Rashford set to become Manchester United’s highest earner

Rashford set to become Manchester United's highest earner

Marcus Rashford is set to become Manchester United’s highest earner following plans to nearly double his current weekly wages. The Sun reported that the Red Devils are planning to swap Rashford’s salary with that of goalkeeper David De Gea who might be exiting the club soon. Marcus Rashford set to become Manchester United's highest earner Rashford and Manchester United coach, Erik ten Hag. Source: Getty The Spaniard’s lucrative contract worth £375,000 per week expires on June 30th and discussions over fresh terms have been ongoing without any success so far. Manchester United has been trying to De Gea’s wages from £375,000 per week to £200,000 per week. In addition to the contract talks, Manchester United is actively pursuing a goalkeeper in the transfer market. Everton and England international Jordan Pickford has emerged as a top target for the Red Devils, with the shot-stopper expressing his desire to join the prestigious club. Another name linked with a move to Old Trafford is Inter’s Andre Onana, as United looks to strengthen their options between the posts. Rashford, on the other hand, has 12 months left on his £200,000/week contract after the club triggered an extension option this season. As negotiations continue behind the scenes, Rashford’s immediate focus will be on international duty with England. He is expected to feature in the upcoming Euro 2024 qualifying match against North Macedonia on Monday, June 19. Marcus Rashford set to become Manchester United's highest earner David De Gea after a match for Manchester United. Source: Getty Should Marcus Rashford become Manchester United’s highest earner, it would reflect the club’s recognition of his immense talent and growing stature in the world of football. De Gea’s game declined last season, paving the way for transfer rumours around his name. Clubs in Saudi Arabia are reportedly interested. The club has also been linked with many goalkeepers as the mystery surrounding the long-serving Red Devil’s future shows no signs of getting cleared. Insiders say Old Trafford’s top brass are relaxed about the goalkeeper’s next move. If he agrees fresh terms, that will cover the pay rise for United’s top scorer.  And if he knocks it back and leaves, they save even more.

Lagos honours student with highest UTME result in the state

Lagos honours student with highest UTME result in the state

Dejo Segbenu, a science student at Lanre Awolokun High School in Gbagada, has been honoured by the Lagos State Government for his exceptional performance in the recently concluded 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The Lagos State Education District II, located in Maryland, recognized Segbenu, who serves as the school’s Assistant Head Boy, for achieving a remarkable score of 352 out of 400, surpassing his peers in the state.

Lagos honours student with highest UTME result in the state

Dejo Osejoro Segbenu and the Tutor General/Permanent Secretary (TG/PS), Education District II, Mrs. Anike Adekanye. Credit: The Punch Source: punch.com.ng Segbenu excelled in various subjects, with scores of 94 in Mathematics, 98 in Chemistry, 96 in Physics, and 64 in English Language, making him the top candidate in Lagos State. Mrs. Anike Adekanye, the Tutor General/Permanent Secretary of Education District II, visited the school to convey her congratulations and highlighted that Segbenu’s celebration symbolizes the positive outcomes resulting from Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu‘s dedicated efforts and investments in the education sector. “The candidate with the UTME best result is being celebrated to encourage others to improve on their efforts. I must, however, commend the teachers and the entire Education District II family for their dedication to service,” Adekanye said. She added, “My joy knows no bounds, especially with the success and achievement of the district, as recorded so far. The district is known for good results and achievements such as winning the Best Teacher Award in the state, the Best Artisan Award, the Best Student Award, including the best WASSCE result, and winning the Spelling Bee Competition with the prize of becoming the One-Day Governor, among others.” Mr. Bayo Onifade, the Principal of Lanre Awolokun High School in Gbagada, expressed his gratitude to the Tutor General/Permanent Secretary of Education District II for her visit. He praised both Segbenu and his teachers for their dedication and hard work, and encouraged other students to follow Segbenu’s example and strive for academic excellence. In his own statement, Segbenu attributed his outstanding achievement to his unwavering commitment to hard work and diligent studying.

Varsity VC offers scholarship to 15-year-old boy who broke jamb highest score

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Varsity VC offers scholarship to 15-year-old boy who broke jamb highest score

Lotanna Azuokeke, the 15-year-old boy who broke Jamb highest score record has been offered a full university scholarship. It was earlier reported that the young lad who is a native of Ọba in Idemmili South LGA of Anambra State and attended Bishop Otubelu Juniorate, Trans Ekulu, Enugu State, bagged 99 in the exam, the highest point recorded in the exam and an overall score of 337 points out of 400 – another record. The Nation reports that Azuokeke was given a fully-funded scholarship to study medicine at Godfrey Okoye University (GOU), Enugu state. It was gathered that the Vice Chancellor of the university, Rev. Fr. Christian Anieke, stated this on Friday, May 5, at the presentation of a car to a university student who was made the VC for a day in the institution.

15-year-old boy breaks Jamb highest score, sets new record

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15-year-old boy breaks Jamb highest score, sets new record

A 15-year-old boy has performed excellently in his Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) exam as he sets a new record. The student identified as Lotanna Azuokeke who’s from Ọba in Idemmili South LGA of Anambra State scored 88 in chemistry, 86 in physics, and 64 in the English Language and got an overall score of 337 points out of 400. Reports of the boy’s superb academic brilliance was related by Dr Chiwuike Uba, the spokesperson for Lotanna’s school, Bishop Otubelu Juniorate, Trans Ekulu, Enugu State. Lotanna broke the former highest score previously set by Chidera Obi who had scored 329 in the examination five years ago.

Why Nigeria will have highest number of unmarried women in few years — Entrepreneur

Why Nigeria will have largest numbers of unmarried women in few years — Entrepreneur reveals

Young entrepreneur opines that in coming years, Nigeria will record a surge in the number of unmarried women in the country.

Why Nigeria will have largest numbers of unmarried women in few years — Entrepreneur reveals

A Twitter user identified as @DukeDarls took to the microblogging platform to make this claim while emphasizing redress. He argued that unmarried women will fill Nigeria because men are losing interest in marriage and the women benefitting from marriage talk down on the efforts of their husbands. “Few years from now Nigeria will have one of the most largest numbers of unmarried women roaming the streets. This is not a joke or a swift attack to the ladies, it’s just based on statistics.
Niqqas on this side of the world can’t really pinpoint the importance nowadays. Nigerian women benefit more from marriage & relationships yet whenever u hear them talk they always talking down on men. Firstly you’re a nobody in the society if u ain’t married as a woman, so better shut up & pray for a man to deem u worthy to be wifed if not u go suffer o. If not u go pay rent tire, don’t think bcos u have brothers they’ll take care of u oh, my dear they will only send u money & that’s it. You’ll starve of sex, men ur age won’t want you, young boys sef go use u learn how to knack then move on. Calm down now, suffer dey front o.”

Why Nigeria will have largest numbers of unmarried women in few years — Entrepreneur reveals

Why Nigeria will have largest numbers of unmarried women in few years — Entrepreneur reveals

Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ becomes second highest Afrobeats song on Billboard Hot 100

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The most recent Billboard Hot 100 chart shows that Nigerian superstar Rema continues to rise as his hit single ‘Calm Down’ achieves a new peak.

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In the week of February 23rd, 2023, the remix of ‘Calm Down’ featuring Selena Gomez enters the chart at No. 25, two spots higher than its previous position of No. 27. This is the 27th week for ‘Calm Down‘ on the chart, and it is now the second-highest-charting Afrobeats song after Wizkid’s ‘Essence’, which reached No. 9 following the success of the Justin Bieber remix. Tems also appears on the chart with Future’s ‘Wait For U’, which maintains its position at No. 36 and has been on the chart for 39 weeks.

Rema's 'Calm Down' becomes second highest Afrobeats song on Billboard Hot 100

Regarding the US Afrobeats Songs Chart, the top 10 had minimal changes this week. Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ remix retains the No. 1 spot for 25 weeks and remains on the chart for its 48th week. ‘People’ by Libianca stays at No. 2, while Tems’ ‘Higher’ remains at No. 3, Ayra Starr’s ‘Rush’ is at No. 4, and Wizkid‘s ‘Essence’ moves up to No. 5. Burna Boy‘s ‘Last Last’ drops to No. 6, CKay’s ‘Love Nwantiti’ moves up to No. 7, while ‘Alone’ drops to No. 8. Fireboy’s ‘Peru’ and Oxlade’s ‘Kulosa’ retain the 9th and 10th spots, respectively. As for debuts this week, Ayra Starr’s ‘Sability’ debuts at No. 14, Spyro’s ‘Who’s Your Guy’ debuts at No. 27, and Pheelz’s ‘Pheelz Like Summer’ debuts at No. 44.

“Masters in UK is the highest scam of all” — Nigerian student laments expenses (Video)

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Nigerian student taking her Masters program in the UK laments the cost of living as she concludes her experience as a scam.

"Masters in the UK is the highest scam of all" — Nigerian student breaks down expenses (Video)

A video making rounds on social media captured the lamentation of a Nigerian student in the UK and the struggles to make ends meet. The lady who works 20 hours weekly and earns £1020 monthly broke down her expenses which ends up not being enough to sustain basic needs. Here’s her breakdown; Rent – £775
Phone bill – £25
Water – £30
Electricity – £120
Broadband – £25
Netflix – £7
Apple Pay – £2.29
Food – £150
Bus Fare – £40 She, however, concluded that the idea of having a Masters degree in the UK is nothing but a scam. Her claim sparked mixed reactions from netizens; some who condemned her for exaggerating the cost of living while others advised her to cut down her expenses. “Stop discouraging people. Student houses here, bills inclusive, highest price I have seen in Sheffield is £600 despite the fact that it’s one of the most expensive place to live in the uk. Una go just come online dey lie give people. 😏,” a social media user wrote in reaction. Another user added, “Why will you be living in a house of £775 without bills included?… ( you won’t pay any bills)why will you be using £25 for phone bill when you can get a contract sim of £12 and your house go get broadband?… why can’t you use naija Netflix account 4500?…. Na you Dey live big man life ..” Watch the video below …

Sports Clubs With the Highest Number of Fans in Nigeria

Sports Clubs With the Highest Number of Fans in Nigeria

The love for sports, especially football, in Nigeria knows no bounds. This can be seen in the number of sporting teams in every city in the country. Almost every area has its own small football team, and it’s not uncommon to see people converge on fields virtually every day to have some friendly matches or watch their favourite teams play.
 This rich sports culture has also led to a booming sports betting industry, with many fans predicting sports outcomes at top-notch sites like frapapa every week.
 The love for sports transcends beyond borders as millions of Nigerians passionately support foreign clubs, mainly in the English Premier League and Spanish La Liga.
 Here is a list of the sports teams with the highest number of fans in Nigeria.
Manchester United F.C
Manchester United has one of the largest fan bases in the country. Although the club might not currently be enjoying their best moments, it is not so with its fan base as it keeps growing and increasing daily.
 The club was founded in 1878 as Newton Heath LYR F.C; then, it later became Manchester United in 1902. The club is owned by Manchester United Plc (NYSE: MANU), nicknamed The Red Devils. In addition, the club has a stadium of 73,643 capacity called the Old Trafford Stadium.
Arsenal F.C
Arsenal won the EPL title in the 2002/2003 season without losing a match, which boosted their reputation. Since then, there has been a tremendous increase in their fan base as they remain the only team that has ever finished a league season without losing a single match.
 The club is nicknamed The Gunners, and it is owned by Holdings Plc: Chips Keswick. It was founded in 1886 as Dial Square, and they have a 60,432 capacity stadium called the Emirates Stadium.
Liverpool F.C
Liverpool football club has some of the oldest and largest fan bases in the country, but it’s hard to notice them because the club didn’t win any significant trophies for a long time. Nevertheless, the club is doing great now, and many people are still loyal to them.
 The club was founded in 1892; Fenway Sports Group owns it, and it has a 53,394 capacity stadium known as Anfield. The Liverpool club is nicknamed The Reds and is currently one of EPL’s best teams.
Chelsea F.C
Chelsea FC is also another premier league club with an enormous number of fans in Nigeria. The club is made more popular in the region through the fierce rivalry its fans have with Manchester United fans.
 It is common to find Chelsea and Manchester fans having open verbal clashes and bantering each other at viewing centres, on social media or anywhere their games are being discussed.
 Chelsea Football Club was founded in 1905. Its home stadium, Stamford Bridge, has a capacity of 41,631.
Real Madrid F.C
Real Madrid football club is unarguably the most successful football club globally, with a record number of title wins to its name. It is no wonder then that this club has a lot of fans in Nigeria.
 Founded in 1902, the club’s home stadium is called Santiago Bernabeu, with a capacity of 81,044. They have won 68 trophies, and in worldwide competitions, they have attained seven records of world championships.
 Other notable mentions include Barcelona, Manchester City, Tottenham, PSG and Bayern Munich.

Burna Boy sends message to bloggers as he reacts to backlash that follows his ‘highest paid artiste’ claim

Burna Boy sends message to bloggers as he reacts to backlash that follows his 'highest paid artiste' claim

Nigerian singer, Burna Boy has slammed bloggers for spearheading the virality of his tweet where he declared himself the highest paid artiste in the history of African music.

In a tweet, the Grammy winner had wrote: “I said money doesn’t satisfy me and it’s my Truth but it Doesn’t change the fact that I’m the highest paid artist in the History of African music. Believe it or not.”
Massive backlash, however, followed the tweet as tons of music lovers in Africa disagreed with him.
Reacting to the backlash, the singer slammed bloggers prioritizing the tweet more than his achievements.
He wrote: “Na now all bloggers dey wake up. Lol. 😂🤣. Ive been making history and opening doors that Could have NEVER opened without me. dem no see that 1 post or talk about, Na highest paid dey enter their eye. They want me to put them on payroll but I never needed them.”

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