I still remember Jay-Jay Okocha’s wedding day back in 1998 at a hotel in Lagos.
The guest turnout was so massive that the ushers and security completely lost control of the crowd.
In fact, the military had to step in, whipping anyone in sight to restore order—completely ignoring anyone's high social status.
The very next morning, a newspaper headline perfectly captured the chaos like this
"At Okocha’s Wedding, the Rich Also cried"
• Journalist: "Yesterday, Jose Mourinho said he would give the Ballon d'Or to Kylian Mbappé. You have Rodri and Lamine Yamal in your team, who takes it?"
🚨🗣️ Hansi Flick: "This is not my task. My task is difficult enough, so I don't need to follow these matters. Of course, I also have many outstanding players in my team."
"But honestly, I'm not a fan of these things. In the end, for me, everything is about the team. When the team achieves success, naturally the chances of its players winning individual awards increase."
I initially would wonder why women thought that an orthopaedic device designed to hold the spine in place to aid recovery in illnesses like degenerative spine disease etc could become a reasonable fashion piece.
Imagine my surprise when I found out that orthopaedic surgeons actually borrowed the lumbar corset from women's fashion. Women una de try oo
Celebrating My Eldest Brother at 75
Today, 30th August 2026, I celebrate my eldest brother, Dominic Ositadimma Obi, who turns 75. I celebrate him not merely because he is my elder brother or because of his age, but because he is an exemplary human being.
When I was Governor of Anambra State for eight years, he never came to my office or the Governor’s Lodge for a day seeking favours, as many might have expected. He is a planner and contractor who builds homes for people, yet not once did he ask me for a government contract.
Whenever we met, he would warmly embrace me and tell me that he was fine. He would then solemnly remind me to keep doing what I promised the people and never bring a bad name to the family and my community. He would tell me that whatever difficulties he was going through, many others were worse off, and that I should do my best for society.
I later came to understand that this was not peculiar to him alone. My family members had actually held a meeting and resolved that none of them would take advantage of my position as Governor. They decided that whatever good name I was building for the Obi family and Agulu must be protected. The same principle extended to my children.
Today, at 75, my beloved brother remains deeply concerned about Nigeria. Whenever we speak, he is full of prayers and good wishes. He constantly reminds me that if I have the opportunity to serve Nigeria, I should do so with honesty, integrity, and the interest of the people at heart.
Brother Dom, I thank God for the gift of your life and for the example you have set for our family. Your integrity, humility, contentment, and sense of responsibility are qualities worthy of celebration.
May God Almighty, who has graciously been with you all these years, grant you good health, His abundant grace, and blessings.
Happy 75th birthday, my dearest brother. -PO
Aston Villa can confirm that Emi Martínez has completed a permanent transfer to Chelsea.
Emi joined the club from Arsenal in 2020 and has been a commanding presence in goal throughout his time at the club, which culminated in him helping Villa win the UEFA Europa League in May.
He earned his first international caps while at Aston Villa, going on to win two Copa América titles and a FIFA World Cup with Argentina.
He was also twice named the world's number one goalkeeper, picking up successive Yashin Trophies in 2023 and 2024 as well as two The Best FIFA Football awards.
With his stellar performances and infectious competitive nature, Emi will always be remembered for his part in our recent journey and success and leaves Aston Villa with the very best wishes of everyone at the football club.
As a patient, why would you lie to your healthcare provider ??
I remember how I cried the first time I had to deliver an HIV+ test result. She was pregnant. She cried so hard, I couldn’t hold back my tears 🙄. Only to find out, while I was explaining that I needed to start ART right away, that she already knew her status and had been on medication for years.
All that crying and emotional stress I went through…..😭
When Emiliano Martinez told Cristiano Ronaldo to take the injury time penalty instead of Bruno in 2021
Bruno took it instead but misses it, Martinez reaction 😂