WALKING IN MEMORY OF BERYL: ANN’S JOURNEY WITH ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY
On September 14th, 2024, Ann Cornelius organised an Alzheimer’s Society Memory Walk in honour of her mother, Beryl, who battled Alzheimer’s Disease for 12 years before passing away in September 2023. The walk in Witney was a touching tribute to Beryl‘s life. A Lasting Legacy:Beryl‘s resilience throughout her Alzheimer’s journey inspired Ann to create a…
DEMOCRATS PROJECT ANTI-TRUMP CAMPAIGN MESSAGES ONTO HIS CHICAGO HOTEL
The Democratic National Committee projected anti-Trump campaign slogans onto Trump Tower in Chicago on Sunday, one day before the convention kicks off. The messages include “Trump-Vance ‘weird as hell,’” “Harriz Walz fighting for you” and “Project 2025 HQ,” a reference to the controversial conservative policy plans authored by a slew of allies of former President Donald Trump. Trump has disavowed Project…
TINUBU JETS OUT TO FRANCE ON MONDAY
President Bola Tinubu will travel to France on Monday, the presidency has said. The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday. He said Tinubu would return to the country after his stay in the European nation. “President Bola Tinubu will embark on a trip…
PETER OKOYE DENIES REPORTING PAUL TO EFCC, ACCUSES JUDE OF DIVERTING PSQUARE’S MILLIONS TO SECRET ACCOUNT
Peter ‘Mr P’ Okoye has dismissed a claim by Paul, his twin brother, that he was behind his arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Paul had recently alleged that Peter filed a petition against him. He said he was invited earlier this year by the EFCC to explain his financial dealings as far as 2006….
‘YOU HAVE TURNED PSQUARE INTO LAUGHING STOCK’ – PETER OKOYE BREAKS SILENCE ON FALLOUT WITH PAUL
Peter ‘Mr P’ Okoye, the Nigerian singer, has broken his silence on the recent split of Psquare, the music group he shared with his twin brother Paul ‘Rudeboy‘ Okoye. The Okoye brothers first parted ways in 2017 after a disagreement on the role of Jude Okoye, their older brother, as manager. In November 2021, they ended their…
VIDEO: WHY I TORE MY HUSBAND’S PASSPORT, WOMAN BREAKS SILENCE
A Nigerian woman identified as Favour Igiebor has revealed why she destroyed her husband’s passport at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos. Over the weekend, a video of Igiebor damaging her husband’s passport at the airport began circulating on social media. The couple and their children appeared to have arrived in Nigeria from Europe. In…
CELINE DION SLAMS TRUMP FOR PLAYING ‘TITANIC’ SONG AT RALLY
Celine Dion, the award-winning Canadian singer, has called out former President Donald Trump for using her song ‘My Heart Will Go On’ without her permission at a rally. The Oscar-winning song — which was featured in a 1997 film about the doomed ship Titanic — was played to supporters before Trump appeared on stage at…
COURT STOPS SALE OF NIGERIA AIR TO ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES
The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos on Monday has declared null and void the sale of Nigeria Air Ltd to Ethiopian Airlines. Justice Ambrose Lewis-Allagoa in his judgment stopping the sale, ordered that the proposed establishment of a national carrier-Nigeria Air, by the Federal Government, should not be carried out. The judge made the…
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ISSUES ALERT TO NIGERIANS TRAVELLING TO UNITED KINGDOM
The Federal Government has warned Nigerian citizens planning to travel to the United Kingdom, to be wary of violence risk occasioned by the recent killing of three young girls at a concert. A statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abuja on Monday, and signed by its Spokesperson, Amb. Eche Abu-Obe, said the violence has…
DOWNLOAD: JAYWON ENLISTS SEYI VIBEZ, SPYRO, OLADIPS IN “EVERGREEN” ALBUM
Jaywon, the Nigerian singer, has released his new album titled ‘Evergreen’. Announcing the album release on Friday, he wrote, “This album is a labor of love, born from a deep desire to push the boundaries of music and create a timeless masterpiece”. He added that his goal is to leave an indelible mark on the music world,…
VIDEO: I FEEL LIKE A GAY MAN TRAPPED IN STRAIGHT WOMAN’S BODY – ADELE
Adele, the Grammy-winning British singer, has opened up about her battles with her gender and sexuality. The ‘Set Fire To The Rain’ hitmaker singer shared her thoughts on her sexuality while addressing fans who attended her sold-out concert in Munich, Germany. While on stage after her performance, Adele who is known to be straight and…
TINUBU SEEKS END TO VIOLENCE, PROMISES REFORMS
In a time of heightened tension and unrest across several states in Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu addressed the nation on Sunday with a message of concern, responsibility, and a call for unity. The recent wave of protests, marked by violence and destruction, has prompted the President to speak directly to the citizens, acknowledging their grievances…
VIDEO: MAN STABS EX-WIFE TO DEATH, TAKES OWN LIFE IN IGEDE-EKITI
A gruesome incident has shaken the community of Igede-Ekiti, leaving residents in shock and disbelief. A man, who had been separated from his ex-wife, stabbed her to death before taking his own life in a tragic turn of events. According to eyewitnesses, the ex-wife, a mother of two, had traveled out of Igede-Ekiti after leaving…
AYRA STARR LAUNCHES LIMITED EDITION DOLLS
Ayra Starr, the Afrobeats singer, has announced the release of her limited-edition dolls. In a recent social media post, the 22-year-old songstress said the ‘Ayra Starr Dolls’ will be available in Nigeria, the United States, the United Kingdom, and France. Starr added that she would share more information about how her fans can win the dolls….
REMA ANNOUNCES HOMECOMING CONCERT IN BENIN
Rema, the Nigerian singer, has announced a homecoming concert in Benin, Edo state. The singer, via a social media post on Friday, revealed he will perform in his hometown. The concert is set to take place on August 30 at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin. Last year, Godwin Obaseki, the governor of Edo, announced plans to host…
SPAIN DEFEATS ENGLAND 2-1 TO WIN EURO 2024 FINAL
Spain defeated England 2-1 on Sunday in Berlin to claim the European Championship. The result was its fourth tournament victory, breaking a tie with Germany for the most in history. The difference-making goal came in the 86th minute as Mikel Oyarzabal tapped home a cross into the box from Marc Cucurella. England had a chance…
CHIMA UDOYE WINS 2024 NIGERIAN IDOL
The contestant Chima Udoye has been crowned the winner of the 2024 Nigerian Idol. Udoye was crowned the champion at the finale of the reality music show’s ninth edition on Sunday night. He defeated his close rivals Chioma and Lammy in the final. Udoye is to receive a grand prize of N30 million, a brand-new…
LEADERS NOT SEEING NIGERIA’S CREATIVE INDUSTRY BEYOND FILM, MUSIC – KAFFY
Kafayat Shafau, the Nigerian dancer better known as Kaffy, has urged the government at all levels to further explore the creative industry for wealth creation. In an interview with NAN, the dancer said other creative industry sectors like dance and fashion should be upscaled for economic benefit. Kaffy, who set a world record for the longest dance party…
DOWNLOAD: SOUND SULTAN’S POSTHUMOUS SONG ‘STREET OT’ FT. ICE PRINCE AND DJ SHABZYACE
The third posthumous single of Sound Sultan, the late Nigerian singer, titled ‘Street OT’, has been released. The song which was put out on the third anniversary of the singer’s death features Ice Prince and DJ ShabzyAce. NowMuzik, the talent management company, announced the song’s release via an Instagram post on Thursday. Produced by ID Cabasa, the music…
ACTRESS SHELLEY DUVALL DIES IN HER SLEEP AFTER BATTLE WITH DIABETES
Shelley Duvall, the Hollywood actress famous for her roles in ‘The Shining’, ‘Annie Hall’, and ‘Nashville’, has passed on. Dan Gilroy, the filmmaker and a longtime friend of Duvall, confirmed her demise to The Hollywood Reporter. The actress died on Thursday at the age of 75. “My dear, sweet, wonderful life partner and friend left us….
DAVID HINDS ACCUSES BURNA BOY OF DISRESPECTING REGGAE BAND AT GERMAN FESTIVAL
David ‘Electric’ Hinds, the lead singer and guitarist of Steel Pulse, has called out Burna Boy for allegedly disrespecting the Grammy award-winning Reggae band, at a German festival. The 2024 Summer Jam Festival was held in Germany from July 5 to 7. The event headliners were Burna Boy and Jamaican artistes such as Skillibeng, Konshens, Busy Signal,…
BURNA BOY TO MARK ‘AFRICAN GIANT’ 5TH ANNIVERSARY WITH LONDON CONCERT
Burna Boy, the award-winning Nigerian singer, will celebrate the fifth anniversary of ‘African Giant‘, his fourth studio album, next week. On July 15, the ‘City Boys’ hitmaker will be hosting a concert in London, the United Kingdom, to commemorate the fifth anniversary of his album. The show is sponsored by YouTube Music Nights. Released in July 2019,…
APC GOVERNORS BLAME HARDSHIP ON GLOBAL CHALLENGES
The Chairman of Progressive Governors’ Forum and Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, has exonerated President Bola Tinubu from the current economic hardship ravaging the country. The governor insisted it would be unfair for anybody to blame the President, describing the biting hardship as a global phenomenon not limited to Nigeria. Uzodimma made the statement when…
VIDEO: GHANAIAN CHEF ARRESTED FOR FORGING GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS AWARD BREAKS SILENCE
Ebenezer Smith, the Ghanaian chef who claimed to have broken the Guinness World Records(GWR) for the longest cooking marathon by an individual, was arrested on Tuesday. The cook, fondly called Millennium Chef Smith, was detained at the La police station in Accra for faking the GWR award. Smith had publicly announced himself as the new world record…
VIDEO: I DATED MY CHOIR MASTER WHEN I WAS 10 – FAVE
Chidozie Ugochinyere, the Nigerian songstress better known as Fave, has revealed that she started dating at the age of 10. Fave spoke about her first romantic relationship during a chat with her colleague Bloody Samaritan and the film stars Susan Pwajok and Genoveva Umeh. The 24-year-old singer revealed that while in the children’s choir, she started a relationship…
DAMMY KRANE REACTS AS KWAM 1 ASKS HIM, DAVIDO TO END RIFT
Dammy Krane has reacted to calls from Wasiu Ayinde, the Fuji singer fondly called Kwam 1, to end his online rift with Davido. The feud between Krane and Davido started last year after the former called out the latter over alleged debt. Krane said the ‘Timeless’ hitmaker refused to pay him for his songwriting contribution to a song. He also accused Davido…
VIDEO: NAFDAC CRACKS DOWN ON COUNTERFEIT WATER OPERATION IN PORT COURT
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has made a significant breakthrough in its fight against counterfeit products in Nigeria. Recently, the agency uncovered a clandestine operation in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, where fake bottles of water were being produced and packaged for distribution. The raid, carried out by NAFDAC officials,…
ACTOR CHINEDU IKEDIEZE, WIFE WELCOME BABY BOY
Chinedu Ikedieze, the Nollywood actor better known as Aki, and his wife Nneoma Nwaijah have welcomed the arrival of a baby boy. The movie star took to his Instagram account on Saturday evening to announce the arrival of his bundle of joy. Aki shared a photo from his wife’s maternity shoot and another image of his newborn child’s feet….
JUDE BELLINGHAM FINED €30,000 AND GIVEN SUSPENDED ONE-GAME BAN FOR GESTURE
Jude Bellingham is clear to face Switzerland on Saturday after being fined €30,000 (£25,400) and given a suspended one-match ban by Uefa for his lewd gesture after scoring England’s dramatic equaliser against Slovakia. Bellingham was shown on TV to have kissed his right hand before making a crotch-grabbing action. He said it had been “an inside‑joke…
WBC EXPELS RYAN GARCIA AFTER BOXER’S RACIST AND ISLAMOPHOBIC SLURS ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Ryan Garcia was expelled by the World Boxing Council on Thursday after he repeatedly used racial slurs against Black people and disparaged Muslims in comments livestreamed on social media. “Exercising my authority … I am hereby expelling Ryan Garcia from any activity with our organization,” the WBC president, Mauricio Sulaiman, wrote on X. “We reject any form…
EMI MARTINEZ STARS AS ARGENTINA BEAT ECUADOR ON PENALTIES AT COPA AMERICA
The holders Argentina advanced to the Copa America semi-finals, beating Ecuador 4-2 on penalty kicks following a 1-1 draw in Texas. Lionel Messi missed Argentina’s first penalty but was reprieved by goalkeeper Emi Martínez, who saved Ecuador’s first two efforts. Lisandro Martínez had given Argentina the lead 10 minutes before half-time, but Kevin Rodríguez equalised with a…
BRITAIN WAKES UP TO NEW GOVERNMENT AS LABOUR PARTY WINS ELECTION IN A LANDSLIDE
Britain woke Friday to the scene of a political earthquake. The opposition Labour Party, after 14 years in the political wilderness, has handed a brutal defeat to the ruling Conservatives. Party leader Keir Starmer is now certain to become prime minister in the coming hours, replacing his Conservative Party counterpart, Rishi Sunak, who has presided over one of the worst electoral…
HEZBOLLAH LAUNCHES BARRAGE OF ROCKETS AT ISRAEL AFTER SENIOR COMMANDER KILLED
Lebanese militant group Hezbollah fired a barrage of rockets towards Israel Thursday in retaliation for the killing of a senior commander amid growing fears of a new escalation in fighting on Lebanon’s southern border with Israel. In one of the largest attacks in recent months, the Iran-backed militia said in a statement that it had fired over 200 rockets…
PAUL BIYA’S DAUGHTER REVEALS LESBIAN STATUS DESPITE ANTI-LGBTQ LAW
Brenda, daughter of Paul Biya, the president of Cameroon, has shared a photo of herself kissing another woman. In a recent social media post, the president’s daughter revealed that she is in a relationship with Brazilian model Layyons Valença. In the accompanying caption, Brenda openly expressed her love for the model and declared her lesbian status….
LUCY LETBY FOUND GUILTY OF TRYING TO KILL TWO-HOUR-OLD BABY
Lucy Letby has been found guilty of trying to kill a two-hour-old baby girl on the hospital ward where she murdered seven other infants. The former neonatal nurse, who is serving 14 whole-life prison terms, was convicted on Tuesday of attempting to murder the “extremely premature” infant after a retrial at Manchester crown court. The…
KAREN READ INVESTIGATOR WHO SENT VULGAR TEXTS ABOUT HER CASE RELIEVED OF DUTY AFTER MISTRIAL
The Massachusetts state trooper accused of manipulating evidence in the case of Boston officer John O’Keefe’s death and sending vulgar texts about Karen Read, O’Keefe’s girlfriend and the prime suspect in his death, was relieved of duty Monday after a judge declared a mistrial in the case. Colonel John E. Mawn, Jr. said in a statement late Monday that Massachusetts…
REPS MEMBER ACCUSES DEPUTY SPEAKER OF DISCRIMINATION, STAGE WALKOUT
A member of the House of Representatives, representing Degema/Bonny Federal Constituency, Rivers State, Cyril Hart, on Tuesday during plenary, walked out of the green chamber after accusing the Deputy Speaker of discriminating against new members during parliamentary debates. Hart, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party, made the allegation a few minutes after the lawmaker…
RICK ROSS ATTACKED AFTER PLAYING DRAKE DISS TRACK AT CANADIAN CONCERT
Rick Ross, the US rapper, was attacked after performing at the Ignite Music Festival in Vancouver, Canada. TMZ reports that Ross was accosted by some men after he played Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’, a diss track directed at his Canadian colleague Drake, to wrap up his performance. The men, who were said to have been…
THREE STUDENTS AT UNILAG’S MEDICAL COLLEGE ACCUSED OF SEXUAL ASSAULT
Students at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos (UNILAG) are embroiled in a string of sexual assault cases. Anonymous accounts from purported students detailed a few cases on the micro-blogging site X and alleged inaction by the university. The purported victims used the hashtag “#EndSACultureInCMUL” on Monday and Tuesday, generating media discourse on the matter. An activist…
SUPREME COURT PROVIDES WIN TO TRUMP, RULING HE HAS IMMUNITY FOR SOME ACTS IN ELECTION INTERFERENCE INDICTMENT
The Supreme Court on Monday raised the bar for prosecuting Donald Trump, ruling that he has immunity for some of his conduct as president in his federal election interference case, but maybe not for other actions, adding another obstacle for special counsel Jack Smith taking the case to trial. In a novel and potentially consequential case on the limits…
DJ CUPPY ENDORSES UNITED KINGDOM’S LABOUR PARTY AHEAD OF JULY 4 ELECTION
DJ Cuppy has declared her support for Keir Starmer, the British politician, ahead of the UK elections on July 4. In May, Rishi Sunak, the UK prime minister, announced that he would dissolve the parliament and call a general election. Starmer is the UK Labour Party’s candidate for prime minister in the elections. In a social media post on Monday, Cuppy…
RITA DOMINIC REBUKES CRITIC FOR BERATING HER ROLE IN ‘LEKKI WIVES’ SEQUEL
Rita Dominic, the Nigerian actress, has rebuked a critic of her role in the show ‘Lekki Wives: The Reunion’. On June 17, Blessing Egbe, the show’s producer, announced the release date and inclusion of Dominic. Since then, the actress has come under fire for accepting to feature in the show. A critic said Dominic should “have outgrown…
QUINCY WILSON BECOMES YOUNGEST MALE U.S. TRACK OLYMPIAN
Quincy Wilson is set to become the youngest male American track Olympian after being selected for the U.S. 4×400 meter relay team. Announcing the news on Instagram, the 16-year-old wrote: “WE GOING TO THE OLYMPICS #paris2024 #teamusa.” While the team will not be formally announced until later this month, Wilson’s coach Joe Lee told USA TODAY that that the teenage…
CHINESE SPACE ROCKET CRASHES IN FIERY EXPLOSION AFTER LAUNCHING ACCIDENTALLY
Beijing Tianbing Technology said Sunday that the first stage of its Tianlong-3 rocket under development had detached from its launch pad during a test due to structural failure and landed in a hilly area of the city of Gongyi in central China. There were no reports of casualties after an initial investigation, Beijing Tianbing, also known…
SUSPECTED FEMALE SUICIDE BOMBERS KILL AT LEAST 18 IN NIGERIA, AUTHORITIES SAY
Female suicide bombers targeted a wedding, a funeral and a hospital in coordinated attacks in northern Nigeria that killed at least 18 people, local authorities said on Sunday. The first suicide bomber detonated an explosive device during a marriage celebration in the northeastern town of Gwoza at about 3 p.m., Barkindo Saidu, director-general of Borno…
VIDEO: SABINUS, PHYNO PERFORM AS BURNA BOY SELLS OUT 80,000 CAPACITY LONDON STADIUM
Burna Boy, the Afrofusion singer, has yet again sold out the 80,000-capacity stadium in London. On Saturday, the Grammy-winning singer thrilled his audience with an amazing performance at West Ham United’s London Stadium. Burna Boy performed some of his hits including ‘City Boys’, ‘On Form’, and ‘Last Last’ while energetic concertgoers sang along. The concert…
VIDEO: AYRA STARR, TEMS PERFORM AT 2024 GLASTONBURY FESTIVAL
Ayra Starr and Tems have delivered live performances of their hit songs at the 2024 Glastonbury Festival on Saturday. The annual concert was held in Glastonbury, United Kingdom from June 26 to 30. Ayra Starr thrilled the audience with an electrifying June 29 performance of ‘Sability’, her 2023 hit single. Tems, on the other hand, performed ‘Love Me Jeje’, a…
UNVEILING THE MYSTERY OF THE REMOTE-CONTROLLED CAR AT ITAJI EKITI: AN UNTAPPED TRADITIONAL POWER?
In the small town of Itaji Ekiti, a remarkable phenomenon has been observed, leaving many in awe. A man has been seen remote-controlling a car, but what’s astonishing is that he uses no visible technology or devices. Is this an untapped traditional power or a scientific marvel? The Phenomenon:Eyewitnesses describe the man effortlessly controlling the…
WATCH AND LISTEN: TIMMY ADEOTI’S TALKING DRUM COVER OF SKALES’ “JOGO” IS A GAME-CHANGER
Timmy Adeoti, a talented musician, has taken the music scene by storm with his unique cover of Skales‘ hit song “JOGO“. The twist? He performed it with a talking drum! Timmy’s rendition of “JOGO” is a masterful blend of traditional Nigerian rhythms and modern music. The talking drum adds a fresh layer of depth and…
DOWNLOAD: OLAMIDE ENLISTS YBNL STARS FOR ‘IKIGAI’ EP
Olamide, the Nigerian rapper, has come through with a new extended play (EP) titled ‘Ikigai’. The YBNL label boss took to his X to announce the seven-track project. Ikigai is a Japanese language expression meaning “reason to live’”. In the extended play, Olamide enlists the music talents of the YBNL artistes Asake and Fireboy DML. Also featured…
ACTOR EJIKE ASIEGBU APOLOGISES OVER VIDEO SHAMING UZODINMA FOR POWER OUTRAGE AT IMO AIRPORT
Ejike Asiegbu, an ace actor, has apologised for a video calling out the administration of Hope Uzodinma, Imo governor. Recently, Uche Nnanna-Maduka, an actress, made a video criticising the governor for a power outage at the Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport in Imo. In the two-minute footage, Nnanna-Maduka made hard-hitting remarks about Uzodinma’s administration and openly shamed…
41-YEAR-OLD AISHA MAIKUDI BECOMES FIRST FEMALE ACTING VICE-CHANCELLOR OF UNIABUJA
Aisha Sani Maikudi, a professor of international law, has been appointed as the acting vice-chancellor (VC) of the University of Abuja (UniAbuja). Habib Yakoob, UniAbuja’s acting director of public relations, confirmed the appointment in an official statement on Thursday. The appointment followed Maikudi’s nomination at a valedictory senate meeting held on the university’s main campus….
ULTRA-PROCESSED FOODS NEED TOBACCO-STYLE WARNING, SAYS SCIENTIST
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are displacing healthy diets “all over the world” despite growing evidence of the risks they pose and should be sold with tobacco-style warnings, according to the nutritional scientist who first coined the term. Prof Carlos Monteiro of the University of São Paulo will highlight the increasing danger UPFs present to children and…
ONE IN FOUR HEALTHY PEOPLE OVER IN UNITED KINGDOM ‘HAVE UNDIAGNOSED HEART VALVE DISEASE’
One in four healthy people aged 60 and over in the UK have undiagnosed heart valve disease, research suggests. The conditions develops when one or more of the heart valves do not work properly. The main problems are caused by the valves either not opening fully or not closing correctly. Heart valve disease could put…
UNUSED PPE WORTH £1.4BN ‘STORED INAPPROPRIATELY’
The UK’s biggest supplier of unused Covid personal protective equipment (PPE) said its products might have spoiled because they were left in shipping containers for several months after being delivered. A BBC investigation has revealed that about £1.4bn-worth of aprons, masks and goggles, which were fully compliant and delivered in good order, have been incinerated, recycled…
SUPREME COURT ACKNOWLEDGES ACCIDENTALLY POSTING IDAHO ABORTION CASE DOCUMENT THAT MAY PREVIEW NARROW BIDEN ADMIN WIN
The Supreme Court acknowledged Wednesday that it inadvertently posted online a document related to a pending abortion case, which Bloomberg Law obtained before it was removed from the website. Supreme Court spokeswoman Patricia McCabe confirmed that a document was “inadvertently and briefly uploaded” to the court website but added that the ruling “has not been released.” Bloomberg…
DNA FROM 1990 RAPE KIT LINKS SUSPECT TO DOUBLE MURDER IN GEORGIA, LEADS TO ARREST DECADES LATER
DNA from a decades-old rape kit linked a Georgia man to the fatal stabbings of a woman and her brother in their suburban Atlanta apartment in 1990, officials said Wednesday. Kenneth Perry, 55, was charged with multiple counts of malice murder, aggravated assault and other crimes in the deaths of Pamela Sumpter, 43, and John…
YEN WEAKENS PAST 160 AGAINST THE DOLLAR, REIGNITING INTERVENTION SPECULATION
The Japanese yen hit a near-38 year low against the U.S. dollar late Wednesday, raising expectations that authorities could intervene in currency markets again. The yen weakened to 160.82 against the greenback according to FactSet data, breaching the previous record of 160.03 on April 29 and reaching its weakest level since 1986. The last time the yen crossed the…
CHINA’S 7-FOOT-3 TEEN BASKETBALL STAR TOWERS OVER HER COMPETITORS IN VIRAL VIDEO
In China, she’s being called the “female Yao Ming.” In a video that quickly went viral this week, Zhang Ziyu, a 7-foot-3 basketball player from Shandong province, can be seen towering over her competitors on the court during the FIBA Under-18 Women’s Asia Cup in Shenzhen, China, where she made her international tournament debut. Zhang, a…
THREE FEMALE GOP STATE SENATORS WHO FILIBUSTERED S.C. ABORTION BAN LOST THEIR PRIMARIES
Three Republican state senators in South Carolina who filibustered an abortion ban in the state have lost in their primary elections this month. The three Republicans, Katrina Shealy, Sandy Senn, and Penry Gustafson, lost to three male candidates and were among a bipartisan group of five women state senators who filibustered a near-total abortion ban….
UN WARNS OF NEW POTENT SYNTHETIC OPIOIDS
The UN drugs agency on Wednesday sounded the alarm on a group of potent synthetic opioids, as it warned that the drop in Afghanistan’s opium production may boost synthetic drug use. “Nitazenes –- a group of synthetic opioids which can be even more potent than fentanyl -– have recently emerged in several high-income countries, resulting…
EL-RUFAI SUES KADUNA ASSEMBLY OVER ₦432BN PROBE REPORT
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has sued the Kaduna State House of Assembly over the latter’s claim that his eight-year administration allegedly siphoned ₦432bn leaving the state with huge debt liabilities. El-Rufai filed a fundamenatal rights suit at Federal High Court in Kaduna against state House of Assembly on Wednesday. The suit, filed by…
ARSENAL GREAT HENRY IN FRAME TO BE NEXT WALES BOSS
Legendary former Arsenal and France striker Thierry Henry is one of the names being considered to succeed Rob Page as Wales manager. Henry, who has managed Monaco and Montreal Impact, is in charge of France’s Under-21 side and is preparing to lead his country’s Olympic team in the Games in Paris next month. The 46-year-old…
ARKANSAS SUPREME COURT REINSTATES RULE ELIMINATING ‘X’ OPTION FOR SEX ON STATE IDS
The Arkansas Supreme Court on Monday reinstated an agency rule prohibiting residents from using “X” instead of male or female on state-issued driver’s licenses or identification cards. In a one-page order, justices stayed a lower-court ruling that had blocked the new rule that also made it more difficult for transgender people to change the sex listed on…
U.S. SURGEON GENERAL DECLARES FIREARM VIOLENCE A PUBLIC HEALTH CRISIS IN LANDMARK ANNOUNCEMENT
In a landmark announcement, the U.S. surgeon general declared firearm violence a public health crisis in the nation Tuesday. Dr. Vivek Murthy warned in the advisory that gun violence poses a “serious threat to the health and well-being of our country,” that has not just a serious physical toll, but mental as well. It marks…
SUSPECT IN KILLING OF HIS MOTHER AND TWO OTHER WOMEN IN FLORIDA SHOT AND KILLED BY POLICE
A suspect in a triple homicide case in Florida was shot and killed after engaging in shootout with officers as he was traveling to Georgia, where police believe he intended to kill someone else. Javontee Brice, 28, was identified by witnesses in the shooting of two women Monday night, according to the Bradenton Police Department….
BOKO HARAM TERRORISTS ABDUCT HIGH COURT JUSTICE MSHELIA, WIFE, 2 OTHERS IN BORNO
A High Court Judge, Justice Haruna Mshelia, his wife, driver and orderly were abducted by the Boko Haram terroriste along Biu to Maiduguri road on Monday, June 24, 2024. Justice Mshelia was traveling in his vehicle, accompanied by his driver, a security escort and his wife. As they approached a curve in the road between…
ALABAMA TOWN’S FIRST BLACK MAYOR, WHO HAD BEEN LOCKED OUT OF OFFICE, TO RETURN UNDER PROPOSED SETTLEMENT
The first Black mayor of a small Alabama town, who said white officials locked him out of town hall, will return to the role under the terms of a proposed settlement agreement. Patrick Braxton will be recognized as the lawful mayor of the town of Newbern, under the terms of a proposed agreement to settle…
POLICE ARREST FOUR SUSPECTS OVER MURDER OF RETIRED GENERAL IN ABUJA
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command says it has nabbed four suspects in connection with the murder of retired Brigadier General Uwem Harold Udokwere. The FCT Commissioner of Police, Beneth Igweh, disclosed this while parading the suspects as well as others who committed heinous crimes at the FCT Police Command headquarters in Abuja on Monday….
CHELSEA REACH AGREEMENT FOR ENZO MARESCA TO BECOME CLUB’S NEW MANAGER
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BREAKING NEWS: JIMI AGBAJE LOSES FIRST SON TO CARDIAC ARREST
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NWOKO WANTS SENATE TO PROBE SACKING OF 317 CBN WORKERS
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‘I WAS TOLD BLOOD CANCER WAS GROWING PAINS’ – ALESSIA
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DEAF MAN AWARDED £50,000 DAMAGES AFTER MISTREATMENT BY JOBCENTRE OFFICIALS
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SEE THE TEASER FOR BIGVAI JOKOTOYE’S UPCOMING MOVIE ‘ARUN (FIVE)’
Nollywood actor, Bigvai Jokotoye, teases fans with a preview of his upcoming movie, ‘ARUN (FIVE)’ creating buzz and excitement within the industry and among his followers. This sneak peek gives a glimpse into the actor’s next project, sparking anticipation and curiosity among audiences eager to see more. The actor’s promotional tactics, combined with the intrigue…
Canadian Man Gets Two Consecutive Life Sentences After Posing as Amazon Driver in California Home Invasion
A 26-year-old Canadian man has been sentenced to two consecutive life terms in prison after disguising himself as an Amazon delivery driver to carry out a violent home invasion in California that left two people seriously injured. Prosecutors said Devin Wolfgang Vanderhoef traveled from Canada to Monterey County after developing an online relationship with a…
Chelsea Reveal Why Former Head Coach Left Mid-Season as Club Backs Xabi Alonso for New Era
Chelsea have revealed the circumstances behind the departure of their former head coach, admitting the 2025/26 campaign was “hugely disappointing” for both the club and its supporters. In a statement, the Blues said the turmoil caused by a mid-season managerial change played a significant role in their struggles, prompting the club to explain why the…
Iraq Launches Sweeping Anti-Corruption Crackdown, Sending Political Establishment Into Turmoil
When Ali al-Zaidi became Iraq’s prime minister in May, many expected him to be little more than another caretaker leader, constrained by the country’s entrenched political system and Iran’s long-standing influence. Instead, Iraq awoke today to one of the most dramatic anti-corruption operations in its modern history. In a sweeping crackdown, Iraqi authorities targeted senior…
BREAKING: Venezuela Restores Access to 𝕏 After Nearly Two Years
Millions of people in Venezuela can once again access 𝕏 without using a VPN after the country’s major internet providers began lifting restrictions on the platform. The social media app had been blocked since 2024 under President Nicolás Maduro’s government. Now, major ISPs—including the state-owned CANTV—are progressively restoring access following the recent earthquakes, allowing users to share…
Jaron Boots Ennis survives scare, stops Xander Zayas in seventh to become unified 154-pound champion
Jaron “Boots” Ennis passed the biggest test of his career in spectacular fashion, stopping Xander Zayas in the seventh round on Saturday night to unify the WBA and WBO super-welterweight titles at Barclays Center. It wasn’t an easy night for the previously unbeaten Philadelphia star. After dropping Zayas early, Ennis had to overcome serious adversity…
Peter Obi Donates ₦15 Million to Holy Rosary School of Nursing, Reaffirms Commitment to Healthcare and Education
Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has donated ₦15 million to the School of Nursing Sciences, Holy Rosary Hospital, Emekuku, Owerri, Imo State, as part of his continued support for education and healthcare institutions across Nigeria. During his visit to the institution yesterday, Obi met with the management, staff, and students, where he…
BREAKING NEWS: President Tinubu Signs NIMC Act 2026 Into Law, Unveils New Digital Identity Framework
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Act 2026 into law, marking a major milestone in Nigeria’s drive toward a modern, secure, and digitally enabled identity system. Announcing the development, President Tinubu said the new legislation replaces a legal framework that had governed Nigeria’s identity management system for nearly two…
Dickson Condemns Lokoja Court Order Against NDC, Vows Legal Battle and Declares Party Will Not Be Deterred
The leader of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Henry Seriake Dickson, has strongly condemned the Federal High Court order issued in Lokoja, describing it as legally flawed, anti-democratic, and a calculated attempt to undermine the party’s growing momentum. Reacting to the ruling by Justice Isah Dashen on Friday morning, Dickson said he was shocked, just…
NECO Releases 2026 BECE Results, Schedules Re-sit Examination for July
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has officially released the results of the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), with a total of 186,291 candidates participating in the nationwide examination. The announcement was made in a statement issued in Minna by NECO’s Acting Director of Information and Public Relations, Mr. Azeez Sani. He disclosed that the…
NDC to Appeal Court Ruling, Says Party Remains Registered and Ready for 2027 Elections
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced plans to challenge a ruling of the Federal High Court in Lokoja, insisting that the party remains legally registered and fully committed to participating in the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued on Friday, the party said its attention had been drawn to a ruling delivered by…
