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• ‘I wasn’t scammed’ – Bella Shmurda dismisses $4m property reports

  17-07-2026 20:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Popular Nigerian singer Bella Shmurda has denied reports claiming he lost $4 million in an alleged Lagos property scam, describing the story as false.The rumours gained traction after a viral report alleged that the singer broke down in tears during an Instagram Live session over a fraudulent property deal.However, the singer debunked the reports in a series of posts shared on his Instagram Story on Friday.In one of the posts, he wrote, “Fake news!! I wasn’t scammed. Trust bloggers
  
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• Chidimma Adetshina fights deportation in South African court

  17-07-2026 18:11 via thesun.ng
  
  Former Miss Universe Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, has appeared before a South African court as she continues to challenge efforts by the country’s authorities to deport her over allegations that she is residing in South Africa without legal immigration status.
  The 25-year-old beauty queen returned to the Cape Town Regional Court on Thursday, where she filed an affidavit detailing the steps she has taken to regularise her residency as part of her bid to stop the deportation process. The mat
  
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• 6 Shows You Can’t Miss on DStv This Weekend

  17-07-2026 17:55 via thenet.ng
  
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  Some weekends just ask for steady light, a fully charged phone, and zero plans to leave the house  and this is one of them. From a chilling true-crime finale to the biggest stage in world football, a UFC grudge match, Formula 1 at Spa, and a fiery kitchen showdown, DStv has packed the next 48 hours with must-watch television.Some weekends just ask for stea
  
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• R Kelly appeals to Donald Trump for reduced 31-year prison sentence

  17-07-2026 13:47 via thenet.ng
  
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  R&B singer R Kelly has formally asked US president Donald Trump to reduce his 31-year prison sentence, submitting a request for executive clemency to the Department of Justice.The appeal, revealed in newly released court records from the office of the pardon attorney, seeks a commutation of Kelly’s sentence rather than a full pardon. The request is current
  
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• I built my career by turning bad experiences into positive ones – Evan Rama, comedian

  17-07-2026 13:33 via thesun.ng
  
  Stand up comedian, Evan Rama has said he built his career by turning his negative experiences into bits, podcasts, and viral clips that have earned him a loyal following who see him as both the funniest guy in the room and the most honest.
  Speaking to journalists recently on his journey, Rama who is known for his self-deprecating humor, said he first broke out doing stand-up sets that turned everyday awkward moments into relatable comedy gold.
  Whether he was talking about bad first dates, overth
  
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• Why Nigeria’s dating culture is delaying my marriage plans – Whitemoney

  17-07-2026 11:10 via thesun.ng
  
  Hazel Oyeze Onou, popularly known as Whitemoney, has said that Nigeria’s dating culture is one of the reasons he remains unmarried.
  The former Big Brother Naija winner, who said he is 35 years old, expressed concern about still being single, noting that the financial expectations he has encountered in relationships can be intimidating.
  In a recent video shared on his social media page, Whitemoney stated that he is ready to settle down but is waiting for the right partner.
  “I can&rsqu
  
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• BBNaija S11: Doyin urges incoming housemates to express themselves freely

  17-07-2026 10:59 via thesun.ng
  
  Former Big Brother Naija housemate Doyin David has advised contestants preparing for the eleventh edition of the reality show to avoid being overly cautious while in the house.
  Speaking at the BBNaija Season 11 pre-show media launch in Lagos on Thursday, Doyin urged the incoming housemates not to be dull or excessively concerned about how they would be perceived by viewers.
  She encouraged them to express themselves freely during their stay in the house, even if their actions might attract critic
  
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• I love Davido so much – Actor Zubby Michael recalls unforgettable experience

  17-07-2026 07:49 via thesun.ng
  
  Nollywood actor Zubby Michael has expressed admiration for Nigerian singer Davido, describing him as a kind-hearted person who wants those around him to succeed.
  Speaking in an interview, Zubby Michael said he regards the singer as a good person and praised his willingness to support others.
  He also spoke about his personal interactions with the singer, noting that he is always excited whenever they meet.
  “I love Davido so much. He’s a great guy. He has a good heart. I love people no
  
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• 23-year-old becomes medical doctor, says ‘success sucked first’

  17-07-2026 03:06 via thesun.ng
  
  For many people, becoming a doctor is the destination. For 23-year-old Dr. Oamen Samuel Osehoje, popularly known in music circles as Benny Zanda, it is the beginning of another chapter.
  There were tears of joy as the young doctor was inducted into the medical profession after earning his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from Babcock University on June 22, 2026, at the university’s amphitheatre.
  The occasion was especially emotional for Osehoje and his family. Just a year
  
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• Why I signed management deal with Ceazera Music – Stryka, Nigerian-American artiste

  17-07-2026 01:15 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigerian-American singer, songwriter, recording and performing artiste, Adegbola Folayan Adeniyi Adesanya a.k.a Stryka has inked an exclusive deal with Ceazera Music, the talent management and music division of Ceazera Classix Empire.With a distinctive artistic identity that blends Afro-fusion, contemporary African sounds and global influences, Stryka represents a new generation of African creatives poised to make a lasting impact on the international music scene.
  The partnership marks a signifi
  
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• N160m grand prize at stake as BBNaija premieres next Sunday

  17-07-2026 01:09 via thesun.ng
  
  For lovers of popular reality TV show, Big Brother Naija, it’s yet another exciting time, as the Season 11 premieres on Sunday, July 26.
  According to the organisers, the winner of this year’s edition will smile home with N160 million worth of prizes – the largest since the show debuted in 2006.
  “The spotlight is waiting. No hiding, no playing safe. Biggie’s house reopens on July 26th,” the organisers said in a statement posted on social media.Season 11, which
  
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• Bar De Change excites Nigerian travellers to US, Mexico

  17-07-2026 01:08 via thesun.ng
  
  A new way for travellers to enjoy familiar social experiences beyond the country’s borders has been discovered. This comes as Heineken unveiled Bar De Change, Nigeria’s first social currency exchange.
  Available to Nigerians travelling to the United States and Mexico, the platform allows consumers who purchase a Heineken in Nigeria to receive a gift card redeemable for a Heineken abroad at the same price paid at home.From July 7-19, Nigerian travellers can be part of the experience by
  
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• OG Abbah, DJ Swaggs, Skyboi dazzle at Kano’s The Gathering on 100

  17-07-2026 01:05 via thesun.ng
  
  Fast rising Northern artistes OG Abbah, DJ Swaggs and Hypeman Skyboi dazzled at the ultimate youth concert, The Gathering on 100, which held at Meena Events Centre, Kano last Saturday.
  The event had already spent the day drawing young attendees into football matches, gaming tournaments, dance competitions, movie screenings, Pitchathon sessions and creative experiences. But as the sun began to set, the crowd gradually shifted towards the stage, setting the scene for one of the biggest highlights
  
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