Nigerian Afrobeats star David Adeleke, better known as Davido, used the international spotlight of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Countdown Concert to shine a light on Nigeria’s growing security crisis. During his performance, the award-winning singer appeared on stage wearing a custom-made black leather jacket decorated with green buttons bearing the names of students and…
The House of Representatives has taken a major step toward overhauling Nigeria’s security architecture by approving a constitutional amendment bill that seeks to establish state police across the country. The bill, titled “A Bill for an Act to Alter the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 to Provide for the Establishment of State Police…
A remarkable discovery in the south-eastern Indian Ocean has revealed what scientists believe is the oldest, deepest, and most extensive whale graveyard ever found. The site contains hundreds of whale fossils, some dating back more than five million years, offering a rare glimpse into life and death in one of the planet’s most extreme environments….
The future of peace negotiations in the Middle East is increasingly uncertain after Iran announced it would reconsider its involvement in ongoing talks. The development follows a sharp escalation in hostilities between Iran and the United States, with both sides exchanging military strikes overnight. Former US President Donald Trump warned that Iran would “pay the…
Nollywood actor and filmmaker Jide Awobona has officially released the trailer for his forthcoming blockbuster movie, ÌKÚNLÈ, sparking excitement among movie lovers and industry enthusiasts alike. ÌKÚNLÈ tells the deeply moving story of Gbade and Wuraola, a devoted couple whose lives are turned upside down by a challenge that threatens their dreams, marriage, and future together. Faced…
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele has revealed that the National Assembly will consider a proposal for a single six-year term for presidents and state governors as part of broader constitutional reforms aimed at improving governance in Nigeria. Speaking on the floor of the Senate, Bamidele explained that the proposal is intended to allow elected leaders to…
Kristina Khorram, a longtime executive and close associate of Sean “Diddy” Combs, has secured a major legal victory after a California judge dismissed several serious allegations against her, including sex trafficking and sexual battery claims. According to court documents, a Los Angeles County Superior Court judge ruled during a June hearing that the claims brought…
A new drug called apitegromab may help people taking weight-loss injections avoid one of the most common concerns linked to rapid weight loss: muscle loss. This unwanted side effect has been associated with changes in body shape, including what many people have nicknamed “Ozempic butt” — a flatter or sagging appearance caused by a reduction in fat…
Sir Idris Elba has shared his thoughts on the future of James Bond, saying the iconic spy franchise should avoid becoming overly focused on modern social trends and remain true to its roots. The British actor, who spent years at the centre of speculation about becoming the first Black actor to play 007, said he…
In a landmark counterterrorism success, troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have rescued 360 abducted civilians from a notorious Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati wal-Jihad (JAS) stronghold hidden deep within the rugged Mandara Mountains of southern Borno State. The operation, described by military sources as one of the most significant…
