Speaker, Other Lawmakers March Against All Forms of VAW
In a bid to end all forms of violence against women in Nigeria, the House of Representatives today marched from the National Assembly Complex to the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters. Speaking at the event, Speaker Abbas noted that women die from violence every ten minutes, across the world and promised that the National Assembly, particularly […]
Phyna Bounced Out From Lagos Restaurant Over Indecent Dressing
Reality TV star Phyna shared on her X (formerly Twitter) page how she was denied entry to Cali, a Lagos restaurant, for being “indecently dressed.” Phyna, dressed in a revealing black jumpsuit and burgundy afro wig, posted a clip showing her outfit and laughed off the incident with fans. She wrote, “So I went to […]
Malian Junta Appoints Major General Maiga as New Prime Minister
Mali junta has appointed Major General Abdoulaye Maiga as the new Prime Minister. This comes a day after the junta sacked civilian premier, Choguel Maiga, following his criticism of the military leadership on transition to civilian rule. The new Prime Minister had previously served as the government’s spokesman. Mali, plagued by jihadist and separatist violence, […]
National Assembly Approve President Tinubu’s ₦1.77 trillion loan request
The National Assembly HAS approved the ₦1.77 trillion loan request of President Bola Tinubu after a voice vote in favor of the request. This was after the Senate and House of Representatives Committees on Local and Foreign Debts presented their reports at both chambers yesterday. President Tinubu had on Tuesday, said the loan request is […]
Tems, Rema, and Seun Kuti to Perform at Coachella 2025
Nigeria will have strong representation at the 2025 Coachella music festival, with Tems, Rema, and Seun Kuti set to take the stage. The annual festival, held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, is one of the world’s most renowned music events and will run from April 11 to April 20. Tems, who wowed […]
Nigerian Auto Dealer Gifts Davido Luxury Car for 32nd Birthday
Afrobeat superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, received a brand-new Escalade 600 premium luxury car as a birthday gift from Dallas-based Nigerian auto dealer Mr. Jay Autos LLC. In celebration of Davido’s 32nd birthday on Thursday, the auto dealer shared images of the vehicle on Instagram, writing, “On your birthday, our brand, Mr. Jay […]
Ikeja Set to Host Inaugural 10km Capital City Race This Saturday
Preparations are in top gear for the maiden 10km Capital City Race, holding this Saturday in Ikeja, Lagos. Briefing newsmen yesterday, Director General, Lagos State Sports Commission Lekan Fatodu, says the state government welcomes individuals or corporate bodies who are ready to key into the THEMES-plus agenda of the state government. The convener of the […]
New NNL Season Set to Begin on November 30 with 36 Teams
The new season of the Nigeria National League (NNL) is set to begin on November 30, with 36 teams vying for supremacy. Divided into four conferences, the teams are gearing up for a challenging and exciting competition that will crown a new champion at the end of the season. While Edel FC from Anambra, Warri […]
Mali Prime Minister Resigns Amid Political Tensions
The Prime Minister of Mali, Choguel Maiga has been fired. It follows Maiga’s criticism of the military junta’s failure to organize elections within a promised 24-month transition back to democracy. The military rulers, who seized power in successive coups in 2020 and 2021, had promised to hold elections in February but postponed the vote indefinitely […]
Balmoral Group Announces Second Edition Of ‘Chaos in the Ring’ Boxing Event
Game Rush, the leading sports and entertainment subsidiary of Balmoral Group, a 360-event solutions company, is delighted to announce the second edition of its premier boxing event, Chaos in the Ring. The highly anticipated event is set to take place on 26th December 2024 at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Lagos. Following the success of […]