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Day: July 19, 2025

2027: Renewed push for Tinubu’s re-election, as mobilisation gains momentum in Southeast

In a vibrant ceremony held in Awka on Saturday, July 19, the South East Renewed Hope Agenda (SERHA) officially launched its Anambra State chapter, unveiling a grassroots empowerment programme in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. The event, which attracted community leaders, traditional rulers, party faithful, and youth representatives, was described…

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Ayra Starr sets sight on Grammy win after setting African record

Nigerian singer Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, has spoken about her ambition to win a Grammy, make the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 and headline the Super Bowl halftime show. The Afrobeats singer said this on the back of emerging as the first African artist to earn a Latin Diamond certification….

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Lawmaker raises alarm over ‘creeping autocracy’ under new UBEC boss

Philip Agbese, a member of the House of Representatives, has raised concern over what he described as a gradual erosion of institutional integrity within the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) under the leadership of the new Executive Secretary, Aisha Garba. Speaking on the sidelines of a joint legislative retreat on the UBE Act Amendment Bill…

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Is Ebeano More Expensive Than SuperSaver? We Checked For You

Grocery shopping in Lagos is no small task. Between fuel hikes, unpredictable price jumps, and long queues at checkout, every naira counts. And for many people living in Nigeria’s busiest city, knowing where to shop smartly can make all the difference to your monthly budget. Ebeano and SuperSaver are two popular supermarkets with branches across…

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Eat Out or Cook at Home: The age-long debate for Nigerian professionals

Between Lagos traffic, Abuja deadlines, and endless online meetings, Nigerian professionals are constantly battling one of adulthood’s biggest daily decisions: to cook or not to cook? On one hand, eating out saves time and gives you variety. On the other hand, cooking at home feels healthier, more economical, and – let’s be honest – gives…

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Only foolish women do BBL – Actress Esther Nwachukwu

Nollywood actress Esther Nwachukwu, also known as Esther Sky, has taken a swipe at women who undergo Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgery to enhance their appearance artificially. The actress made her opinion on BBL known in an interview with Saturday Beats, where she also advised single women not to date married men. Speaking about BBL,…

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When should you start saving for your first car

You’ve graduated, landed your first job (or side hustle), and you’re finally seeing more than ₦5,000 in your account at the end of the month. Suddenly, the dream feels real, and it’s looking like you’ve arrived. But then comes the real question: how comfortable should you be in starting to dream of your first car?…

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BYOF: These Picnic Spots in Lekki Will Charge You Little or Nothing

Lekki is home to some of the most popular picnic spots in Lagos, but not all allow you to bring your own food (BYOF). Some will frisk your cooler, charge you corkage, or ban food entirely unless you buy from their vendors. To save you time, we’ve found picnic-friendly places that actually allow homemade food…

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How to give back to your parents without losing yourself

In many cultures – especially in Nigeria and across much of Africa, there’s an unspoken expectation: once you “make it,” you must give back. And often, that means giving back to your parents. After all, they sacrificed for you. They hustled, prayed, and poured their energy into your upbringing. So naturally, the moment you start…

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Ghanaian TV station is showing my movie without my consent -Mercy Johnson cries out

Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson has taken to social media to call out a Ghanaian TV station for showing her movie without her consent. Taking to Instagram, Johnson named Blazing TV as the culprit, sharing a screenshot of a message a fan had sent her to notify her of what the TV station was doing. The…

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