News as it breaks
Canadian rapper and music star Drake has reportedly won more than $1 million after successfully betting on Canada to defeat South Africa in their FIFA World Cup Round of 32 encounter. The high-profile wager paid off after Canada secured a narrow 1-0 victory over South Africa, sealing a place in…
Health experts have called for routine scoliosis screening in Nigerian schools, stressing that early detection is critical to preventing severe spinal deformities and improving treatment outcomes among children and adolescents. The experts made the appeal during a health awareness programme focused on spinal health, where they highlighted the growing need…
A 17-year-old Thai girl’s family has expressed profound grief after her body was discovered inside a suitcase in the coastal city of Pattaya, in a case that has shocked Thailand and drawn international attention. Authorities confirmed that an Australian man has been arrested and charged with murder following the discovery…
Tobi Amusan reaffirmed her status as one of the world’s leading hurdlers after claiming victory in the women’s 100m hurdles at the Paris Diamond League on Sunday. The Nigerian star delivered a dominant performance at Stade Charléty, crossing the finish line in an impressive 12.28 seconds to secure first…
Oru Media and Associates and Rein Karate Academy have begun discussions on a strategic partnership aimed at unlocking sponsorship opportunities, attracting investment and strengthening the commercial viability of martial arts in Nigeria. The maiden engagement focused on developing a sustainable sports business model through media visibility, branding and strategic partnerships,…
The organisers of the WINSEC Summit & Awards 2026 have announced a change in the date of the highly anticipated event, shifting it from June 30 to August 5, 2026. The decision was reached following a critical meeting of the WINSEC 2026 Central Planning Committee held in Abuja, where members…
Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage has revealed that her greatest concern following the leak of her intimate video was the possibility of her son seeing it in the future. Speaking about the controversy that rocked her career years ago, the award-winning singer said the incident left a lasting impact on…
Canadian rapper Drake has raised the stakes ahead of Canada’s 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash against South Africa by placing a massive $770,000 wager on his country to secure victory. The high-profile bet, made through Stake, came after a light-hearted exchange between Drake and renowned South African…
Mrs. Bose Ogulu, popularly known as Mama Burna, remains one of the most memorable figures in African entertainment after delivering a powerful acceptance speech on behalf of her son, Burna Boy, at the 2019 BET Awards. Mama Burna accepted the Best International Act award for Burna Boy during the…
French forward Ousmane Dembele delivered a stunning performance as France cruised to a 4-1 victory over Norway in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scoring a remarkable hat-trick that entered the tournament record books. Dembele’s three goals came in rapid succession, making it the second-earliest hat-trick in World Cup history and…
