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Former Big Brother Naija Pepper Dem housemate, Ike Onyema, has admitted that he regrets not showing more emotion during the 2019 reality show, saying he would have done ‘anything’ to win the grand prize had he better understood how the competition worked.

Onyema made the revelation in an interview with Kaptain Jeff TV posted on Monday, explaining that he initially believed winning tasks and challenges would be enough to secure victory.

‘I regret not crying. If I knew what the show was, guy, I’d have been in that house doing emotional displays, crying up and down. But I thought if I went in there, won all my challenges and kept winning, I’d win the money,’ he said.

The reality TV star disclosed that he earned less than ?4 million from his first appearance on the show despite winning several tasks.

‘The first time, I can’t remember, but it shouldn’t be more than four million. It should be three point something million,’ he said, adding that most of the rewards came in bits of ‘?500,000 here, ?300,000 there.’

Reflecting on his relationship with a fellow housemate during the show, Onyema insisted it was genuine and not a strategy to attract votes.

‘For me, it was a normal relationship. I even think I tried because, normally, like I said, I’m not really a relationship person. I’m focused on business. How can I make this? How can I do that?’ he said.

Asked if he regretted the relationship, Onyema said he had no such regrets, maintaining that his only wish was to have adopted a different strategy to win the competition.

‘How am I going to regret it? I enjoyed it for the time it lasted. The only thing I would change is I would try to win that money.

‘See, I would try different ways. I would win that money. But other than that, I wouldn’t change anything,’ he said.

The entrepreneur also explained that he relocated to Nigeria despite being born in the United States because he believes the country offers entrepreneurs greater opportunities and fewer regulatory hurdles, citing the ease of obtaining a liquor licence compared to the US.

The Director-General of the Directorate of State Services (DSS), Dr Oluwatosin Ajayi, on Tuesday failed to appear before a Federal High Court in Abuja to testify in the two-count charge filed by the Federal Government against activist and presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, for allegedly calling President Bola Tinubu a ‘criminal’ on his Facebook page and X handle.

The DSS boss claimed he was not served with the subpoena, but court records showed that it was served on the Director of Legal Services of the DSS.

The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, who appeared for the Federal Government, said Dr Ajayi was not aware of the service, contrary to the claim by Sowore’s counsel, Mr Olumide Fusika, SAN.

The trial judge, Justice Mohammed Umar, asked the court registrar whether the subpoena had been served on the witness. The registrar confirmed that the court process was served on the Director of Legal Services of the DSS.

After an application seeking his appearance to testify in the matter, Justice Umar ordered Dr Ajayi to appear before the court.

However, at the continuation of the trial, the AGF argued against the subpoena and urged the court to set aside its order directing the DSS Director-General to appear, asking instead that the defendant be directed to proceed with his defence.

But Dr Fusika urged the court to discountenance the AGF’s submission, arguing that the AGF could not take over proceedings at any stage without proper notice.

‘I am not withdrawing the application. I am not moved by the submission of the AGF. I do concede that the AGF can appear in any matter at any time, but I submit that it has to be properly done.

‘He can’t appear in court with this type of application without notifying us,’ Fusika said.

It would be recalled that Sowore had filed a no-case submission, asking the court to discharge and acquit him of the two-count charge brought against him by the Federal Government. However, in a ruling, the trial judge held that the Federal Government had successfully linked Sowore to the alleged offences and established a prima facie case requiring him to enter his defence.

Shortly after the ruling, Sowore openly accused the judge of bias, saying he would not get justice in the court. He subsequently asked Justice Umar to recuse himself from the case and allow another judge to handle the trial.

Sowore alleged that the judge was working with the Federal Government to secure his conviction in order to prevent him from contesting the 2027 general election.

Justice Umar agreed with counsel to the Federal Government, Akinlolu Kehinde, SAN, that he would only hear applications made through Sowore’s counsel on record and dismissed the recusal application.

In the amended charge filed on December 5, 2025, Sowore was re-arraigned by the Federal Government on a two-count charge bordering on the alleged defamation of President Tinubu.

Sowore pleaded not guilty to the two-count charge when it was read to him, prompting the DSS to call its witnesses and tender exhibits in an attempt to establish the cyberbullying charges.

THIRTY-THREE suspected drug peddlers and other criminals were, on Monday, arrested by the police in Lagos State.

The suspects were arrested by the operatives of the Lagos State Task Force on the Environment and Other Related Offences.

The raids took place in Ikate Bus Stop, Marwa Bus Stop, Muri Okunola Park in Victoria Island, Obalende Underbridge, Law School Junction, and other adjoining locations along the Lekki-Epe Expressway.

Spokesperson for the agency, Abdulraheem Gbadeyan, confirmed the arrests, in a statement, on Monday.

Gbadeyan said: ‘In furtherance of its statutory mandate and in alignment with the THEMES Plus Agenda of the Lagos State government, particularly its zero-tolerance stance against environmental degradation, drug abuse, and criminality, the Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences (Enforcement) Unit (Taskforce) has intensified its routine enforcement operations across the metropolis.

‘The early morning operation, conducted on Monday, July 27, targeted street urchins, miscreants, suspected drug addicts and peddlers, illegal commercial motorcyclists (Okada riders), street traders, illegal ticket touts, and other criminal elements whose activities pose threats to public safety and environmental order.’

According to him, ‘areas covered during the exercise included Ikate Bus Stop, Marwa Bus Stop, Muri Okunola Park in Victoria Island, Obalende Underbridge, Law School Junction, and other adjoining locations along the Lekki-Epe Expressway, where the presence of suspected criminal elements had become noticeable.’

Gbadeyan added that, ‘at the end of the operation, a total of 33 suspects were arrested, while several exhibits were recovered. Items seized include substances suspected to be Tramadol, Indian hemp, Colorado, marijuana, cannabis, as well as dangerous weapons and objects such as scissors and cutlasses.’

He explained that the decision to purchase the aircraft was made long before the recent abduction of pupils and teachers at Ahoro Community Grammar School in Oriire Local Government Area, noting that the incident did not influence the state’s decision.

According to him, the size of Oyo State made it necessary for the government to invest in aerial surveillance to enable security agencies to monitor more areas within a shorter period.

The governor said some people had questioned the delay in the arrival of the aircraft. He added that the aircraft had now arrived and expressed confidence that the government would continue taking decisions that served the interest of the people.

Makinde also said insecurity could hinder meaningful development, adding that the safe return of the abducted pupils and teachers had allowed the state to continue pursuing its development agenda.

He disclosed that the aircraft were flown into Ibadan by Nigerian Air Force pilots, adding that the state had signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to jointly operate the surveillance aircraft.

The governor assured residents that his administration would continue to serve the people and remain committed to protecting lives and property across the state.

He said, ‘He said, ‘When we took the decision to purchase this surveillance aircraft, it was because of the sheer landmass, the size of Oyo State. We knew that we had to complement the boots on the ground. We didn’t know Oriire was going to happen.

‘You know, I’ve seen people criticise us and say, ‘Where’s the aircraft? Now they require it at Oriire.’ But we planned for the aircraft, you know, for us to be able to cover as much of the landmass in Oyo State as possible within the shortest possible time. I’m glad that now it’s here, and I believe we will always do what is right in the interest of our people.

‘Because in an atmosphere of insecurity, you can hardly do anything. People say I look better now because our children are back, our teachers are back, and we’re moving on with the plan for Oyo State.’

Ahead of the 2026 World AIDS Day, OGWA Studios has announced the lead cast for its upcoming short film and national awareness campaign, BI30, a project aimed at tackling the deeply rooted stigma surrounding HIV testing in Nigeria.

Nollywood actors Durotimi Okutagidi and Adeola Awodein have been tapped to lead the cinematic campaign.

According to the studio, the announcement goes beyond traditional casting, marking the beginning of a nationwide conversation on sexual health, trauma, and healing under the theme ‘The Courage to Know.’

Okutagidi will play the role of Ehi, a young Nigerian man approaching his 30th birthday who finally decides to confront a fear he has carried since childhood by taking an HIV test.

The narrative is centred around a deeply personal counselling session. Awodein stars opposite him as the HIV counsellor-a character designed to represent compassion and to remind the public that testing is an act of self-respect and responsibility, rather than an admission of guilt.

The film’s writer, director, and executive producer, Prosper Light, explained that the casting process was heavily focused on finding performers who could carry the emotional weight of the subject matter and connect with viewers on a visceral level.

‘BI30 was never conceived as a film that lectures people. It invites audiences into a deeply human experience,’ Light stated. ‘Before we cast actors, we searched for people capable of creating empathy. Because empathy changes behaviour in ways information alone sometimes cannot.’

Scheduled to commence production in the coming months, the film will officially premiere on December 1, 2026.

However, OGWA Studios noted that the screening will serve merely as the launchpad for a broader grassroots movement.

Following its debut, the BI30 project will extend beyond the screen into university tours, community conversations, healthcare partnerships, and youth-focused public awareness activations. The studio hopes these initiatives will encourage informed, stigma-free dialogue around HIV testing and sexual health across the country.

The Ondo State Universal Basic Education Board (ODSUBEB) has reaffirmed its commitment to improving the quality of basic education through stronger community participation with the inauguration and orientation of newly elected State, Senatorial, and Local Government Education Area (LGEA) executives of the School-Based Management Committee (SBMC).

The event, held at St. James CAC Mega Primary School, Irowo, Akure, featured the official presentation of the Revised School-Based Management Committee (SBMC) Operational Documents, designed to enhance the effectiveness of SBMCs across the state in line with the current policies and guidelines of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC).

Delivering her address at the inauguration, the Permanent Secretary of ODSUBEB, Princess Abike Bayo-Ilawole, described the occasion as a significant milestone in the collective effort to strengthen community participation in the delivery of quality basic education in Ondo State.

The Permanent Secretary, in a statement signed by the Head, Media and Publicity, Ondo State Universal Basic Education Board, ODSUBEB, Mr Banjo Egunjobi, noted that the School-Based Management Committee remains one of the strongest links between schools and the communities they serve, emphasising that the commitment, transparency, and dedication of committee members are critical to improving access to education, promoting equity, and enhancing learning outcomes for every child.

According to the Permanent Secretary, the revised operational documents clearly define the roles, responsibilities, and operational procedures of SBMCs to ensure greater efficiency and accountability.

She encouraged participants to study the revised guidelines carefully, ask relevant questions during the orientation, and fully understand their responsibilities for effective implementation.

Princess Bayo-Ilawole charged the newly inaugurated executives to uphold the highest standards of integrity, accountability, transparency, and selfless service.

She urged them to provide purposeful leadership that promotes inclusive community participation, prudent management of school resources, effective school improvement planning, and sustained support for the enrolment, retention, and successful completion of basic education by every school-age child.

She also expressed concern over emerging social challenges confronting learners, including drug abuse, negative attitudes, and other harmful behaviours, stressing that SBMC executives must work closely with schools, parents, traditional institutions, religious bodies, and other stakeholders to address these issues and create a safe, supportive, and conducive learning environment.

The Permanent Secretary reiterated the Board’s determination to build a vibrant and high-performing SBMC structure that will serve as a model for other states across Nigeria.

‘Your selection is a call to service and a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the development of education in our dear state. I urge you to discharge your responsibilities with diligence, fairness, commitment, and dedication,’ she said.

In his goodwill message, the Chairman of the Association of Primary School Head Teachers of Nigeria (AOPSHON), Ondo South Senatorial District, Comrade Babajide Adesina, described education as the greatest investment any nation can make in achieving sustainable development.

Comrade Adesina observed that the government alone cannot provide all the resources required to achieve quality basic education.

According to him, the establishment of the School-Based Management Committee provides an effective platform for communities to actively participate in the planning, management, monitoring, and overall development of their schools.

In his presentation, the resource person, Professor Ayeni Adeolu John of the Department of Educational Management, Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, highlighted the significance of the revised School-Based Management Committee (SBMC) Operational Documents, stressing that effective implementation of the guidelines would enhance community participation, strengthen school governance, improve accountability and transparency, and promote sustainable development in the basic education sector.

The newly inaugurated State Chairman of the School-Based Management Committee (SBMC), Dr. Olutayo Olujuyigbe, expressed appreciation to the Ondo State Universal Basic Education Board (ODSUBEB) for the confidence reposed in the committee members and assured the Board that they would discharge their responsibilities with dedication, integrity, and commitment.

He pledged that the committee would not fail in its mandate but would work diligently with relevant stakeholders to strengthen community participation and support the delivery of quality basic education across Ondo State.

Earlier, the Director of Social Mobilisation, Ondo State Universal Basic Education Board (ODSUBEB), Mrs. Olukemi Akinmoladun, urged the newly inaugurated State, Senatorial, and Local Government Education Area (LGEA) executives of the School-Based Management Committee (SBMC) to strengthen collaboration among schools, parents, communities, traditional institutions, religious bodies, and government agencies.

Mrs. Akinmoladun emphasised that the Board expects the new executives to provide purposeful leadership that will promote community ownership of schools, improve accountability and transparency, increase learners’ enrolment and retention, and support the effective implementation of school improvement initiatives.

The inauguration and briefing marked another important step in ODSUBEB’s ongoing efforts to strengthen school governance, deepen community ownership of education, and improve learning outcomes for every child in Ondo State.

The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) has unveiled a 10-Year Agrifood System Strategy and Action Plan that would be submitted to the Federal Executive Council (FEC) for approval as part of efforts to align Nigeria’s food security agenda with the African Union’s CAADP Kampala Declaration (2026-2035) as well as revolutionising the agricultural ecosystem

Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, made this known during the Agrifood System Working Group Meeting in Abuja.

Senator Kyari said the directive that came from President Bola Tinubu, with a clear charge to move beyond rhetoric, beyond pilot projects, and fragmented interventions, and deliver a coherent, bankable, and implementable plan to transform Nigeria’s agrifood system, considers food security a national security imperative.

He said: ‘Governance is not merely one of six strategic objectives of the Kampala Declaration; it is the bedrock upon which all other pillars sustainable production, investment, food security, inclusivity, and resilience must stand,’

He noted that the Strategy was developed following extensive stakeholder’s consultations and validations across the six geopolitical zones and at the national level to ensure broad participation, inclusivity, and national ownership.

The minister, Nigeria, as a dedicated Member State, is fully pledged to the Kampala Declaration adopted in Uganda in January 2025. Key targets include achieving a 2.45 percent increase in agrifood output, tripling intra-African trade, reducing post-harvest losses by 50 per cent, mobilising $100 billion in public and private investment, and reinvesting at least 15 per cent of agrifood GDP annually.

Kyari disclosed that the Strategy and Action Plan will be presented for adoption by the Working Group and subsequently forwarded to Federal Executive Council for approval. This, he said, will ensure every ministry, Department, and Agency align programmes and budgets with the unified vision.

Highlighting milestones under the Renewed Hope Agenda, the Minister highlighted that the administration has distributed over 10 million bags of fertiliser alongside a Guaranteed Price Model for 2 million smallholder farmers, adding that an additional 1.9 million bags of fertilizer have also been distributed to over one million farmers.

Other achievements include the distribution of over half a million bags of free fertilizer to over 120,000 farmers across 25 states and the FCT by NADF, also through its on-lending product has disbursed over 16 Billion to all value chains while also championing blended finance initiatives.

”Establishment of the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZs), government-enabled, private-sector-led areas that bring infrastructure directly to farming communities, enabling farmers to process raw produce into packaged goods”.

”In addition, the Renewed Hope Agricultural Mechanisation Programme has deployed 2,000 tractors and other equipment to modernize farming practices, while the distribution of one million improved hybrid cocoa seedlings is repositioning Nigeria’s cocoa industry for greater global competitiveness”.

Sen. Kyari revealed that the impact of these interventions is already evident, with essential food commodities recording price reductions of up to 50 per cent nationwide.

To drive implementation, he said, the Agrifood System Working Group whose membership cuts across public and private sectors, development partners, academia, farmers’ associations, and civil society, will meet biannually to review progress and proffer solutions.

The Minister also revealed that a Community of Practice meeting for State Commissioners overseeing agrifood systems will hold in September 2026 to strengthen coordination and drive domestication at the sub-national level.

‘I enjoin all stakeholders to embrace governance as our collective responsibility. Let us strengthen inter-ministerial coordination and ensure that accountability is not an afterthought but a guiding principle,’ Sen. Kyari urged.

‘The time to act is now. Let us demonstrate the political will, the governance capacity, and the collective resolve to transform our agrifood systems and deliver the Nigeria we want,’ he added.

In his remarks, the Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Dr. Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, stated that there is a need to provide robust and accurate data system in the agricultural ecosystem.

He commended the Agrifood System Working Group as a practical pathway to strengthen productivity, nutrition, and market access, and extended appreciation to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for providing the enabling environment for the milestones being celebrated.

Speaking during the Ministerial Statements on Agrifood system Transformation, the Minister of Livestock Development, Alhaji Idi Mukhtar Maiha stated that ”the successful implementation of this Strategy will require adequate financing, innovative funding mechanisms, strong public-private partnerships, active participation of State Governments, and sustained support from our development partners”.

He added that ” we must ensure that resources are deployed efficiently, transparently, and in a manner that delivers measurable results”.

In a welcome address, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dr. Marcus Ogunbiyi, stated that ”the Kampala Declaration provides a clear framework for coordinated action across the agrifood system, promoting investment, resilience, policy coherence, and mutual accountability. Nigeria’s agrifood system remains central to our national development objectives. It supports livelihoods, fuels rural economies, and offers significant opportunities for job creation and inclusive growth”.

Dr. Ogunbiyi pointed out that ”the setting up of the Agrifood System Working Group to strengthen governance mechanisms holistically, addressing these interconnected issues and proffering lasting solutions toward food security for our people. This is why a collaborative approach is not just an option; it is an absolute imperative. We need the ingenuity of our researchers and academia to provide cutting-edge solutions’.

Nigerian singers, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, and Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, also popularly known as Ayra Starr, have been featured in the first official teaser for the Hollywood fantasy film, Children of Blood and Bone.

Tems’ hit single, ‘Me and U,’ serves as the soundtrack for the teaser, while Ayra Starr makes a brief appearance, marking her Hollywood acting debut.

Director Gina Prince-Bythewood shared the behind-the-scenes teaser on Monday via her Instagram page, @gpbmadeit.

The clip includes scenes from the film’s production, showing costume preparations, action sequences and moments featuring members of the cast.

Its caption reads: ‘So excited to share a peek behind the scenes of our incredible journey to Orisha. CHILDREN OF BLOOD AND BONE TRAILER drops TOMORROW! And in theaters Jan 15!’

The Children of Blood and Bone adaptation by Paramount Pictures stars Viola Davis, Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo, Damson Idris, Thuso Mbedu, Lashana Lynch, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Amandla Stenberg and Ayra Starr.

The story follows Zélie Adebola, a young woman determined to restore magic to the West African-inspired kingdom of Orïsha after it was violently taken from its people.

Children of Blood and Bone is based on Tomi Adeyemi’s 2018 novel, the first book in the Legacy of Orïsha series.

The Federal Government has officially launched the Human Resource (HR) Modules of the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information System (IPPIS), marking a significant milestone in its drive to modernise the Federal Civil Service through digital transformation.

The Go-Live ceremony, organised by the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) in Abuja, signals a new phase in the government’s efforts to strengthen human resource management, improve transparency, eliminate administrative inefficiencies and enhance service delivery across the Federal Public Service.

In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Director of Press and Public Relations in the OHCSF, Mrs Eno Olotu, the government described the launch as a major step towards building a smarter, more integrated and data-driven Civil Service.

Speaking at the event, the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack, described the launch as a watershed moment in the implementation of the Federal Civil Service Reform Agenda, noting that the IPPIS HR Modules go beyond a digital platform to provide a comprehensive system for managing the government’s workforce.

She explained that the integrated solution addresses long-standing challenges arising from fragmented personnel records and inconsistent human resource practices by digitising the entire employee lifecycle.

According to her, the modules cover biometric enrolment and onboarding, establishment management, payroll administration, employee mobility, self-service, HR and payroll variations, as well as workforce analytics.

Walson-Jack said the platform, which currently serves more than 508 Ministries, Extra-Ministerial Departments and Agencies (MDAs), will improve data integrity, eliminate duplication, automate approval processes, strengthen internal controls and provide comprehensive audit trails.

She added that it would also provide reliable workforce data to support evidence-based policymaking and strategic manpower planning.

The Head of Service further stressed that the migration to the locally developed platform aligns with the Federal Government’s Nigeria First Policy by promoting indigenous technological expertise, safeguarding the security and sovereignty of government personnel data, and reducing reliance on foreign software licences.

Also speaking, the Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission, Prof. Tunji Olaopa, described the launch as the culmination of nearly two decades of reforms since the conception of IPPIS in 2006.

He said the new HR Modules would empower more than 600,000 civil servants to manage their personnel records electronically, download payslips, apply for leave online and support data-driven workforce planning.

Olaopa also called for effective change management and the deployment of digital ambassadors across MDAs to accelerate adoption of the new system.

The Managing Director of Soft Alliance and Resources Limited, Dr Bisi Aina, said the deployment of the SoftSuite Human Capital Management platform reflects Nigeria’s growing technological capability and commitment to innovation in public administration.

According to him, the platform will strengthen governance, improve transparency and accountability, optimise workforce management and enhance service delivery across Ministries, Departments and Agencies.

Earlier, the Permanent Secretary, Career Management Office, OHCSF, Mrs Nkiruka Jones-Nebo, described the Go-Live ceremony as another important milestone in the digital transformation of the Federal Civil Service.

She commended the leadership of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation for driving reforms aimed at modernising human resource management, strengthening institutional capacity and improving public service delivery.

The event featured the formal Go-Live presentation by the implementing firm and was attended by Permanent Secretaries, senior government officials and civil servants drawn from MDAs across the country.

When the final whistle blew on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the football world turned its attention away from the pitch. But inside the Grand Ballroom of the Ikeja Marriott Hotel yesterday, a different kind of championship was being decided as digital gaming platform iLOTBET formally handed over a ?150 million luxury five-bedroom mansion to Sokoto-based businessman Samuel Nneke.

The high-profile event, hosted by Nollywood star Jide Awobona, served as the grand finale of the operator’s flagship 2026 World Cup promotional campaign.

Beyond the headline real estate transfer, the gala operated as a live giveaway, distributing thousands of Naira worth of premium consumer electronics to attendees.

For Samuel Nneke, the journey to the Lagos gala began with routine sports predictions placed throughout the tournament. Under the promotional mechanics, every ?10,000 accumulated in settled, qualifying wagers generated a single draw code.

Following an automated random selection process audited by regulatory observers, Nneke’s code was drawn as the overall winning entry.

Taking the stage alongside iLOTBET executives, Nneke addressed the audience directly about the moment he realized he had won:

‘I consistently participated in the World Cup promotion after seeing advertisements, but I never imagined I would emerge as the overall winner,’ Nneke said. ‘I wasn’t expecting to own a property like this in Lagos, and iLOTBET has made it possible. I played responsibly throughout the tournament, and this outcome is purely a product of luck and perseverance.’

The prize presentation took place in full view of representatives from the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA) and the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC).

Addressing the gathering, Kemi Adebiyi, Principal Legal Officer for the LSLGA, highlighted the importance of operator compliance during major promotional campaigns:

‘From the conduct, process, and verified drawing mechanisms we observed, this was a free, fair, and credible promotional activity conducted fully within our regulatory framework,’ Adebiyi stated.

Speaking on behalf of the operator, iLOTBET Managing Director Uma Ntima noted that this campaign marks the brand’s third major tournament giveaway in four years, following vehicle distributions in prior editions.

‘Giveaways like this one are deep-rooted in our history. In 2022, during the World Cup, we gave out a brand-new car to a lucky winner. In 2024, during the AFCON, we gave out another car!,’ Ntima stated. ‘So coming into 2026, we thought to ourselves: we’ve given out so many cars, it’s only fair we give someone a proper place to park them!’

While Nneke’s real estate handover dominated the evening’s agenda, anchor Jide Awobono kept the room active with continuous live floor draws for attendees.

By the close of the gala, dozens of audience members walked away with physical rewards, including:

iPhone 17 smartphones

Air conditioning units

Power generators

Smart televisions

High-capacity power banks

The evening concluded with the formal signing and exchange of property ownership documentation, cementing one of the largest single promotional payouts recorded in the Nigerian sports gaming sector.

Position yourself for the next major promotional cycle. Register on iLOTBET today, place your predictions responsibly, and stay ready for the next big draw!