Year: 2020
BBNaija’s Brighto bags first Nollywood movie role
Ezekiel Bright “Brighto” Osemudiame, a recently evicted BBNaija Lockdown show housemate has bagged his debut Nollywood role.
‘I’m a product of godfatherism’ – Desmond Elliot speaks on Tinubu’s influence
‘I’m a product of godfatherism’ were the words of Desmond Elliot, a lawmaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly,…
Nollywood actor Jidekene Achufusi, marries heartthrob (pictures)
Nigerian actor Jidekene Achufusi professionally known as Swanky JKA has married his sweetheart, in an Igbo traditional wedding.
DSS summons Mailafia for third time
Dr. Obadiah Mailafia, a former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria has been summoned by the Department of…
Desmond Elliot knocks Obaseki; says nothing wrong with godfatherism
Desmond Elliot, Nigerian actor turned politician, has berated Governor Godwin Obaseki for promoting “Edo no be Lagos” as a campaign…
Akabueze backs Oyedepo: Daddy Freeze leading many astray
The Director General, Budget Office of the Federation, Ben Akabueze has backed the Presiding Bishop, Living Faith Church Worldwide, Bishop…
Nigeria’s unemployment heads to 50 percent: MAN president Mansur Ahmed
Nigerian manufacturers said unemployment in Nigeria may hit a record 50 percent, amid a contracting economy, foreign exchange scarcity and…
Arsenal’s goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez set to depart
Arsenal’s backup goalkeeper, Emiliano Martinez is set to leave the Gunners this summer.
Algeria to resume sports activities from Tuesday
Algerian Sports Ministry announced that the government has authorised the gradual resumption of sports activities from Sept. 15. The ministry…
Africa Fact Book launched
Africa has launched the first edition of the Africa Fact Book, which seeks to dispel myths and misrepresentations of the…
Photos: Former Sokoto governor Wamakko loses 23-year-old daughter
Sadiya Magatakarda Wamakko, the daughter of former governor of Sokoto state, Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko, has passed away.
Coronavirus: France sets daily record with almost 10,000 new cases
French health authorities recorded the highest daily increase in coronavirus infections since the beginning of the pandemic, as the government…
Reports: Chelsea’s Olivier Giroud set for Juventus move
France international Olivier Giroud is set to switch from Chelsea to Italian giants Juventus, multiple reports indicated Friday.
Premier League returns with blockbuster weekend
By (Reuters/NAN) Liverpool will face Leeds United to headline the return of the English Premier League’s this weekend. Leeds United…
Azarenka triumphs, Serena Williams 24th Grand Slam chase ends again
Once again, Serena Williams pursuit of winning a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam singles title has ended at Arthur Ashe Stadium…
Argentina vs Ecuador: Messi ban now over, AFA president says
Lionel Messi can play in Argentina’s opening 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifier next month, Claudio Tapia, president of the Argentine…
Flood submerges 50 houses in Niger
No fewer than 50 houses and properties worth millions of Naira have been submerged and destroyed by flood in Gallah…
Benue Assembly passes Infectious Diseases Bill
By Onyeje Abutu-Joel/Makurdi Benue House of Assembly on Thursday passed the Benue State Highly Infectious Diseases (Emergency, Prevention and Management)…
Naomi Osaka books another final spot at US Open
Japanese star and two time Grand slam winner, Naomi Osaka has booked her second final in three years at the…
Pictures: Ubi Franklin finds love again
Wedding Pictures of talent manager and entrepreneur Ubi Franklin, have surfaced on social media. The ex husband of actress Lilian…
Trump’s plan against immigrants rejected by court
U.S. President Donald Trump directive to exclude people who are in the United States illegally from representation when apportioning congressional…
Arsenal promote Mikel Arteta from coach to first team manager
Arsenal FC have announced an upgrade for their coach, Mikel Arteta. His job description is now more than just being…
China reports 15 new imported COVID-19 cases
Mainland China reported 15 new COVID-19 cases on Sept. 10, up from seven cases a day earlier, according to the…
INEC container fire puts Ondo firemen to shame
But for the dysfunctional equipment of the Ondo Fire Service, some of the 5,141 card readers that INEC lost to…
Mr P announces album release date
'One More Night' crooner and former PSquare duo Peter Okoye aka Mr P, took to social media to disclose when…
LASEMA evacuates 77 people from weak building in Ijora
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), on Thursday, evacuated 77 occupants of a partially collapsed building on Afolabi Alafia…
Southwest PDP crisis: Olujimi declares support for Gov Makinde
A faction of Ekiti State chapter of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), faction, loyal to Sen. Biodun Olujimi has restated its…
Massive explosions in Jordan’s city of Zarqa
Massive explosions have occurred in the city of Zarqa, north east of Amman the capital of Jordan.
Tiwa Savage’s son Jamil, remixes her ‘Koroba’ song
Off her Celia album, multi talented Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has dropped a remix of her 'Koroba' single, by her…
Edo/Ondo elections: CJN warns tribunal judges
By Wandoo Sombo The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Justice Tanko Muhammad, on Thursday warned against recklessness, abuse of power…