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Nigerian Rapper, Owoh Chimaobi Chrismathner, popularly known as Zoro, revealed the role prayers played in helping him to choose music as a career path. In an interview with PUNCH, the young musical artiste noted that his mother was not in support of his career when he decided to choose music.

“Prayers,” he simply said, when asked what helped him to become an artiste.

He also said, “My mum once said she wasn’t using one ‘wrapper’ to save money to send me to school for me to bring home some crap CDs for her. As a child, I wanted to become a marine engineer. I grew up in Onitsha and Enugu; it was really tough growing up during those times but God and my family had my back, so I pulled through. My life as an undergraduate wasn’t easy; sometimes, I had to leave for school by 4.30am just to get some good place to sit.”

Source: https://www.mediahelm.com.ng/2019/07/prayers-helped-me-choose-music-as.html

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PDP presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar has reacted through his Twitter handle to the death of Mrs. Funke Olakunrin, daughter of Afenifere chairman, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, killed by persons suspected to be herdsmen.

According to sources, the 58-year-old woman was heading to Ore Junction from Akure, Ondo State, when she was attacked and shot by the herdsmen.

Atiku said:

"I condemn, in the strongest possible terms, the killing of Mrs. Funke Olakunrin, daughter of Chief Reuben Fasoranti, the Chairman of Afenifere. This is one death too many.

"I call on the security services to initiate speedy and thorough investigations to bring her killers to book and stem the epidemic of insecurity in our land.

My prayers and deep compassion go to Chief Reuben Fasoranti, his family and the entire membership of Afenifere.

"My family and I stand shoulder to shoulder with you at this trying time, even as we pray for the repose of Mrs. Funke Olakunrin’s soul. Peace must return to Nigeria, by every means possible. Enough of this. Enough of this! -AA

Source: https://www.mediahelm.com.ng/2019/07/atiku-reacts-to-death-of-daughter-of.html

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Popular Disk Jockey, Cuppy spotted with former unified world heavyweight champion, Anthony Joshua as they hang out together in Lagos.

The professional boxer visit Nigeria for the first time in many years.

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Source: https://www.mediahelm.com.ng/2019/07/dj-cuppy-and-anthony-joshua-hang-out.html

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American female rapper, Nicki Minaj shared video of Nigerian family of five rapping to her song's beat.

The rapper shared the video with caption: "OH OK!!!! #Naija BETTA STAND UP!!!! Nigeria �� MICKI MINAJ LETS GO❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️ #megatronchallenge somebody bout to win 10K‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️"

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Source: https://www.mediahelm.com.ng/2019/07/nicki-minaj-shares-video-of-nigerian.html
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Joint of security operatives open fire on Shiite protesters at National Assembly Complex on Tuesday In Abuja.

Photos Credit: SR

Source: https://www.mediahelm.com.ng/2019/07/police-open-fire-on-shiite-protesters.html

A 32-year-old Nigerian national has been arrested in Hyderabad, India for allegedly cheating a woman in the pretext of marrying her.

Alionyem Bright from Delta State contacted the woman introducing himself as Basim Karim from United Kingdom and showed interest in marrying her.

He then told her he is coming to India soon with some foreign currency and gifts.

However, the next day the woman received fake calls claiming that Basim was arrested in Delhi by the custom officials and asked her to pay Rs 16.3 lakh.

According to the police, the fake customs officials had collected a total of Us 16.3 lakh from her on the pretext of taxes and other expenditure.

The woman later realised that she was cheated and approached the police.

Source: https://www.mediahelm.com.ng/2019/07/nigerian-man-held-in-india-for-duping.html

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Nigerians, Nairaland please vote for our own Asisat Oshoala to win the Women's World Cup 'Goal of the Tournament.' Click on the link above, scroll down and VOTE!

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Former Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode in his tweets, hail the Biafra movement leader, Nnamdi Kanu says he is popular than all Igbo Governors, politicians and monarchs put together.

He wrote:

"There is no man that is as popular in the East today as Nnamdi Kanu. All the Igbo Governors, legislators, politicians and traditional rulers put together cannot match him in terms of mass followership and popularity.

"He has captured the imagination of the Igbo youths, he stands for an ideal and he believes in the total emancipation of the Igbo nation.I have met this man and I have weighed his soul by looking deep into his eyes.Rarely have I seen such passion,strength,commitment,fortitude and courage displayed in the Nigerian political space.


Source: https://www.mediahelm.com.ng/2019/07/nnamdi-kanu-is-bigger-than-all-igbo.html
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Super Eagle Captain John Mikel Obi has vowed to make his last Africa Cup of Nations one to remember for Nigeria and believes his presence in the squad could be a crucial factor in their bid for success.

The midfielder, 32, concedes this will certainly be his last appearance on the continental showpiece event and possibly for his country.

“It’s been an amazing ride for me in the national team,” Mikel told BBC Sport.

Obviously winning the Nations Cup in South Africa was the high point, that’s why I want to help this young team to hopefully achieve their dreams

“Thirteen years I think is enough. I’ve won trophies, I’ve had a lot of amazing time. I think it’s time for these young guys to carry on.

“I’m mostly here in Egypt to support the young guys and make sure they’re on the right track.

“I think my presence is always important for them, hopefully I can finish with the trophy.”

Mikel has won a total of 89 caps for Nigeria, playing for them in the past two World Cups and helping the Super Eagles win the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations.

He also helped Nigeria finish third at the 2006 and 2010 Nations Cups.

He has made two appearances for his country at the ongoing tournament in Egypt, but missed their last-16 tie through injury as Nigeria secured a quarter-final date against South Africa with a 3-2 win over bitter rivals Cameroon.

Now Mikel is determined to play a part in Nigeria’s quest for a fourth continental title.

Source: https://www.mediahelm.com.ng/2019/07/afcon-2019-this-is-my-last-tournament.html
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Super Eagles forward, Ahmed Musa, says he wants to win the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations trophy in honour of late coach of the side, Stephen Keshi.

Keshi last won the AFCON title for Nigeria, leading the team to victory in the 2013 edition of the tournament in South Africa, and Musa was part of the squad.

Speaking with CAF online, Musa who was one of the only three players that won the 2013 AFCON, said Keshi was like a father to him.

Musa said:

“It was such a happy occasion when we won in 2013 and we said as a team then that there is no bigger honour than winning something for your country. Now, it is the same for us this year after missing out over the last two editions.

“If we win the title, I am going to dedicate it to the late Stephen Keshi because he was like a father to me. It’s not that easy losing someone so special to you and the memories I have left of him are like a motivator.

“There are so many lessons I draw from him as a person and as a coach and that is what always keep me going. We really miss him as players and as a country and we always pray for him. It would be an honour for us if we won this for him.

“We don’t fear anyone. For us, is just to take a game at a time, focus as a team and give our best. There is no easy team at this AFCON and we know if we are to win, it will come as a result of very hard work.”

Source: https://www.mediahelm.com.ng/2019/07/i-want-to-win-afcon-for-stephen-keshi.html

Businessman, club owner and socialite, Mike Nwogu, popularly known as Pretty Mike, while speaking with PUNCH, revealed he might end up being a pastor.

Recall that in 2017 some pictures hit the internet where the socialite chained some girls on a dog leash and took them to different events in Lagos. Also few months ago, Mike was spotted at a wedding in Lagos with four dwarfs carrying sacrifice

While speaking on his childhood ambitious, he said:

"I believe one day, I would become a pastor. It might still happen. It depends on when the Lord calls me. I like to speak to people. I like how motivational speakers talk to people. I grew up in a Christian background."

Source: https://www.mediahelm.com.ng/2019/07/i-might-end-up-being-pastor-pretty-mike.html

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Former Nigerian Senator, Ben Bruce spotted with singer Burna Boy and his mother at the 2019 BET Awards in Los Angeles, where the singer is a nominee for Best International Act.

The senator wrote:

"With @burnaboy and his mum at the #BETAwards2019 in LA, where he is a nominee for Best International Act. I am hoping he wins. Developing the entertainment industry is one of my life’s passions and it gives me great joy to see Nigerian acts shine brightly on the world stage.

Source: https://www.mediahelm.com.ng/2019/06/sen-ben-bruce-spotted-burna-boy-and-his.html

Operatives of the Benin Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, in an early morning raid on Saturday, June 22, 2019 arrested 16 suspected internet fraudsters at their hideout in Ughoton and Udu communities, Warri, Delta State.

The suspects who are between the ages of 20 to 30 were arrested sequel to intelligence report.

Items recovered from them at the point of arrest include laptop computers, iPhones, Android phones, ATM cards, and four exotic vehicles. The cars are Luxus ES330, GLK 4 Matic, Luxus RX 330 and Luxus ES350

The arrest of the fraudsters is one in the series by operatives of the Commission in line with the directive of the acting Executive Chairman of the Commission, Ibrahim Magu to rid the entire country of internet fraud and cyber crime.

The suspects have made useful statements and will soon be charged to court.

Source: https://www.mediahelm.com.ng/2019/06/efcc-arrests-16-suspected-internet.html