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Ban on drumming and noise-making in Accra commences from May 6

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) in Ghana, has announced the commencement of this year’s ban on drumming and noise-making, slated to run from May 6th to June 6th, 2024. The assembly in a press release outlined specific guidelines aimed at maintaining peace, harmony, and national security during the ban period, noting that religious houses are […]

Ex-BBNaija housemate, Chomzy, welcomes baby boy

Former Big Brother Naija star, Chioma Ndubueze, aka Chomzy, and her husband, Henry Chinonso, have welcomed their first child, a boy. The reality TV star husband, Chinonso, with a heart of gratitude, took to his Instagram page to announce the birth of their child as he disclosed the gender of the child. He described the […]

Newcastle’s Tonali gets suspended two-month ban by FA for betting breaches

Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali has been given a suspended two-month ban after admitting to breaches of Football Association betting rules. The 23-year old Italian, has also been fined ÂŁ20,000, but will not serve the ban if he does not commit further breaches before the end of next season. He is already serving a 10-month ban […]

Ayra Starr Unveils Artwork and Tracklist for Sophomore Album “The Year I Turned 21”

Nigerian music sensation Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, better known as Ayra Starr, has thrilled fans with the revelation of the artwork and tracklist for her highly anticipated sophomore album, titled “The Year I Turned 21.”  The Grammy-nominated singer took to her social media platforms to share the exciting news, generating waves of anticipation and excitement among her […]

Ryan Garcia denies steroid use after positive test report

Ryan Garcia has denied taking performance-enhancing steroids after testing positive for a banned substance before his win over Devin Haney. Sanctioning body the WBC confirmed it had “received notification” from the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (Vada) that Garcia returned “adverse findings for ostarine” in tests taken in April. The samples were allegedly taken the day before […]

Kenya names new military heads including first woman, after helicopter crash

Kenya’s President William Ruto has appointed Maj Gen Fatuma Ahmed as the first female commander of the air force. This move yesterday follows the tragic helicopter crash last month, which claimed the lives of the military chief and others, prompting the need for new leadership. Alongside Maj Gen Ahmed, other leaders were appointed, including a […]

Kendrick Lamar responds to Drake with diss track Euphoria in escalating feud

Rapper Kendrick Lamar has escalated the feud with Canadian rapper Drake on a diss track titled Euphoria on which he called him a “habitual liar”. Lamar released the diss track in a response to weeks of taunting by Drake, who has taken pot-shots at Lamar on a series of viral diss tracks. Over six minutes, […]

Fullkrug Gives Dortmund Lone Goal Winner against PSG

Borussia Dortmund’s Niclas Fuellkrug (foolkroog) fired in a first-half goal to seal a 1-0 victory over visitors Paris St Germain in their Champions League semi-final first leg last night. PSG, fresh from being crowned Ligue 1 champions and desperate to win their first ever Champions League trophy, found it hard going against a disciplined German […]

NPFL deducts 2 points from Enyimba international after game disruption

Enyimba International have been deducted two points by the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, for the disruption of their game against Doma United. The points’ deduction was sequel to the NFF disciplinary committee’s decision to upturn the victory that Enyimba had over Doma United. The match on March 10, was disrupted after 88 minutes with […]

Russell Brand says baptism is ‘opportunity to leave past behind’

British comedian and actor, Russell Brand has announced plans to be baptised to ‘leave the past behind’ after sexual assault allegations were exposed. The controversial comedian took to Instagram to say he was embracing his Christian faith after a difficult year. Last year a documentary exposed allegations of sexual assaults during the height of his […]