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Songstress Sofiya Nzau, who shot into the international spotlight with her hit single "Mwaki" featuring Zerb, is back with another release. This time, she has teamed up with Nigerian sensation Fireboy DML and South African star Nomcebo Zikode of the global hit Jerusalema to deliver a powerful new track titled  META. Intended as an anthem of African unity, META blends the diverse musical styles of Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa to create a fresh, unique sound that embodies the spirit of celebration and connection across the continent. Speaking ahead of the song's release, Sofiya expressed her excitement, saying, "Working with Fireboy and Nomcebo has been an incredible experience. META is an anthem of African unity, celebrating our diverse cultures. For me, it's another opportunity to showcase the richness of our sound and spirit, and another step in bringing Kenyan music to the global stage. The title META is inspired by the concept of "three", a number that symbolizes harmony, balance, and connection in various contexts. In this case, it reflects the convergence of three distinct African cultures, blending traditional musical elements from across the continent with contemporary production techniques. The track marks the emergence of a new genre called 3 Step, which combines rhythmic elements of Amapiano, Afrobeats, and indigenous African sounds to reshape the African musical landscape and leave a lasting global impact. "Just as Amapiano changed the global music scene, 3 Step is ready to make its mark," added Sofiya. Sofiya Nzau continues to soar in her music career, especially after making history with her hit song Mwaki. As of May 4, 2024, it became the most streamed Kenyan song on Spotify, surpassing 87.4 million streams. Reflecting on her journey, Sofiya revealed the struggles that paved the way for her success. "I used to be a house help and a street vendor. After the COVID-19 pandemic, I took a job as a house help before quitting in December 2020, then I started songwriting full-time," she shared. Her husband, who also serves as her producer, first saw the spark in Sofiya and encouraged her to embrace her roots by composing music in Kikuyu. "My husband said I would sound better if I sang in Kikuyu, and since he is my producer, I had to do it," Sofiya recalls.

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GOOD Morning Britain’s Martin Lewis has confirmed he’ll be hosting a new TV special for ITV later this month after announcing his break from the breakfast show.

Martin is returning to screens with an exciting TV special, plus another series of The Money Show. 

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Martin Lewis is retuning to ITV for a new TV special[/caption]

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It comes after he announced he would be taking an extended break from presenting GMB[/caption]

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A new series of The Money Show is also on the way[/caption]

Martin’s Money Show specials often focus on a particular theme, such as how to make your money go further at Christmas. 

His latest upcoming special will be dedicated to helping viewers learn to budget their money better. 

The one-off Budget Special is set to air on ITV on Thursday October 31. 

A new series of The Money Show with Martin Lewis will also begin airing two days earlier on Tuesday 29 October.

Martin has hosted The Money Show since 2012, along with several special instalments over the years, several of which have been live, including 2022’s Energy and Cost of Living Special and the Emergency Mortgage Special last year. 

The news of Martin’s TV return comes after his wife Lara Lewington’s BBC technology series Click was axed after 15 years. 

She is now joining her husband over at ITV, albeit on a different show as she takes on a new role as the technology expert on Lorraine. 

Meanwhile, Martin will be scaling down his work for ITV and focusing solely on The Money Show for the rest of the year, having announced that he is temporarily stepping down from presenting on GMB until 2025.

Last week he wrote on X: “Thanks for the hugely positive feedback about @GMB today (from most anyway) and ta to the show for having me.

“That’s my last presenting shift til next year, as I choose not to do it while.

“@itvMLshow is on (it’s back later this month) so I can focus my TV energies on that (tho I’m sure I’ll pop on for the odd cameo guest slot!)”

His break comes after his interview with MP Lisa Nandy got very heated. 

Martin pressed Ms Nandy on the government’s failure to reach those most in need, describing the policy as a “huge flaw.”

But his followers thanked him for holding the government to account and said his passionate final episode was a good way to bow out.

Commenting on his X post, one follower said: “Good way to end it on a high note.”

While another wrote: “Thank you. No-one else could do what you do, with such warmth, humour & straight-talking.”

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Martin is taking a break from GMB until 2025[/caption]

The Money Show returns on October 29 and Martin Lewis’ Budget Special airs on October 31 on ITV.

THE IBRAGIMOV brothers look destined to light up the Old Trafford pitch in the years to come – but oldest brother Ibragim wants to fight there.

Ibragimov is a 7-0 MMA star signed to the Professional Fighters League – but his brothers all play for Manchester United.

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Ibragim Ibragimov wants to fight at Old Trafford[/caption]

Amir, 16, Gazik, 15, and Muhammad, 12, are products of United’s youth team are touted for big futures.

Even Old Trafford icon Sir Alex Ferguson has given his endorsement to Amir, who has also scored for England at Under-16 level.

Big brother Ibragimov, 20, is backing Amir to break into the first team by next season – while he eyes a sensational fight at the Theatre of Dreams.

He said: “My brother’s been training with the first team as well. I reckon this year, maybe next year he’ll be in the first team.

“My two little brothers as well play for Man United so they’ll make it too. I believe in them. So we’re going to have a Manchester United team. 

“And then maybe in the future we’ll bring PFL over to Old Trafford and make it a big show.” 

Amir scored the winning goal for England’s U16 against Italy in April – with Sir Alex’s starlet set for big things.

Ibragimov said: “He’s doing well right now. He’s on a good stage now. He’s about to make it first team. 

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Amir Ibragimov with Sir Alex Ferguson[/caption]

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Amir has scored for England U16s[/caption]

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“He had a picture with Ferguson, it was at the start and then he scored the winning goal for the England team.

“So it’s a big opportunity for all of us.” 

Neither Amir or Gazik are at threat of being starstruck by United’s superstar squad.

Gazik captained United’s U14s to trophies, played for England’s U15s and lined up alongside Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo’s sons.

And both Gazik and big brother Ibragimov remain in touch with Cristiano Jr – playing for Al-Nassr’s youth in Saudi Arabia.

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Gazik Ibragimov with Cristiano Ronaldo[/caption]

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Gazik also plays with Wayne Rooney’s son Kai, right[/caption]

Ibragimov said: “When Ronaldo came, my little brother played with Ronaldo’s son. My little brother Gazik played with Ronaldo’s son for the same team. 

“They are still good friends. So the only thing we did was send a t-shirt over to his house so he signed it and brought it back.” 

Ibragimov was also once a promising player, having had trials for Manchester rivals City before taking up a career in MMA.

He said: “I was actually playing football as well, I was at Sheffield, they gave me trials then when we moved to Manchester I was at City trials as well. 

“I couldn’t make it. It was a bit too late for me to make it and my brothers are there. But I’m here.” 

Ibragimov returns in Riyadh on Saturday against Nacho Campos with Francis Ngannou making his MMA return in the main-event against Renan Ferreira.

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Ibragim Ibragimov is 7-0 as an MMA fighter[/caption]