Author: Prudence Makoge

Veteran forwards Ryan Oosthuizen and Zain Davids said there is a real belief in the Blitzboks squad heading into the fifth leg of the World Rugby Sevens series this week. According to Oosthuizen, who arrived in Hong Kong for a seventh time as a Blitzbok, says the South Africans are improving as a team and doing the right things well under head coach Philip Snyman. “We are really in a good space,” he said. “There is a genuine bond among the guys, who enjoy each other’s company off the field too and that makes for a happy squad who are…

You might call Uzor Arukwe the latest Odogwu in town, and you wouldn’t be wrong. There’s a reason he’s now known as Odogwu Paranran, and it’s because he absolutely nailed his role in the romcom ‘Love In Every Word,’ stariing alonsgide Bambam. His performance has sparked so much buzz that we just had to hear from the ‘Dark Horse’ himself. Uzor Arukwe was live on BellaNaija and we had such fun moments on set. We talked about his journey into Nollywood, finding his feet in the industry, and the bold leap from a corporate career to full-time acting. Did you know he was…

A new report into gender equity in Nigeria’s health sector has highlighted key disparities in leadership positions. ‘A Balanced Prescription: Leadership & Innovation in Nigeria’s Health Sector’, was previewed at a recent roundtable event in Lagos, attended by senior-level professionals working in and around the field. Published by a non-profit organisation, African Women in Board (AWB), ‘A Balanced Prescription’ calls for a fundamental restructuring to support women as leaders in the health sector, depicting these changes not only as advancements for social good but as a pragmatic imperative for strategic steps forward in overall national health. The launch event, organized…

Former Kaizer Chiefs winger Junior Khanye has criticised Bafana Bafana forward Percy Tau. The 30-year-old former Al Ahly star has not had a good game in national colours for over a year. Against Lesotho, Tau looked average compared to the player he was five years ago when he carried Bafana on his shoulders. “As a senior player, Percy needs to take responsibility. He is not the same player anymore, every time he plays for us, he looks ordinary,” said Khanye as reported by KickOff. Percy Tau under pressure once more The former Chiefs star said Tau needed to be smart around…

If you’ve ever been stuck in Lagos traffic for hours, you’ve probably had enough time to think about life, investments, and why the driver ahead won’t just move. Lagos is that kind of place—full of hustle, opportunities, and, of course, real estate goldmines. One of those goldmines? Duplex investments. Investing in duplexes is a smart move if you’re looking for a way to make serious money in Lagos real estate. A duplex is a residential building divided into two units, either side by side or on different floors. In Lagos, duplexes are in high demand because they strike a balance…

World Sport Betting Western Province have capped a faultless season of Hollywoodbets Pro20 Cricket by beating 2024 series defending champions KZN by 48 runs to win the inaugural sponsored title at home in Newlands, Cape Town, on Sunday, 23 March, 2025.  Whether at home or away, the Western Province women are unbeaten in their 10 fixtures in the season, the only points lost to a washed out match against the very Dolphins, at Hollywoodbets Kingsmead on 2 March earlier this month, to win the series by a yawning gap of 12 points ahead of second-placed Dolphins. Winning the toss, Dolphins…

The Vodacom Bulls have confirmed a key member in the Pretoria outfit’s backline corps has undergone surgery and faces a “short period” on the sidelines. The Bulls on Monday issued a brief statement that veteran playmaker Willie le Roux had “minor repair” to his shoulder and neck and is ruled out for the short term. Le Roux started against Irish giants Leinster last week at Loftus, where Jake White’s charges snatched a last-gasp win in the round 13 Vodacom URC clash.  “We can confirm that Willie le Roux – this afternoon – underwent a minor repair in the shoulder/neck area.…

Market Square, Nigeria’s Premier grocery retail chain, continues its rapid expansion with the grand opening of its 35th and 36th stores in Purple Lekki in the prestigious residential community of Lekki and Gbagada, located at Eterna Filling Station, Gbagada Junction (Inside Former Mobil Filling Station), Apapa Oshodi Expressway respectively. This development further strengthens the company’s footprint in Lagos and underscores its commitment to bringing high-quality, affordable products closer to Nigerian shoppers. The launch of the new stores represents yet another milestone in Marketsquare’s mission to provide a superior shopping experience. With an extensive selection of groceries, fresh produce, household essentials,…

The premiere of “Labake Olododo: The Warrior Lord” was a visual spectacle, with Iyabo Ojo bringing her film to the big screen. Produced by Iyabo Ojo and directed by Biodun Stephen, the film tells the gripping story of a fearless woman navigating loyalty, power, and leadership, deeply rooted in Yoruba culture. The star-studded cast includes Tayo Faniran, Muyiwa Ademola, Scarlet Gomez, Ibrahim Chatta, Bimbo Akintola, Layole Oyatogun, Lololade Okunsanya, Ayo Mogaji, Nkechi Blessing, Fola Tinubu, Fathia Balogun, Abeni Agbon, Broda Shaggi, Olarotimi Michael Fakunle, and Wumi Toriola. With the theme “Unleash Your Inner Warrior,” the night’s premiere turned into a…

Kaizer Chiefs are backing new head coach despite tough season. Chiefs Marketing and Commercial Director Jessica Motaung has reaffirmed the club’s support for its technical team, emphasizing that management remains committed to the long-term vision despite a tough debut season under head coach Nasreddine Nabi. Nabi, who joined from Botola Pro giants ASFAR in the off-season, took charge of a Chiefs squad that finished a disappointing 10th in the previous Premier Soccer League campaign—marking the club’s worst-ever league finish. With 28 matches played under his leadership, Chiefs have won 10, drawn five, and suffered 13 defeats across all competitions. Currently,…