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  • VIDEO: Portable Defeats Speed Darlington In Celebrity Boxing Match

    Controversial street-hop singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has defeated internet personality and rapper, Darlington Okoye, aka Speed Darlington, in a celebrity boxing match tagged “Chaos in the Ring”.

    The highly anticipated boxing, held on Saturday morning at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos, ended in a technical knockout (TKO) in Portable’s favour.

    From the opening bell, Portable unleashed wild punches which overwhelmed Speed Darlington.

    Darlington, who had talked tough in the lead-up to the match, struggled to keep up and appeared drained by the end of the first round.

    Darlington was unable to continue into the second round, hence he was declared unfit by the referee who announced Portable the winner.

    Darlington was later seen leaving the ring with an injured wrist and shoulder.

    The match drew a large crowd of celebrities, influencers, and fans.

    This is Portable’s second after previously defeating actor and fellow entertainer, Charles Okocha, in December 2023 in a similar match.

    VIDEO: Portable Defeats Speed Darlington In Celebrity Boxing Match is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

    Source: The Whistler

  • Old Three Notch Chapter of DAR presents annual student Leadership, Citizenship awards

    Old Three Notch Chapter of DAR presents annual student Leadership, Citizenship awards

    Published 4:07 am Saturday, April 19, 2025

    High school seniors receiving the Old Three Notch Chapter of DAR’s Good Citizen Award are, from left, Xsiah Walker of Andalusia High School, Callie Pybus of Florala High School, Addison Moseley of Opp High School, and Destiny Windham. Other recipients not pictured are Nathan Hobbs of Pleasant Home and Bailey Green of Red Level.

    The Old Three Notch Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution presented the 2024-25 DAR Youth Leadership and Good Citizens Award recipients during a special ceremony held Wednesday in the Andalusia City Hall auditorium.

    The DAR Good Citizens Award, created in 1934, is intended to encourage and reward the qualities of good citizenship. The award recognizes and rewards individuals who possess the qualities of dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism in their homes, schools, and communities. This program is only open to high-school seniors whose schools are accredited by their state board of education or a recognized accrediting organization such that a General Education Development (GED) test is not required to receive a high school diploma. Only one senior per year may be honored as a school’s DAR Good Citizen. United States citizenship is not required.

    The students receiving the award are selected by their teachers and peers based on demonstrating these qualities to an outstanding degree.

    This year’s seniors who received the DAR Good Citizen Award are: Xsiah Walker of Andalusia High School; Callie Pybus of Florala High School; Addison Moseley of Opp High School; Nathan Hobbs of Pleasant Home School; Bailey Green of Red Level School; and Destiny Windham of Straughn High School.

    The Good Citizen award winners received a pin, a certificate, and a red, white, and blue cord to wear at graduation.

    The DAR Youth Leadership Medal is presented to a male or female student who exemplifies the qualities of honor, service, courage, leadership, and patriotism. The program is open to students in grades 5-11, and there may only be one medal awarded per grade per school.

    The Youth Leadership award winners received a pin and certificate.

    Award recipients for 2024-2025 are as follows:

    Andalusia — fifth grade, Flora Byars; sixth grade, Adalyn Johnson; seventh grade, Paisley Henderson; eighth grade, Amos Bryan; ninth grade, Sylvia Elizabeth King; tenth grade, William Hunter Grimes; eleventh grade, Mia Elizabeth Baumgartner; and twelfth grade, Xsiah Khamadi Walker (Good Citizen Award).

    Fleeta — fifth grade, Holt Norris; sixth grade, Jaysa Jowers; seventh grade; Lakita Lanier; and eight grade, Tyler Xiong.

    Florala and W.S. Harlan — fifth grade, Carsynn Burlison; sixth grade, Noah Taylor; seventh grade, Ivy June Kuulei Weber; eighth grade, Cristian Zamora-Garcia; ninth grade, Mason Matthew Bennett; tenth grade, Christopher Matthew Taylor; eleventh grade, Jayla Ann Morrow; twelfth grade, Callie Jennorah Pybus (Good Citizen Award).

    Opp — fifth grade, Brooke Elisabeth Burgess; sixth grade, Lexi Marie Brantley; seventh grade, Jordyn Aleyah Rice; eighth grade, Ava Danielle Mills; ninth grade, Parker Burgess; tenth grade, Emmy Harrison; eleventh grade, Saban Sasser; and twelfth grade, Addison Moseley (Good Citizen Award).

    Pleasant Home — fifth grade, Ben Turman; sixth grade, Maggie Gilford; seventh grade, Porter Thomasson; eighth grade, Maddie Kelley; ninth grade, Amy Caoline Sansom; tenth grade, Lily Adams; eleventh grade, Emma Grace Anderson; and twelfth grade, Nathan Hobbs (Good Citizen Award).

    Red Level — fifth grade, Lauren Ryce; sixth grade, ZyNilah Stoudemire; seventh grade, Gracelyn Carter; eighth grade, Blakeleigh Lee; ninth grade, Anna Claire Gladwell; tenth grade, Alyssa Lee; eleventh grade, Hunner Goleman; and twelfth grade, Bailey Green (Good Citizen Award).

    Straughn — fifth grade, Maddison Stinson; sixth grade, Blake Adams; seventh grade, Brooke Mitchell; eighth grade; Wyatt Lewis, ninth grade, Sophie Geohagan; tenth grade, Ellie Mooney; eleventh grade, Brenden Bartholomew; and twelfth grade, Destiny Windham (Good Citizen Award).

    The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, DAR or NSDAR, is a lineage-based membership service organization for women who are directly descended from a person involved in supporting the American Revolution. Founded in 1890, the non-profit group promotes patriotism and preserving American history. Its membership is limited to direct lineal descendants of solders or others of the American Revolution era who aided the revolution and its subsequent war.

    Applicants for the organization must be at least 18 years of age and have a birth certificate stating that their gender is female. DAR has over 190,000 current members in the United States and other countries. The organization’s motto is “God, Home, and Country.”

    With over 3,000 DAR chapters all across the United States, 14 women established the Old Three Notch chapter in Covington County in 1956. The oldest member joined the organization in 1960. Carol Ann-Mullins serves as the current regent (president) of the Old Three Notch chapter.

    For more information visit dar.org or message the Andalusia DAR page on Facebook.

    Source: Andalusia Star

  • Senior Social Media Manager (TikTok Focus) at Transsion Holdings April, 2025

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    Job Description

    We are looking to hire a Senior Social Media Manager (Tiktok Focus) that will be responsible for creating, editing, and uploading content across all social platforms. You will engage with customers, plan and launch social media campaigns, and generally manage and improve an organisation’s online presence.

    • Develop and execute brand strategies for TikTok (primary platform), Instagram, Facebook, and other social platforms to drive audience growth, engagement, and brand awareness.

    • Create viral short-form video content, leveraging trends, user psychology, and platform algorithms to maximize reach and impact.

    • Lead end-to-end content production, including ideation, scripting, filming, editing, and optimization.

    • Manage and mentor a team of 2 social media specialists, ensuring efficient workflow and goal achievement.

    • Conduct regular training sessions to enhance team skills in content creation, data analysis, and platform best practices.

    • Monitor KPIs (views, engagement, conversion rates, etc.), analyze performance, and refine strategies for continuous improvement.

    • Research industry trends and competitor strategies to stay ahead in the digital space.

    • Work closely with marketing, product, and sales teams to align social media efforts with broader campaigns and business objectives.

    Requirements

    • 5+ years of social media management experience, with at least 3 years specializing in TikTok (must have growth or viral content success stories).

    • Deep understanding of TikTok/Instagram/Facebook algorithms, advertising, and community engagement tactics.

    • Strong creative sense—ability to spot trends and produce engaging short-form videos (experience with CapCut, Premiere Pro, or similar tools).

    • Proven leadership skills with experience training and managing teams.

    • Experience with influencer/KOC collaborations and performance marketing.

    • Background in global or cross-border brand campaigns is a plus.

    • Data-driven, results-oriented, and highly adaptable to fast-paced environments.

    • Passionate about social media, youth culture, and emerging digital trends.

    Click Here To Apply

  • Shop Manager at RPO Recruitment

    Key Responsibilities:

    Open and close store according to trading hours
    Handle daily cash-ups and accurate invoicing
    Manage stock levels of irrigation and agricultural products
    Provide product advice and technical guidance to customers
    Lead and train shop staff including scheduling
    Maintain excellent customer service standards
    Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
    Prepare reports and conduct staff meetings

    Requirements:

    Previous shop management experience (agricultural/irrigation retail preferred)
    Strong leadership and organizational skills
    Good computer skills (MS Office)
    Technical knowledge of irrigation/agriculture products is beneficial
    Ability to work under pressure
    Excellent communication skills

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  • Wike reveals reason he opposed Atiku in 2023

    The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has disclosed the reason he vehemently opposed Atiku Abubakars presidential ambition in 2023.  Wike said his decision to oppose Atiku was solely based on principle, contrary to claims that he did so because the former Vice President didnt pick him as his running mate,  Apart from his persistent call for power rotation, Wike claimed Atiku was not a trustworthy politician. I wanted power rotation, I could not have imagined that after eight years of Buhari, power goes to north again. It is not about whether you chose to field me or not, its about principle. To take that decision was difficult and a decision has to be taken and I looked at it, Atiku was not an option, so, he is a no go area, Wike said. The former Governor of Rivers State explained that the main reason he opposed Atikus ambition was due to his dishonesty.  Let me tell you from day one, I told my delegates when they came that one thing you must know is that Atiku does not keep to his words, Wike claimed.  Citing how Atiku, Saraki and Secondus allegedly deceived him in 2019, Wike said he knew from day one that Atiku wouldnt choose him as his running mate. He (Wike) has never banked on the ex-Vice Presidents words. I can tell you authoritatively what happened. In 2019, Atiku, Saraki and Secondus came to see me that I was going to nominate the attorney general and minister of petroleum. When we lost the election, the man who was supposed to bring the attorney general did not know when the legal team was constituted, and I laughed; I watched it on television, and I now called Saraki; you people have constituted a legal team, and you said I was going to bring attorney general.  I know from day one that Atiku will never keep to his words and Ive never banked on that, I will not take his words to the bank, Wike said.  The post Wike reveals reason he opposed Atiku in2023 appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.

    Source: Linda Ikeji

  • How to Get More Darts in Beaks

    The much-awaited bird hunting game, Beaks, has finally released on Roblox. But mind you, you’re not hunting and killing the birds; instead, you shoot at them with tranquilizer darts to sedate them and add them to your collection. Though the default darts are aplenty and will never run out, they are not the best for taking down the birds. Thus, if you are on the lookout for the steps to get more, different darts in Beaks, we have you covered.

    Best Way to Get Darts in Beaks

    Roblox players know the plight of running out of Fisch bait while catching fish. While that is not the case in Beaks, as you have an infinite amount of default darts, there are plenty of other Beaks darts, such as Golden dart, Mythical dart, and more, that you would want to obtain to catch birds easily or with mutations.

    To get these special darts in any of the Beaks locations, you can simply visit the Dartsmith. They go by different names, like Darth in Beakwoods or Needle in Mount Beaks. Moreover, you cannot just buy darts from them. Instead, you pay a sum to roll three random darts. You can read about all Beaks darts available in the game in our dedicated list here.

    Image Credit: Beaks/ Roblox

    Here are the dialogues that you need to select and the money you need to spend to get darts from the different dartsmiths:

    • Darth (Beakwoods, $200) – Can I get something cheap? I’m kinda broke
    • Needle (Mount Beaks, $800) – Can I get something light on the coin?
    • Longshot (Quill Lake, $400) – Got anything cheap?
    • Scar (Deadlands, $1000) – Got anything that won’t rot my hand off?

    This is a bizarre luck-based mechanic for equipment that is essential to Beaks’ gameplay. And even if the developers want to use this mechanic, they should at least give players a chance to earn more darts. Currently, there is no way to roll more darts at once.

    With this knowledge under your belt, I believe you will be able to travel the world of Beaks and catch some of the rarest birds in this Roblox game. If you still have any doubts about darts, let us know in the comments section. Happy hunting tranquilizing!

    Anmol Sachdeva

    Getting my start with technology journalism back in 2016, I have been working in the industry for over 7 years. Currently, I’m leading the coverage on the website as the Editor of Beebom. While my expertise lies in Android, Windows, and the apps world, you can find me reading manga, watching anime, and gaming in my free time.


    Source: Beebom

  • Google Ends Updates for Three Iconic Smartphones

    I think it’s safe to say that if you’re still holding on to an old Android phone, you put yourself in harms way – one way or another. Google has ended support via updates for 3 iconic smartphones and this means that the time has come for you to… think about it, if you’re still a pproud owner of a Google Pixel 3a, Samsung Galaxy S10, or a OnePlus 7 model. No more patches, no more fixes—just a growing list of vulnerabilities and no safety net.

    These devices, all stuck on Android 12 or Android 12L, have officially stopped receiving monthly security updates from Google. That means no protection against new exploits or malware threats. If you’re still using one of them, you’re now on your own.

    Quiet Shutdown, Real Consequences

    Google didn’t issue a big announcement. In fact, the move was so low-key that most people didn’t notice until Android 12 vanished from the April security bulletin. Android Authority picked up on the omission, confirming what many had suspected: support ended quietly, without fanfare, sometime in late March.

    What does that mean in practice? These phones are now easy targets. Without patches, they’re vulnerable to zero-day exploits, data breaches, and all the other digital threats that evolve month by month.

    Samsung Galaxy S10 series

    Outdated and Exposed

    Unless manufacturers step in with their own updates—which is unlikely—these phones won’t get any further protection.

    Samsung’s newer phones now get up to seven years of security updates, but that policy doesn’t extend to the Galaxy S10. That device is well beyond its support window. OnePlus, on the other hand, has always capped software support at three years. The OnePlus 7 crossed that mark a while ago.

    In other words: these phones are effectively abandoned with no more updates from Google.

    And it couldn’t come at a worse time. Google’s latest security bulletin highlights two high-risk vulnerabilities that are already being exploited in the wild. Devices stuck on Android 12 won’t receive the patches needed to protect against them—leaving users open to data theft, hacked apps, and even compromised banking details.

    OnePlus 7

    Time to Move On

    Security experts aren’t sugarcoating it: if you’re using one of these phones, it’s time to upgrade. Updating isn’t just about getting shiny new features—it’s about protecting your personal information, your money, and your peace of mind.

    This isn’t just the end of updates for a few old phones. It’s a wake-up call. Software support is a ticking clock, and once it stops, so does your device’s defense against a rapidly evolving digital threat landscape.

    Disclaimer: We may be compensated by some of the companies whose products we talk about, but our articles and reviews are always our honest opinions. For more details, you can check out our editorial guidelines and learn about how we use affiliate links.Follow Gizchina.com on Google News for news and updates in the technology sector.

    Source: Giz China

  • 2027: Atiku accuses Wike of betrayal, defends opposition coalition

    Former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, on Friday, fired back at Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, calling him a traitor and accusing him of working against both his party and the interests of Nigerians.

    The accusation comes on the heels of Wike’s recent comments during a media briefing in Abuja on Friday, where he dismissed the new opposition coalition spearheaded by Atiku, Labour Party’s Peter Obi, and former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, as self-serving and insincere.

    The coalition, announced on March 20, 2025, is being framed by its architects as a united front to challenge President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. Its emergence has stirred heated debates across political circles, raising questions about opposition unity and the possibility of dislodging the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

    Wike, however, was unsparing in his criticism. “Those looking for a coalition are doing so for selfish interests, the likes of Atiku and other people. Which coalition, with whom?” he asked. “Everybody wants to become president of the country, nobody wants to say, ‘Let me build our party so that we’ll be in a formidable position.’”

    He accused Atiku and others of abandoning the PDP’s internal crises, prioritizing personal ambitions over rebuilding the party. “You don’t do that,” Wike said. “If it doesn’t happen their way, then it’s ‘to your tents, oh Israel.’”

    Responding to Wike’s remarks, Atiku’s spokesperson, Paul Ibe, described Wike as the last person qualified to speak on sincerity or party loyalty. He said Wike had betrayed the PDP by aligning with the APC, all while attempting to dismantle the party from within.

    “This is a man who is actively working with the APC to destroy and undermine his own party and the interests of Nigerians,” Ibe stated. “Wike has no moral authority to speak on integrity. None.”

    The statement did not mince words in its criticism of Wike’s current role in Rivers State politics either. “He is trying to assert total control over Rivers, working in cahoots with Abuja to destabilize the state government. How can such a person lecture anyone on unity or sincerity?”

    Atiku’s camp, however, reaffirmed its commitment to the coalition, which it described as a vehicle for frustrated and hopeful Nigerians to take back their country. “The coalition isn’t about Atiku, Obi, or El-Rufai. It’s about Nigeria,” Ibe emphasized. “The people involved are simply tools to an end and that end is reclaiming a country lost to the chaos and mismanagement of the APC.”

    As the road to 2027 begins to take shape, tensions within the opposition appear far from settled. The drama between party elders like Atiku and Wike not only reflects the deep fractures within the PDP but also reveals the urgency of building consensus if any coalition is to stand a real chance against the formidable power of incumbency.

    Whether the new coalition will survive the egos and suspicions that have historically plagued Nigerian opposition alliances remains to be seen.

    Source: Ripples Nigeria

  • AYCF Commends Kaduna-World Bank Partnership For Critical Development

    The Arewa Youth Consultative Forum has commended Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, for his strategic partnership with the World Bank to drive development and progress in the state.

    The partnership encompasses eight major projects worth $885 million, aimed at addressing critical developmental challenges in education, healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture, and social welfare.

    AYCF President General, Yerima Shettima, praised the governor’s visionary leadership and commitment to expanding World Bank support into new areas, including the Sustainable Power and Irrigation in Nigeria (SPIN) Project and the Resilient and Accessible Microfinance (RAM) Project.

    “We applaud the governor’s recognition of the transformative role that the World Bank has played in our state,” Shettima said.

    The AYCF noted that the projects have laid the groundwork for sustainable development and provided opportunities for youth empowerment and growth.

    Shettima urged citizens to actively engage with and support the government’s efforts in implementing these projects, emphasizing the importance of public cooperation in ensuring their success.

    “We recognize the importance of public cooperation in ensuring the success of these initiatives. We call upon all residents, community leaders, and stakeholders to join hands in fostering a spirit of cooperation and unity,” he said.

    The AYCF commended Mr. Ousmane Diagana, the World Bank’s Regional Vice President for Western and Central Africa, for recognizing Governor Sani’s strong leadership and the effectiveness of Kaduna’s collaboration with the World Bank.

    “Such acknowledgment is a reflection of the potential that exists within our state when we harness the right partnerships and leadership,” Shettima said.

    The AYCF pledged its support for Governor Sani’s mission to elevate Kaduna State to new heights, urging citizens to work together to maximize the benefits of these projects and create a brighter future for all.

    “We stand firmly behind Governor Uba Sani in his mission to elevate Kaduna State to new heights,” Shettima stressed.

    AYCF Commends Kaduna-World Bank Partnership For Critical Development is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

    Source: The Whistler

  • Authorities prevent Moldovan bishop from going to Jerusalem for Holy Fire

    Chișinău, April 19, 2025

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    Moldovan authorities blocked a hierarch of the Moldovan Orthodox Church of the Moscow Patriarchate from flying to Jerusalem to retrieve the Holy Fire.

    “I still don’t understand why I wasn’t released to Israel,” His Eminence Archbishop Marchel of Bălți and Fălești told First in Moldova News.

    The hierarch was pulled aside for an “inspection” at the Chișinău Airport on Holy Thursday and was held without his passport until after his flight had already departed. He was never given any explanation for why he wasn’t permitted to travel.

    Meanwhile, the delegation from the Romanian Orthodox Church’s Metropolis of Bessarabia was permitted to fly to Israel to witness and bring back the Holy Fire.

    For three decades, there have been two overlapping jurisdictions in Moldova: the Moscow Patriarchate’s Metropolis of Chișinău and All Moldova and the Romanian Orthodox Church’s Metropolis of Bessarabia, which have essentially tolerated each other since the latter was reestablished in 1991 by a bishop formerly of the Russian Church’s structure. However, relations have severely deteriorated since the start of the war in Ukraine. A number of clerics and parishes have moved from the Moscow to the Romanian side, but as these transitions were made without a canonical release, a number of the clerics have been defrocked. However, the Metropolis of Bessarabia has declared these canonical sanctions null and void, and Romanian Synod establishes “Romanian Orthodox Church of Ukraine,” Ukrainian hierarch respondsA number of important decisions were made during the session of the Holy Synod of the Romanian Orthodox Church held in Bucharest on February 29.

    “>on February 29, the Holy Synod of the entire Romanian Orthodox Church took the same position.

    The hierarchs and faithful of the Moldovan Orthodox Church have felt increasingly Moldovan Orthodox Church: “Cease the moral torture of the Church”“The Church feels pressures similar to those from the Soviet period. More and more threats are being thrown at the Church and its servants,” writes His Eminence Metropolitan Vladimir of Chișinău and All Moldova.

    “>pressured by the state in the past few years.

    His Eminence Metropolitan Luke of Zaporozhye of the persecuted Ukrainian Orthodox Church expressed support for Abp. Marchel and the entire Moldovan Orthodox Church:

    I learned with regret that Archbishop Marchel has encountered obstacles that will prevent him from witnessing the descent of the Holy Fire. I have repeatedly observed this miracle, truly a miracle, despite the fact that there are forces that cannot tolerate its radiance and invent various fables about its origin. Succumbing to their provocations, I too doubted, and the Lord personally revealed a miracle to me—the Fire hadn’t yet appeared in the Edicule, but on the second floor, my acquaintance’s candles lit up by themselves. Therefore, I, like no other, understand the feelings of Vladyka Marchel, and even more so his and all the Moldovan flock.

    On this day, which every Orthodox Christian experiences with deep repentance and heartfelt contrition, I want to express my sincere support to the fullness of the Orthodox Church of Moldova. As it is said in the Gospel, If they have persecuted Me, they will also persecute you; if they have kept My saying, they will keep yours also (Jn. 15:20). Don’t despair. On the contrary, it’s necessary to strengthen your hearts with faith, love and hope. Various forces may discriminate against the Church, trample on the fundamental rights of its clergy and parishioners, obstruct the trip to the Holy Land to deliver the Holy Fire to all faithful children of the Orthodox Church of Moldova. However, no one can deprive us of God’s mercy and support.

    The Holy Fire is the harbinger of the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, a visible sign of His love and care for us. Whoever rejects this gift rejects Divine grace. And instead of the Lord’s blessing, they bring upon themselves various troubles and disorders. For a truly believing soul, any trial is another step towards God. Through repentance, humility, and hope in the One who gave His life for the salvation of mankind from sin and eternal death.

    Therefore, I dare to call on our Moldovan brothers and sisters to stand firm in the faith, hold fast to their Mother Church, and place all their worries in God’s hands. After all, as St. Theophan the Recluse very accurately said, “the Lord builds everything, and in the best way for us.” According to your faith, let it be to you. May the Merciful and long-suffering Lord send a particle of His Holy Fire into the heart of everyone who, despite everything, remains faithful to Him and their Mother Church!

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    Source: Orthodox Christianity