FG Declares September 5 Public Holiday for Eid-ul-Mawlid
The Federal Government has declared Friday, September 5, 2025, as a public holiday to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Mawlid, the celebration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad. The statement was issued on Wednesday by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. The government congratulated […]
Indian Man Sentenced to Death for Burning Wife Over Dark Skin
An Indian court has sentenced a man to death for murdering his wife, Lakshmi, by setting her on fire due to her dark skin tone. The 2017 attack, now resurfacing in headlines, highlights the country’s ongoing struggles with colourism. Lakshmi had told authorities before her death that her husband, Kishandas, routinely mocked her complexion, calling […]
Court Remands 18-Year-Old in Ekiti Over Alleged Rape of 2-Year-Old
A Chief Magistrate Court in Ado Ekiti, the capital of Ekiti State, has placed Solomon Sunday, 18, under detention in connection with the alleged rape of a 2-year-old kid. Inspector Olasunkanmi Bankole, the prosecution, informed the court that the defendant was accused of committing the crime on August 24, 2025, in the Ado-Ekiti Magisterial District. […]
Super Eagles Camp Grows to 13 Ahead of World Cup Qualifiers
Thirteen players are now in Nigeria’s Super Eagles camp in Ikot Ekpene as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa. According to media officer Promise Efoghe, nine more players joined on Tuesday, including Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Ola Aina, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Moses Simon, Chidozie Awaziem, Adebayo […]
BBNaija Star Phyna Mourns Sister Ruth Otabor After Tragic Accident
In a heartbreaking announcement, the family of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner Phyna has confirmed the death of her sister, Ruth Otabor. Ruth’s death comes after a tragic accident involving a truck linked to the Dangote Group near Auchi Polytechnic in Edo State. She had to undergo a leg amputation after the incident, which […]
Guardiola Frustrated After City Collapse; Wins for Liverpool and West Ham
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has voiced frustration after his side’s late collapse in a 2-1 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion in Sunday’s Premier League clash. City took an early lead through Erling Haaland, who marked his 100th Premier League appearance with a goal. But Brighton turned the game around, with 2 goals to […]
Judge Halts Deportation of Unaccompanied Guatemalan Children
A US federal judge has temporarily stopped the Trump administration from sending unaccompanied Guatemalan children back to their home country. Judge Sparkle Sooknanan issued a two-week restraining order on Sunday after advocacy groups warned that as many as 600 children could be deported. The ruling came as reports surfaced that children, some as young as […]
Kid Cudi Opens Up About Redefining His Relationship With Weed
Kid Cudi is speaking candidly about how he’s transformed his relationship with marijuana. Following the personal revelations shared in his new memoir, Cudi: The Memoir—which explores his battles with addiction, mental health struggles, and growth over the course of his groundbreaking career—the 41-year-old artist returned to rehab in November to address his weed consumption. At […]
South Korea Bans Phones in Classrooms Nationwide
South Korea has officially enacted a nationwide ban on the use of mobile phones in school classrooms, becoming the latest country to address growing concerns about social media’s impact on young people. The measure, passed by the National Assembly on Wednesday and announced by officials on Thursday, August 28, will go into effect starting March […]
DHS Proposes Shorter Visas for Students, Journalists
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a proposal to reduce the duration of visas issued to international students and foreign journalists. According to the new rule, F visas—which allow international students to study in the United States—would be limited to a maximum of four years. Currently, these visas are typically issued for […]