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• R. Kelly appeals to Trump to commute 31-year prison sentence

  16-07-2026 20:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeR&B singer R. Kelly has formally appealed to United States President Donald Trump to commute his 31-year federal prison sentence after filing a request for executive clemency with the U.S. Department of Justice.According to court records made public this week by the Office of the Pardon Attorney and first reported by The Guardian, the application is currently pending and seeks a commutation of Kelly’s sentence, not a full presidential pardon.Kelly, whose full name
  
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• Video: Tinubu not perfect, needs more time to fix Nigeria — Jide Kosoko

  16-07-2026 20:11 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeVeteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko has defended President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying the President is “not perfect” and should be given more time before Nigerians judge the outcome of his policies and reforms.Speaking during an interview with FeelrightnewsTV, Kosoko argued that it was too early to pass judgment on the administration, comparing governance to a building project that should only be assessed after completion.“If you are buildi
  
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• 10 Evergreen songs that define Wizkid at 36

  16-07-2026 17:23 via thenet.ng
  
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  Today is July 16, 2026. The date is a normal day to most people, but to music lovers and, most especially, Wizkid fans, today is World Wizkid Day, and the fanbase, Wizkid FC, who are a group of die-hard fans, never miss the opportunity to praise and love their music hero at any opportunity and don’t play when it comes to him, the soldiers. As today is the day
  
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• ‘We’re trapped in this country’ — Carter Efe laments after U.S. visa denial

  16-07-2026 16:58 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Nigerian streamer and content creator, Carter Efe, has voiced his frustration after revealing that his application for a United States visa was denied, saying he feels “trapped” in Nigeria because of the difficulty of travelling abroad.The social media personality made the remarks during a recent livestream, where he expressed disappointment over his inability to secure the visa despite efforts made on his behalf.Speaking candidly to his audience, Carter Efe said, “Chat, I won
  
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• I tried to help Carter Efe get us visa — Kai Cenat

  16-07-2026 16:38 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabAmerican streaming star Kai Cenat has revealed that he personally tried to help Nigerian content creator Carter Efe obtain a United States visa ahead of the highly anticipated Streamer University event.During a livestream on July 15, Kai Cenat disclosed that he had been working with Carter Efe throughout the visa process, but the application was ultimately unsuccessful.“Oh, also, I was trying to help Carter Efe get his visa. I was working with him, but it wasn’t
  
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• Why Chioma handles my finances – Davido

  16-07-2026 15:06 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabAfrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has revealed that his wife, Chioma Adeleke, now oversees his finances, describing himself as a “reckless spender.”The singer made the revelation in a viral video that surfaced online on Wednesday while speaking with his official streamer, Davreltv.In the clip, Davido was seen trying to transfer money to his personal assistant, Lati, but was unable to access his bank account. He then called Chioma and a
  
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• R. Kelly appeals to Trump for clemency, seeks reduction of 31-year sentence

  16-07-2026 13:53 via thesun.ng
  
  R&B singer R. Kelly has formally asked United States President Donald Trump to commute his 31-year prison sentence imposed for racketeering, sex trafficking and child sexual abuse-related offences, according to a report by The Guardian on Thursday.
  Documents released this week by the Office of the Pardon Attorney show that Kelly, whose full name is Robert Sylvester Kelly, submitted a clemency request to the US Department of Justice.
  The records indicate that the application remains under rev
  
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• Sam Neill: Actor’s agent reveals cause of death

  16-07-2026 11:24 via thesun.ng
  
  Philip Grenz, the longtime agent of Hollywood veteran Sam Neill, has revealed the cause of the actor’s demise.
  Daily Sun reported that Neill, known for playing Dr Alan Grant in the Jurassic World films, died on Monday in Sydney, Australia, in what was called “sudden and unexpected”.
  Per a BBC report, Grenz spoke to the bereaved family to correct “inaccurate and outright falsehoods” in the media. He decided to share an update on the cause of death afterwards.
  Ac
  
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• BBNaija returns July 26 with ₦160m prize, betPawa as headline sponsor

  16-07-2026 10:43 via thenet.ng
  
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  Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) will return for its 11th season on Sunday, July 26, with the winner taking home a prize package worth ₦160 million.MultiChoice announced the new season at a press briefing on Wednesday, confirming that the launch show will air from 7 pm on Africa Magic Showcase and Africa Magic Family. The 24-hour live feed will run on DStv channel
  
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