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Kirk Franklin Teams Up With Davido for New Track “Hope in You” Entertainment News | October 28, 2026 American gospel music icon Kirk Franklin is teaming up with Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido for a new song titled “Hope in You,” scheduled for release on Friday, October 30, 2026. The upcoming collaboration has generated excitement among music lovers as it brings together two influential artists from different musical backgrounds. Kirk Franklin is widely celebrated for his impact on contemporary gospel music, while Davido remains one of Africa’s biggest Afrobeats stars. According to reports, the song was previewed at an album listening event in Atlanta, United States, on October 12. Davido reportedly performed his verse and joined the choir during the presentation. The track is expected to feature on Kirk Franklin’s forthcoming album, I Am What I Am , which reportedly blends gospel with contemporary musical influences. The collaboration is particularly significant because it b...

  Harry Kane Wins 2026 Ballon d’Or, Ends England’s 25-Year Wait English striker Harry Kane has been crowned the winner of the 2026 Men’s Ballon d’Or, becoming the first Englishman in 25 years to receive football’s prestigious individual award. The Bayern Munich forward received the honour at the 70th edition of the ceremony held at the London Palladium on Monday, October 26, 2026. Kane’s victory marks a major milestone in his career, following an outstanding season with Bayern Munich and the England national team. He scored 73 goals in 65 appearances for club and country during the 2025–26 campaign, including 61 goals for Bayern Munich and 12 for England. His impressive performances helped Bayern Munich secure the Bundesliga title, the DFB-Pokal and the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup. Kane also finished as the leading goalscorer in the German top flight for the third consecutive season. Kane Beats Mbappé and Yamal to the Award The England captain finished ahead of French supersta...

  Peter Obi Criticises Tinubu’s Government, Says Nigeria Needs a More Energetic and Responsive President Peter Obi, a presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, questioning its capacity to address Nigeria’s growing challenges, particularly insecurity and kidnapping. In a statement shared by Arise News Official on Instagram, Obi reportedly argued that Nigeria needs a president who is physically available, responsive and willing to visit communities facing serious security challenges. According to the statement, Obi said the country could not afford a situation where hundreds of citizens were kidnapped and taken into the bush without a sufficiently decisive response from the government. “We cannot be in government, and 600 people will be kidnapped and taken into the bush; we will go into that bush with them,” Obi was quoted as saying. He further stressed that Nigeria needs a leader who would be p...

  Pastor Israel Ford Introduces Shakayla Ford as His Second Wife, While Lydia Ford Celebrates Her as a Beloved Sister Pastor Israel Ford, lead pastor of Life Works Church, has publicly introduced Shakayla Ford as his second wife, drawing attention to his family and a heartfelt message shared by Lydia Ford. In a social media post, Pastor Israel Ford announced the news, writing, “I would like to introduce to the world, my second wife, Shakayla Ford.” The announcement has sparked interest online, particularly following a touching post attributed to Lydia Ford, who expressed her love, admiration, and appreciation for Shakayla. Lydia Ford Celebrates Shakayla's Humility and Dedication In her post, Lydia described Shakayla as her “chosen little sister” and one of the most important people in her life. She praised her humility, dedication, and willingness to serve others without seeking recognition. Lydia also highlighted Shakayla's contribution to the recent event titled “So, Yo...

  Nathaniel Bassey Breaks Down in Tears as He Appreciates Edwin Dadson for His Song Renowned Nigerian gospel minister Nathaniel Bassey has stirred emotions among gospel music lovers after expressing heartfelt appreciation for a song by fellow gospel minister Edwin Dadson. In a comment shared online, an account identified as @nathanielblow wrote: “That Song! Thank you my brother @edwindadson.” The comment, posted approximately 21 minutes before the screenshot was captured, reflects appreciation for the song and its impact. The emotional reaction has drawn attention to the power of gospel music to minister to hearts, inspire gratitude, and create meaningful connections among gospel ministers. While the exact song title and the circumstances surrounding the reported tears have not been confirmed from the screenshot, the message highlights a moment of appreciation between the two gospel music figures. Gospel music continues to remind us that a song can be more than music—it can...

  BREAKING: Veteran Nollywood Actor Francis Duru Reportedly Dies at 57 After Brief Illness Veteran Nigerian actor Francis Duru, best known for his role as Ahanna in the classic movie Rattlesnake , is reportedly dead at the age of 57 following a brief illness. The reported death of the respected Nollywood star has sparked sadness among fans and movie lovers who have followed his career for more than three decades. According to the report circulating online, the actor’s family announced the sad development on Friday, October 23, 2026, through a statement shared on his verified Instagram page. The report also claims that the National President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Abubakar Sanusi Yakubu, confirmed the news and paid tribute to the late actor. The specific illness that reportedly led to his death has not been disclosed in the circulating report. Francis Duru’s Legacy in Nollywood Francis Duru was one of the familiar faces in Nigeria’s movie industry, earning recog...