Boxing enthusiasts who gathered at Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, for the 2023 GoTv Boxing Night 30 were treated to an unforgettable experience on Tuesday night. Beyond the intense boxing matches, the crowd relished in captivating musical performances by Nigeria’s music stars, Nice, Teni, and Nasboi. The singers’ melodies resonated through the arena, engaging the audience Read More…
Flytime Fest 2023, which also featured the Grammy Award-winning Wizkid, witnessed a mesmerizing performance by superstar Davido, setting the night ablaze with a string of hits and surprise appearances by BMW, Peruzzi, and Morravey. From Davido’s iconic tracks like “Aye” and “Dami Duro” to recent chart-toppers from the Grammy-nominated “Timeless” album, the crowd was treated Read More…
Former House Speaker Ghali Na’Abba, born on September 27, 1958, passed away in Abuja on Wednesday morning, as confirmed by family sources. Na’Abba, who served as the 8th Speaker of the House of Representatives, had been battling illness for an extended period before his demise. Reportedly, Na’Abba struggled with health issues for an extended period, Read More…
Grace Godwin, a mother-of-three, witnessed terror unfold on Christmas Eve as gunmen menaced nearby villages. Her husband’s urgent warning led them to seek refuge in the bush, narrowly escaping a harrowing attack. Suspected nomadic herders reportedly wreaked havoc across 15 villages in Plateau state, leaving at least 140 dead in a brutal onslaught with firearms Read More…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reaffirmed the safety of funds held in Nigerian banks, quelling concerns among depositors and customers. Mrs. Hakama Sidi-Ali, the Acting Director of the CBN’s Corporate Communications Department, addressed apprehensions following reports hinting at potential takeovers of certain financial institutions under CBN supervision. Sidi-Ali clarified that the assurance stemmed Read More…
Despite a ban from authorities and preliminary results showing President Felix Tshisekedi in a significant lead, opposition candidates in the Democratic Republic of Congo are determined to march in Kinshasa on Wednesday, alleging election irregularities. Martin Fayulu, a prominent contender challenging Tshisekedi, emphasised the opposition’s conviction that the election was fraudulent. “We are going to Read More…
Liverpool secured a 2-0 victory against Burnley, propelling themselves to the top of the Premier League as Manchester United orchestrated a thrilling comeback against Aston Villa, while Newcastle suffered a surprising 3-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest. Manager Juergen Klopp hailed Liverpool’s resilience despite a tough fight against Burnley, emphasizing the intensity of the game and Read More…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, speaking after attending a Christmas service, urged Nigerians to hold onto hope amidst challenges, citing optimism for a brighter future under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In an interview with journalists, he emphasised the commitment to expedite development across Lagos. “We are undergoing a phase akin to a patient in Read More…
The Lagos State Police Command confirmed the arrest of Mrs. Dorcas Oluwabukola for reportedly scalding her husband with hot water after he attended a wedding without her, marking a distressing incident of domestic conflict. SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the Command’s spokesperson, validated the arrest with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday, affirming that the Read More…
A local official in Plateau, Central Nigeria, disclosed on Monday that the death toll from weekend attacks had surged to 113, marking a distressing escalation in an area frequently plagued by conflicts between herders and farmers. Describing the attacks as “well-coordinated,” Monday Kassah, the acting chairman of Bokkos Local Government Area in Plateau State, highlighted Read More…
