo,” and his most recent single, “Everything.” His popularity in the Afrobeats genre was further […]
Cole Palmer’s Four Goals Propel Chelsea to 6-0 Victory Over Everton
Cole Palmer scored four goals to put Chelsea within touching distance of the Premier League’s top six after a 6-0 win over Everton on Monday. The England international has been a shining light in an otherwise disappointing campaign for the Blues and moved level with Manchester City striker Erling Haaland’s 20 Premier League goals in […]
