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“Still Game” Star, Jimmy Martin Passes Away at 93
Jimmy Martin, the Scottish actor best known for his role as ‘Auld Eric’ in the beloved sitcom Still Game, has passed away at the age of 93.
His death was announced by the show’s director, Michael Hines, who described Martin as a “wonderful actor” and a cherished friend.
Born on March 13, 1931, in Glasgow, Martin’s career spanned over four decades. He joined Still Game in 2002, portraying Eric, one of the regulars at The Clansman pub.
His authentic portrayal made him a fan favorite, and he appeared in 46 of the show’s 62 episodes.
Before his acting career, Martin served in the Royal Navy aboard HMS Bermuda and spent 16 years as a firefighter.
In 2024, he was awarded the British Empire Medal for his services to military veterans and charity work.
Nigerian singer Timaya has spoken about elections, urging Nigerians to think carefully about their choices and the longer-term consequences of their votes.
Speaking on the state of the country, he said Nigerians have choices and should be intentional about them.
“Nobody dey advise anybody. If na wetin you dey find to chop now put for your pocket, na your business. No be one day o. Na another 4 years of hardship. If you know what’s good, you have to vote right.”
“I dey travel abroad dey see wetin dey happen na. Rich people dey abroad dey no dey stay for Nigeria, these politicians. Dey just dey work for Nigeria.”
Nigerian singer Rema has sparked reactions online after revealing the streamers he watches for entertainment.
The singer shared a list of popular streamers he follows, naming Enzo, Fanum, Agent, Kai Cenat and Okiki.
“The only streamers I fvck with are Enzo, Fanum, Agent, Kai Cenat, and Okiki.”
After he mentioned his list, Nigerians reacted and shared how some notable Nigerian streamers were not on the list, with many calling out their favourites for not being recognised by the singer.
Nigerian singer and producer Young Jonn has made headlines after calling on his colleague, Blaqbonez, for a possible collaboration.
The singer Young Jonn took to social media and excitedly shared “I need like 5 bad friends way we go dey move in bulk!” Young Jonn wrote.
Blaqbonez then replied, wanting to join: “Oya, make we dey together, sing as one.”
The singer replied with an old post from 2015 that said, “Go sing as one with Coublon.”
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