Tag: Nigeria

Tyla faces boycott calls ahead of Lagos show as Nigerian podcaster speaks out

South African Grammy-winning singer Tyla Laura Seethal is facing calls for a boycott of her upcoming Lagos concert after a Nigerian podcaster urged fans to stay away from the event, citing the singer’s silence on recent xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa. Also see: Tyla adds South Africa to ‘A*POP’ World Tour The backlash […]

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Picture showing young Chidimma Adetshina allegedly attending Nigerian private school goes viral

Former Miss South Africa contestant Chidimma Adetshina is still keeping the internet guessing about her nationality after a picture of her younger self allegedly attending a private school in Nigeria went viral. Chidimma previously claimed that she was born and raised in Soweto. Also see: I’ve always felt Nigerian’: Chidimma Adetshina’s ‘national’ pride trends amid deportation […]

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‘I’ve always felt Nigerian’: Chidimma Adetshina’s ‘national’ pride trends amid deportation case

Controversial pageant participant Chidimma Adetshina is once again hogging headlines, this time for an old video of her declaring her Nigerian pride. The resurfacing of the footage comes during an intense battle with the Department of Home Affairs against her deportation from South Africa. Also see: Chidimma Adetshina explains which SA languages she doesn’t like speaking […]

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Nigeria’s First Lady urges Burna Boy and more Afrobeats stars to help less fortunate

While launching Nigeria’s community food bank, the country’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, called on Afrobeats superstars Burna Boy, Davido, and more to reach into their deep pockets and assist low-income Nigerians. Also see: South Africa responds after Nigeria seeks compensation in immigration dispute Nigerian First Lady mentions Burna Boy and more Tinubu noted that while the […]

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South Africa responds after Nigeria seeks compensation in immigration dispute

The South African government is facing growing diplomatic pressure following the deportation and repatriation of thousands of undocumented immigrants, while also responding to criticism from Ghana and compensation demands from Nigeria. Also see: King Misuzulu calls for peace amid rising illegal immigration tensions Most of those repatriated, including citizens of Ghana and Nigeria, were found to […]

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2026 World Cup Qualifiers: The Teams In, The Chaos Still To Come

A Bigger World Cup, But The Same Old Nerves Qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off quietly in October 2023 with a low-key goal from Myanmar’s Lwin Moe Aung against Macau. Fast forward to November 2025 and the picture is anything but quiet. The expanded 48-team World Cup, hosted by the United States, […]

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Celebrity, Faith, and Politics: Nicki Minaj Sparks Debate Over Nigeria

Celebrity, Faith, and Politics: When Worlds Collide Nicki Minaj, the global superstar known for her music and outspoken personality, has found herself at the centre of an international debate over religion, politics, and celebrity influence. Her recent post praising former U.S. President Donald Trump for speaking out about alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria has […]

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Hugo Broos: “The Mentality, Belief And Team Spirit Is Back”

As the sun sets over Mbombela on Tuesday night, the stage is set for one of Bafana Bafana’s most crucial matches in recent years — a must-win World Cup qualifier against Rwanda. For coach Hugo Broos, this isn’t just another game. It’s about pride, resilience, and proving that South Africa’s fighting spirit is alive and […]

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