South Africa’s grocery retailer ShopRite has debunked the report that it’s leaving Africa’s biggest market, Nigeria, 15 years after it opened shop in the West African country.
The Country Director for Chastex Consult, Ini Archibong, told Vanguard ;
“Shoprite is not leaving Nigeria. “We have only just opened to Nigerian investors which we have also been talking to just before now. We are not leaving, who leaves over a $30billion investment and close shop? It doesn’t sound right. “We only gave this opportunity to Nigeria investors to come in and also help drive our expansion plan in Nigeria. So we are not leaving. “I have tried to say this to many people as I can. There should be no panic at all and all of that. There is no truth in that report.”
Suspected kidnappers have killed a staff of the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency, Mr. Ngor, in Barkin Ladi, Plateau state after collecting N200, 000 ransom from his family members.
According to reports, the suspected kidnappers trailed late Ngor to his home at the Yakubu Gowon Airport staff quarters in Barkin Ladi in Plateau state last Friday, July 31. The suspected kidnappers forced their way into his apartment, shooting sporadically into the air to ward off anyone who might want to come to rescue him.
After they whisked him away to their hideout, the kidnappers made their first contact with members of his family, demanding the sum of Ten Million Naira but after the family members negotiated, they agreed to collect Two Hundred Thousand Naira as ransom. The family members dropped off the money at the agreed point in exchange for his safe return. The relatives then went to the place where the kidnappers said they would drop off Mr. Ngor. Sadly, it was his corpse they met.
His wife who spoke on how the incident happened, said
We were in the house when unknown gunmen came in. They knocked the door and we opened. We decided to run away through the back door but they came after us. As I was trying to drag him, they hit me with their gun and then carried my husband away”
The state police command says it is investigating the matter and would ensure the culprits are arrested and brought to book.
A Nigerian lady has taken to her facebook page to narrate the shocking story of a man who rejected his kids because of the unique color of their eyes.
According to Facebook user, Alabi Rukayat Oyindamola, the beautiful kids lack proper care and they were rejected simply because they had blue eyes.
Her facebook post reads ;
I traveled to ilorin this Eid period and I saw this small girl she lives around my house(ilorin). Her name is Kaosara she is 8year of age she is an indegen, she also have a junior sister Hassanat(kehinde) her taiwo is late due to lack of proper care and and rejection from the father because she has special qualities(her blue eyes). Her mother’s name is Risiqot.
Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Leo Da Silva has reacted to the ‘romantic movie’ that played out last night between Erica and Kiddwaya.
It’s no longer news that Erica and love interest, Kiddwaya were engrossed in an intense romantic session at a point, it seemed like Kidd was doing some servicing ‘under the duvet’. (Read Here)
The couple have been trending on social media all day and 2018 housemate, Leo, has now downplayed what must have happened last night.
Leo is of the opinion that Erica is a talented actor and as such, might have been rehearsing a role last night.
His post on twitter reads ;
Don’t rule out the fact that Erica might be acting. She’s a fantastic actor. Big brother could be just one big movie production to her.
Don’t rule out the fact that Erica might be acting. She’s a fantastic actor. Big brother could be just one big movie production to her.
Nigerian singer and songwriter, Praiz, has reacted to BBNaija Erica and Kiddwaya’s under the duvet action last night.
The sexual tension between Erica and Kiddwaya heated up last night after they had their first kiss during a truth or dare game last week. The duo had a steamy session last night and some Nigerians are already blasting them for it.
Singer Praiz has now taken to Twitter to defend them, saying it’s no big deal and the show is not for kids.
“Kiddwaya and Erica had something and so? The show is rated 18. Why exactly are people angry? What’s the reason for the outburst???
There’s no big deal in what anybody has done in the house. Everything na by choice. ??” he tweeted.
Last night, Erica and Kiddwaya were caught ‘doing things’ under the duvet, after last night’ eviction which saw Lilo and Ka3na exit the show. See here
While other housemates were fast asleep, Erica and love interest, Kiddwaya, were entangled under the duvet and the camera angles became kind enough to show ‘under the sheet movement’ and also Erica’s face as something was definitely going on with the duo.
While we cannot officially confirm there was sexual intercourse, observers and fans from twitter deduced that there was some ‘finger!ng’ going on.
From her facial expressions, it was quite clear that Kiddiwaya had hit the “gold mine”.
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The reggae artiste, recently dropped a jam, tagged “Abule”, which was produced Telz.
This new jam is a record off his forthcoming third studio album, “The THREE”.
‘Abule’ is a record that talks about ghetto love, loving your indigenous lady truly without pointing out her major flaws. It’s a perfect blend of Afrobeat, Reggae and the pop sound.
Billionaire Business Mogul, Femi Otedola recently took to his social media page to show off his darling wife, Nana, as she clocked a new age on Sunday, August 2.
Femi Otedola, in a celebratory post wished the mother of his children a simple happy birthday.
Nollywood actress, Anita Joseph has fueled a debate on social media after she shared her thoughts on relationships.
Anita Joseph revealed in a video on her Instagram page that women don’t want flowers from men but rather, all they want is money.
The happily married Nollywood star also added that her husband’s money is for the two of them but whatever money she makes from her work is solely for her alone.
In her words ;
If you want to make your woman happy, don’t stop giving her money… this is why you need to work hard.
I always tell my husband, your money is our money but my money is my money.
The duo were spotted sipping drinks amid friends as they cheered, laughed out loud and had discussions. Although the video had no audible sound, they were all smiling and appeared to be having a good time.
It should be recalled that few days ago, DJ Cuppy declared support for Kiddwaya as she shared a throwback photo with him.
Nigerian fashion designer, Fisayo Longe recently shared what she has learned from women before her concerning this topic.
In a recent tweet, she revealed that she has learnt not to make huge sacrifices for men as they do not deserve such loyalty and commitment.
Longe went on to advise women that they could make small compromises but never forget their purpose and the path they want to be on.
She wrote: “If there’s one thing I have learned from women before me, it is to not make huge life-altering sacrifices for men. They do not deserve such loyalty and commitment. Sure, compromise here and there. But make sure that your life is still on the path and purpose you intended before him. Most importantly, know yourself and your purpose before any man.”
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If there's one thing I have learned from women before me, it is to not make huge life-altering sacrifices for men. They do not deserve such loyalty and commitment.
Big Brother Naija 2018 star, Rico Swavey has shared an insight on how he helped this year’s contestant, Nengi get into the BBNaija house.
According to Rico, Nengi sent him a DM in 2018, ended and asked for his help with regards to auditioning for BBNaija.
He also said that ever since that DM, he mentored Nengi and he’s happy that although she did not make it into the house in 2019, she successfully got picked in 2020.
His tweet reads ;
“In 2018 a fan sent me a DM on Instagram telling me she will like to audition for #BBNaija “Since then I have been mentoring her .. “She tried in 2019 but wasn’t picked. “This year she succeeded…. I’m going to support her till the end. That fan is NENGI.”
In 2018 a fan sent me a DM on Instagram telling me she will like to audition for #BBNaija
Since then I have been mentoring her .. She tried in 2019 but wasn't picked.
The Police in Lagos state recently rescued a 45-year-old man, Adeyinka Abiodun, who attempted to jump into the lagoon on July 31.
A statement by the state police command’s spokesperson, Bala Elkana, says Adeyinka was rescued and taken to Bariga Police Station for questioning and debriefing.
According to Bala, Adeyinka who is married with two children, said sometime in March this year, he took a N390,000 loan with a monthly repayment plan for six months and accrued interest of N142,287:25 from a microfinance bank in Lagos Island.
Bala said Adeyinka who holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics and a Masters Degree in Business Administration, told the police that the loan was collected with the intent to upgrade his wine retail business, but the business failed and the money lost.
The Police spokesman said the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, moved with compassion, came to the rescue by repaying Adeyinka’s loan which has been confirmed at the microfinance bank.
Bala said this would be the 8th suicide attempt successfully foiled by the Police in Lagos, in the last two months.
Seven women, including two housewives, were on, Thursday, July 30th, suffocated to death at a hairdresser’s salon in Rijau, Niger state.
The women were ported to have visited the salon to dress their hair in readiness for the Eid el Kabir festival.
According to reports, while they were waiting for their turn, it suddenly began to rain and the generator used to power the equipment had to be moved into the salon with the door closed.
It was gathered that the generator worked for several hours until it ran out of fuel. According to reports, relations of the hairdresser and her customers mounted a search for them when they did not return home after a very long time.
One of the relations was reported to have suggested that the door to the salon should be forced open.
On opening it, the lifeless bodies of the women were found on the ground. Their remains have since been buried according to Muslim rites.
Big Brother Naija housemate, Eric, seems to have moved on following the eviction of his lover, Lilo.
Eric could not hold back the tears on sunday after show host, Ebuka, confirmed that his lover LILO, had been evicted. He was consoled by his fellow housemates and moments later, was seen eating noodles to ease the pain.
While discussing his feelings later on, he admitted he misses her but they should watch out for him because he is about to play a whole new game.
Nigerians have expressed their shock after a Twitter user shared a pack of Hydroxychloroquine sulfate and revealed that the drug was being sold at 50,000 Naira in a Port Harcourt Pharmacy.
The drug became highly sought after, after a Nigerian-trained US-based medical doctor claimed that she has used a combination of hydroxychloroquine, zinc, and Zithromax to treat over 350 Covid-19 patients and none of them died.
While her claim has been highly disputed, the demand for the drug has skyrocketed which has made it quite expensive.
There’s been claims that a pharmacy in Port Harcourt is selling a packet of Hydroxychloroquine sulfate, containing 60 tablets, for 50,000 Naira and Nigerians netizens are stunning over the development.
Mrs Florence Ajimobi, widow of the former governor of Oyo state, late Abiola Ajimobi, says her husband made heaven and is currently at peace with God.
The former first lady said this when she received a delegation of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ at her Oluyole, Ibadan home over the weekend.
The former governor died on Thursday, June 25 in Lagos from COVID-19 complications
Mrs. Ajimobi while relieving her moments with her deceased husband, said her greatest consolation was that he made heaven and he is at peace with God.
”I’m crying because I miss him. I miss everything about him. I miss his love, advice, having him around me, he was my strength. He was my greatest supporter. He thinks I’m a strong woman, but this time, I tell you I am not a strong woman. He used to give me all the strength I needed as a woman. So, when I cry, it is not because he did not achieve much, but because I miss so much about him. I don’t want to behave like an unbeliever because I know nothing happens without God’s input. We are all here one day and we are all going back one day. Nobody knows when death is going to come. I believe so much in destiny and I believe my husband’s time was up.
He lived a fulfilled life. What does it profit a man even if he lived up to 90 years and he can’t make heaven? Abiola Ajimobi made heaven and he is at peace with God. That is my greatest consolation. That is my joy. I cried and was sad because I miss him.
For those of you that are here today, I say thank you from the depth of my heart. On behalf of my children and the entire family, I say thank you. What we are doing here today is to prove to the world that he lives on. My husband is not physically here, but I know his spirit lives on. This is because to live in the heart of people you love means you live forever. His legacies will continue to be upheld, God helping us, everything he has achieved in Oyo State and Nigeria by extension will forever live on.“ she said
Popular Nollywood actress, Anita Joseph has taken to he social media page to urge guys to always give girls money.
According to her, Nigerian girls prefer money over flowers.
In a video she shared on her Instagram page, Anita Joseph said that the only way a man can easily gain access to a woman’s heart is to give her money. She went on to advise men not to waste their resources on getting her flowers.
One of her followers noted that the only flowers she accepts are the ones that are designed with money.
Sunday’s eviction saw the crashing of some major ships in the Big Brother Naija ‘lockdown’ house but it also seems to have marked the beginning of another – Kiddwaya and Erica.
While other housemates were fast asleep, Erica and love interest, Kiddwaya, were entangled under the duvet and the camera angles became kind enough to show ‘under the sheet movement’ and also Erica’s face as something was definitely going on with the duo.
While we cannot officially confirm there was sexual intercourse, observers and fans from twitter deduced that there was some ‘finger!ng’ going on.
From her facial expressions, it was quite clear that Kiddiwaya had hit the “gold mine”.
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Viewers of the Big Brother Naija Lockdown Edition are blaming Lilo for her eviction tonight!
Many viewers are of the opinion that she may have caused her eviction for being too attached to Eric.
One Twitter user, @CO_Chiamaka wrote; “Lilo wey suppose dy the same league with Nengi and Erica. Mtchewww”
Lilo wey suppose dy the same league with Nengi and Erica. Mtchewww
— Chi Chi (Nengi Nengs for the money)~ Stay Jiggy? (@CO_Chiamaka) August 2, 2020
@Queenyetty1_: On goddddd! She just ruined her chances! People didn’t get to see her beauty, vibes and awesomeness. Na kiss she dey kiss upandan.
@Gent2soul2: Eric 6 pack attract her & lost d game….u said u have bf B4 coming into d house, y do u glue to Eric alone in d house.U are out now without Eric..how do u want d outside bf to feel…it show that u go BBN house bcoz of man
@Sisi_Nene101: I swear! I went through her IG and I’m like see this hot babe, came to give us nonsense love vibes! She played herself.
@Chymily1: She spoilt her game and even when biggie wanted her to reset her brain. She refised.
@_theprincealex: Girl is quality but sadly she got no vibes. Sticking around one guy and giving us nothing to talk about. ??
Big Brother Naija Housemate, Laycon has finally expressed his feelings for Erica.
After the Sunday Live Eviction today, which saw Lilo and Ka3na evicted from the Lockdown house, Laycon pulled Erica aside to confess his feelings towards her.
“I’ll feel bad if I went home today and I never told you this”, Laycon said.
…and Erica also replied him saying that the feeling is mutual, but she as well likes Kiddwaya at the same time.
According to Erica, she likes them both for different things. She said she likes Laycon for the mental connection they have and that Kiddywaya’s attraction is just physical.
Erica asked him why he likes her and he replied saying “when i like you, I like you not because I expect you to like me back but because I think you’re likeable.
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@JoyMirabella: When Laycon said to Erica,when i like you,i like you not because i expect you to like me back but because i think you’re likeable… Awwwnnnn,am so enjoying this convoSmiling face with heart-shaped eyesTwo hearts #BBNaija
@Kapacity_45: Laycon is a man. Laycon is the man. Laycon manned up and told Erica his feelings. Jeez! I respect this guy.
I actually enjoyed Laycon and Erica’s conversation. Letting someone know you feel and even if it’s not being reciprocated, at least you got it off your chest. That way you won’t feel awkward around that person. Rejection is not easy yunno ?. Laycon I STAN! #BBnaijapic.twitter.com/qbC6yMOF27
Let it be on record that #Laycon shot his shot at #Erica even before #kiddwaya. Let it also be on record that even though we icons prefer him focus on the mullah over any entanglement, we are so proud that he is so confident to go for what he truly likes#BBNaijaLockdown#BBNaijapic.twitter.com/s2swxTJSxQ
Nigerians are currently dragging Big Brother Naija housemate, Eric for eating indomie peacefully with his guys barely an hour after Lilo was evicted.
According to the aggrieved fans, Eric wasn’t moved by Lilo’s eviction since he can still eat indomie without ‘feeling sober’ at least.
“Eric has already moved on in less than one hour. Look at him eating noodles. Girls we need to wise up. Someone that is supposed to be sober at least tonight. SMH”, Twitter user, Rose_Ude wrote.
Lilo was the second housemate to be evicted from the Big Brother Naija housemate. However, despite her eviction, she maintained that she still loves Eric.
Some comments;
@iyaboys: Ladies, pls learn lessons frm today’s eviction o. Did u see Eric struggling with others to wack indomie from the pot; and even made sure he scrapped d pot after his supposed lover’s eviction. If u allow anyone ruin your game in life, u will eat tears and d person will eat food.
@NimatullahiIbr1: Gosh men are scum. See as Eric is just enjoying his noodles as if nothing happened. Too bad for Lilo, if she was the one in his shoes she won’t eat for days oo.
@majorayodele: Lilo is senseless. She could not differentiate between playing a game and being played. She lost focus just before. Imagine in less than 30 mins this guy don dey hustle for food! Life no balance ooo.
@IamNneomaa: When Bambam left, Teddy A cried like a baby. When Esther left, Frodd cried like a baby too. But look at Eric dragging indomie from the pot like someone that just left prison house. Moral lesson; Your career should come first in all you do.
@TheEmmalez: Remember when Lilo drank… so she won’t cheat on Eric? and then Eric later accepted a dare to rock another babe. This evening, Lilo got evicted… and Eric is already eating indomie without remorse Grinning face with smiling eyes
@Chemicalboyy: When Bambam was evicted Teddy A cried, see Eric struggling for indomie inside pot Man facepalming. Men are …..
@LuteBax: See him eating noodles like there is no tomorrow Face with tears of joyFace with tears of joyFace with tears of joy. If it was Lilo still in this house she would have been crying a river meanwhile Eric is so unbothered.Face with tears of joy The only thing they knew was eating and kissing all day. We don’t even know what they do 4 a living.Face with rolling eyesSmirking face.
@princesstanny1: Imagine if it was Eric that was evicted….lilo will be crying like a widow and won’t eatFace with tears of joylook at the way he was eating the indomie and scratching the pot…saying his strategy will have to change mcheeeew Unamused face
Big Brother Naija housemate, Nengi has dragged her fellow housemate, Lucy to filth for saying she has nothing to offer.
Nengi had a conversation with fellow housemate, Ozo where she ranted about the gossips going on about her, and how Lucy said she has nothing to offer.
Nengi dragged Lucy in the presence of Ozo, insisting that Lucy can never stand where she is standing, if not for Big Brother reality show.
According to Nengi, she came into the house and humbled herself and now she’s regretting it because the housemates are now riding her and seeing her as a nobody.
“On a normal day, Lucy can’t stand where I am standing”, Nengi bragged.
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Boluwatife “Lilo” Aderogba, 23, a dietitian from Lagos was part of the first two Big Brother Naija: Lockdown housemates to be evicted from the reality TV show.
Lilo, who was in a fling with housemate, Eric, who was also up for eviction would have possibly been saved had it not been up to the rest of the housemates to vote for the housemate they want gone out of the house.
Following viewers’ vote, Lilo and Eric had the highest votes among the least four who were up for possible eviction, however her fate was left to the rest of the housemate who nominated herself and Ka3na to be out of the house.
Following her eviction, the 23 year old has now been spotted in a video thanking her fans for the love shared and embracing her fate as she looks forward to moving on.
While speaking with Ebuka, Lilo revealed that she feels herself and her boyfriend outside the house “are cool” despite having a short fling with Eric while in the Big Brother house.
Following the votes of the remaining 16 housemates, Ka3na and Lilo were nominated to be the first housemates to leave the house.
This new development has it that the first two housemates to leave the Big Brother house are ladies and this is slowly setting social media abuzz.
With about eight more weeks to go and nineteen/eighteen housemates battling for the 85 million Naira grand prize, the game has really now begun with the housemates putting in their best to emerge as the next winner of the reality TV show.
Ebuka revealed earlier to the rest of the housemates that they’ll be voting for the housemate(s) they want to leave the Big Brother house and as such, the remaining safe housemates were given the chance to vote two out of the four housemates who were nominated for possible eviction.
Following the votes of the remaining 16 housemates, Ka3na and Lilo were nominated to be the first housemates to leave the house.
The four housemates, Praise, Lilo, Eric and Ka3na were initially put up for eviction by viewers of the show after having the least votes.
Ebuka revealed earlier to the rest of the housemates that they’ll be voting for the housemate(s) they want to leave the Big Brother house and as such, the remaining safe housemates were given the chance to vote two out of the four housemates who were nominated for possible eviction.
Following the votes of the remaining 16 housemates, Ka3na and Lilo were nominated to be the first housemates to leave the house.
This new development has it that the first two housemates to leave the Big Brother house are ladies and this is slowly setting social media abuzz.
With about eight more weeks to go and nineteen/eighteen housemates battling for the 85 million Naira grand prize, the game has really now begun with the housemates putting in their best to emerge as the next winner of the reality TV show.
Big Brother Housemates, Praise, Lilo, Eric and Ka3na have been announced as the four housemates who’ll be up for possible eviction tonight.
The first eviction show of the fifth season of the reality show is in course and the show’s host, Ebuka has just announced that among the aforementioned housemates, at least one of them will be up for possible eviction.
Ebuka revealed to the rest of the housemates that they’ll be voting for the housemate(s) they want to leave the Big Brother house, so as of tonight, the housemates will be the ones sending their colleagues home.
Big Brother Naija ‘lockdown’ housemate Neo recently opened up on a lot of ‘happenings’ in the house during his recent diary session with Biggie.
During Neo’s diary session, he revealed to ‘Biggie’ his only regret, should he be evicted today, is not being able to use the Jacuzzi.
During Neo’s diary session, he asked that they be given the chance to use it but Big Brother refused saying if they had taken their tasks seriously, he would have given them the chance to use it.
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