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 It is because you are not married that is why you do not have money- clergyman, Kingsley Okonkwo, tells single men. While speaking in his church recently, he said ‘’If you are a single man above 28-ish, of course this is not cast in iron, but one of the best things you can do for yourself is to marry. Many single men think ‘it is because I don’t have money that I am not married’. No, it is because you are not married that is why you do not have money.  Statistically, married people make more money than single people. The reason is because married people have to. Married men make more money than single men. generally and statistically. The reason is simple. As a single man, you don’t have to make more money. That your Noodles is enough for you, That your friend that is married and has food in their house, you visit and the food given sustains you. If you are a married person, whether you like it or not, you have to make more money and the way life works, once you set your mind...

 Woody Harrelson fans left shocked after discovering who his father is Woody Harrelson’s childhood was marked by a shocking revelation: his father, Charles Voyde Harrelson, was convicted of assassinating federal judge John H. Wood Jr. in 1979. The killing, carried out outside the judge’s Texas home, was the first assassination of a federal judge in the 20th century and sent ripples across the nation.  For Woody, the news was deeply personal and bewildering he struggled to reconcile the man in the headlines with the father he barely knew. Charles was ultimately sentenced to two life terms after being found guilty of carrying out the hit for a drug trafficker awaiting trial. Charles Harrelson’s criminal past stretched beyond this infamous case. He had been involved in gambling, armed robbery, and was suspected in other killings.  At one point, he even claimed to have played a role in the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, though this statement was widely dismissed ...

 Dennis Quaid's co-star brags about slapping him after he teams up with Donald Trump Dennis Quaid recently sparked controversy after publicly expressing his support for Donald Trump at a rally in Corpus Christi, Texas. The 71-year-old actor appeared alongside the former president, declaring his admiration for both the city and Trump.  Trump responded by praising Quaid and mentioning his upcoming film. Quaid also posed for photos with Senator Ted Cruz, further aligning himself with the MAGA movement. The actor’s show of support quickly drew reactions online, including from his Any Given Sunday co-star Lauren Holly.  When a photo of Quaid traveling with Trump and Cruz on Air Force One surfaced, Holly quipped on Threads, “At least I got to slap him real hard in Any Given Sunday,” referencing a memorable scene from the 1999 film.  Fans applauded her witty remark, with many praising her for “winning the internet” and calling her a hero for speaking out. Social media users...

 Bill Cosby wants Janice Dickinson barred from testifying at upcoming trial Bill Cosby is attempting to block several women from testifying in an upcoming trial connected to allegations against him.  According to court filings, he wants to exclude testimony from Janice Dickinson, Andrea Constand, and others, as well as prevent evidence of prior sexual misconduct claims from being introduced.  Cosby argues that these accounts are inadmissible because they involve alleged incidents that were never formally charged. The case stems from a lawsuit filed by Donna Motsinger, who alleges that Cosby drugged and assaulted her in 1972 while she was working at the Trident restaurant in Sausalito, California.  Motsinger claims Cosby gave her a pill she believed was aspirin, after which she felt disoriented and later woke up in her bed wearing only underwear.  In a deposition related to the case, Cosby admitted to obtaining Quaaludes with the intent of giving them to women to...

 Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid show rare PDA during date night out in NYC Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper were spotted enjoying a cozy evening together in New York City on February 25, stepping out hand in hand in coordinated outfits. Hadid, 30, wore tailored gray trousers with a long chocolate-brown coat, suede boots, and a paisley scarf, while Cooper, 51, matched her neutral tones in black trousers, a beige shacket layered under a puffer coat, and a baseball cap.  The couple has been seen at several public outings in recent months, including a Broadway performance of Waiting for Godot in December, where they posed with stars Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter. Their relationship, which began in late 2023, has largely been kept private, though they’ve made occasional public appearances together. In November 2024, they attended a showing of Chicago alongside Alyssa Milano, who shared photos of the group on Instagram.  Hadid and Cooper went Instagram official in May 2025 when Hadi...

 At least nine killed as protesters storm U.S. consulate in Pakistan over Iran’s supreme leader’s death  At least nine people were killed and around two dozen more wounded Sunday after hundreds of protesters clashed with police and paramilitary forces while storming the U.S. Consulate in Karachi, Pakistan’s largest city, officials said. The violence followed hours after the United States and Israel carried out an attack on Iran that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Authorities reported that some of the wounded were in critical condition. Police surgeon Summaiya Syed Tariq confirmed that six bodies and multiple injured individuals were initially brought to the city’s main government hospital, with the death toll rising to nine after three critically wounded individuals died. Senior police official Irfan Baloch said protesters briefly breached the consulate’s perimeter but were dispersed before causing major damage to the building. He confirmed that a nearby police ...

 A 12-year-old California girl has lost her life after a bully hit her in the head with a metal water bottle.  Khimberly Chuquipa sadly passed away on February 25th.  According to the family’s GoFundMe, "Major blood vessels in her brain ruptured, and she was rushed to UCLA Children's hospital, placed in an induced coma, and underwent complex emergency brain surgery. Her family remained by her side, praying and hoping she would come home, but at 3:30 a.m., her heart gave out.” This heartbreaking outcome is the result of a bullying incident that had taken place at school 10 days prior to her passing. Khimberly was a 6th-grade student at Reseda High School. The charter school has students from 6th to 12th grade. While walking in the hallway between classes, another 12-year-old girl threw a metal water bottle and struck Khimberly in the head. Officials have stated that the 12-year-old girl was merely walking to class when she was attacked and struck with the heavy metal bottl...

 Kenyan MP among six people killed in helicopter crash A helicopter crash in western Kenya on Saturday killed six people, including a member of parliament, police and government officials said, Reuters reported. The helicopter crashed in Nandi County, in the North Rift region. The cause was not immediately clear. County police commander Samuel Mukusi told Kenyan television station Citizen TV that the MP, the pilot, and four other people had died. President William Ruto identified the lawmaker as Johana Ng'eno, of Emurua Dikirr constituency, in a post on X. "Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, his friends, the people of Emurua Dikirr, and all the victims and families affected by the helicopter crash in Mosop, Nandi County," Ruto wrote. The other passengers were not identified.

 Nigeria Calls For De-escalation In Gulf Region Amid Rising Tensions Nigeria has expressed deep concern over escalating tensions in the Gulf region, calling for maximum restraint and dialogue to prevent further escalation with potentially grave consequences for regional and global stability. A statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa emphasizes respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity, and international law, urging parties to prioritize peaceful resolution. Nigeria advocates restraint in using lethal force to protect civilians, and adhere to UN Charter and Geneva Convention. As a longstanding advocate of non-alignment, multilateralism, and constructive engagement, Nigeria supports renewed diplomatic efforts within established international and regional frameworks to resolve the crisis.  The Nigerian Government further expressed its solidarity with the international community, seeking sustainable peace through diplomacy and mutual respect...

 FG  Embarks On Free Cancer Screening For 1,000 Citizens In South East  The Federal Government has flagged off a nationwide cancer awareness and free screening programme in Ebonyi State, targeting 1,000 persons to be drawn from five states in the South-East and other neighbouring States. Samuel Okpor reports that the initiative attracted health practitioners from across the country including the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of health and Social Development, Daju Kachollom

 FEDERAL MINISTRY OF FINANCE PRESS STATEMENT What the 4.07% GDP Growth in Q4 2025 means for the Nigerian economy Abuja, Nigeria The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has welcomed new data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) showing that Nigeria’s real GDP grew by 4.07% in the fourth quarter of 2025 (Q4 2025). This marks the second time in a decade—excluding the immediate post-pandemic rebound—that quarterly growth has exceeded 4%. The result follows the 4.23% growth recorded in Q2 2025 and represents a clear improvement from 3.76% in Q3 2024, reflecting strengthening macroeconomic stability and the impact of ongoing reforms under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Sectoral Performance Growth in Q4 2025 was broad-based across the three major sectors: Agriculture expanded by 4.0%, up from 2.54% in Q4 2024, supported by improved security in food-producing areas and better access to inputs. Industry grew by 3.88%, compared to ...