Author: Kazeem Ugbodaga
Fluminense stun Inter, hit FIFA Club World Cup quarter-finals
The decisive blow came in stoppage time when substitute Hercules unleashed a beauty from just outside the box,” curling a…
Nigerian Idol’s top 4 ignite stage with Naija, Motown brilliance, Brammy bows out
Lawrence’s soulful take on Davido and Omah Lay’s “With You” had the crowd singing along, his understated emotion sparking a…
Shocking ancestry revealed: Most enslaved Saint Lucians were Nigerians
He described Saint Lucia as “a small fragment of Africa” and said the island’s people had made a home for…
Wicked Lagos Pastor Ogbu jailed 25-year for defiling teenage daughter
The trial, which began on October 18, 2021, after Ogbu’s arraignment in February 2021, saw three witnesses and key exhibits…
Jonathan breaks silence on death of business icon Aminu Dantata
“Alhaji Dantata was a great industrialist whose vision and commitment helped shape Nigeria’s private sector landscape. His life was a…
Tinubu pushes OECS Visa Waivers as Nigeria, Saint Lucia cement diplomatic ties
He electrified the audience with a groundbreaking offer: visa waivers for OECS diplomatic and official passport holders. “I respectfully urge…
NCAA grounds Rano Air Flight after engine failure horror
The NCAA said the aircraft remains on the ground in Sokoto, with engineers meticulously inspecting the faulty engine to ensure…
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East London horror: Teen killers jailed for savage car stabbing
After the savage stabbing, they tossed the murder weapon, a knife and its sheath, into the Thames at Caledonian Wharf,…
10 Key Takeaways from Tinubu’s meeting with Saint Lucia’s Prime Minister
ierre highlighted Saint Lucia’s global cultural festivals, like the Jazz and Arts Festival, and proposed sharing expertise with Nigeria’s film…
INTERVIEW: Why we’re fighting illegal Reclamation in Lagos – Alebiosu
We've put standards in place, what we expect. It's no longer the Wild West. Some of the functions that we…
Kane’s brace sinks Flamengo as Bayern storm to victory in six-goal thriller
Flamengo’s late push, including a missed chance by Bruno Henrique, couldn’t overturn the deficit, and Bayern held firm through seven…
Saudi breaks silence on Dantata’s wish to be buried in Madinah beside his wife
Dantata, who passed away at the age of 94 in the early hours of Saturday in Abu Dhabi, United Arab…
Super Falcons soar past Ghana in Pre-WAFCON friendly
The second half saw Nigeria pick up where they left off. Just five minutes after the restart, captain Rasheedat Ajibade…
A must read! Zenith Bank drops bombshell that will affect all customers
“Dear valued customer, please be informed that our branches nationwide will only be open to customers on Monday, June 30,…
Merciless PSG crush Messi’s Inter Miami, zoom into Club World Cup quarter-finals
PSG set the tone early, with Joao Neves opening the scoring in the 6th minute. A well-executed free kick from…
Chelsea crush Benfica in extra-time thriller to storm into Club World Cup Quarter-finals
Chelsea capitalized on their numerical advantage in the 108th minute when Christopher Nkunku pounced on a rebound, firing into the…
Tinubu storms Saint Lucia ahead of BRICS Summit, receives hero’s welcome
On Monday, he will address a special joint session of Saint Lucia’s Senate and House of Assembly, in a ceremonial…
Presidency breaks silence on Akume’s purported removal as SGF
“There has been no change in the status of His Excellency, Senator George Akume, as Secretary to the Government of…
Lagos businessman remanded for alleged assault on minor with N50 bribe
The crime came to light when the victim’s mother noticed her daughter’s unusual behaviour and, upon examination, discovered blood and…
Fubara’s shocking Peace Pact with Wike stuns Rivers supporters
Fubara stressed that the agreement prioritised Rivers State’s progress, lamenting abandoned projects amid the crisis: “In the midst of this…
Sanwo-Olu declares war on urban decay, seeks Architects’ alliance
Sanwo-Olu reiterated that architecture plays a central role in national development, influencing economic growth, social wellbeing, and environmental responsibility. He…
Mbah shuts down gossip, declares PDP his home in Enugu
Acknowledging the internal challenges facing the PDP, Mbah noted that such issues are not unique to the party, as other…
Tinubu reacts as Nigeria’s Customs chief makes history as first WCO Council Chair
Tinubu expressed gratitude to the WCO Secretary-General and leaders for their unanimous support and pledged Nigeria’s commitment to Adeniyi’s tenure.
Makoko ignites a Clean Energy Revolution as Lagos launches 8 Million Cookstove rollout
Oshodi noted that the project had been in development since late 2024, involving consultations, stakeholder engagement, and public sensitisation.
Ballon d’Or winner hospitalised in Meningitis scare
The midfielder shared a photo on Instagram, where she has 1.9 million followers, showing herself in a hospital bed with…
Nigerian Stocks plummet: N491bn wiped out in savage selloff
Legend Internet led the decliners, plummeting 9.98 percent to close at N8.03 per share, while BUA Cement followed closely, dropping…
Chiamaka Nnadozie bolsters Brighton’s ambitions with historic transfer
Nnadozie’s illustrious career began with Rivers Angels in Nigeria, where she played a pivotal role in securing the Nigeria Women’s…
APC confirms Ganduje’s resignation, Dalori takes charge as acting National Chairman
In a swift response, President Bola Tinubu directed Hon. Ali Bukar Dalori, the Deputy National Chairman (North), to assume the…
Lagos reopens Oko-Oba Abattoir after hygiene crackdown
The shutdown followed an inspection by senior state officials that revealed “a flagrant disregard of the laws guiding safe operations…
Peace breakthrough: DRC-Rwanda end 30-year war in stunning U.S.-backed deal
Rubio praised the collaborative efforts, stating, “This could not have happened without such close friends and partners in the African…