El-Rufai Dumps APC for SDP Ahead of 2027 Elections

El-Rufai Dumps APC for SDP Ahead of 2027 Elections

Immediate-past Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has resigned from the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, and defected to the Social Democratic Party, SDP in preparation for the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued yesterday, El-Rufai cited a growing disconnect between his personal values and the current direction of the APC, as the primary […]

NELFUND Urges Female Students to Apply for FG Loans

NELFUND Urges Female Students to Apply for FG Loans

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has advised female students to take advantage of the Federal Government’s zero-interest education loans to support their academic pursuits and financial stability. Its Managing Director, Akintunde Sawyerr, who gave this advice yesterday at the NELFUND Women Forum Programme, held in celebration of the 2025 International Women’s Day (IWD), said […]

Nores Speaks Out After Being Cleared in Liam’s Death Case

Liam Payne's Friend Speaks Out After Cleared in Death Case

Rogelio “Roger” Nores, an Argentinian entrepreneur and close companion of the late Liam Payne, has spoken publicly about their relationship following his acquittal in a manslaughter case linked to the singer’s death. Speaking to Reuters in an interview published on Friday, March 7, Nores described the difficulty of witnessing Payne’s struggles. “When you see a […]

Sanwo-Olu Unveils Africa’s First AI Feature Film Makemation

Sanwo-Olu Unveils Africa’s First AI Feature Film Makemation

Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has unveiled Africa’s first feature film on Artificial Intelligence, titled Makemation. Speaking at the unveiling in Marina, Sanwo-Olu said the AI film, produced by human development expert, Toyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji, will make its cinematic debut in Lagos on Friday, April 18. He praised the producer and cast, while assuring creatives […]

Arsenal Held by Man United as Liverpool Extend Title Lead

Arsenal Held by Man United as Liverpool Extend Title Lead

Arsenal’s faltering Premier League title challenge suffered another damaging blow after a 1-1 draw against Manchester United at Old Trafford yesterday. The Gunners sit 15 points behind runaway leaders Liverpool, now with just one game in hand. Liverpool had secured a 3-1 win against relegation bound Southampton to inch even closer to the title. Other […]

Mark Carney Becomes Canada’s New PM

Mark Carney Becomes Canada’s New PM

Former central banker, Mark Carney, has won the race to become leader of Canada’s ruling Liberal Party.  Official results confirmed yesterday that Carney will now succeed Justin Trudeau as Prime Minister. Carney will take over at a tough time in Canada, which is in the midst of a trade war with longtime ally the United […]

Kenya Police Teargas Protesters Over Ruto’s Church Donation

Kenya Police Teargas Protesters Over Ruto’s Church Donation

Police in Kenya have fired tear gas to disperse protesters who tried to occupy a church that was recently given a substantial donation by Kenyan President, William Ruto. The gift to the Jesus Winner Ministry in the Roysambu suburb of Nairobi of 20m shillings (equivalent to $155,000) drew criticism from some young Kenyans struggling with […]

Trace Awards 2025 Highlights Captivate Global Audiences

Trace Awards 2025 Highlights Captivate Global Audiences

The Trace Awards were born out of a passion for Afro-Urban music, aiming to celebrate and promote the creativity of this culture on the world stage. After a ceremony celebrating Afro-Urban music and culture, Trace is delighted to announce the broadcast of the Trace Awards 2025 highlights on its channels worldwide. The Trace Awards brought […]

FG Converts TASUED to Federal University

FG Converts TASUED to Federal University

The Federal Government has adopted Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) in Ijagun, Ogun, as a federal university. Established by the Ogun government in 2005, TASUED is Nigeria’s first specialised university of education. President Bola Tinubu who approved the adoption, emphasised that TASUED’s transition into a Federal University of Education was a strategic step in […]

Wizkid Breaks Records, Drops New Album ‘Morayo,’

Wizkid Breaks Records, Drops New Album ‘Morayo,’

NIGERIAN GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING SUPERSTAR  WIZKID  MAKES HIS DIRECTORIAL DEBUT WITH HIS NEW VIDEO FOR “KESE (DANCE)”  WATCH HERE FROM HIS SIXTH STUDIO ALBUM MORAYO OUT NOW VIA STARBOY/SONY MUSIC INTERNATIONAL/RCA RECORDS LISTEN HERE WATCH “KESE (DANCE)” HERE LISTEN TO WIZKID’S ALBUM MORAYO HERE Prior to album release, Wiz dropped his single and video for “Piece of My Heart” featuring Brent Faiyaz  (click […]