Peseiro Vows Relentless Performance Against Guinea Bissau
Head coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Jose Peseiro has vowed that his team will not let up when they play Guinea Bissau later today, despite already being well positioned to advance to the round of 16 at the ongoing AFCON tournament. Speaking at the pre-match conference, Peseiro said his team must temper its […]
Madonna Sued by Fans Over Late Concert Start
Two Madonna fans, Michael Fellows and Jonathan Hadden, have filed a lawsuit against the singer, alleging that she inconvenienced concertgoers by appearing hours late for her performance. According to the civil action reported by Sky News’ US partner site NBC, the 65-year-old artist took the stage at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center at 10:45 pm on December […]
Duchess of York has been diagnosed with malignant melanoma
The Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson, has been diagnosed with malignant melanoma, following the removal of a cancerous mole during treatment for breast cancer. Her spokesman said the duchess remains in high spirits, despite it being distressing to have another cancer diagnosis. The 64-year old duchess was married to the Duke of York, Prince Andrew […]
Prime Video Suspends Funding For Nigerian Original
Prime Video has implemented a restructuring that includes a reduction in funding for original Nigerian content and a downsizing of its local staff. This move is part of a broader strategy to shift focus towards European countries. According to a report in Variety, existing shows from the region that have been approved and commissioned, such […]
Burna Boy Becomes First African Artist to Perform Live at the Grammys
African Giant Burna Boy has been announced as one of the performing artists at the Grammys 2024 live award show in another historic feat for Africa. According to a January 22, 2024, announcement, Burna Boy is slated to become the first African musician to perform at the Grammys live recording award event. This is yet another […]
US Congress Speedily Backs New Funding before Government Shutdown
The US Congress has passed legislation to fund the government through early March, avoiding a partial government shutdown on Saturday. The House of Representatives passed the short-term funding measure by a vote of 314 to 108, about two hours after the Senate passed it by a vote off 77 to 18, despite political tensions. Democrats […]
NCDC Activates Emergency Operations Centre for Lassa Fever Over Escalating Incidence
Nigeria’s Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has activated its Lassa fever emergency operations centre in response to the country’s escalating incidence of the disease. A statement signed by the NCDC Director General, Ifedayo Adetifa, on Thursday stated that in 2023, there was an increase in the number of cases reported from week 49 […]
Court Grants Godwin Emefiele Permission to Travel Out of Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory High Court has granted the immediate past Governor of the Central Bank, Godwin Emefiele’s request to travel out of the Abuja. Justice Hamza Muazu who handed the ruling however said Emefiele must however remain in the country. The Counsel to the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC), Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN, did […]
England midfielder Jordan Henderson Joins Ajax
England midfielder Jordan Henderson has joined Dutch club Ajax on a two-and-half-year deal after less than six months at Al-Ettifaq. The 33-year-old signed a three-year contract worth a reported £700,000 a week with the Saudi Pro League club after leaving Liverpool in July. Al-Ettifaq agreed to terminate his contract to facilitate the move. Ajax host […]
Super Eagles Secure a 1-0 Victory Against Ivory Coast at the Afcon
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have boosted their chances in this year’s African Cup of Nations following a 1-0 win over host nation Ivory Coast. Defender William Troost-Ekong gave the Nigerian team the win from the penalty spot after striker Victor Osimhen was struck by an Ivorian defender in the penalty box. Nigeria is now […]