Nigerian singer, Asake, has addressed suggestions that he should sing more in English and less in Yoruba.The singer resonated stating that he is more comfortable expressing himself in his native language.During an Instagram Live Q&A session with fans on Saturday, August 11, Asake emphasized that while he can sing in English, his preference is to sing in Yoruba.Meanwhile, Asake’s response was unapologetic, saying, “If you fuck with me, fuck with me with my Yoruba, and if you don’t fuck with me, don’t fuck with me with my Yoruba. I cannot be what I am not. I am a real Yoruba…
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Brittney Griner has written to President Joe Biden with an urgent plea: “Please don’t forget about me.”The message from the WNBA star was delivered via a letter she handwrote from the Russian jail where she has been held since being arrested in February at a Moscow airport on drug charges. She faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted.”As I sit here in a Russian prison, alone with my thoughts and without the protection of my wife, family, friends, Olympic jersey, or any accomplishments, I’m terrified I might be here forever,” Griner wrote.Representatives for Griner shared sections of the…
Nikola Jokic won an NBA title in 2023, but based on his postgame celebration, winning an Olympic medal meant more to him. Serbia’s basketball team took bronze after defeating Germany 93-83 on Saturday. The reigning NBA MVP led the way, producing the fifth triple-double in Olympic history. Jokic scored 19 points, collected 12 rebounds and dished 11 assists as Serbia avenged their loss to Germany in last summer’s FIBA World Cup. But that squad didn’t have Jokic. With him alongside the Atlanta Hawks’ Bogdan Bogdanovic, who had 16 points, Serbia led by as many as 19 points in the third…
The death toll from a landslide at a vast rubbish dump in Uganda’s capital Kampala has risen to 13, according to police, as rescue personnel continued to dig for survivors. After torrential rain in recent weeks, a chunk of rubbish from the city’s only landfill site broke off late on Friday, crushing and burying homes on the edge of the site as residents slept. On Saturday, the Kampala Capital City Authority had put the death toll at eight. “The latest we have is 13 dead, but rescue services are continuing,” police spokesman Patrick Onyango said on Sunday. At least 14…
The U.S. women’s basketball team will be taking on host country France on Sunday for the gold medal at the Paris Olympics in the final event of the 2024 Games. The women’s gold medal basketball game will take place on Sunday, Aug. 11 at 9:30 a.m. ET/6:30 a.m. PT. It will be shown live on NBC, Peacock, and stream on NBCOlympics.com. Watch the Women’s Basketball Gold Medal Final: USA vs France live. The United States is going for a record eighth straight gold medal in the Olympics. Here’s what else you need to know. When does USA women’s basketball play…
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) condemns the armed clashes that erupted in Tajoura yesterday and the subsequent military buildup inside and around Tripoli. The Mission is disturbed by reports indicating the tragic loss of life, injury to civilians, and displacement of several families. The Mission deplores the use of heavy projectiles and rockets by the fighting groups in densely populated areas and reminds all parties of their obligation to protect civilians at all times. UNSMIL welcomes the de-escalation efforts and agreement to cease the hostilities and urges all parties to adhere to it. The Mission is in continuous engagement…
Nigerian singer, Asake, has showered praise on renowned producer, Sarz, during a recent Instagram Live Question and Session.When asked about his experience working with Sarz, Asake described it as a “privilege” and expressed his admiration for the producer’s talent.Aditionally, Asake revealed that Sarz produced his hit single Active featuring Travis Scott, sharing the story behind the song’s creation. According to Asake, the beat was played during a visit to Sarz’s house, and the lyrics “O men, I’m active” immediately came to mind. Despite initial reservations, Asake trusted the process, and the song has since become a huge success.Meanwhile, Asake’s praise…
Basketball star Brittney Griner pleaded guilty to drug charges in a Russian courtroom on Thursday, but not before she was handed a note from President Joe Biden.With the hope that a guilty plea might be her best shot at a lenient sentence in what experts fear is a sham trial, the WBNA player admitted to taking hashish oil into Russia by accident because she had been in a hurry when she packed.”Brittney sets an example of being brave. She decided to take full responsibility for her actions as she knows that she is a role model for many people,” read…
Joel Embiid may end up becoming an Olympic mercenary.The Philadelphia 76ers star Embiid, who is currently playing with Team USA at the Paris Olympics, made an interesting revelation to reporters this week. Embiid hinted at the possibility of playing for his native Cameroon at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.“It’s been a good experience,” he said of the Olympics, per Ron Kroichick of the San Francisco Chronicle. “It’s been a grind, being away from home and family for a few weeks. But the group of guys we have made it easy. Paris is a great city and the next one…
Olympic boxing champion’s lawyer condemns ‘speculations fuelled by malicious individuals’ who posted grievances online.Imane Khelif, the Algerian boxer at the centre of a gender dispute at the Paris Olympic Games, has filed a legal complaint against the social media platform X for harassment. The gold medal winner’s lawyer said on Saturday that she filed the formal complaint in France. Khelif and another gold medallist, Taiwan’s Lin Yu-ting, have been at the centre of a high-profile dispute over gender identity that has provoked heated debate on social media. Citing court documents, the French newspaper Le Monde reported that the boxing champion…