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I Haven’t Seen My Children for 18 Years— Calvin Bassey Father Publicly Pleads for Reconciliation, Says Super Eagles Star Refuses to See Him
The father of Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has publicly opened up about the pain of being separated from his children for nearly two decades and is now begging for a chance to reconnect.
Kingsley Ughelumba shared his heartbreaking story in an emotional interview, explaining that he hasn’t had a real relationship with his sons—Calvin, Mathew, Elvis, and the youngest, Michael—for 18 years. He revealed that Calvin, Mathew, and Elvis were born in Italy, while Michael was born in Ireland. Before everything fell apart, the family lived together peacefully in London.
Speaking about how the separation happened, he said to PUNCH: “We had husband-and-wife arguments. I went to work, and before I returned, she had left with the children.
“She only reached out in 2017 when my children needed Nigerian passports. I sent all my documents and bought all their flight tickets. When they stayed with me then, I never told them their mum did anything to me. She has muted me since he signed for a football club.”
“I have not seen my children for a long time.
“During COVID in 2020, I drove all the way from London to Leicester when Calvin was playing there. I wasn’t looking for him because he was a footballer; I wanted to see my first son, but I didn’t have access because their mother had changed everything. I didn’t have their numbers or anything.”
“When I got to Leicester City, the club welcomed me and called Calvin. There was a name I used to call him when he was small—‘Biggy’. When they called him that, he responded immediately.”
“I spoke to him and he gave me an address. When I got there and he saw me, he called his mum and afterwards he changed. He got upset and told me to say whatever I wanted to say and leave. He said he didn’t want to see me again and drove off.”
Ughelumba didn’t give up. He even traveled from Italy to Abidjan during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, hoping to catch a glimpse of his son or speak to him.
He added: “During Nigeria vs Angola, a journalist helped link me with the football federation. They gave me tickets and I watched the match. After that, I went to Abuja to try again, but I still didn’t see him.
“Since then, I have been dying in silence. I don’t have any problems with my children—it’s just their mum that made me feel bad. Even if I am a devil, I can’t be a devil where my children are.”
Calvin Bassey, now 26, has built an impressive career. He joined Ajax from Rangers in July 2022 for €23m (a club-record fee for Rangers at the time), then moved to Fulham in the Premier League for €22m a year later. He made his Nigeria debut in March 2022 during the World Cup playoff against Ghana and has since earned 43 caps, becoming a key player for the Super Eagles in recent AFCON tournaments.
Early in his career, Calvin was sometimes listed as Calvin Ughelumba on team sheets, using his father’s surname. But as he rose to prominence, he switched to his mother’s surname, Bassey, and has always spoken gratefully about her support.
In past interviews, Calvin has said: “He’s just not in my life — we lived with him, but that was when I was really young,” Bassey once said when asked about his father.
“Since I was six, it has been mum and us boys. I knew that if I got the chance to put my name on the back of a shirt, I wanted it to be my mum’s name—my way of saying thank you.”
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I Sponsored All Your Fake Lifestyles With Loans I Took Because of You – Anita Joseph’s Husband Calls Her Out on Social Media
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In a series of posts shared on his Instagram Stories, Michael accused the actress of making him take several loans in an attempt to keep up with the lifestyle he says she wanted to portray on social media.
He also disputed previous claims that Anita was responsible for feeding and financially supporting him during their time together.
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According to Michael, he was the one who allegedly had to borrow money to maintain the lifestyle associated with their relationship, despite what he said had previously been portrayed publicly.
Michael also addressed claims surrounding trips and vacations during their relationship, alleging that some of the stories about the trips Anita had taken him on were not accurate.
His posts appeared to challenge the public perception of their former marriage, as he shared his own account of the financial pressures he says he experienced while they were together.
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The Day He Punched My Lips Was the Day I Left – Rick Ross Ex-Girlfriend Accuses Him of Assaulting Her and Shares Photos
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Kendrick made the claims in a series of Instagram Stories, where she shared photos showing an injury to her lip while reflecting on the incident and her decision to leave the relationship.
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In one of her posts, Kendrick responded to a comment from someone who complimented her appearance and mentioned Rick Ross.
She replied: “He saw a punching bag.”
In another post, Kendrick wrote: “I don’t know a lot of things, but I do know that a man that puts his hands on me, is a man that never loved me and never will.”
She also used the opportunity to warn women who may be experiencing physical abuse in their relationships.
Kendrick wrote: “It’s always good until it isn’t. If a man hits you one time, he will do it again. Don’t give him the opportunity. Value your life and leave ❤️🙏🏾.”
Kendrick and Rick Ross have been romantically linked on and off since 2025, with the pair having reconciled and appeared together publicly again in 2026 not until this incident.
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You Dey Craze, You Dey Mad Abi God Wan Punish You Ni – Nkechi Blessing and Phyna Exchange Blows During Morayo Show
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The heated encounter began during a conversation on the show when host Morayo asked Phyna why she and Nkechi Blessing were involved in a fight.
Responding to the question, Phyna said: “they said it is not by how old you are”
Her comment immediately drew a reaction from Nkechi Blessing, who approached her and said: “Hey hey You dey craze”
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Phyna responded: “Wetin dey worry you”
Nkechi then fired back, saying: “YOU DEY MAD”
Tension escalated further when Nkechi was heard speaking in Yoruba, saying: “Oloriburuku ni eyin mejeji ni, God Punish you”
Moments later, Nkechi moved towards both Phyna and Morayo and began throwing punches, turning the heated exchange into a physical confrontation.
The incident comes shortly before the two are expected to face each other in the boxing ring on October 1.
Their upcoming bout follows a period of public disagreements between the two personalities on social media. Their feud reportedly intensified after Nkechi Blessing publicly called out Phyna over a movie role connected to one of her productions.
With the boxing match approaching, Nkechi has also made it clear that she is prepared for the challenge. She shared promotional material for the event and expressed confidence ahead of her scheduled showdown with Phyna.
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I Would Happily Experience Every Tear, Every Moment of Loneliness, and Every Season of Solitude All Over Again – Popular Model Nazanin Mandi Announces Engagement
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The model shared the exciting news on her Instagram page, where she expressed her love and appreciation for Michael, describing their relationship as one built on respect, peace and love.
The announcement comes after Nazanin’s previous marriage to singer Miguel. The former couple were married for three years after being together for 17 years before their separation.
Sharing the news of her engagement, Nazanin wrote:
“… and on the best day of my life, I said yes 🤍
My Michael,
I am HONORED to be your wife. Thank you for our shared values, for the safety we find in one another, and for your unconditional love and support. I love you, best friend.
The proposal was a complete fairytale, but our truest joy lies in the calm we bring out in one another daily. Our tranquil home, snacks and laughter in bed until 2 a.m., school drop-offs, and the greatest gifts of all ~ Queen Soraya and the expansion of our family & legacy, I can’t wait”
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Check Out Mugshot of Woman Who Looks Like Jennifer Lopez After She Was Arrested for Stealing $580 Worth of Power-Tool Batteries
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It was shared that Cyrena was arrested on August 30 after she stole two double packs of power tool batteries valued at around $580 from a store in Monticello, Minnesota.
After Cyrena was booked into the Wright County Jail for gross misdemeanor theft, her mugshot quickly went viral online.
Social media users who came across the booking photo began comparing her facial features and appearance to Jennifer Lopez, with many pointing out the striking resemblance between the two women.
The comparison has since made Cyrena’s mugshot a talking point online, with users referring to her as a Jennifer Lopez lookalike.
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I Have Always Had a Deep Respect for Our Traditions – Samantha Ruth Prabhu Shares Photos From Traditional Seemantham Ceremony as She Expecting Her First Child
The ceremony comes as the couple prepares to welcome their first child together.
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Sharing photos from the traditional celebration, Samantha explained the meaning behind the rituals and reflected on her respect for Indian traditions.
“I have always had a deep respect for our traditions. I may not understand the meaning behind every ritual, but I have always believed that there is something deeper at work… in the sound of a mantra, the energy created through chanting, and the careful way the ancient practices have been passed down through generations” She captioned
She added: “As the priest, a Srividya Upaasaka, began explaining each step, I slowly understood how thoughtful and meaningful the ceremony was. Every mantra had a purpose. Every offering had a meaning. Every step had its place. Kalaa Aavarana (Sri Kalpam) is a specialised ritual from the Srividya tradition. It honours the 94 kalas of Devi, her many divine qualities through the seven chakras of the mother-to-be. Sacred water and mantras are used to ritually cleanse and energise these centres, inviting the living presence of consciousness to flow through her.”
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Lady Gaga and her fiancé, Michael Polansky, have reportedly welcomed their first baby together.
The couple were recently spotted together in Northern California, with a series of photos shared by Page Six showing them walking around the area.
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The reported arrival of their first child comes as exciting news for the couple, although they have yet to publicly reveal details about the baby.
The baby’s gender, name and exact date of birth have not been disclosed at the time of publication.
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Jesus, Jesus Off the Camera — Moment Regina Daniels Shouts in Fear During Live Video After Returning to Her Husband’s Home Following Months Apart
The actress was seen with her children during a live video hosted by Amir Nwoko. The camera briefly captured Regina and her kids inside the house, which is known to be Ned Nwoko’s residence.
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Regina appeared to realise that she was being filmed during the livestream. She was then seen hitting Amir on the head before scrolling through her phone and reading some of the comments being made by viewers.
While going through the comments, she appeared to react to what people were saying about her online.
She later exclaimed, “Jesus, Jesus” and asked Amir to end the livestream.
“Amir, can you cut it. Jesus. Off it, off it,” she said before standing up and attempting to end the video herself.
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She Lavished Him With Gifts and Paid for Their Trips to Dubai – Katie Price’s Close Friend Opens Up as She Ends 8-Month Marriage to Lee Andrews
The development was announced on Tuesday, with reports claiming that Katie decided to divorce Lee after allegedly discovering that his financial situation was very different from what she had been led to believe.
Katie had reportedly been warned by people close to her not to marry Lee, but she chose to go ahead with the relationship because she was deeply in love with him.
Family members are said to believe that Katie may have already lost tens of thousands of pounds during the relationship. However, they claim she is reluctant to admit that she may have been deceived by the Dubai-based businessman, who reportedly once claimed he was planning to buy Chelsea Football Club.
Friends also alleged that Katie spent heavily on the relationship, including buying Lee expensive gifts and paying for numerous trips between the UK and Dubai, as well as luxury hotel stays.
According to those close to her, the total cost of the trips and other expenses may have exceeded £100,000. It was also claimed that Katie transferred money to Lee after some of his business ventures reportedly experienced financial difficulties.
Behind closed doors, family members reportedly believe Katie is devastated and embarrassed by the situation.
One family member said: “She doesn’t like to be alone
“So be prepared to see her out on the party circuit to put on a show to say to those wanting that she doesn’t care but deep down she will be hurting.”
Katie has previously been married three times. In 2019, she reportedly demanded that her former husbands, Peter Andre and Kieran Hayler, repay her for the £2 million she claimed to have spent on them during their relationships.
The final message Katie reportedly sent to Lee reflected her feelings about the breakdown of their relationship.
She wrote: “I have been played and you are not who you say you are. Why have you lied to me?”
Veteran actress Bunny Levine has died at the age of 97.
Levine died on August 20 at her home in the Tarzana neighborhood of Los Angeles. According to the Los Angeles Police Department, officers responded to a call concerning an unresponsive person.
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She was later confirmed to have died in her sleep.
Before pursuing acting professionally, Levine spent more than two decades working as a school librarian while raising her family.
Her love for performing began when she was young. She participated in local and school productions and initially studied Theater Arts in college before later changing her course of study.
After completing her education, Levine focused on raising her children with her husband, Bernard, while building a career as a librarian. She reportedly worked in the profession for about 25 years.
After retiring early, Levine decided to return to the passion she had held since her younger years. She began attending acting classes and going for auditions as she worked toward establishing herself in the entertainment industry.
Her professional acting career began in the late 1980s, eventually leading to appearances in several television and film productions over the following decades.
Despite starting her acting career later in life, Levine continued working in the entertainment industry for years and became known for her appearances across television and film.
Bunny Levine was born on December 22, 1928, in East Orange, New Jersey.
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