NEWS

Nigerian Striker George Ilenikhena Winning Big In Belgium Pro-League

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7 months ago

October 30, 2023

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Nigeria has a long history of producing players with extraordinary talent, and 17-year-old forward George Ilenikhena is the most recent star to emerge. In the Belgium Pro League, he’s rapidly becoming known, following in the footsteps of legendary striker Romelu Lukaku, who had a big impact as a teenager.

Lagos native George Ilenikhena, who plays alongside teammates Chidera Ejuke and Alhassan Yusuf on the pitch, has been an important member of Pro League champion Royal Antwerp. With his goal-scoring ability, Ilenikhena is lighting up the league, much like his predecessors Paul Onuachu and Gift Orban did.

During the summer transfer window, this young talent moved from French team Amiens to Antwerp. Although he had to get used to a new atmosphere during his first few days at the club, his recent performance shows that he’s already proving to be a fantastic addition. Remarkably, he scored in two straight games—one at Charleroi, Osimhen’s old team, and the other against Club Brugge barely a week later.

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The timing of Ilenikhena’s accomplishment is what makes it so amazing. He’s mimicking one of the best strikers in the world, Romelu Lukaku, who was the last player younger than him to score in back-to-back Belgian Pro League games—Lukaku did so at 16 years and 312 days—at the age of 17 years and 74 days, according to OptaJohan.

The amazing thing is that, because of his early relocation to France at the age of three and his football training in French academies, George Ilenikhena is qualified to play for both France and the Super Eagles, the national team of Nigeria. His ability has also been noticed by the French Football Federation (FFF), which called him up for the French U-16 team alongside other gifted players like Warren Zaire-Emery of PSG. TransferMarkt reported that despite receiving the call-up, he has not yet played for the French team.

SUPER SUB GEORGE ILENIKHENA 🇫🇷🇳🇬(2006) DREW LEVEL WITH HIS FIRST TOUCH WITHIN TWO MINUTES OF COMING ON!!!
A GREAT FINISH FOR HIS FIRST EVER TOPFLIGHT, ANTWERP, AND JUPILER PRO LEAGUE GOAL!!! pic.twitter.com/9XJl4SAYhS

— Football Report (@FootballReprt) October 29, 2023

Nigeria’s roster has an abundance of forward options due to their dual eligibility, with many talented players sitting on the bench. Ilenikhena hasn’t decided on a national team yet, but the Super Eagles won’t likely be overly concerned about losing this promising young talent. George Ilenikhena’s journey from Lagos to Belgium’s Pro League and his record-breaking performances are a testament to the continued excellence of Nigerian football talent.

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Patience Ozokwor Marks 45 Years In Entertainment Industry

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23 mins ago

May 29, 2024

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Patience Ozokwor, the Nollywood actress who has become a household name as Mama G, is celebrating a phenomenal achievement! For a whopping 45 years, she’s been gracing our screens and captivating audiences with her performances.

To share this exciting news and express her joy, Patience took to Instagram. In a heartfelt video, she reached out to her fans and friends, thanking God for her successful career and inviting them to join the festivities.

She wrote,

“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. My journey in entertainment started with sold-out school plays way back in secondary school and teacher’s training college. It’s time to celebrate this phenomenal journey, my people because God has indeed been faithful. Countdown begins now.”

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Patience Ozokwor also offered a glimpse into the very beginnings of her remarkable journey in the entertainment industry. Patience’s passion for acting wasn’t something that developed later in life; it seems the stage was where she was destined to shine. It all began with a school play during her secondary school days.

The play was a runaway success, selling out all the available seats!

This early taste of applause and appreciation for her talent likely fueled her passion for acting. The fire continued to burn brightly even during her teacher training college years. Then another school play received the same enthusiastic response. Patience’s ability to hold the audience’s attention and captivate them with her acting prowess was evident from a very young age.

Patience’s announcement was met with an outpouring of love and support. Her fans, colleagues from the industry, and even close friends all rushed to celebrate her incredible achievement.

Messages of congratulations flooded in, expressing their admiration for her long and successful career. The love wasn’t just verbal; many offered their support to ensure her 45th-anniversary celebration would be a truly unforgettable event.

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BREAKING NEWS

Lagos To Begin Demolition Of Oshodi Market Extensions On July 30

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24 hours ago

May 28, 2024

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On Monday, an official from the Lagos government announced plans to make changes to Oshodi Market. The general manager in charge of building regulations, Mr. Gbolahan Oki, said they will begin removing unauthorised structures from the market by July 30th. This means any shops or buildings that were added on illegally will be taken down.

He said,

“The Lagos State Building Control Agency, in conjunction with the Oshodi-Isolo Local Government Council Authority, has embarked on the sensitization of property owners, residents, shop owners, and market women and men on the removal of illegal structures, extensions built on road setbacks, shops, buildings, and public school premises around the Oshodi-Isolo LCDA.”

Mr. Oki also mentioned that there is a deadline to receive compensation for any structures that will be removed. This deadline is set for July 30th.

He said,

“The expiration period that we are looking at is July 30, and the action we are taking is to remove all the attachments. As you can see, some buildings are right on the road, and it is because of these attachments. Some believe that the attachment is part of the building.”

He added that even though making changes might seem easy to imagine, it can actually be very hard to do in real life.

“If we want change, it is going to affect us, and we are going to have that change at all costs. All these extensions are on work, which should not be. People selling on the road is unnecessary, and that is what we are trying to put in place; it is not a tribal issue. We must all comply with the rules and regulations.”

Mr. Oki encouraged shop owners at the market to take advantage of a special 2-month period.

During this time, they can get approval for their shops from the Lagos State government. Governor Babatunde Sanwo-Olu set the deadline.

“The reason we are here is to enforce; the directive of the governor is very clear; there is no attachment. Nothing should disrupt the flow of movement, which is very important, and that we stand on.”

The Executive Chairman of Oshodi-Isolo Local Government, Kehinde Oloyede, stated that accessibility is essential in every market.

He said,

“For market women to maximise whatever they are selling, they need access to the road. The state government believes that good access to roads would better help them in the performance of their duty, particularly agencies like the fire service.”

Oloyede explained that the local government is working together with LASBCA (Lagos State Building Control Agency). They decided to show leniency to the traders by allowing them to continue their business activities. This is until the festive period is over.

He added,

“The local government is partnering with LASBCA to the end that we have been given grace that after the festive sale ends in July, the state will intervene. However, before then, the local government would see to it that most of these extensions and attachments were removed. Those that fail to comply, then the Lagos State Government will take charge and do what they deem fit.”

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ENTERTAINMENT

Uzor Arukwe Says Actors Need To Learn To Accept Criticism

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1 day ago

May 28, 2024

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In a recent interview with Top Charts Africa on May 27, 2024, Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe opened up about the importance of criticism.

He emphasised that criticism, rather than being something to shy away from, is actually a valuable tool for self-improvement. Arukwe believes that constructive criticism can help us learn and grow as individuals.

“I love criticism and feedback because it helps you to become a better actor. You can’t be an actor if you’re not open to criticism,” he said.

Uzor Arukwe didn’t stop there.

He went on to say that actors, in particular, need to develop thick skin. They should learn how to accept feedback and criticism, even if it’s tough to hear and they don’t necessarily agree with it.

“An actor doesn’t need to love criticism, but they must learn to accept it,” he said.

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Uzor Arukwe also shared his thoughts on what makes a truly great actor. He explained that it’s not just about delivering lines perfectly.

“There are too many factors involved. One, for me, is the ability to listen and react accordingly. Also, mastering stillness is important too. In this part of the world, we’re taught to react to everything and every situation. But, in reality, people don’t have to react to every utterance and situation. For me, the ability of an actor to attentively and honestly listen and be still is what makes a great actor,” he said.

Arukwe disagreed with the common idea that acting is just about memorising lines. He believes there’s much more to it.

“Acting isn’t really about the lines, but about how you perform in a natural way that makes people question if you’re acting or not,” he said.

Uzor Arukwe is a star in Nollywood who’s been impressing audiences for years. He first appeared on screen in the 2014 film “Unspoken Truth.” His big break came in 2019 with the movie “Code Wilo,” where he played Sergeant Tutu.

Since then, Uzor has racked up credits in a variety of Nollywood films, including “In Line,” “Sugar Rush,” “The Set Up,” “Hire a Woman,” “Kpali,” “Chief Daddy 2: Going for Broke,” and “A Tribe Called Judah.” He’s definitely an actor to watch!

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