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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has officially defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), marking a significant development in Nigeria’s…
Gen. Christopher Musa (retd.) has been officially confirmed as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence after a five-hour Senate screening on…
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) closed the week deep in the red as the All-Share Index (ASI) fell for the fifth…
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Nigerian singer Kcee has finally spoken publicly about long-standing rumours of a rift between him…
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Nigerian singer Sola Allyson has opened up about the difficulties she has faced in her…
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Nigerian Singer Chike has opened up about a deeply personal experience that reshaped how he…
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Nigerian music star Omah Lay has revealed that he recently declined an offer to collaborate…
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Real Madrid suffered a costly 2–0 defeat at home to Celta Vigo on Sunday in…
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The 25th anniversary celebrations of the ECOWAS Parliament concluded on a lively note with a…
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Ferran Torres delivered a sensational first-half hat-trick as Barcelona powered past Real Betis in a…
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Chelsea were forced to settle for a frustrating 0–0 draw against Bournemouth in the Premier…
During his performance at AfroNation, singer Davido paused the show to honour Wizkid’s late mother, calling for a minute of silence that briefly turned the lively crowd into complete stillness. Davido spoke candidly about grief, companionship, and shared struggles. “I’ve personally lost people close to me, so I understand what…
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has expressed concern over the enormous financial burden of combating insecurity in the state, revealing that his administration has spent about N100 billion this year on security alone. Zulum made the disclosure on Thursday, December 4, during a visit to the Emir of Uba, Ali…
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has honoured Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong with a heartfelt tribute, praising him as a “committed and humble leader” after he announced his retirement from international football. Troost-Ekong revealed his decision on Thursday via his official X (Twitter) account, thanking Nigerian fans, teammates, and coaches…
Magistrate Mohammed Suleiman Kumo has been arraigned before the Gombe State High Court over allegations that he received N1.4 million in bribes. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) brought him before Justice H.H. Kereng on Wednesday on a three-count charge bordering on extortion and bribery. When the matter came…
Netflix has announced an unprecedented plan to acquire Warner Bros. in an $82.7 billion mega-deal, positioning it to combine the world’s largest streaming service with one of Hollywood’s most legendary film studios, home to classics like Casablanca and blockbuster franchises such as Harry Potter. According to Netflix, the acquisition is…
The House of Representatives has expressed its commitment to partner with the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) and other key stakeholders to rebuild public trust and ensure that the needs and aspirations of citizens are reflected in governance. Speaker of the House, Tajudeen Abbas, represented by the House spokesperson, Mr.…
President Bola Tinubu has officially sworn in retired General Christopher Musa as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence. Musa arrived at the forecourt of the State House, Abuja, at approximately 3:47 p.m. and was immediately ushered into the President’s office, where he took the oath of office on Thursday. His appointment…
BBNaija star Queen Mercy has addressed rumors surrounding her dating history with estranged husband David Oyekanmi, clarifying her current relationship status. In a recent interaction on social media, the reality TV star asked fans to address her as Queen Mercygoing forward. Responding to a fan’s query about her marital status,…
Leeds United dealt a major blow to Chelsea’s Premier League title ambitions with a commanding 3-1 victory at Elland Road, easing pressure on manager Daniel Farke and leaving the Blues nine points behind leaders Arsenal. Farke’s decision to stick with the 3-5-2 formation, which had sparked a second-half fightback in…
Newly appointed Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has issued a strong directive to troops to immediately engage armed bandits on sight, emphasizing that they do not need to wait for further orders during life-threatening situations. Speaking during his Senate screening on Wednesday, Musa said the directive was critical…
