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Femi Dapson sparks backlash over romance views after revealing he delayed pursuing fiancée Simi Sanya due to financial instability, igniting debate on love and money.

Filmmaker, Femi Dapson, sparks backlash over “money-first” views on romance

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Nigerian videographer Femi Dapson has ignited online debate after admitting that financial stability played a key role in his pursuit of love with fiancée Simi Sanya. During The Love and Money Conversation, hosted by Meristem Nigeria, Dapson said he deliberately avoided approaching women early in his career because he felt financially unprepared. “I know money […]

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Dangote Refinery expansion gets $400m boost, targets 1.4m bpd

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Dangote Group has signed a $400 million equipment deal with China’s XCMG Construction Machinery Co., Ltd., giving a major boost to its plan to expand the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. The deal is expected to support the refinery’s expansion from 650,000 barrels per day to 1.4 million barrels per day, a move that could make it

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Robert Duvall dies aged 95 as the veteran American filmmaker and Oscar-winning actor passes away peacefully at his Virginia home, sparking tributes from Al Pacino and Francis Ford Coppola.

American filmmaker, Robert Duvall, dies aged 95

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Veteran American filmmaker and actor Robert Duvall has died at the age of 95. Duvall, famous for his roles in The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, died peacefully at his home in Middleburg, Virginia, on Sunday. His wife, Luciana Duvall, confirmed the news in a statement released through his public relations team. “Bob passed away peacefully

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J. Cole to play professional basketball in China as he signs with the Nanjing Monkey Kings, marking his third stint in pro basketball while maintaining his music career.

FULL LIST: J. Cole’s The Fall-Off Tour confirmed cities and dates

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J. Cole has officially confirmed the full list of cities and dates for his 2026 “The Fall-Off Tour,” marking his return to solo touring for the first time in five years. The rapper will hit arenas across more than 50 cities in 15 countries, taking the tour through North America, Europe, the U.K., Australia, New

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Six passengers killed in Brazil bus crash on the BR-153 highway near Marilia, Sao Paulo state, leaving 45 others injured as authorities launch an investigation into the cause.

Brazil: Six passengers killed, 45 injured in bus crash

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Six people were confirmed dead on Monday after a passenger bus crashed on the BR-153 federal highway in Sao Paulo state, southeastern Brazil, leaving 45 others injured, as per Reuters. The crash happened near the city of Marilia in the early hours of the day, according to the Sao Paulo state fire department, which announced

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Gateway Trade fair: Dangote highlights continental ambitions, reinforces Nigeria’s export potential

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Dangote Industries Limited (DIL) has unveiled a bold strategy to boost Nigeria’s exports and strengthen its position in agriculture and industry. The announcement was made during Dangote Special Day at the 15th Gateway International Trade Fair in Abeokuta. Hajiya Fatima Aliko-Dangote, Group Executive Director, Commercial Operations, represented by Mr. Tunde Mabogunje, Dangote Cement Plc’s Regional

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Couple’s post-fight makeup video stir mixed reactions online

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A couple’s TikTok video showing how they make up after a heated argument has triggered mixed reactions online after it surfaced on X following Valentine’s Day. The clip, which has been widely shared since late Saturday, appears to capture the aftermath of an earlier video the couple reportedly recorded but did not post. A love-themed

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Lagos food giveaway turned chaotic after a Nigerian lady’s charity act spiralled out of control as a crowd rushed her vehicle, forcing her to flee, sparking reactions online.

Lady recounts how food giveaway turned chaotic in viral video

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A Nigerian lady has recounted how a food giveaway she organised in Lagos turned chaotic, after a crowd reportedly rushed her vehicle and forced her to flee for safety. The incident, captured in a 58-second video now circulating online, showed the woman sharing food provisions from the back of her car on a busy Lagos

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Worshippers hail rainfall as blessings during a night service in Lagos and Ibadan, praising the rain as a sign of faith. The event sparked mixed reactions online, with some celebrating devotion and others raising health and priority concerns.

Worshippers hail rainfall as blessings during night service

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Rain fell during a night worship event in Lagos and Ibadan on Valentine’s eve, but attendees remained undeterred, raising their hands and phones while praising it as a blessing. Video footage shared by Oyindamola captured the drenched crowd chanting and celebrating, drawing thousands of reactions online. Some viewers saw the event as a sign of

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