The two, crossed imaged in red are hammers, similar to the Greek Thor’s is called OSÉ SÀNGÓ. It symbolises Sango olukoso, god of thunder in Yoruba culture. A royal ancestor of the Yoruba as he was the third Alaafin of the Oyo Kingdom and he is known for his powerful double hammer as seen on the crown. Sango, is a deity in Yoruba land and the father of every Alaafin, he held one of osé sàngó in his hand , it was his weapon for commanding thunder and fire. It is a physical proof of his authority and power.
Fiorentina Set to Extend De Gea’s Contract Until 2026
Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Fiorentina are set to extend David De Gea’s contract for another season. The new deal will be valid until June 2026. De Gea has played 28 league matches and kept 10 clean sheets, boasting a save ratio of 80.6%. The contract extension will include a salary increase. Since his move to Fiorentina, he has become a fan favourite and is regarded as one of the players of the season in Serie A.
NPFL Matchday 32: Rivers United Close Gap on Leaders, Relegation Battle Intensifies.
Matchday 32 in the NPFL didn’t disappoint, as it delivered lots of action. Rivers United beat the league leaders Remo Stars 1-0 to close the gap at the top of the table to five points. The Southwest derby between Shooting Stars and Ikorodu City ended goalless. Ikorodu City sits in 6th place, four points behind the automatic continental spot, with a game in hand. At the bottom end of the table, the clash between the two lowest-ranked teams—Sunshine Stars and Lobi Stars—ended in a 1-1 draw. The result feels like a defeat for Sunshine Stars, as a win would have...
“I Live Like A Poor Man Everyday” – Kizz Daniel
Nigerian Afrobeats Singer Kizz Daniel has revealed that despite his fame and success in the entertainment business, he still lives like a poor man. According to Kizz Daniel’s post on his X he doesn’t chase money anymore, the singer claimed he’s now being chased by money instead. It all started when Kizz Daniel stirred conversation online with a post saying that money does not bring happiness. He questioned why happiness seems to fade when money comes, reflecting on the emotional emptiness that can accompany material wealth. “Why when money comes, happiness dey always comot?” he asked. A netizen reacted to...
NDLEA Arrest 75-Year-Old And Others With Hard Drugs
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 75-year-old, Felix Nnanna, with 1.6kg of skunk, a strain of cannabis. Mr Nnana was arrested during a raid at Umunteke Asa, Ukwa West Local Government Area (LGA) in Abia. A statement released by the agency’s spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, on Sunday said the suspect was nabbed on Saturday, April 5. According to Mr. Babafemi, another suspect, David Chinemerem, 21, was also arrested with 2,050 ampoules of pentazocine at 7, Nnajiego Lane, Umuode Road, Aba on Tuesday, April 1. Similarly, operatives of the agency in Kogi arrested a 33-year-old lady, Ngozi Ogili,...
Two Top Military Officers Died In A Boko Haram Attack In Borno State
Suspected Boko Haram insurgents have attacked Izge village, Gwoza local government area of Borno state, killing soldiers and losing many of their fighters. According to security sources, who did not want to be named for lack of authorization, the insurgent made efforts to raid the camp at about 1 am of Sunday before they were repelled by the soldiers. “A Captain and a Corporal were among those that paid the supreme price, but many insurgents were killed during the encounter,” a security source revealed. The Chairman of Gwoza Local Government Area, Abba Timta, also confirmed the attack, said he was yet to...
Vehicle falls from Otedola Bridge, driver rescued
A private vehicle fell off the Otedola Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in the early hours of Monday, causing panic among commuters and passersby. There are reports that the car had four occupants, all of whom sustained varying degrees of injury. However, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, which confirmed the incident in a post on X, only stated that the driver was rescued and taken to a nearby hospital. “Report of an accident of a car that fell from Otedola Bridge. The driver has been rescued and taken to the nearby hospital. “There is backlog from Otedola Bridge to...