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With the heaviest of hearts, we regret to announce the passing of one of our staff, Temisan Okomi, following a brief illness. Until his passing, Temisan was the Group Head of the Sports Department. He was a valued member of our team whose contributions and presence will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this most difficult time. Signed, Management

ARE YOU READY FOR A DECEMBER FOR THE SEXIES?🔥🥰 Six DJs. Three decades of MASSIVE hits. Two sexes going HEAD-TO-HEAD! Get ready for Battle of the Decades 6 - the ULTIMATE Battle of the Sexes. It’s hit after hit as male artists & groups from the 80s, ’90s, and 2000s go head-to-head with female artists & groups from the same eras 😜 GUYS vs GIRLS - HIT FOR HIT. 💥 And YOU get to decide who takes the crown! 👑 On the Decks: DJ Sunrise • DJ Blondie • DJ Nana • DJ Freshwaves • DJ Frank • DJ X-Cel Hosted by: Classic FM Presenters Venue: The Clubhouse Lagos, Water Corporation Road, Oniru, Victoria Island Date: 23rd December Time: Red Carpet - 8 p.m. | Battle begins - 9 p.m. TABLE PACKAGES: 💥 Cabana Tables - ₦1m 💥 Tables for 6 - ₦800k 💥 Tables for 4 - ₦600k For reservations, call 0809 222 3913 or Link in Bio

Do You #remember #the #time NIGERIA scored at its 1ST World Cup Appearance? And where were you? Nigeria’s first @fifaworldcup appearance was in the #usa on June 21 1994, played at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, Texas. The team, tagged as the “GOLDEN GENERATION”, led by manager @clemens_westerhof , stunned the world with their impressive performance. The Legendary Rashidi Yekini scored Nigeria’s first-ever World Cup goal, followed by @danielamokachi & @amuneke9496 adding two goals to seal the opening victory against Bulgaria. After defeating Bulgaria 3-0, Nigeria lost 1-2 to Argentina (June 25, 1994) but beat Greece 2-0 (June 30, 1994), finishing top of Group with 6 points and getting to the 2nd round. In the 2nd-round matchup on July 5, 1994, against Italy, Nigeria led 1-0 for most of the match but conceded a late equalizer to Roberto Baggio, eventually losing 1-2 in extra time 😔. Chai, Roberto Baggio! 😔 Rashidi’s celebration of him holding onto the goal net, is an iconic image in Nigerian & African football/ sports history. Fans have recalled that he was crying tears of joy, some interpret his vocal expression has him praising God saying “Alhamdulilah” (Praise be to God) and potentially his own name or “Nigeria” in joy. Nigeria would go on to make several appearances on the world stage. Despite failing to qualify for the soon to start USA/MEXICO& CANADA World Cup 2026( ironically same country of the debut), NIGERIA would still be represented but this time via #music , as it’s international stars billed to perform on the Grand Opening Ceremony, and also featuring on the official theme song for the World Event. Did You know? RASHIDI YEKINI is the Leading Goal scorer in Nigeria with 37Goals, but being trailed by you know who- VICTOR OSIMHEN with 35Goals. Can you name members from the GOLDEN SQUAD? 📽️ @fifa TV

Nigerian Livestock possesses one of Africa’s largest livestock populations—including over 20 million cattle, 88 million goats, and 49 million sheep—serving as a critical economic driver valued at roughly N30 trillion NAIRA! 🤯 Poultry is the dominant sector, with Nigeria acting as Africa’s largest egg producer. Key Livestock and Populations (2022-2026 Estimates) POULTRY: ~258.5 million chickens (plus turkeys, guinea fowl, ducks). GOATS: ~88.2 million, mainly hardy indigenous breeds like Red Sokoto. SHEEP: ~49.1 million.Cattle: ~20.9 million, primarily raised by nomadic herders, with growing investment in ranching. PIGS: ~9.2 million and other Significant populations of camels, donkeys, and horses in the north. SOURCE: Federal Ministry of Livestock Development Nigeria records huge daily consumption of livestock produce, leading to an increase in demand and less supply of said produce. This inability provides for opportunities and business potentials to fill the gap. It’s Thursday, Tune in to catch the best of #agribusiness with @bdelliumconsult @bukolatwentythree @thejiggyman Tune in LIVE📍🎧 link in Bio 🧡💙🤍

“I Am because We Are” - this Ubuntu Philosophy Undeniably personifies our #classic #woman #wednesday Professor Dorothy Nkem Akunyili, popularly known as Dora Akunyili, a True Patriotic AMAZON, selfless and fearless. Born Dorothy Nkem Edemobi in Makurdi, present day Benue State, but brought up in Nanka, Anambra State. Her unprecedented, established Pharmaceutical journey filled with enormous accomplishments began in 1978, where she earned her first degree in Pharmacy and later PHD in 1985 from the University of Nigeria Nsukka, UNN, and starting her career as a Hospital Health Care Provider from 1978 to 1981 at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital(UNTH), Enugu. Her exceptional educational prowess saw her advance within the University System from Lecturer 1 to Senior Lecturer, then later transferred to become Consultant Pharmacologist. Her love for teaching and nurturing, saw her become a per time lecturer, supervising PHD and Master’s Candidates. In 2001, former President, Olusegun Obasanjo decided to appoint her as Director General of @nafdac_ng , after seeking advice for a Honest Nigerian Pharmacist, which her name easily came up. This decision did not come without backlash, but long term proved to be a Great Choice. In 1988, she lost her sister to a bogus insulin injection. This would serve as fuel to her motivation towards the eradication of fake drugs and unsafe food. A battle she would take on with extraordinary passion which yielded Nationwide astounding results. She would later be appointed as Nigeria’s Federal Minister for Information on March 17 2009, where she coined the phrase “Good People, Great Nation”. Her trailblazing Legacy is Etched in History. She is survived by her family of Six children and three Grandkids. In her honor, a statue was built for in her hometown- Agulu, Anambra State. “In 2022 , the Book “I Am Because We Are: The Story of Dora Akunyili” was published. An intimate biography written by @chidiogo.akunyili , her daughter. Did You Know? She is regarded as the Nigerian with the most awards. Receiving 820, and 110 more discovered neatly arranged in her boxes. 🤯 💙🧡🤍

Reggae icon @righteousmann opens up to @realsoba on how he got his stage name and shares his thoughts on how today’s music compares to the classics from back in the day. 🎶🔥 #classicfm #playingeverysongyouknow

✨ The countdown is on! 🎬🌍 HB&Q Impressions Studios invites you to an extraordinary evening of cinema, culture, and global dialogue at the exclusive private screening of ON DIFFERENT GROUNDS, a powerful new film that brings Nollywood and Bollywood together like never before. Directed by the visionary Mildred Okwo, written and produced by the phenomenal Nicollette Ndigwe-Kalu, On Different Grounds boasts a stellar cast including Jennifer Eliogu, Bob-Manuel Udokwu, Abena Akuaba, Ifeanyi Kalu, Uche Montana, Inkemowohiebele Okaro, Nyukei Afe Olumide, Uche Jombo, Oluwabamike Bam Bam, Maggie Osuome, Ocee Goze Mbadiewe and greeting us from Bollywood, Vineet Raina and Inmesh Diliprai. 🌟 Join us under the distinguished presence of His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri, with the esteemed attendance of the Consulates of India, Britain, Canada, and Brazil. 📅 May 9th | Lagos, Nigeria 🎭 Theme: The Soft Power of Story For table reservations & RSVP: 📞 Damilola: 09036050956 📞 Emmanuela: 08098245706 And the big reveal… 🎟️ ON DIFFERENT GROUNDS hits cinemas nationwide JUNE 12TH! Mark your calendars and get ready for a film that will move, inspire, and connect worlds. 🌏🎥 #OnDifferentGrounds #bollywood #nollywood #thebeat999fm #theheartbeatoflagos

Seeing Phil Collins back on the drums hits differently. Before the global hits and sold-out tours, drumming was where it all began for him with Genesis. After years of health struggles and nerve damage that affected his ability to play, this moment is less about perfection and more about legacy, emotion, and a lifelong connection to music. ❤️🥁 🎥 @drumeofficial

What is Friday without #faaji with @bukolatwentythree 🕺 In this post, just few #classic #albums to get you in the groove for the weekend and as you navigate the rain ☔️. Listen Live Right Now 🎧 (link in Bio 👆) What is your favourite #fuji #highlife song or album?👇🙏 Credit: to @tmdmrv for @zikokomag “Top 10 Greatest Fuji Music Albums of All time” 🧡💙🤍

The Fugees artist Pras Michel set to serve 14 year sentence 😔 The Grammy winning artist, Prakazrel Samuel Michel turned himself in to the Federal Correctional Institution in Safford, Ariz., following convictions of charges including conspiracy, concealment of material facts, making false entries in records, witness tampering and serving as an unregistered agent of a foreign power related to an international conspiracy involving Malaysian businessman Jho Low, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Low transferred $21.6 million to accounts belonging to Michel in 2012 “for the purpose of funneling significant sums of money into the United States presidential election.” Before Michel(Pras) turned himself in, he spent few days with his family. He also attended a Kanye West’s concert in Los Angeles, where he spent time in a suite with Dave Chappelle and Erykah Badu. His Fugees bandmate Lauryn Hill was also there and joined West onstage as a guest. The Fugees rapper is appealing the conviction. For more stories, visit and also subscribe to our @youtube #channel @classicfm973 🧡💙 #classic #fm #fugees #pras

A throwback video of legendary South African reggae artist Lucky Dube’s first visit to Cross River, Nigeria in 2004. #classicfm #playingeverysongyouknow

Red Gold: Palm oil has been produced and used in Nigeria for thousands of years. Ranked as one of the top five exporters in the world, the industry shifted from local sustenance to major commercial export during the 19th and early 20th centuries, becoming a cornerstone of the colonial economy before declining in the 1970s following the rise of the oil boom and competition from Malaysia(report has it, the seedlings where gotten from Nigeria) 😔 Palm oil remains, a key ingredient in West African cuisine, such as that of southern Nigeria: from the simple dish of boiled yam, palm oil and Kanwa salt, to Banga soup made from the mashed fruit left over. Many other “soups” can be made with it and eaten with pounded yam or garri (ground cassava)🤤 •Palm oil is also used used in soap making • It was used in the Benin Kingdom in street lamps and as a building material in the king’s palace walls. • It also has of a lot of medicinal uses. It can be used as a skin ointment and a common antidote to poisons. In addition, the sap of oil palms was tapped for palm wine, and palm fronds provided material for roof thatching and brooms. 💎 Make it a date every Thursday with @bdelliumconsult talking #agri #business Listen 🎧 live 👆(link in bio) @bukolatwentythree @thejiggyman 🧡💙 What dish or soup do you make using Palm Oil? 🤔👇🙏