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My Focus Now Is Making Money And Having My First Child Through Surrogacy – BBNaija Star Phyna Says{VIDEO}
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My Focus Now Is Making Money And Having My First Child Through Surrogacy – BBNaija Star Phyna Says{VIDEO}

Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Ijeoma Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has opened up about her future plans, revealing that her current priority is building wealth and becoming a mother through surrogacy.Speaking on her podcast, the reality TV star disclosed that her major goal for the remainder of this year and the beginning of next year is to focus on financial growth while preparing to welcome her first child.Phyna explained that she does not intend to carry the pregnancy herself, stating that she plans to use a surrogate.According to her, she had previously considered remaining a pet parent to cats and dogs but has since had a change of heart.“My goal for the rest of the year and early next year is to focus on making money and having my first child. When I say havi...
Goodluck Jonathan warns public against fake Instagram account
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Goodluck Jonathan warns public against fake Instagram account

The Office of former President Goodluck Jonathan has disowned a trending Instagram account operating under the handle @goodluck_ebelejonathan, describing it as fake and an act of impersonation.In a statement issued on Friday, Jonathan’s media aide, Mr Ikechukwu Eze, said the former president does not operate or maintain any personal account on Instagram.Eze said the account had repeatedly changed identity while misleading the public.“May the public take note that the account represents itself as a fan page at times and impersonates the former president most of the time.“The username has been changed 13 times and counting and we hope that Meta does the needful in due time,” he said.He added that the account alternates between presenting itself as a fan page and impersona...
Centre Warns Farmers About Emerging Cassava Virus Threat
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Centre Warns Farmers About Emerging Cassava Virus Threat

The Central and West African Virus Epidemiology for Root and Tuber Crops (WAVE) has launched an awareness campaign for cassava farmers in Kebbi State to help prevent the spread of a newly identified cassava mosaic virus that is advancing across parts of Africa.According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the sensitisation exercise took place in Tungar Noma community, located in Argungu Local Government Area of the state.The initiative aims to educate farmers on the dangers posed by the virus, its impact on cassava production, and the potential threat it poses to food security.Speaking during the programme, the Country Director of WAVE, Prof. Ibrahim Umar, disclosed that the organisation, in partnership with Abdullahi Fodio University of Science and Technology, Aliero, has est...
Dollar To Naira Exchange Rate Today, May 30, 2026
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Dollar To Naira Exchange Rate Today, May 30, 2026

What is the current Dollar to Naira exchange rate in the black market, popularly known as the parallel market or Aboki FX?Below is the latest black market exchange rate for the Dollar against the Naira as of May 29, 2026.Dollar To Naira Black Market Exchange RateAccording to sources within the Lagos Bureau De Change (BDC) market, the US Dollar was traded at ₦1,385 for selling and ₦1,375 for buying on Friday, May 29, 2026.Dollar to Naira (USD/NGN)Black Market RateSelling Rate₦1,385Buying Rate₦1,375Dollar To Naira CBN Exchange RateThe official exchange rate published through the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) market showed the following range:Dollar to Naira (USD/NGN)CBN RateHighest Rate₦1,375Lowest Rate₦1,372It is important to note that the Central Bank of Nig...
Ronaldo Could Play At 2030 World Cup – Martinez Roberto Reveals
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Ronaldo Could Play At 2030 World Cup – Martinez Roberto Reveals

Portugal coach Roberto Martinez has said “no one” should doubt that Cristiano Ronaldo could feature at the 2030 World Cup when he will be 45-years-old.Ronaldo will make a record sixth World Cup appearance when he leads Portugal in this summer’s tournament in north America. Portugal are co-hosting the 2030 World Cup with Spain and Morocco.Asked if Ronaldo, who has not given an indication as to when he will retire from football, could play at the 2030 World Cup, Martinez told Cadena Ser radio: “No one should doubt that. He’s earned it.”Ronaldo made his debut with Portugal in 2003 and is the all-time leader in appearances (226) and goals (143) for a men’s national team. He is also the only man to have scored in five World Cups.“We would love to be able to pass on Cristiano Ron...
Actress Doris Ogala Secures AAC Governorship Ticket In Abia
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Actress Doris Ogala Secures AAC Governorship Ticket In Abia

Popular Nollywood actress, Doris Ogala, has emerged as the African Action Congress (AAC) governorship candidate for the 2027 Abia State governorship election.Naija News reports that Ogala clinched the party’s ticket after emerging victorious in the AAC primary election, earning the right to represent the party in the race for the state’s highest political office.Videos making the rounds on social media captured the actress celebrating with supporters moments after she was declared winner of the primary.Her emergence follows months of internal debates and disagreements within the party over her governorship ambition. Despite opposition from some quarters, Ogala successfully secured the party’s nomination and will now fly the AAC flag in the 2027 election.She is expected to c...
Barcelona unveil €80 million Anthony Gordon from Newcastle
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Barcelona unveil €80 million Anthony Gordon from Newcastle

Barcelona confirmed the marquee signing of England winger Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United on Friday, May 29, in a deal that could rise to €80 million ($93 million). The 25-year-old left winger has agreed to a five-year contract keeping him at the club until June 30, 2031. Gordon enjoyed a sensational season with Newcastle, finishing as the club’s top scorer with 17 goals, including an impressive 10-goal haul in the Champions League. His high-profile arrival bolsters a reshaping Barcelona attack that is losing veteran Polish striker Robert Lewandowski at the end of his contract, and potentially Marcus Rashford following the conclusion of his loan spell from Manchester United. The newly crowned La Liga champions are enjoying more economic breathing room wi...
Watch Hungry xenophobic South African loot shops owned by foreign nationals {VIDEO}
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Watch Hungry xenophobic South African loot shops owned by foreign nationals {VIDEO}

Several shops owned by foreign nationals were looted in Estcourt, the KwaZulu-Natal midlands, South Africa on Friday morning, May 29, 2026.Provincial spokesperson Lt-Col Robert Netshiunda, who confirmed the incident said that "six shops owned by foreign nationals” were looted and calm has been restored in the area. He added that no injuries were reported."Police are assessing the situation for further investigations and police visibility will be maintained in the area.”He said the looting apparently took place in response to foreigners who took Mayor Mduduzi Myeza to court after Myeza gave undocumented foreign national business owners a 21-day deadline to leave the town. The deadline was due to end on Wednesday, May 27.The complainants took the Myeza m...
Petrol Price stands at N1,532.93 Per litre in April – NBS
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Petrol Price stands at N1,532.93 Per litre in April – NBS

The average retail price of a litre of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly known as petrol, witnessed a significant increase from ₦1,288.54 in March to ₦1,532.93 in April. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) made this known in its latest Premium Motor Spirit (Petrol) Price Watch report released in Abuja on Friday, May 29.According to the bureau, the April price of ₦1,532.93 represents an 18.97 percent increase over the price recorded in the preceding month of March. On a year-on-year basis, the average retail price of petrol escalated by 23.69 percent when compared to the ₦1,239.33 recorded in April 2025.A detailed analysis of state profiles revealed that consumers in Yobe State paid the highest average retail price for petrol in the country at ₦1,599.05 per litre. This was closely...
Subsidy removal saved Nigeria from bankruptcy – Tinubu
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Subsidy removal saved Nigeria from bankruptcy – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has said the removal of fuel subsidy at the start of his administration saved Nigeria from imminent bankruptcy, adding that the country’s ongoing reforms are now producing visible economic gains.Speaking on Friday, May 29, while receiving state governors at his Ikoyi residence in Lagos for Sallah celebrations and the third anniversary of his administration, Tinubu said the decision, though difficult, was necessary.“It was challenging at the time, but we survived. We faced litigation and accusations. We survived them. Instead of bankruptcy, Nigeria has survived. The economy has recovered. It is growing. Agriculture is booming,” the President said.Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, detailed the remarks in a statem...
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