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• Mr P backtracks, apologises over ‘anti-Igbo’ tweet

  29-07-2026 21:12 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigerian music superstar Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, one half of the legendary music duo Psquare, has apologised over remarks made on his official X account that sparked widespread backlash, insisting he never intended to insult the Igbo language or culture.
  The singer issued the apology on Wednesday after his previous comments on Nigerian languages generated criticism on social media, with some users accusing him of making anti-Igbo remarks.
  In a statement posted on his verified X han
  
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• Peller, Jarvis officially marry in civil ceremony

  29-07-2026 20:53 via thesun.ng
  
  Popular TikTok creators Hamzat Habeeb Adelaja, popularly known as Peller, and Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, known as Jarvis, have held a civil wedding, formally beginning the legal process of their marriage.
  The court wedding took place on Wednesday, ahead of the couple’s grand wedding ceremony scheduled for August 1, 2026.
  Videos and photos from the civil ceremony have since gone viral on social media, capturing moments from the event as the couple completed the legal formalities of their uni
  
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• I never said I hate Igbo language — Peter Okoye responds to backlash

  29-07-2026 20:52 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Peter Okoye, one half of the defunct music duo P-Square, has apologised over the backlash sparked by his recent comments about Nigerian languages, insisting that he never insulted the Igbo language or culture.The singer admitted, via a tweet on X, that his response to the question, “Who Naija language help?” offended some people and said he takes full responsibility for how his remarks were received.
  If my response to “Who Naija language help?” upset some people, I apolo
  
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• Photos: Peller, Jarvis exchange wedding vows at court ceremony

  29-07-2026 18:00 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabPopular Nigerian content creators Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, and Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, better known as Jarvis, have officially exchanged wedding vows at their court wedding, marking another milestone in their highly publicised love story.Videos from the civil ceremony surfaced on social media on Wednesday, showing the couple exchanging vows before signing their marriage register as family members and close friends looked on. The clips have since attracted
  
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• BBNaija 11: Sheba tells Trams to improve his flirting game

  29-07-2026 16:50 via thesun.ng
  
  Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate, Sheba, has advised fellow contestant Trams to improve his flirting skills after discovering he had been trying to woo her.
  The 32-year-old made the remark during a late-night conversation after Trams revealed that he had been interested in her since they entered the house, particularly after learning that she is a single mother.
  Reacting to the revelation, Sheba said she had no idea Trams was making advances because his approach was not obvious enough.
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• Abia Gov Otti steps in to fund Ngozi Nwosu’s medical treatment

  29-07-2026 16:12 via thesun.ng
  
  Abia State Governor Alex Otti has approved the first phase of funding for the medical treatment of veteran Nollywood actress Ngozi Nwosu after she publicly appealed for financial assistance to undergo multiple surgeries.
  The intervention comes days after the 62-year-old actress, who hails from Abia State, revealed that she requires three surgeries and needs about ₦30 million to cover the cost of her treatment.
  The governor’s Senior Special Assistant on Tourism and Entertainment, Mart
  
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• 4 Novelas+ Shows You Should Be Watching Right Now

  29-07-2026 14:46 via thenet.ng
  
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  At the heart of Novelas+ is one thing: unforgettable storytelling. From dangerous secrets and complicated romances to inspiring comebacks and long-awaited revenge, its lineup offers something for every telenovela lover.Here are four shows that will give you a reason to fall in love with Novelas+1. Sins and Roses: For the Love That Rises from Betrayal | Weekdays at 3
  
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• MTN Foundation Marks 20 Years of MUSON Partnership, Opens Applications for Music Scholarship Programme

  29-07-2026 14:41 via thenet.ng
  
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  The MTN Foundation has opened applications for the 2026 MUSON Music Scholars Programme as its partnership with the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON) marks 20 years.Since 2006, the partnership has enabled more than 500 talented young Nigerians to access professional music education at the MUSON School of Music. Through fully funded scholarships, the programme has he
  
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• BBNaija: ‘If you disobey me, there’ll be consequences’ – HoH Chimsom tells housemates

  29-07-2026 14:12 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Deborah OyekaleHead of House (HoH) in Big Brother Naija season 11, Chimsom Chuka, has warned his fellow housemates against disobeying his directives.During a conversation on Tuesday, he repeatedly stressed that every contestant willingly chose to participate in the show and must abide by the rules of the house.He said, “They did not beg you to audition; voluntary exit is an option and there would be consequences for disobeying the head of house.”The statement has sparked reaction
  
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• BBNaija: I want to be a gambit — Kamsy

  29-07-2026 13:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabBig Brother Naija Season 11 housemate Kamsy has declared her interest in becoming one of this season’s “Gambits,” saying the opportunity guarantees her a place among the finalists, regardless of whether she walks away with the ₦160 million grand prize.While speaking during her diary session with Big Brother on Wednesday, Kamsy admitted she was initially disappointed after learning that the Gambit role comes with immunity until the finale but automatic
  
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• Mayorkun reunites with Davido on new song ‘B4 B4’

  29-07-2026 13:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Nigerian singer Mayorkun has reunited with Afrobeats superstar Davido on a new song, “B4 B4”, ahead of its release on July 31.Mayorkun announced the collaboration in a post on his verified Instagram page on Wednesday.The singer shared a promotional photograph of himself and Davido with the caption “New Music! This Friday! ‘B4 B4’ #Oriade.”The song is one of the tracks on Davido’s forthcoming album, “Oriadé”.The announcement has genera
  
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• BBNaija: ‘Step up your game’ – Sheba mocks Tram’s ‘toasting’ skills

  29-07-2026 13:34 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabBig Brother Naija Season 11 housemate Sheba has playfully criticised fellow housemate Tram’s flirting skills after revealing that she never realised he had been trying to woo her.The exchange came during a late-night conversation after Sheba disclosed that she is a single mother. Surprised by the revelation, Tram asked after seeing photos of her son, “So you have a kid?”“Yeah,” Sheba replied.Reacting with amusement, Tram said, “I have been
  
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• I’m nobody without Nigerian culture, language – Rudeboy

  29-07-2026 12:53 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigerian singer Paul Okoye, better known as Rudeboy, has distanced himself from his twin brother Peter Okoye’s stance that his indigenous language is not beneficial to him.
  Peter, known musically as Mr P, stirred controversy recently after expressing pride in how fluently his children speak French, while downplaying the importance of those in Nigeria.
  Mr P’s comment was met with backlash, with most netizens berating him for attaching monetary importance to his native d
  
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• Actress Chidera Adiele seeks help for brother battling mental illness

  29-07-2026 12:35 via thesun.ng
  
  Nollywood actress and art curator, Chidera Adiele, has appealed for help over her younger brother’s prolonged battle with drug addiction and mental illness.
  In a video shared on her Instagram page on Tuesday, Adiele revealed that her brother has been struggling with the condition for the past seven years.
  She explained that his ordeal began after he secured admission into the University of Lagos in 2019 and deteriorated during his first academic session in 2020.
  She said her brother had be
  
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• What Network Expands Across Sub-Saharan Africa, Bringing the Commonwealth Games to Millions on What.tv  

  29-07-2026 12:15 via thenet.ng
  
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  What Network, the Free-to-Air broadcast platform of What Media Group (WMG), today confirmed a major expansion of its media rights, extending its footprint across Sub-Saharan Africa, excluding South Africa. The move puts live coverage of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow directly into the hands of audiences across the region, streaming free on What.tv.The expans
  
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• BTS Will Not Submit Music for 2027 Grammys, Saying Their Music Shouldn’t Be Divided by Region or Language

  29-07-2026 11:48 via thenet.ng
  
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  BTS has announced that it will not submit its music for consideration at the 69th Grammy Awards, set to take place on Feb. 7, 2027, marking a surprising decision from one of the world’s most celebrated music acts.On Wednesday, all seven members—RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook—shared an identical statement across their individual Instag
  
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• BBNaija S11: Chimsom warns housemates against disobeying Head of House

  29-07-2026 11:05 via thesun.ng
  
  Big Brother Naija Season 11 Head of House, Chimsom Chuka, has cautioned fellow housemates against flouting the authority of the Head of House, reminding them that there are consequences for breaking the house rules.
  Speaking during a conversation with the housemates, Chimsom stressed that every contestant willingly chose to participate in the reality show and must therefore abide by its regulations.
  “They did not beg you to audition. Voluntary exit is an option. There will be consequences
  
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• ‘Yahoo keeping economy afloat’ – Actor Ugo Nwokolo

  29-07-2026 09:47 via thesun.ng
  
  Nollywood actor, Ugo Nwokolo has shared a controversial opinion on internet fraud, saying it has been keeping the nation’s economy afloat amid a tougher economic climate.
  Nwokolo made the assertion in a video interview currently circulating on social media.
  According to the actor, the cost of living and soaring house rent have made life unbearable for legitimate income earners.
  He said high rent in major cities like Lagos and Abuja has edged out those earning N50,000 and N90,000 monthly.
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