Fans Excited As Davido Finally Drops 4th Album

Fans of Nigerian afrobeat star, David Adeleke, better known as Davido have aired excitement after he dropped the much-anticipated album entitled ‘Timeless.  

Davido's return has stirred reactions online after a long silence following the death of his first son, Ifeanyi.

It would be recalled that the death of Ifeanyi Adeleke who happened to be the first son of Davido from his self-acclaimed lover, Chioma in a tragic incident that occurred on October 31, 2022, had led to the sudden silence of Davido on all social media platforms.

In his comeback a week ago, the 30-year-old American-born Nigerian singer announces his fourth album, tagged ‘Timeless’ as he returns to social media after a long break.

According to him, the album would be released on Friday, March 31 and he would begin tour concerts to grieve over the death of his son.

Taking to his Instagram page, Davido thanked friends, family and fans for their support and prayers during the mourning period.

My next album TIMELESS is here, March 31st. Preorder in bio💚

All the love and messages while I was away, the gifts sent, the concerts you all threw! I appreciate it all.

“Today, I want to remind you all that what is now Timeless, was once new. It’s time for new.”

Following Davido's post, the title of the new release #TimelessAlbum has been the No. 1 trend of the micro-blogging platform Twitter.

Read some of the reactions:

My mood for #TimelessAlbum @davido 😄😄🕺🕺@mrfunny____

The owner of the chart is back 😂😂😂😂 #TimelessAlbum @Rapzyrita1

DAVIDO TIMELESS ALBUM HIT ONE MILLION STREAMS ON BOOMPLAY 🔥❤️  @xx_zamani

#Timeless

Davido’s “timeless” album is unarguably the best thing to ever come out of Africa from the intro I can tell😭🔥🔥@jjay00007

Celebrities React As Skales Welcomes 1st Child

Some Nigerian celebrities have congratulated singer Skales, whose real name is Raoul John Njeng-Njeng,  as he welcomed a new baby.

Skales shared the news of the birth of the baby via his Instagram page today, March 29, 2023. Skales posted a photo of himself holding the newborn baby with a caption that read: "God gave me an amazing pre-birthday gift! My mother and God both know what they do."

Following his post, some Nigerian celebrities have taken to his Instagram page to congratulate the singer.

The 31-year-old began his career as a rapper but he  has began to combine rhyme and real music along the line.

Read some of the comments:

@Zlatan_Ibile: Congratulations bro.

@broddashaggi: Congratulations bro

@officialwaje:Aww congratulations new daddy

@dakoreea: Beautiful congratulations!

US President Joe Biden Calls For Peaceful, Transparent Elections

Ahead of the 2023 Elections, the United States President Joe Biden has called for a peaceful and transparent elections.

More than 93 million Nigerians, out of a total population of over 200 million, are registered to vote in Saturday's presidential and parliamentary election, seen as the most wide open since the country returned to democracy in 1999.

'I commend yesterday's peace accord in Nigeria," Biden said in a statement, referring to a pledge signed by all candidates on Wednesday to seek redress through the courts for any grievances.

 "By signing this pledge, the parties and candidates have committed to accept the results of the election, as announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and to support a peaceful transition of power," he said

2023 Elections: NSCDC Deploys 102,000 Officials

The Commandant General of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi, said it would deploy 102,000 officers from the Arms Squad, Counter Terrorism, Chemical, Biological Radiological and Explosives Unit, Female Squad, Rapid Response Squad, K9 and SWAT Units to provide security during the forthcoming elections.

The deployment approved by Commandant General of NSCDC, Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi was the Corps’ comprehensive deployment plan to enhance general security coverage nationwide for the people to vote without molestation or intimidation.

Olusola Odumosu, spokesperson for NCSDC said this in a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday.

He quoted Audi as saying that the deployment was in line with the Corps readiness to provide a secure environment for Nigerians to exercise their franchise.

According to Audi, the massive deployment of personnel is to checkmate all forms of electoral violence and fraud.

“In addition, there would be the deployment of the Anti-vandalism Squad and Special Forces to all critical national assets and infrastructure.

“Including flashpoints in states and the FCT, to protect them against vandalism, damage or arson by criminal elements before, during and after the elections.”

“Our specially trained undercover personnel have been dispatched from each Command to work effectively with other security agencies to maintain surveillance, and provide intelligence reports and updates on the security situation in different states, especially on flashpoints,” the CG said.

Audi said while state Commandants would be responsible for field operations, a monitoring team made up of the DCG Operations and other DCGs, Zonal Commanders and other Senior Officers of the Corps have been constituted to effectively monitor and supervise the exercise nationwide.

He directed that, in addition to the unified code of conduct for security agencies, NSCDC Officers deployed for the assignment must comply with the Corps’ Operational Code and the principles of Rule of Law in the discharge of their duties.

“Any conduct of NSCDC staff that negates or undermines the rule of law will be seriously sanctioned,” the CG warned.

Audi directed the personnel to work in harmony with other security agencies to ensure hitch-free polls and guarantee a crime-free environment for voters to exercise their voting rights.

He charged officers and men to display professionalism, be apolitical and maintain high sense of discipline throughout the election period.

“Officers and men of the Corps have been well trained to operate with humility and integrity in delivering service to the nation, therefore, there will be no compromise.

“They are to acquaint themselves with the provisions of the Electoral Act as regards the Rules of Engagement for the overall success of the elections,” he added. 

2023 Polls: Actress Toyin Abraham Endorses Tinubu

Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham has publicly endorsed the All Progressives Congress’ (APC) presidential candidate, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu.

Ahead of the 2023 Elections on Saturday, February 25 2023, the 42-year-old beauty, whose ‘obituary’ was posted by haters of Tinubu, posted two photos of Tinubu on her Twitter handle, with a raised hand and captioned it “6 days to victory incoming President of our country Nigeria, Goodnight fam Love from Asiwajubaby.”

In the second post, she uploaded a handsome photo of Tinubu and wrote: “Sorry, last one for the night

🙈

🙈 my President is just too cute ni.”

 

Messi vs Ronaldo: Torres Picks Better Player

Fernando José Torres Sanz a Spanish football manager and former player who played as a striker has given his thoughts on the debate in a video posted by the Champions League’s TikTok account, in partnership with Gatorade.

The first question was whether Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo is the better player. Torres shot the ball into the bottom right corner to choose Messi, who recently won the World Cup with Argentina.

Torres then shot the ball into the left corner to signal his preference for Erling Haaland over Kylian Mbappe. He also opted for former Reds star Luis Suarez over Barcelona's Robert Lewandowski, though he left before the Uruguayan arrived on Merseyside.

Torres is the current manager of Atlético Madrid Juvenil A.

31-Year-Old Christian Atsu Rescued Alive From Turkey Quake Rubble

Former Chelsea and Newcastle winger Christian Atsu has been found alive among the rubble of a devastating earthquake in Turkey.

Atsu was “removed injured” and many are still missing.

The natural disaster also impacted the north of Syria has claimed the lives of more than 2,500 people.

Rescue teams continue to search for survivors in freezing conditions, with the hope being that more can be saved.

The 31-year-old, Ghanaian professional footballer who played for both Chelsea and Newcastle during his time in the Premier League, currently plays for Turkish Süper Lig club Hatayspor and the Ghana national team.

Hatayspor manager Mustafa Ozat: "Christian Atsu was removed from the wreckage with injuries. Unfortunately, our sporting director Taner Savut is still under the rubble. Hatay was deeply affected. We are coming towards the end of the most dangerous hours."

A statement from the Ghana Football Association said: "We've received some positive news that Christian Atsu has been successfully rescued from the rubble of the collapsed building and is receiving treatment. Let’s continue to pray for Christian."