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Grammy-winning artist, Damini ‘Burna Boy’ Ogulu, has opened up about the reason behind his abrupt departure from the stage during his performance at the Greater Lagos Countdown 2025.

News Round The Clock (NRTC) gathered that the ‘Last Last’ hitmaker became the subject of widespread discussion after an unexpected encounter with a fan disrupted his set.

Addressing the backlash from fans and netizens, the 33-year-old took to his Instagram story yesterday to disclose that he suffers from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), which was triggered by the incident.

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Nigeria’s Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali is facing a devastating start to the year after a series of personal tragedies, latest being his mum’s demise.

The Chippa United shot-stopper, who received news of his father’s passing last November, is now mourning his mother. His father’s death occurred during his participation in the AFCON qualifiers, just after a game against Benin Republic.

Sadly, Nwabali announced on his social media platform on Wednesday that he has also lost his beloved mother. Sharing his grief with fans, the goalkeeper described the current year as the worst of his life so far.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/weeks-after-dads-passing-super-eagles-goalkeeper-nwabali-loses-mum-on-new-years-day/

Google is also trying to push newer versions of Android faster. The second preview build of Android 16 is now available, and as for the final build, everything is still on schedule for mid-2025.

Well, Google has just come out with Android 16 Developer Preview 2, just a little over one month after the first came out, and not long after the fully realized Android 15 is September. Timing is still unaltered: a mostly complete ‘Platform Stability’ update should arrive at some point before Q1 2025, followed by a final patch after several months of testing.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/second-android-16-preview-release-now-available/

The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle and President Bola Tinubu’s wife, Oluremi have launched the Elderly Support Scheme under the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI).

Themed “Total Wellness” the event was held at the Armed Forces Officers’ Mess in Asokoro, Abuja.

The Elderly Support Scheme, a flagship programme under the Renewed Hope Initiative, focuses on improving the welfare of senior citizens, particularly military veterans who have dedicated their lives to the nation’s security.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/rhi-launches-elderly-support-scheme-for-nigerian-veterans/

The Ministry of Youth Development has launched the Youth Activities Dashboard (YAD), a platform designed to provide young Nigerians with direct access to all youth-focused initiatives under President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

In a statement shared on his X page, Minister Ayodele Olawande highlighted that YAD would empower young people to track, monitor, and evaluate various government initiatives targeted at youth development.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/ministry-launches-youth-activities-dashboard/

Dutch legend Ruud Van Nistelrooy has signed as Leicester City manager with his contract set to run until June 2027.

According to Leicester City’s official website, Nistelrooy is expected to arrive the UK in time to witness the Premier League clash against Brentford on Saturday.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/ruud-van-nistelrooy-appointed-leicester-city-manager-until-2027/

The festive season is already in full swing, with Christmas vibes filling the air despite December being just a few days away. November has seen a slew of new song releases from gospel artists, bringing a fresh wave of seasonal cheer.

Now’s the perfect time to update your Christmas playlist with the latest tracks dedicated to the season, and get into the holiday spirit!

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/create-your-christmas-playlist-with-2024-christmas-songs/

Nigerian recording artiste, Skales whose real name is Raoul John Njeng-Njeng has mentioned that he inspired Grammy award winner, Damini Ogulu who is better known as Burna Boy in various parts of his music career.

Speaking in a recent interview with Naija FM, Lagos, Skales claimed that before he featured Burna Boy on ‘Temper Remix’ in 2017, the Port Harcourt-born singer had no hit song.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/i-inspired-burna-boy-singer-skales-claims/

The World Trade Organisation (WTO) has reappointed Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as its Director-General for a second term of four years. Her second tenure is set to commence on September 1, 2025.

Expressing her gratitude, Okonjo-Iweala stated, “I am deeply honoured by the trust and support of the WTO General Council and its 166 Members. It is a privilege to continue serving as Director-General for a second four-year term.”

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/ngozi-okonjo-iweala-secures-second-term-as-wto-director-general/

The Monetary Policy Committee of the Central Bank of Nigeria, MPC is expected to continue tightening its inflation-fighting measures when it meets for the last time this year due to the increasing inflation rate.

The current committee in its September meeting increased the MPR by 50 bps to 27.25 per cent its rationale revolves around; core inflation, money supply, fiscal deficits and food prices.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/mpc-meeting-today-another-interest-rate-hike-on-the-horizon/

Access Bank Limited, in its response, has strictly denied any truth in the allegations of missing funds and unethical demeanour.

The Bank in a statement said: “Our attention has been drawn to a video on social media wherein allegations of missing funds and unethical behaviour have been made against Access Bank PLC

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/access-bank-denies-allegations-of-missing-funds/

One of the superstitious narratives that gained prominence across the streets of Nigeria in the past was that someone would turn into a tuber of yam. Foremost Nigerian media personality Toolz has narrated how she thought she was going to become a tuber of yam following her recent encounter with a Nigerian lady at a mall.

Taking to her official X account, Toolz whose real name is Tolu Oniru-Demuren mentioned that she came across a lovely whose perfume she really liked.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/turning-into-a-tuber-of-yam-foremost-media-personality-toolz-recounts-afterthought-following-encounter-with-adorable-lady-in-lagos/

Nigerian thespian and social media content creator, Wofai Fada has shared photos of her baby bump on social media.

The foremost Nigerian thespian shared the photos on her Instagram platform on Thursday, November 14.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/nigerian-actress-wofai-fada-expecting-first-child-with-partner/

Nigerian recording artiste, Jaywon has addressed his rancorous relationship with his colleague, Ayra Starr.

According to the singer-songwriter, he doesn’t have a working relationship with Ayra Starr as they are not on talking terms.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/nigerian-singer-jaywon-addresses-relationship-with-ayra-starr/#google_vignette

Victor Osimhen continued his impressive goalscoring form with two decisive goals as Galatasaray handed Tottenham their first Europa League defeat.
The Nigerian Super Eagles forward capitalised on Spurs’ defensive lapses, helping the Turkish side leapfrog Tottenham in the group standings.

Tottenham’s struggles began early, with Yunus Akgün’s sixth-minute volley setting a battle-like tone in Istanbul. Despite an equaliser from Will Lankshear, Spurs’ disorganised defense left them vulnerable throughout.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/osimhens-brace-propels-galatasaray-to-important-victory-against-tottenham-in-europa-league/

The nomination list for the 67th Grammy award ceremony has been announced.

Nigerian music superstars such as Burna Boy, Asake and Rema have appeared on the nomination list for the 67th edition of the Grammy ceremony.
American artist Chris Brown, who is the only non-Nigerian artist in the category, made the cut with a song featuring two Nigerians, Davido and Lojay.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/67th-grammy-award-burna-boy-asake-others-bag-other-nominations/

Many claimed that the just concluded U.S election was a battle of choosing between two devils. But of all candidates that ran for the post of U.S presidency, Trump was the most controversial figure. Despite this, some public figures still decided to be Trump’s supporters.

His actions have labeled him as a racist and as if that is not enough, he has a criminal history.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/trumps-win-as-u-s-president-elon-musk-and-other-public-figures-who-supported-him/

President Bola Tinubu engaged in a phone conversation with U.S. President Joe Biden on Tuesday at approximately 4 p.m. Nigerian time.

The 30-minute discussion focused on key bilateral issues, according to Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/tinubu-biden-discuss-partnership-and-africas-future-in-un-security-council/

Many influencers have long stumbled on this, and Instagram has finally disclosed it. The video sharing service decreases the quality of your upload unless the video becomes viral.

Now, a large number of people have posted stories and Reels – however, there was a less obvious fact noticed, namely that their quality could vary.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/instagram-confirms-some-videos-are-streamed-in-lower-quality/

President Bola Tinubu has pledged that his administration will avoid the mistakes of past governments in neglecting livestock farming, emphasizing that Nigeria must reduce its reliance on dairy imports.

Speaking on Thursday at the opening of a two-day Consultative Workshop on Livestock Reforms at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja, Tinubu outlined a plan to overhaul the sector and make it a key driver of economic growth.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/tinubu-vows-to-revamp-nigerias-livestock-sector-reduce-dairy-imports/

Nigerian reality star, Uriel Oputa is of the opinion that some former Big Brother Naija contestants should desist from giving relationship advice on social media.

Uriel Oputa might have made the statement as a snide remark, however, she never stated who she was addressing in her post.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/reality-star-uriel-oputa-shades-former-bbnaija-contestants-who-share-relationship-advice-on-social-media/

Nigerian actress, Halima Abubakar, has issued a public apology to Apostle Johnson Suleman of Omega Fire Ministries for defaming him.

Abubakar admitted to spreading falsehood against Suleman and causing him pain via social media.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/halima-abubakar-issues-apology-to-controversial-pastor-johnson-suleman-for-defamation-of-character/

Nigeria’s president, Bola Tinubu, has dissolved the Ministry of Sports, replacing it with the National Sports Commission (NSC).

This decision emerged during the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held on Wednesday.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/breaking-tinubu-dissolves-ministry-of-sports/

Olusegun Obasanjo, the former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria has spoken about the ongoing hardship in the country under the rulership of current leader, Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

According to Obasanjo, “God didn’t create Nigeria to struggle”.
The former Nigerian leader said this when he spoke at the Methodist Archdiocese of Abuja’s 40th anniversary celebration held in Abuja on Sunday, October 13, Obasanjo emphasised that Nigeria had all it needs to thrive.

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Chelsea star Cole Palmer has been announced as the Premier League‘s Player of the Month of September.
The England international scored five goals and supplied an assist during the month of September. His stunning performance included a hat-trick against Brighton as he scored all four goals in the Blues’ 4-2 triumph over the Seagulls.

22-year-old Palmer scored all his four goals in the first half of the game. He became the first player in Premier League history to score as many times before the break.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/premier-league-cole-palmer-wins-september-player-of-the-month-award/

October 11 every year is the International Day of the Girl Child. The first of this commemoration was on December 19, 2011 when the United Nations adopted the Resolution to consecrate this day towards the commemoration.

This year’s theme is Girls’ Vision for the Future.This year’s commemoration is tailored towards the amplification of girls’ rights with emphasis on gender equality. Girls have the right to dream and not water down their dreams because of their gender.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/international-day-of-the-girl-child-2024-girls-vision-for-the-future/

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has emphasised the critical importance of early childhood education as a powerful tool for shaping the future of both individuals and the nation.

According to her, focusing on these formative years can significantly influence a child’s life trajectory and contribute to a stronger, more prosperous society.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/early-childhood-education-pivotal-to-formidable-future-remi-tinubu/#google_vignette

The Industrial Training Fund (ITF) has designated Osun State as its South-West Zonal Headquarters.

Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, made this announcement in a statement on Tuesday.

He stated that the ITF management disclosed this decision to Dapo Ademola-Adesina, the Special Adviser to Governor Ademola Adeleke on Technical and Vocational Education, during a meeting on Monday.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/itf-announces-osun-as-south-west-zonal-headquarters/

“I was an armed robber at the age of 14,” controversial Nigerian preacher, Odumeje whose real name is Chukwuemeka Ohanaemere made the revelation.

Odumeje disclosed that he grew up on a dangerous street in the Onitsha area of Anambra State.


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https://newsroundtheclock.com/i-was-an-armed-robber-at-14-controversial-preacher-odumeje/

The NNPC Ltd and Seplat Energy Joint Venture (JV) has carried out a comprehensive medical outreach, offering free eye health services to individuals with visual impairments in the Ohaji/Egbema community of Imo State.

In a statement, NNPC’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, highlighted that through the “Eye Can See” programme, a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, the JV distributed over 10,000 reading glasses and performed 639 eye surgeries, including cataract removals.

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https://newsroundtheclock.com/nnpc-seplat-jv-hold-free-eye-health-services-in-imo/