News – Page 41 – Rise Africa

Remodelled Osogbo Stadium To Have 15,000 Sitting Capacity

20.04.2026

…Commends Contractor on Speed of Work Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has commended the speedy and qualitative ongoing remodelling of Osogbo stadium, announcing that the sitting capacity of the modernised and upgraded stadium has been increase from 4000 to 15,000 capacity. Speaking after the daily project review session which, according to his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale...

“I Prefer That My Kids Join My Father’s Business

20.04.2026

Nigerian Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has said he prefers his children to pursue careers in his father’s business empire rather than enter the entertainment industry. During an interview on The Breakfast Club, the singer said he motivates his children to think about becoming part of the family business, saying he is happy with the...

‘I’ll Not Touch My Savings, Not Even For Family Emergencies’

20.04.2026

Nigerian content creator and streamer, Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, has stirred social media reactions after stating that the ₦100 million he has in savings remains strictly off-limits, even in the face of urgent family crises. In a viral video on Monday, Peller sparked conversations about money, savings, and financial discipline with skit maker...

Group Condemns Sarafa Alli’s Insensitive Comment Against Oke Ogun

20.04.2026

The Oyo Rebirth Initiative has outrightly condemned the comment credited to the Senator representing Oyo South Senatorial District, Sen. Sarafa Alli. This is contained in a press statement issued on Monday by the Convener of the Oyo Rebirth Initiative, Comrade Yinka Gbadebo. The statement read, “The Oyo Rebirth Initiative has issued this statement to reiterate...

“I Prefer That My Kids Join My Father’s Business To Doing Music

20.04.2026

Nigerian Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as, Davido expressed that he prefers his children to pursue careers in his father’s business empire rather than enter the entertainment sector. During an interview on The Breakfast Club, the singer expressed that he motivates his children to think about becoming part of the family business, pointing to...

Aiyedatiwa Calls For Stronger Synergy Between FG, LG

20.04.2026

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has called for stronger synergy between the Federal Government and sub-national governments in the implementation of social intervention programmes, insisting that effective delivery depends on collaboration between policymakers and structures closest to the people. The Governor made the call while receiving the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction,...

I Used To Be A Prostitute Before God Saved Me- DJ Kulet

20.04.2026

Popular Nigerian Disc jockey, Kudirat Gbemisola, better known as DJ Kulet, has revealed that she was once involved in prostitution before giving her life to Christ. The celebrity DJ made this revelation during a testimony session in a church service on Sunday, discussing her past experiences and personal growth. Kulet recounted her past life in Surulere,...

Elections Without National Vision Risk Failure

20.04.2026

The founder of Daystar Christian Centre and Strategic Leadership Consultant, Dr Sam Adeyemi, has urged Nigerians to demand a national dialogue on the country’s future direction, warning that elections without clear national alignment risk repeating past outcomes. In a statement issued on Monday by the head of Communication Daystar Christian Centre, Mr Ayo Makinde, said “Anything...

Okebukola Lauds JAMB Boss As 536 Blind Candidates Sit For UTME

20.04.2026

The Chairman of the JAMB Equal Opportunity Group (JEOG), Emeritus Professor Peter Okebukola has commended the Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Is-haq Oloyede, for what he described as an unprecedented commitment to equal access to higher education in Africa, as 536 blind candidates and others with special needs are participating...

Stop Attacking Abike Shugaa, Toyin Abraham Urges Fans

20.04.2026

Nigerian actress and filmmaker, Toyin Abraham, has called on her fan base, known as “Toyin Titans,” to stop attacking her former protégé, Pelumi Olawuni, popularly called Abike Shugaa, following their ongoing public disagreement. Speaking in a Snapchat video on Monday, Abraham sought forgiveness and encouraged supporters to move beyond the ongoing controversy that continues to...