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In an interview on WithChude, TV host IK Osakioduwa praised Frank Edoho as Nigeria's best MC and shared that Edoho advised him to raise his hosting fees from N450k to N850k. IK also discussed rejecting endorsement deals from alcohol and tobacco brands due to his faith and family-friendly image.

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The discussion kicked off Thursday when a fan shared clips of the two stars, sparking replies that highlight Benzema's Ballon d'Or win, five Champions Leagues, and 90 UCL goals against De Bruyne's 119 Premier League assists, six titles, and unmatched vision. Benzema supporters praise his peak scoring and clutch moments at Real Madrid, while De Bruyne fans point to his 15 elite seasons and leadership at Manchester City and with Belgium. Both have trophy hauls and records, but fans remain split on whether the striker's goals or the midfielder's magic ranks higher all-time.

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A simple highlight reel pitting Karim Benzema against Kevin De Bruyne unleashed a wave of passionate arguments from fans who can't agree on football's next legend.

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Barcelona posted a photo of Rashford training sharply, captioned 'We know you want to see Rashy in training. 😊,' fueling excitement over turning his January loan from Manchester United into a permanent €30 million summer deal. Reliable reports from Fabrizio Romano confirm Barca's long-term interest and progress on personal terms, though United refuses any discount on the buy option while Barca pushes to negotiate due to budget constraints. Rashford, thriving in Spain at 28, is open to a wage cut to stay, as United fans debate cashing in on their academy star after his form struggles back home.

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Marcus Rashford looks right at home in Barcelona's Blaugrana kit, knee brace on, flying through training drills. The club's cheeky post has fans dreaming of a forever stay in Catalonia.

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In Tuesday's Benfica vs. Real Madrid game, Vinicius told the referee that 20-year-old Gianluca Prestianni used a slur against him; Prestianni denied it and regretted threats from Madrid players. Benfica coach Jose Mourinho suggested Vinicius's celebrations draw backlash, prompting Vinicius to call out cowards online. Nigerian Barca supporters faced mockery online, with posts like one quipping a Nigerian fan justifies every Argentine crime, tying into Messi loyalty and past Argentina scandals. Defenders see it as a lazy stereotype, while others note Barca players like Lamine Yamal face racism too.

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Vinicius Jr. accused a Benfica player of a racial slur during a Champions League match, halting play for 10 minutes. Nigerian Barcelona fans caught heat for seeming to downplay it amid fierce rivalries.

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Brazil will face Egypt in a pre-2026 FIFA World Cup friendly match at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland, Ohio. The game is part of the Road to '26 series.

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Neymar Jr scored twice to give Santos a vital 2-1 victory over Vasco da Gama in Brasileirão round four at Vila Belmiro, his first goals of 2026 after returning from injury. He celebrated the opener with Vini Jr's dance, explaining it honored the Real Madrid star's defiance against racist abuse in Portugal. Tensions flared with Vasco's Thiago Mendes, whom Neymar called out post-match, while the win pulls Santos clear of the drop zone and reignites World Cup talk.

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Neymar sprinted to the corner flag after his opener, hit the shush, and broke into Vinícius Júnior's iconic dance—a heartfelt nod to his compatriot amid racism battles.

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Chelsea, seeded after topping their league-phase group, will face either Newcastle or PSG in the Champions League last-16. PSG advanced Tuesday with a 2-2 draw against 10-man Monaco, winning 5-4 on aggregate thanks to goals from Marquinhos and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia after Monaco's early strike. Newcastle already progressed, setting up the intriguing English-French matchup possibility. The two-legged ties kick off March 4/5, with the Nyon draw at 11 a.m. Friday.

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Chelsea fans hold their breath for Friday's draw, torn between a Premier League showdown with Newcastle or revenge against PSG.

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In his first major speech as Reform UK's Shadow Home Secretary, Zia Yusuf outlined a policy to ban all face coverings in public, arguing it would help police spot criminals evading CCTV and encourage newcomers to join British life. He also pledged a British ICE-style agency to deport illegal migrants and stop small boat arrivals. The idea, echoing European bans, has split opinions: supporters praise it as tough on security and fundamentalism, while critics question consistency, like with masked anti-immigration protesters, and mock Reform's limited parliamentary seats.

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Standing by Dover's migrant-crossing port, Zia Yusuf called for banning burkas, niqabs, balaclavas, and hoods to boost safety and integration.

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User Olaudah Equiano called out figures like First Lady Oluremi Tinubu and Senator Ireti Kingibe for dressing in headwraps, suggesting it reflects acculturation or an inferiority complex rather than true cultural attire. He praised Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and Oby Ezekwesili for sticking to Christian-rooted styles without shawls. Responders highlighted Abuja's conservative setting during Ramadan, Yoruba traditions like the Ìborùn shawl, and biblical precedents for head coverings, emphasizing that dress blends culture, modesty, and context in Nigeria's north-south divide. The exchange shows how everyday choices like attire navigate deep religious and regional tensions.

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A post questioning why Christian women in Nigerian politics often wear headscarves like Muslims has drawn hundreds of thousands of views and sparked wide conversation on cultural norms.

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Tottenham Hotspur signed Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig for €60 million. Simons has scored 1 goal in 21 Premier League appearances this season.

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Real Madrid's goalkeeper cheekily forecasted a seventh straight knockout matchup with Manchester City, echoing assistant coach Alvaro Arbeloa's quip about facing them 'just like the last 7 years.' Midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni preferred Sporting CP for the easier trip, but history looms large after epic clashes from quarters to semis. The draw happens Friday at 12:00 CET in Nyon, Switzerland, with first legs March 10/11 and returns March 17/18, pitting powerhouses like Arsenal, Liverpool, PSG, and Bayern against fresh challengers.

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Thibaut Courtois grinned post-match and predicted the inevitable: Real Madrid drawing Manchester City in Friday's Champions League knockout draw. It's a rivalry that's defined six of the last seven seasons.

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Barcelona posted a photo of Rashford training sharply, captioned 'We know you want to see Rashy in training. 😊,' fueling excitement over turning his January loan from Manchester United into a permanent €30 million summer deal. Reliable reports from Fabrizio Romano confirm Barca's long-term interest and progress on personal terms, though United refuses any discount on the buy option while Barca pushes to negotiate due to budget constraints. Rashford, thriving in Spain at 28, is open to a wage cut to stay, as United fans debate cashing in on their academy star after his form struggles back home.

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Marcus Rashford looks right at home in Barcelona's Blaugrana kit, knee brace on, flying through training drills. The club's cheeky post has fans dreaming of a forever stay in Catalonia.

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The Nigerian striker now has 16 UCL goals in 25 appearances, trailing only Serhou Guirassy's 18, while Drogba sits at 15. Since his record €75 million move to Galatasaray from Napoli last summer, Osimhen has scored around 53 goals and added 13 assists in 65 games across all competitions. His form powered Galatasaray into the Round of 16, including a key goal against Juventus, and has Turkish fans hailing him as their league's top striker, with his market value reportedly doubling.

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Victor Osimhen's latest Champions League strike felt extra special—he overtook his childhood idol Didier Drogba to claim second place among African scorers.

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Celtic FC came from 2-0 down at halftime to win 3-2 against Rangers at Ibrox. Julian Araujo scored the decisive goal in the 97th minute.

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The U.S. Trade and Development Agency confirmed its intent to back the project, which targets rare earth elements vital for magnets, defense, and clean energy. CEO Cedric Simonet called it powerful validation of the site's strategic value, backed by a 2023 study projecting strong returns from a 13.6 million tonne resource. Shares jumped from 1.3 pence to over 2.15 pence, lifting the market cap past £6 million, as investors noted the low valuation and upside from fluorspar and gallium.

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Altona Rare Earths' stock more than doubled Monday after a key U.S. agency signaled support for its Monte Muambe project in Mozambique.

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Shehu Dikko met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to discuss the AFCON verdict escalated to FIFA and sports contribution to Nigeria's GDP, and presented a special Super Eagles jersey in appreciation of the president's support for sports development. President Tinubu approved the constitution of the board for Nigeria's anti-doping agency.

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Manchester United fans expressed frustration over goalkeeper Andre Onana's poor performances by sharing a viral video montage of conceded goals, including the Semenyo goal and the Gibbs-White goal against Nottingham Forest. Discussions highlighted Onana's mistakes as costing the team Champions League qualification and dropped points in matches.

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Viktor Gyokeres, playing for Arsenal, has scored 15 goals in all competitions despite heavy criticism and fewer minutes than rivals Benjamin Sesko, Joao Pedro, Hugo Ekitike, and Alexander Isak, sparking heated discussions on X. Comparisons highlight his 10 Premier League goals with 0 assists at 174 minutes per goal against Sesko's 7 goals and 1 assist at 162 minutes per goal, alongside disputes over Joao Pedro's 17 non-penalty goals and Isak's performances.

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Ivory Coast, producing 40% of the world's cocoa, set its 2025/26 farmgate price at 2,800 CFA francs per kilogram in October, but global futures have crashed to around $3,500 per ton. Exporters offer just 1,500-1,800 CFA francs—deals banned by regulators—leaving cooperatives like Sekou Dagnogo's owing farmers money in places like Duekoue. Farmer Frederic Kouassi Kouassi in Remikro says some take low offers out of desperation, while the Coffee and Cocoa Council buys back stocks to prevent waste; neighboring Ghana cut prices 28% to align with markets and boost sales.

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In Ivory Coast, warehouses are stacked to the ceiling with cocoa beans that risk spoiling, as exporters balk at the government's fixed price for farmers.

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Health officials in Kwara State investigated claims from a February 8 social media post alleging Lassa fever deaths at the NYSC orientation camp in Asaya. Their Rapid Response Team found no cases among corps members or staff; the mentioned corps member had a pre-existing illness, left camp on February 1, and passed away outside on February 7 without Lassa confirmation. Officials addressed campers directly on February 9, stressing prevention measures, and urged the public to rely on verified info amid Nigeria's ongoing Lassa cases elsewhere.

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A post claiming two deaths from Lassa fever at a youth camp spread worry fast, prompting urgent calls from families and activists.

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During a Mic On podcast with Seun Okinbaloye, Jideonwo, co-founder of Red Media Africa, described his team's pivotal role in rebranding retired general Muhammadu Buhari for the 'Change' campaign that defeated Goodluck Jonathan. He expressed early disappointment with the administration's handling of economic woes and insecurity but rejected blame for its failures, comparing it to holding a divorced spouse accountable for an ex's actions. Critics online accused him of prioritizing personal gain over the nation's setbacks, like recessions and banditry, fueling heated exchanges about political accountability ahead of 2027 elections.

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In a candid podcast clip, media entrepreneur Chude Jideonwo called working on Buhari's 2015 campaign one of the greatest privileges of his life, even as Nigeria grappled with the fallout.

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Deportivo Alavés and Girona FC shared a thrilling 2-2 draw in La Liga Matchday 25 at Estadio de Mendizorroza on Monday night. Boyé scored twice for the hosts, opening the scoring in the 5th minute and nodding in Víctor Parada's cross late to secure a point and lift Alavés three points clear of relegation. Girona fought back through Vladyslav Vanat and Viktor Tsygankov but couldn't hold their 2-1 lead, as their defense struggled with crosses. The result leaves Alavés 14th with breathing room, while Girona remain 11th and frustrated mid-table.

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With the clock ticking down in the 89th minute, Lucas Boyé leaped high to head home and spark wild celebrations at Mendizorroza. It was the dramatic equalizer Alavés desperately needed.

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Nigerian comedy icon Babatunde Omidina, known as Baba Suwe, was arrested on October 12, 2011, at Murtala Muhammed International Airport after a scanner suggested swallowed cocaine. Held for over three weeks with enforced evacuations yielding no drugs, a high court initially awarded him 25 million naira for rights violations, but appeals courts overturned it, leaving him uncompensated. The public humiliation fueled career stigma, health decline from diabetes complications, and his death in 2021 at age 63—now stirring fresh reflections online.

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Baba Suwe endured weeks of humiliating detention at Lagos airport in 2011, watched closely as officials waited for drugs that never appeared. The ordeal shattered his health and Nollywood stardom forever.

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Samuel Chukwueze stated in an interview that he does not like Calvin Bassey, likes Alex Iwobi, and that Bassey stresses him and gave him sickness, adding 'there’s love in sharing.' The comments about the Nigerian trio at Fulham prompted widespread laughter and reactions on social media.

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The 28-year-old joined from Atalanta for €35 million in January and quickly delivered: a goal and assist against Real Betis and Barcelona, a strike in the wild 3-3 first-leg draw with Club Brugge, and a diving header versus Espanyol. Fans celebrated with memes of a fake Lookman statue outside the stadium, while Nigerians cheered his form since his Europa League hat-trick. Simeone benched him despite the hot streak, citing defensive needs; at the 39th minute, it's 1-1 on the night with the aggregate tied 4-4, and a win means facing Tottenham or Liverpool next.

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Ademola Lookman arrived at Atlético Madrid with a bang, scoring four goals and assisting two in just six games. Yet on this Champions League knockout night, the Nigerian sits on the bench as his team fights to advance.

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Samuel Chukwueze stated in an interview that he does not like Calvin Bassey, likes Alex Iwobi, and that Bassey stresses him and gave him sickness, adding 'there’s love in sharing.' The comments about the Nigerian trio at Fulham prompted widespread laughter and reactions on social media.

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Samuel Chukwueze stated in an interview that he does not like Calvin Bassey, likes Alex Iwobi, and that Bassey stresses him and gave him sickness, adding 'there’s love in sharing.' The comments about the Nigerian trio at Fulham prompted widespread laughter and reactions on social media.

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Mert (@0xMert_) stated that being small, poor, or weak is not virtuous and advocated for a moral duty to become richer, bigger, and less vulnerable, rejecting victim-first framing. Onyeka Nwelue warned against helping the poor due to their alleged focus on immediate gains over future planning, drawing from anthropology. The statements sparked discussions on self-interest, value creation, humility, and poverty as a circumstance shaping decisions rather than inherent character flaws.

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