In a shocking incident at a local grocery store, NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal was subjected to a racist remark by a 90-year-old woman. However, instead of retaliating, O’Neal responded with kindness and compassion, leaving a lasting impact on the community.

According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred when O’Neal was shopping at a corner store in his neighborhood. The elderly woman, identified as Mrs. Margaret, approached him and made a racist comment, telling him to “go back to Africa.”

However, O’Neal remained calm and composed, choosing to respond with empathy and understanding. He explained to Mrs. Margaret that her words were hurtful and that he was simply trying to shop like everyone else.

O’Neal’s response stunned the crowd, and soon, the store erupted in applause. Mrs. Margaret, visibly humbled, apologized to O’Neal and thanked him for teaching her a valuable lesson.

The incident has sparked widespread praise for O’Neal’s kindness and compassion. The store manager thanked him for his grace, and customers have been sharing their admiration for his response.

This heartwarming story serves as a powerful reminder of the impact of kindness and compassion in overcoming hate and prejudice. O’Neal’s actions have inspired a community, and his legacy continues to grow as a champion of humanity and understanding.

Nigerian Footballer Samuel Chukwueze
gifts a brand new Toyota Landcruiser 2024 model worth N250m to his manager, Mr Prince Victor Apugo.

Mr Victor Apugo popularly known as Ngwomgwo discovered Chukwueze, nurtured him and secured International contract for him.

He is still his manager till date.

Owerri-based Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) outfit, Heartland FC, has announced the signing of nine new players to strengthen their squad for the second round of the 2024-25 season.

The new recruits include Anthony Omaka, a former player of Sunshine Stars and Enyimba, who joins from ASVO FC of Benin Republic, and Daniel Ekpo, a skilled winger who has moved from Abia Warriors.

Ekwutosblog gathered that other signings include John Bassey (Bayelsa United), Kenneth Ache (Heartland Feeders), Stephen Ezeamaiwe (Bendel Insurance), Isaac Nassy (Doma United), Samuel Agu (Akwa United), Terdoo Shimagande (Nasarawa United), and Joel Okoro (Nasarawa United).

Technical Manager, Emmanuel Amuneke, expressed confidence that the new players would make an immediate impact and improve the team’s performance in the second round.

“We have brought in players who will help us achieve our goals,” Amuneke said. “We have worked hard to ensure an improved performance in the second stanza, and we have no doubt that the second round will favor us.”

Heartland FC will begin their second-round campaign with a home match against Lobi Stars in Owerri on Sunday, seeking to build on their goalless draw in the reverse fixture played in Lafia last December.