Nigeria to Ramp Up Local Arms Production
Nigeria is increasing local production of weapons and military equipment. The aim is to meet the country’s own security needs and start exporting to other nations by next year. Minister of Defence, Mohammed Abubakar, told a ministerial briefing today in Abuja that 53 companies have signed MoUs with the Ministry of Defence to locally manufacture military hardware. […]
Aina More Drops Fierce New Single “The Set”
Release date May 23, 2025 Territory – Worldwide British-Nigerian artist Aina More arrives with fire in her mouth,and gold on her tongue in herprovocative new single, “The Set.” Blending street swagger with unapologetic sexuality, thisfierce, high-octane release is a manifesto for the bold and a declaration from More herself. Written and recorded in the kinetic […]
BET Marks 25 Years of 106 & Park at 2025 BET Awards
BET Media Group will celebrate the 25th anniversary of legendary music video countdown show 106 & Park with a can’t-miss tribute at “BET Awards” 2025, LIVE on Tuesday, June 10, on BET DStv Chanel 129 and GOtv Channel 21. Beloved former hosts AJ Calloway, Free, Julissa Bermudez, Keshia ChantĂ©, Rocsi Diaz, and Terrence J will reunite on stage for a nostalgic celebration […]
Iyabo Ojo Unaware Spraying Money Was Illegal
Nigerian actress and filmmaker, Iyabo Ojo, has said she was unaware that spraying money, including foreign currencies, at events, was against the law. Ojo revealed this in a statement posted on her official Instagram page, to clarify the reason behind her recent visit to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on May 5. According […]
Inter Edge Barcelona 4-3, Reach Champions League Final
Inter Milan sealed a dramatic 4-3 win over Barcelona on Tuesday, advancing to the Champions League final with a 7-6 aggregate victory. Davide Frattesi’s extra-time strike in the 99th minute sent San Siro into raptures after Francesco Acerbi’s last-gasp equalizer had kept their hopes alive.  In the final on May 31 in Munich, Inter […]
India Strikes Pakistan After Kashmir Attack
Two weeks after a deadly militant attack on tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir, India has launched a series of strikes on sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. The Indian defence ministry said the strikes – named “Operation Sindoor” – were part of a “commitment” to hold those responsible for the April 22 attack which left 25 […]
EFCC Grants Bail to VeryDarkMan, Keeps Him in Custody
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has granted administrative bail to Nigerian social media activist Martin Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan, though he remains in custody and would be released after fulfilling all the bail conditions. The EFCC announced the bail yesterday via a statement on its official Facebook page, but did not disclose […]
FG to Implement Full CBT for WAEC, NECO by 2026
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating examination malpractice in Nigeria by transitioning to Computer-Based Testing (CBT) for WAEC and NECO by 2026. Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, revealed during a televised interview yesterday, that CBT would begin with objective papers in November 2025, with full implementation—covering essay sections—by May/June 2026. He acknowledged […]
Rihanna, A$AP Rocky Expecting Third Child
Rihanna, 37, is expecting her third child with longtime partner A$AP Rocky, and the couple chose the 2025 Met Gala in New York City on May 5 as the moment to share the news publicly. Photographer Miles Diggs, known for capturing Rihanna’s iconic maternity moments, posted a striking image of the singer standing in the […]
Trent Alexander-Arnold to Leave Liverpool at End of Season
England right-back, Trent Alexander-Arnold, is leaving Premier League champions Liverpool at the end of the season. The 26-year-old, who has been at the club since he was six, is out of contract in the summer. Taking to social media to announce his exit, Trent said “this is the hardest decision he’s ever made.” Read Another […]