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“Still Game” Star, Jimmy Martin Passes Away at 93

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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.

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In 2024, he was awarded the British Empire Medal for his services to military veterans and charity work.


 

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Nigerian Lady Trends After Saying She Gets Paid to Watch Football in the UK

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A Nigerian lady who resides abroad sparks reactions as she revealed that she is getting paid to watch live football matches.

The lady took to social media to reveal this and shared the positive side of living in the UK.

“You people will get angry when I tell you that I love the UK. So currently right now I am getting paid to watch a live football match. I love this country so much, and if you have any negative thing to say about it, it’s okay…”

The public then reacts to her comment and experience, with many wishing to be her.


 

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Gospel Singer Bidemi Olaoba Trends Over Phrase at Praise Marathon

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Nigerian gospel singer Bidemi Olaoba makes headlines. It can be noted that an 84-hour praise marathon occurred from the 3rd of March till now.

The praise marathon had the following artists in attendance: Dunsin Oyekan, Chioma Jesus, Simisola Agbebi, and Toluwasings.

The event was also held to celebrate the birthday of Nigerian pastor Enoch Adeboye. However, the singer is now trending because of a phrase he said during the event, “Yakubu Manage”.

The public criticized and shared that it is a secular phrase or an ending phrase and it was odd for him to say in a praise session, while others defend and share that it doesn’t mean anything.


 

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Simi’s Management Debunks Divorce Rumours With Adekunle Gold

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Nigerian singer Simi’s management steps out to address the rumors regarding a divorce between the couple.

The rumors stated that Adekunle Gold had gone to file for divorce. However, the management came out to share that whatever news is being seen about divorce is not true.

“It’s fake and fabricated. First, stage names are not tenable in any court of justice worldwide as indicated in the document. Even the suit number on the document is backdated to 2024 (SUIT NO HCL/FC/2024/0178),” he said.


 

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