Tonight the handsome BBNaija host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu was dashing as he rocked a one-of-a-kind creation by none other than Ugo Monye!
He began by welcoming the housemates moving quite swiftly to the first eviction. After getting a tip-off from Biggie he quickly realised that there would be another eviction which he dutifully undertook.
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<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/ivan-demidov-reacts-to-being-drafted-by-the-canadiens.jpg?id=59842814&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=97%2C0%2C98%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>It's a pretty good time to be a <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/montreal-canadiens" target="_blank">Montreal Canadiens</a> fan.</p><p>With the Habs logging six straight wins, they now <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/nhl-playoffs-standings-canadiens" target="_blank">sit comfortably in a playoff spot</a>. Meanwhile, captain Nick Suzuki recently became the first Montreal player to surpass 80 points in a season in nearly two decades. Plus, Cole Caufield's still on track to hit 40 goals this year, a feat last accomplished by a Montreal player in 1994.</p><p>The cherry on top of all that?</p><p>On Tuesday, the Canadiens shocked the hockey world by signing their 2024 draft pick Ivan Demidov to a three-year deal, bringing him over from Russia to join the team this season — much earlier than anyone anticipated.</p>
<p>Strong reactions from fans quickly poured in, ranging from pure joy to straight-up shock.</p><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1909688238257688814">
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<p>Drafted fifth overall by Montreal last summer, Demidov's hype comes from his unreal scoring touch — 19 goals and 49 points in 65 KHL games this season, topping the league's U-20 record. Even with just 13:45 of ice time a game, he's shown he's a clutch playmaker, adding three goals in six playoff games, making him a legit star in the making for the Canadiens.</p><p>Some fans have even gone as far as trying to track which plane the 19-year-old forward is on, speculating that he should land in the city on Wednesday morning. </p><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1909812651795841036">
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<p>Unsurprisingly, many are eager to pick the Russian phenom up at the airport.</p>
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<p>While Demidov has yet to suit up in the bleu, blanc, rouge, he's already very popular at the Bell Centre. During Tuesday's win over the Detroit Red Wings, an ovation broke out when his photo was shown on the Jumbotron.</p><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1909751106147914215">
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<p>Jerseys bearing his name are already being sold at the team store. </p>
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<p>However, all of this excitement leads to one big question: When will the rookie sensation actually join the Canadiens' lineup?</p><p>According to <a href="https://rg.org/news/hockey/ivan-demidov-set-to-join-canadiens-this-week-in-toronto-debut-expected-vs-chicago" target="_blank">Montreal journalist Marco D'Amico</a>, who broke the story of Demidov's signing on Tuesday, "the current target date for Demidov's NHL debut is likely Monday night against the Chicago Blackhawks."</p>
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<p>With only a few games left on the Canadiens' calendar and a 96.8% chance of making the playoffs (according to oddsmakers at <a href="https://moneypuck.com/predictions.htm" target="_blank">MoneyPuck</a>), Demidov could see postseason action soon — pushing the youngster to adapt fast to the North American game. But even with the vibes sky-high, snagging the second wild card spot means a brutal first-round clash with the Eastern Conference's top dog.</p><p>Still, one thing's for sure: fans are ready to roar—and the Bell Centre's about to get a whole lot louder.</p><p><br/></p>
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<h2>Popular Nigerian singer and dancer, <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/topic/Korra-Obidi/">Korra Obidi</a> has suffered a heavy backlash from netizens over her comment on the coffin of late Managing Director and CEO of Access Bank Plc, <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/topic/Herbert-Wigwe/">Herbert Wigwe</a>.</h2>
<p>Recall that <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/03/09/wigwe-wife-sons-corpses-arrive-for-burial-service/">Wigwe, his wife, and his son</a> were laid to rest in a private interment following a funeral church service at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Lion of Judah Parish, Isiokpo, Rivers State.</p>
<p>The funeral service commenced promptly at 11:00 am after a Christian wake keep was organised in their honour.</p>
<p>Hundreds of mourners, including friends, associates, and well-wishers from Nigeria and across the globe poured into Isiokpo to pay their final respects to the trio.</p>
<p>However, a viral video on social media has shown Wigwe’s coffin covered with an Access Bank flag.</p>
<p>This development did not sit well with Korra who claimed that the bank was using the funeral to promote their image.</p>
<p>Taking to the comment section of Tunde Ednut’s page where the video was shared she wrote, "<em>The shameless PR move with the bank logo on the corpse is cringe to be honest. May their souls rest in perfect peace."</em></p>
<p>Watch the video below,</p>
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<p>However, netizens insisted that the Access Bank flag on the coffin was a sign of respect.</p>
<p>Drsoleus, "<em>Another thoughtless comment, Access Bank should not honour their own again."</em></p>
<p>Nelly, "<em>Nna, Na wa for this woman oh."</em></p>
<p>Amandachisom, "<em>Sometimes say nothing, a bank president dies and he is covered with their flag and you call it PR."</em></p>
<p>Dalub, "<em>But that is the CEO of Access Bank, they are only paying their last respect."</em></p>
<p>Amaka, "<em>Aunty na sign of respect."</em></p>
<p>Layo, "<em>Do you really know the meaning of PR."</em></p>
<p>Beauty, "<em>You are totally right, I don’t get it too."</em></p>
<p>Nne, "<em>What is PR, una go just open mouth dey talk anyhow."</em></p>
<p>Zora, "<em>Exactly what I thought.</em>"</p>
<p>Homebody, "<em>You people always find something wrong in everything."</em></p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/03/09/video-nigerians-knock-korra-obidi-over-comment-on-wigwes-coffin/">Video: Nigerians Knock Korra Obidi Over Comment On Wigwe’s Coffin</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>
