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  • Super Eagles Bonus Row Sparks Boycott Threat Ahead of Key AFCON Fixture

    Super Eagles Bonus Row Sparks Boycott Threat Ahead of Key AFCON Fixture

    Information provided by Daily Post suggests tension in the Super Eagles camp in Morocco after reports that players and officials threatened to boycott movement and training over unpaid bonuses and allowances.

    The dispute reportedly relates to win bonuses from earlier stages, with sources saying the team would not proceed until commitments are met.

    The standoff puts the Nigeria Football Federation and sports authorities under pressure, given the timing around a crucial match.

    **Echotitbits take:** Nigeria’s football brand takes a hit every time bonus disputes overshadow the pitch. Watch for last-minute intervention from the sports ministry or top government officials to avoid forfeiture and reputational damage.
    Source : The Punch — https://www.google.com/amp/s/punchng.com/afcon-2025-reactions-trail-super-eagles-threat-over-unpaid-bonuses/ 2026-01-08

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  • Regina Daniels posts drug-test clip to push back on ‘addiction’ claims

    Regina Daniels posts drug-test clip to push back on ‘addiction’ claims

    According to TheCable Lifestyle, Nollywood star Regina Daniels shared footage of herself taking a drug test, saying she wants to shut down claims about drug and alcohol abuse.

    She denied using “hard drugs” and said the only substance she has ever been linked with is ecstasy (popularly called “molly”), adding that legal action would come “at the appropriate time”.

    Independent checks:

    • Punch Newspapers (X / @MobilePunch): “VIDEO: Regina Daniels undergoes drug test” — https://x.com/MobilePunch
    • TheCable (Facebook): “I was never on hard drugs… I only used Molly…” — https://www.facebook.com/TheCableNigeria/

    Celebrity feuds rarely escalate into lab-test content, so this suggests the allegations are biting and the fallout could widen. Watch for any response from Ned Nwoko and whether Regina’s camp actually files a formal suit or issues a lawyer’s notice.

    Source: TheCable Lifestyle — 2026-01-07 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/video-i-only-took-molly-regina-daniels-takes-drug-test-to-clear-addiction-claim/

    Source:TheCable Lifestyle 2026-01-07

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  • Eucharia Anunobi speaks out after leaked-audio talk links her name to controversy

    Eucharia Anunobi speaks out after leaked-audio talk links her name to controversy

    According to QED.ng, actress and evangelist Eucharia Anunobi pushed back against allegations linked to a leaked audio that mentioned her, calling it an attempt to damage her reputation.

    She said she addressed the issue during a live broadcast and framed it as a targeted attack that “failed.”

    Independent checks:

    • Daily Post Nigeria: “Eucharia Anunobi reacts…” — https://dailypost.ng/
    • Legit.ng: “They tried to tarnish my name…” — https://www.legit.ng/

    When religious circles and celebrity names mix, misinformation spreads fast and is hard to contain. Watch for follow-up statements from people tied to the audio, and whether her camp issues legal notices to blogs amplifying unverified claims.

    Source: PmNews — 2026-01-07 — https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/01/07/eucharia-anunobi-finally-speaks-on-shocking-leaked-audio/

    Source: PmNews 2026-01-07

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  • Doris Ogala threatens to name Nollywood colleagues in escalating pastor scandal

    Doris Ogala threatens to name Nollywood colleagues in escalating pastor scandal

    Figures and claims cited by TheCable Lifestyle show actress Doris Ogala escalated her feud with cleric Chris Okafor by threatening to name colleagues she alleges had affairs with him.

    Ogala claimed she knows “your names” and said she has chats to back up her allegations.

    Independent checks:

    • Legit.ng: “Doris Ogala threatened to expose colleagues… claimed to have private chats…” — https://www.legit.ng/
    • Linda Ikeji Blog (Facebook): “Actress Doris Ogala threatens to expose alleged affairs…” — https://www.facebook.com/lindaikejiblogofficial/

    This is the kind of story that can spiral into multiple defamation battles if names are dropped. Watch for any official response from the cleric, and for public pushback from anyone who feels implicated.

    Source: TheCable Lifestyle — 2026-01-06 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/confess-now-doris-ogala-threatens-to-expose-colleagues-who-had-affairs-with-chris-okafor/

    Source:TheCable Lifestyle 2026-01-06

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  • Yomi Gold recounts Morocco health scare after ‘sudden headache’ in Marrakech

    Yomi Gold recounts Morocco health scare after ‘sudden headache’ in Marrakech

    Reporting by TheCable Lifestyle indicates actor Yomi Gold said he collapsed in Marrakech after a severe headache and was helped by emergency responders.

    He described the experience as a near-death scare and shared updates thanking those who intervened.

    Independent checks:

    • Daily Post Nigeria: “How a sudden headache nearly killed me…” — https://dailypost.ng/
    • Legit.ng: “Actor Yomi Gold shares near-death experience…” — https://www.legit.ng/

    Health scares change narratives quickly, but they also invite rumor. Watch for whether he shares medical specifics or a clearer diagnosis to prevent speculation from taking over the conversation.

    Source: TheCable Lifestyle — 2026-01-07 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/yomi-gold-how-a-sudden-headache-nearly-killed-me-in-morocco/

    Source: TheCable Lifestyle 2026-01-07

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  • Nathaniel Bassey kicks off 2026 with ‘The Glory of His Presence’ rollout

    Nathaniel Bassey kicks off 2026 with ‘The Glory of His Presence’ rollout

    2026-01-02 09:00:00

    In a report by BellaNaija, Nathaniel Bassey has started the year with a fresh worship release titled “The Glory of His Presence.”

    Early listener reactions frame it as a “January devotion soundtrack,” with fans sharing snippets and favorite moments online.

    The drop reinforces how Nigerian gospel continues to command huge digital attention—often driven by community sharing rather than mainstream promo.

    • Nathaniel Bassey (Facebook (verified/official page)): “GLORY OF HIS PRESENCE… coming in January 2026.”
    • Apple Music (Platform listing): “Released 2 January 2026.”

    Echotitbits take: Gospel releases launched early in the year can become long‑tail staples for churches and personal devotion for months. Watch next for live‑ministry clips, choir-led performances, and worship sessions—those formats usually sustain gospel streaming long after the initial release buzz fades.

    Source: BellaNaija — January 2, 2026 — https://www.bellanaija.com/2026/01/nathaniel-bassey-releases-the-glory-of-his-presence-to-start-the-new-year/

    BellaNaija
    2026-01-02
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  • Lagos scraps Greater Lagos Fiesta hours to New Year, urges residents to pray

    Lagos scraps Greater Lagos Fiesta hours to New Year, urges residents to pray

    2025-12-31 09:21:00

    Figures cited by PUNCH show the Lagos State Government called off the Greater Lagos Fiesta 2025 scheduled for December 31, directing residents to mark the period with personal prayers for the nation and the state instead.

    The decision was communicated in a statement attributed to the governor’s media team, positioning the cancellation as a shift from mass celebration to reflection and prayer ahead of 2026.

    The annual event is one of Lagos’ flagship end‑of‑year entertainment programmes, so the abrupt cancellation has sparked debate in the city’s creative economy and among residents.

    Vanguard reported that the government “announced the cancellation of the 2025 Greater Lagos Fiesta,” while Guardian Life quoted the statement: “Lagos State Government cancels Greater Lagos Fiesta 2025.”

    Echotitbits take: The optics matter—Lagos is Nigeria’s entertainment capital and the fiesta is a tourism/creative‑economy signal. Watch whether the state replaces the lost economic activity with alternative programmes, and whether security or governance concerns drove the decision.

    Source: The Punch — December 31, 2025 (https://punchng.com/lagos-cancels-greater-lagos-fiesta-2025/)

    The Punch December 31, 2025

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  • FirstBank rolls out 500-seat premium viewing stand for Carnival Calabar

    FirstBank rolls out 500-seat premium viewing stand for Carnival Calabar

    2025-12-29 09:00:00
    According to Punch, FirstBank says it built a 500-capacity premium bleacher to improve spectator comfort and safety at Carnival Calabar 2025, framing it as part of its long-running support for arts and culture.

    The project blends branding with tourism economics: a better viewing experience can help the festival attract higher-value visitors, sponsors and media coverage.

    The Guardian also reported the development, describing the facility as a first-of-its-kind private premium bleacher introduced for the carnival.

    Organisers and sponsors are pitching the stand as private-sector infrastructure support for one of Nigeria’s most visible cultural tourism events.

    The Guardian quoted FirstBank: “We are introducing the first-ever private 500-seater premium bleacher…,” while Punch said the stand was designed to offer “comfort, safety” and a better viewing experience.

    Echotitbits take: Sponsorship is good, but the long-term win is tourism receipts—hotel occupancy, small business sales and repeat visits. Watch for post-event economic impact numbers and whether other corporates replicate infrastructure-style sponsorships.

    Source: Independent — https://independent.ng/firstbank-introduces-exclusive-500-seater-bleacher-at-carnival-calabar-festival-2025/ – December 29, 2025
    Independent 2025-12-29

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  • Year-end break-up roundup reopens Nigeria’s messiest celebrity relationship headlines

    Year-end break-up roundup reopens Nigeria’s messiest celebrity relationship headlines

    Photo Credit: The Punch
    2025-12-28 07:30:00

    According to Punch Newspapers, a year-end roundup of Nigeria’s most dramatic celebrity break-ups has reignited conversations about how public love stories collapse under fame, pressure, and online scrutiny.

    The list revisits some of the year’s biggest headlines and viral splits, including relationship drama that played out across TikTok lives and Instagram call-outs.

    Also noted by The Guardian Nigeria (Life): “In January 2025… 2Baba… announced his separation from… Annie Idibia…” (https://guardian.ng/)

    Separately, Premium Times (Website) reported: “Queen Dami announced the end of her relationship with Portable… after… a live session on TikTok.” (https://www.premiumtimesng.com/)

    Echotitbits take: These lists are gossip with a side of media literacy: social platforms amplify conflict, and the audience often becomes a judge and jury. Watch for who responds, who rebrands, and whether any of the stories get clarified with hard facts rather than trending clips.

    Source: The Punch — December 27, 2025 — https://punchng.com/most-dramatic-celebrity-break-ups-of-2025/

    The Punch December 27, 2025

  • Asake’s ‘back in Lagos’ buzz heats up as Detty December gigs stack up

    Asake’s ‘back in Lagos’ buzz heats up as Detty December gigs stack up

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    2025-12-22 11:40:00

    In a post shared by @bxclubofficial, Asake is being framed as “back in Lagos” for a major Detty December moment after a long stretch of international touring.

    The excitement is partly emotional (home crowd), partly commercial (holiday ticketing), and partly cultural—because Lagos December has become a continent-wide entertainment economy.

    Fan discourse links the homecoming narrative to touring momentum and the end-of-year performance calendar, which tends to be packed for top Nigerian acts.

    TheNetng posted that “Asake Returns to Lagos,” while other social posts echoed the claim that he is returning for a headline show after a long gap.

    Echotitbits take: Asake’s demand is no longer a question—logistics is. Watch for venue capacity controls, ticket validation systems, and traffic planning so the show doesn’t become another “great performance, terrible experience” Lagos December story.

    Source: Facebook — Dec 22, 2025 — https://www.facebook.com/100084983793695/posts/a-picture-of-singer-asake-on-his-way-to-lagos-for-detty-december/835036359339150/