On a day packed with football’s biggest stars, Lionel Messi still managed to steal the spotlight. Earlier, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland had both thrilled fans with two-goal performances, setting the tone for what was already shaping up to be a memorable day. Yet when Messi stepped onto the pitch, it became clear that this…
The Nigerian Senate has dismissed allegations made by Senator Adams Oshiomhole that some lawmakers’ signatures were forged during the process that led to the suspension of Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Speaking on the matter, Senate spokesperson, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, described the allegation as false and baseless. He insisted that no senator’s signature was forged…
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for peace and unity among Africans, urging citizens not to target or attack nationals from other African countries living in South Africa. Speaking ahead of the June 30 deadline issued for undocumented foreign nationals to leave the country, Ramaphosa stressed that violence, intimidation, and xenophobic attacks have no…
Renowned Fuji music icon, King Dr. Saheed Osupa, delivered a captivating live performance at the historic Nelson Mandela Freedom Park, Osogbo, during the official launch of the re-election campaign of His Excellency, Senator Ademola Nurudeen Jackson Adeleke, Governor of Osun State. The event attracted thousands of enthusiastic supporters, party faithful, political stakeholders, and residents from across the state,…
At just 24 years old, Archie Goodburn should be focused solely on chasing medals and breaking records. Instead, the champion swimmer is fighting a much bigger battle — living with a rare, inoperable form of brain cancer while campaigning for better support and treatment for others facing the same diagnosis. “I grew up representing my…
Nigeria’s downstream petroleum market received a fresh boost as Dangote Petroleum Refinery announced a reduction in its petrol gantry price to ₦1,175 per litre. The latest price cut is expected to ripple across the fuel supply chain, potentially lowering distribution costs and influencing pump prices nationwide. Industry experts say the move could intensify competition among…
Veteran Nollywood actor Emeka Ike has filed a lawsuit against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and Lere Olayinka, media aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, over the alleged unlawful disclosure of his personal voter information. The suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1272/2026, was filed before the Federal High Court in Abuja on…
As the final whistle echoed around Atlanta Stadium, all eyes turned to Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha. The 40-year-old stood motionless for a moment before emotion overwhelmed him. Tears streamed down his face as he began to grasp the significance of what he and his teammates had just achieved. Cape Verde, making their World Cup debut,…
Nollywood actor Baba Ijesha is celebrating a joyous milestone as he has welcomed a baby boy. The actor shared the exciting news with family, friends, and well-wishers, expressing gratitude for the newest addition to his family. The arrival of the baby boy marks a special moment for the actor, who is embracing this new chapter…
A tragic incident has reportedly claimed one life and left seven houses destroyed in Ogute-Oke community, located in Estako East Local Government Area of Edo State, following a dispute said to have started over a young woman. The violence reportedly erupted shortly after the community concluded celebrations for its annual Olimi Festival. The situation has…
