President Tinubu Urges Nigerians to embrace Spirit of Eid el-Fitr
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged all Nigerians to embrace the spirit of Eid-el-Fitr by demonstrating greater love and compassion, particularly toward the vulnerable, and extending acts of charity to all. The President, who in an interview with journalists after the Eid-el-Fitr prayers marking the end of Ramadan at the Abuja National Eid Prayer Ground […]
Davido Becomes First Living Male Artist on Rolling Stone Cover
BACKGROUNDRolling Stone Africa proudly announces Nigerian afropop sensation Davido (real nameDavid Adedeji Adeleke) as the cover star for their March/April issue. For over a decade,Davido has continuously pushed the envelope of his artistry and played a significant role inshaping the international repute of African music on the international stage with hits like “If”,“Fall”, “Blow My […]
Red Bull Demotes Liam Lawson, Replaces Him with Yuki Tsunoda
Red Bull has confirmed the immediate demotion of Liam Lawson, replacing him with Yuki Tsunoda. Lawson had only completed two races for Red Bull, and the decision comes three months after Tsunoda was initially passed over for Lawson in place of Sergio Perez. Tsunoda, 24, will team up with Max Verstappen at the upcoming Japanese […]
Aṣa Named 2025 Yale World Fellow Among Global Changemakers
Bukola Elemide, widely known as Aṣa, has been named a 2025 Yale World Fellow. The Nigerian singer-songwriter is among a global group of changemakers selected for this prestigious program, which gathers leaders from various sectors for an intensive four-month experience at Yale University. The Yale World Fellows program, organized by the university’s International Leadership Centre, […]
U.S. Plans to Cut Funding for Global Vaccine Alliance Gavi
The U.S. government, under President Donald Trump, has proposed ending its financial support for Gavi, a global vaccine alliance aimed at enhancing immunization access and improving public health worldwide. A report from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), shared with Congress this week, identified Gavi as one of the international programs facing cuts. According […]
Nelly Explains Why He Married Ashanti
Three months after celebrating their one-year wedding anniversary, 50-year-old rapper Nelly shared why he chose to marry R&B singer Ashanti, 44, right after discovering she was pregnant. During an appearance on The Bootleg Kev Podcast, Nelly admitted that marriage hadn’t been part of the conversation before they found out the big news. However, witnessing the […]
Jessie J Denies Pregnancy Rumors, Teases New Music Release
American singer, Jessie J, has denied speculation that she’s pregnant with baby Number 2, saying she’s focused on releasing new music, which she’s been teasing since last October. She noted that while the “business side” of her music career has been rocky, she’s “manifesting” her upcoming album, which will be released sometime this year. The […]
Obi Cubana to Launch Tricycle Assembly Plant in Ebonyi State
Renowned entrepreneur, Dr Obinna Iyiegbu, popularly known as “Obi Cubana”, has announced plans to inaugurate a tricycle assembly and sales plant in Ebonyi State. Iyiegbu, Chairman of Cubana Group of Companies, speaking to journalists after a meeting with Ebonyi Goveror, Francis Nwifuru, said his company aims to expand its business operations in Ebonyi due to […]
Blatter and Platini Win Second Court Victory in Fraud Case
Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini emerged victorious in court once again yesterday, now holding a 2-0 lead in their trial outcomes against Swiss federal prosecutors. Once the most influential figures in football, former FIFA president Blatter and former UEFA president Platini were acquitted for the second time in a case that has spanned a decade. […]
UNILAG, French Embassy Strengthen Education and Research Ties
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) says it seeks to solidify its bilateral relationship between the University and the Embassy of France in Education, Research and cultural exchange. Vice Chancellor, University of Lagos, Professor Folasade Ogunsola made this known when he played host to the French Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency, Marc Fonbaustier. Vice-Chancellor, Folasade Ogunsola […]