Ayra Starr, Kawhi Leonard Join 2025 Giants of Africa Festival in Kigali
Nigerian pop star Ayra Starr and NBA champion Kawhi Leonard have joined the star-studded lineup for the 2025 Giants of Africa Festival, set to take place in Kigali, Rwanda from July 26 to August 2. The week-long event will unite 320 young athletes from 20 African countries and draw over 20,000 attendees for a celebration […]
U.S. Deportees Sent to Eswatini After Rejection by Home Countries
The United States has deported five migrants — from Cuba, Jamaica, Laos, Vietnam, and Yemen — to the African kingdom of Eswatini, U.S. officials said Tuesday. According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the individuals were convicted of violent crimes including child rape and murder. Their home countries reportedly refused to accept their return, […]
Shettima Arrives in London with Gbajabiamila
Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima arrives London alongside Chief of Staff to Mr President, Femi Gbajabiamila. Received by minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar and Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum. READ ANOTHER STORY – Former President Muhammadu Buhari Dies in London at 81
Bayanni Talks “Namipa,” Past as Zhenoboy, and Surprise Collab
Afro-fusion star Bayanni joined The Midday Show with Nicole to discuss his latest single, “Namipa,” featuring the soulful Qing Madi. He shared that before joining Mavin Records, he performed under the name Zhenoboy, calling it a “necessary chapter” before his rebrand. Bayanni teased a surprising new collaboration, hinting it’s with an artist he’s long admired […]
Purp Wins Nigerian Idol 2025
Purp has won the 2025 edition of Nigerian Idol, becoming the tenth overall winner of the reality music competition. The announcement was made during the grand finale on Sunday, as fans took to social media to celebrate the outcome. Purp beat out Raymu to earn the top spot after a series of vocal battles, live […]
Chelsea Stun PSG 3–0 to Win Club World Cup
Chelsea on Sunday night beat title favourites PSG 3-0 to win the final of this year’s Club World Cup played at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, United States. Cole Palmer inspired the stunning performance, scoring twice and assisting Joao Pedro for a goal as the Blues downed the Champions League title-holders to win the first […]
Cameroon’s 92-Year-Old President Biya to Seek Re-Election
Cameroon’s President Paul Biya, the world’s oldest serving head of state at 92, has announced that he will run for re-election in this year’s presidential vote on October 12. Biya, who is seeking a new term that could keep him in office until he is nearly 100, came to power more than 40years ago in […]
Former President Muhammadu Buhari Dies in London at 81
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially announced the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari. According to a statement issued by the Presidency, he passed away in London at about 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, following a prolonged illness. Vice President Kashim Shettima is expected to accompany the late President’s remains from the UK, back to Nigeria […]
Travis Kelce Rocks Karaoke at 2025 Golf Championship
Travis Kelce returned to the American Century Championship in 2025, once again showcasing his karaoke skills with another standout performance. The previous year, he earned recognition for singing Whitesnake’s “Here I Go Again,” and this year’s rendition sparked renewed buzz, with many noting an apparent improvement in his vocals. Ahead of the tournament’s official start […]
AI Band “The Velvet Sundown” Reaches 1M Spotify Listeners—Then Reveals It’s Fake
A rising rock band amassed over 1 million monthly listeners on Spotify before fans discovered the group wasn’t real. The Velvet Sundown, a retro-inspired act evoking the sound of the ’60s and ’70s, reached the milestone less than a month after releasing their debut album Floating on Echoes on June 5. The project’s breakout track, […]