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Sanwo-Olu rejoices with Tunde Onakoya for historic chess marathon record Tunde Onakoya and Martinez receive GWR certificate Credit: X| Tunde_OD Sanwo-Olu rejoices with Tunde Onakoya for historic chess marathon record Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has praised Nigerian chess master and founder of Chess in Slums, Tunde Onakoya, for setting a new 64-hour chess marathon record. In a message shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, Sanwo-Olu celebrated the victory as not just a personal achievement but a proud moment for Lagos and the entire nation. Sanwo-Olu and a player Governor Sanwo-Olu commended Tunde’s unwavering dedication and perseverance, describing the…

While In PSG, Okocha Played The Role Of Senior Brother To Ronaldinho Okocha While In PSG, Okocha Played The Role Of Senior Brother To Ronaldinho. Former Super Eagles captain Austine Okocha has disclosed that he acted the role of a senior brother to former Brazilian star, Ronaldinho when he came to Paris Saint Germain. Okocha, who joined PSG in 1998 after his exploit at France 98′ World Cup, was later joined by Ronaldinho in 2001. The former Bolton star told Oma Sports TV, that he had to play a big role in helping Ronaldinho settle down to life at PSG.…

Joke Silva Reveals Reason Behind Unchanged Name Joke Silva  Joke Silva Reveals Reason Behind Unchanged Name * Says retaining maiden name after marriage was intentional. In a candid revelation that offers rare insight into one of Nigeria’s most respected celebrity marriages, veteran actress Joke Silva has shared how a crucial piece of advice from her husband, legendary actor Olu Jacobs, helped cement her professional identity in the entertainment industry. During her appearance on Stephen Akintayo’s Leadership podcast, the 63-year-old entertainment icon disclosed that retaining her maiden name after marriage was a deliberate decision guided by her husband’s remarkable foresight about…

Remember Pope Francis with most memorable statements POPE FRANCIS  Remember Pope Francis with most memorable statements. Pope Francis, the Argentine pontiff, leader of the Catholic Church since March 2013, spent 38 days being treated for double pneumonia at Rome’s Gemelli hospital before seeming to recover, leaving the facility on March 23. His death came just a day after he delighted the crowds of worshippers at the Vatican on Easter Sunday with an appearance, looking frail, on the balcony at Saint Peter’s Basilica. Francis, whose real name was Jorge Bergoglio, was the first Jesuit to lead the world’s almost 1.4 billion…

Senate works towards creation of state police – Bamidele Opeyemi Bamidele Senate works towards creation of state police – Bamidele The leader of the Senate, Opeyemi Bamidele, has disclosed that the National Assembly is in the process of developing legal frameworks for the creation of state police. He said that the establishment of the state police will serve as part of the measures to address insecurity in the country. Bamidele made this known on Sunday in a statement in Abuja through his Directorate of Media and Public Affairs. He also celebrated with Christians worldwide to mark Easter, asking leaders across…

Easter: Glo Admonishes Christians to Embrace Christ-like Virtues Telecommunications giant, Globacom, has charged Christians to embrace the virtues that Christ preached as the 2025 Easter celebrations hold this weekend. While congratulating Christians in Nigeria in a goodwill message released from its Lagos Head Office on Thursday, Globacom admonished them to imbibe the noble qualities of Jesus Christ. According to Glo, “Peace, love and sacrifice are the central message of Easter. Christ offered himself in atonement for the sins of the world and he lived a life which made Him an eternal symbol of peace and goodwill for mankind” Globacom charged…

Pope Francis gives up the ghost at 88 Pope Francis Pope Francis gives up the ghost at 88. Pope Francis died early Monday morning. Cardinal Kevin Ferrel, the Vatican camerlengo announced. “At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of his Church, ″ Farrell said in the announcement.

Faleye Requests Better Healthcare In Oyo State In An Open Letter To Seyi Makinde Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde.  Faleye Requests Better Healthcare In Oyo State In An Open Letter To Seyi Makinde * … seeks intervention to deteriorating health conditions of the masses A self-acclaimed advocate for good governance, Faleye Oluwatosin Simon has advised Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, to look into the state’s healthcare system that is currently in crisis. Saying this through an open letter, he disclosed that his urgent plea is simply a call to action fuelled by his patriotic desire to see Oyo State enjoy…

Nigerian lawyer, Omowumi honoured with Global Citizen Prize Omowumi Ogunrotimi Nigerian lawyer, Omowumi honoured with Global Citizen Prize * Recognition for work on combatting climate changes. Nigerian gender advocate, lawyer, and founder of the Gender Mobile Initiative, Omowumi Ogunrotimi, has been named one of the winners of the prestigious 2025 Global Citizen Prize. Ogunrotimi received the prestigious award alongside other notable changemakers, including Valeriia Rachynska from Ukraine, Taily Terena from Brazil, and Lydia Amenyaglo from Ghana. Global Citizen, a leading international advocacy organisation dedicated to ending extreme poverty, explained that the awards recognise young individuals who are driving impactful actions…

GWR recognizes Tunde Onakoya’s chess marathon world record GWR recognizes Tunde Onakoya’s chess marathon world record Nigerian chess master Tunde Onakoya, founder of Chess in Slums Africa, has again broken the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon, crossing the 61-hour mark in New York City alongside American chess champion Shawn Martinez. The duo surpassed the previous benchmark of 61 hours early Sunday morning and is now pushing toward an ambitious 70-hour goal. The marathon, staged at the heart of Times Square, began on Wednesday, April 17, and is expected to end Sunday, April 20. Announcing the milestone via…