Author: Rashaad Harris

Victor Osimhen can’t hide his excitement after surpassing George Weah’s record for the highest African goalscorer in Serie A.Osimhen equaled Weah’s record in Napoli’s 1-1 draw against Udinese last week. The Nigeria then set a new mark (47 goals) after scoring the winning goal in the Partenopei’s 1-0 victory at the Diego Armando Maradona on Sunday night. The 24-year-ols said it was a great honour to break the legendary George Weah’s record. “It’s really amazing. A big respect to George Weah. He has put Africa on the map when he was playing here with AC Milan. For me to surpass…

Nigerian musician, Ikuforiji Olaitan Abdulrahman, better known by his stage name Oxlade, has admitted that he left his family to pursue a music career. The musician claims he had to leave his family since his lecturer father opposed his desire to pursue music. He revealed that he had to engage in menial jobs to survive after he absconded from home.Oxlade said: “Honestly, he [my dad] was indifferent at first. But my stubbornness and consistency paid off [laughs].“I ran away from the house at some point in my life to pursue music personally. And I had to do all sorts of…

Nigerian musician, Ikuforiji Olaitan Abdulrahman, better known by his stage name Oxlade, has admitted that he left his family to pursue a music career. The musician claims he had to leave his family since his lecturer father opposed his desire to pursue music. He revealed that he had to engage in menial jobs to survive after he absconded from home.Oxlade said: “Honestly, he [my dad] was indifferent at first. But my stubbornness and consistency paid off [laughs].“I ran away from the house at some point in my life to pursue music personally. And I had to do all sorts of…

Nigerians won’t perish, according to Chris Ngige, minister of labour and employment, but rather will learn to cope with the country’s economic problems. This was according to a statement released on Sunday, where the minister said that the COVID-19 epidemic and the Russia-Ukraine war were to blame for the economic hardship and worker agitation, which were not only local problems in Nigeria but also an international one. Ngige reportedly spoke after receiving the Business Day “Excellence in Public Service Award” in Abuja.He said: “The other day that I passed through Bailey, they said airport workers were on strike, only for…

According to the Osun State Government, there are no plans to pay half salaries or demote any of its employees. Malam Olawale Rasheed, the governor’s press secretary, said this in a statement on Saturday in Osogbo..The statement said that the rumours about worker downsizing and an alleged scheme to pay state employees only half their regular salary were blatant lies and cruel fabrications.It said that the Adeleke administration will not implement payment of half salary or demotion of any state employees.The statement reads: “We affirm that the Osun State Government under Gov. Ademola Adeleke, has not and will not demote…

According to the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, late President of Nigeria — Umaru Yar’Adua, was an embodiment of patriotism and exemplified excellence in public service. He mentioned this on Saturday in a statement posted on his verified Twitter account in honour of the late President who passed away on May 5, 2010.Yar’Adua, according to Obi, believed in real governance, accountability, and transparency.Obi’s words: “President Umaru Yar’Adua was a true democrat, a detribalised leader, who desired to reposition the nation based on unity, peace and progress. He was a leader who believed…

On Saturday, Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State ordered security agents to conduct routine raids in locations where hard drugs and other illegal drug vendors operate in Sagamu and its surroundings. Abiodun issued the order in Abeokuta while receiving Mr David Ojelabi, the state’s new commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), and Mrs Ibiba Odili, the NDLEA’s equivalent, on a courtesy call. The Governor claims that the choice is a part of initiatives to combat cultism and other crimes in the state.He also expressed displeasure over the cultists’ actions in the local government area, and linked…

Rodrygo bagged two goals as Real Madrid turned on the style to see off a resolute Osasuna side 2-1 in the 2023 Copa del Rey final.It was a nightmare start for Osasuna in just their second ever Copa del Rey final. In just the second minute, Vinicius Junior waltzed into the penalty box and picked out countryman Rodrygo, whose deflected shot looped over Sergio Herrera in goal. They Navarrese side didn’t lose heart, however, and just five minutes later, Courtois had to make two saves. Routine work for the Belgian, but it was a sign of Osasuna’s intent.Their best chance…

Tattoos are more popular than ever in many parts of the world. The number of people with tattoos has increased dramatically in recent years. Tattoos are not just for delinquents or rebels anymore. The edginess of rebellion historically associated with tattoos is starting to wear off. The New Testament does not say anything about whether or not a believer in Jesus Christ should get a tattoo. Therefore, we cannot say that getting a tattoo is a sin. Because of Scripture’s silence, getting inked falls under the category of a “gray area,” and believers should follow their convictions in the matter,…

Mercy Johnson Okojie, a Nollywood actress, has lamented the passing of her father. The well-known actress posted a video of her and her father celebrating his 74th birthday on Instagram as she grieved over the loss. She expressed her doubts about God’s decision to take his father away from her in the video’s captions. She claims that she will never accept the explanation, even if God provides one. She wrote: “For the rest of my life Daddy, I will keep asking God why? I don’t think I will ever understand why he has taken you from me. And if he…