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Mr Real makes U-turn, apologizes to D’banj over viral remark about CREAM platform

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AMBODE VOTES IN EPE, HARPS ON CULTURE OF ONE MAN ONE VOTE Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Saturday voted at his polling unit in Epe in the Governorship and House of Assembly elections, saying that there is no better time to enhance democracy and promote the culture of one man one vote. Governor Ambode, who got to his polling unit at ward A5, unit 033, Ogunmodede College, Ajaganabe Area, Papa Epe, with his wife around 9:55am, voted at exactly 10:11am. Speaking to journalists after casting his ballot, the Governor specifically renewed the call for eligible voters to come out enmasse, explaining that it was in doing so that their well-being would be enhanced and also deepen good governance in the State. "Like I said earlier, voting has been peaceful thus far; the security agencies are actually at work and we are encouraging every Lagosian to come out and perform their civic obligations without threat or fear. "I believe strongly that in doing this we would continue to enhance the tenets of democracy and like you can see, we believe that with this, we are promoting the culture of one man one vote and then also improve on the State's well-being and the good governance that we have always enjoyed in Lagos State. "I'm happy that I have done this and I will do it again," the Governor said. He also called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to address delays in arrival of election materials and staff in some centres in the State, saying such was necessary in view of the need to allow more voters to perform their civic obligations. "Firstly, I just want to thank all Lagosians that today, we have all decided that we are going to promote the real tenets of democracy by actually performing our civic obligation and coming out to vote. I have just finished voting with my wife and in this particular polling booth, everything has been very peaceful. "I also understand across the State voting is ongoing and somehow there have been reports of delays in some of these polling centres and we implore INEC to ensure that the voting materials and all the electoral staff actually come out quickly so that everybody can have the opportunity to perform their civic obligations," he said.

Popular Nigerian rapper, Okafor Victor, professionally known as Mr Real, has made a u-turn over his remarks about D’banj’s CREAM platform.

Recall that D’banj had during an interview on The Micon Podcast in November 2025, claimed that his Creative Reality Entertainment Art & Music platform, known as CREAM, is worth $3 billion.

Reacting in a video on social media, Mr Real who stated that D’banj was just trying to package the CREAM platform, accused him of failing to pay him an agreed N20 million ambassadorial deal with CREAM.


However in a new development, Mr Real in a recent video shared on his Instagram page on Monday, made a u-turn and tendered a public apology to D’banj.

He said, “Hello everyone, this video is an apology video to my boss D’banj. I know most of you must have seen what is happening between me, D’banj, and the CREAM platform. I misunderstood and misinterpreted some things concerning CREAM, and I want to use this opportunity to say I’m very very sorry.

“To D’banj, you play a very big role in my career. I regret the tone and public manner of my recent comments. I hold Dbanj in the highest regard, and I apologise for how the situation was handled. I have withdrawn my comments, and I will not make further public statements on this matter while cooperating to resolve this matter amicably.”

The apology came after D’banj, through his lawyers, reportedly petitioned against Mr Real.

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Bowyer: When I saw Summerville in West Ham’s team I was disappointed

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Burton Albion boss Gary Bowyer admits he had a feeling that Crysencio Summerville would make the difference for West Ham today.

Summerville struck in extra-time as the Hammers won today’s fourth round tie 1-0.

Bowyer said afterwards: “We started the game ever so well and had two shouts for penalties. We took a Premier League team all the way to the last minute of extra time.

“We had some really good key moments today but were not able to captalise on them.

“When I got the team sheet and they had left Jarrod Bowen at home I was delighted but then I saw Crysencio Summerville in the squad I was disappointed with that.

“We kept going after we conceded, we had loads of chances we just couldn’t quite capitalise.”

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China to scrap tariffs for African nations from May, says Xi Jinping

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Beijing’s scrapping of tariffs for all but one African country will start May 1, Chinese President Xi Jinping said Saturday, according to state media.

China already has a zero-tariff policy for imports from 33 African countries, but Beijing said last year it would extend the policy to all 53 of its diplomatic partners on the continent.

China is Africa’s largest trading partner and a key backer of major infrastructure projects in the region through its vast “Belt and Road” initiative.

From May 1, zero levies will apply to all African countries except Eswatini, which maintains diplomatic relations with Taiwan.

China claims the democratic island as its own and does not rule out using force to take it.

Many African countries are increasingly looking to China and other trading partners since US President Donald Trump imposed steep tariffs worldwide last year.

Xi said the zero-tariff deal “will undoubtedly provide new opportunities for African development”, announcing the date as leaders across the continent gathered in Ethiopia for the annual African Union summit.

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Slot ponders kids gamble for Liverpool FA Cup clash with Brighton

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Liverpool boss Arne Slot admits he may need to rotate his XI for their FA Cup fourth round clash with Brighton at Anfield.

Slot says he may hand chances to the likes of Trey Nyoni and Rio Nguhoma on the day.

He said this morning: “Not the first time we’ve had 3 games in 7 days, it is part of being a top club. It depends what draw you have too and we play a strong Brighton side, they don’t deserve the position they are in, they play so much better than the table shows, they deserve more than they get so it is another challenge.

“It took me a long time before I could fall asleep because I was constantly thinking of the same options. Which players, which other players, which positions, so I need another 24 hours.

“Where is this as a priority? We have 3 clear priorities, FA Cup, CL qualification and CL. We are also aware of the limited options so the load management is important, the last thing we need is another injury, so that is always the tough thing for a manager, to make the best decision every time. It wouldn’t be the first time a player gets injured if they have to play 3 in 7.

“Most important thing is we train today, listen to the players, see how they feel and make the best decisions.”

Liverpool will host Brighton on the back of a Premier League win at Sunderland in midweek.

Slot also said: “I am always looking at the younger players, a few of them are closer and closer to first-team football. Rio and Trey have had that and games like this could be an option but it is about the right balance.

“We play a strong team and who to play is something to think about.”

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