Super Eagles Qualify for 2025 AFCON
Nigeria secured a ticket to participate in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco as Group winners, after a 1-1 draw with Benin Republic in Abidjan. The Eagles remain unbeaten in the AFCON qualification campaign with 11 points, going into their last game of the series against Rwanda in Uyo. Rwanda, with five […]
Lookman, Ronaldo, Messi, Nominated for 2024 Globe Soccer Awards
Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman has been named among the 33 nominees for the 2024 Best Men’s Player award, part of the annual Globe Soccer Awards hosted by the Dubai Sports Council. The Globe Soccer Awards announced this via X yesterday. Lookman would be up against other nominees like Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden, Antoine Griezmann, Erling […]
Mark Zuckerberg and T-Pain Record New Music
Facebook founder, Mark Zuckerberg, has delved into music for love. Zuckerberg recorded his own version of rap track Get Low, alongside US star T-Pain, in tribute to his wife, Priscilla Chan, for their “dating anniversary”. In an Instagram post including photographs of himself and T-Pain working on the song in a recording studio, the 40-year-old […]
2024 AFRIFF Globe Awards Winners
The 13th Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) concluded with an exciting Globe Awards ceremony at the Oriental Hotel in Lagos. About 60 of the 160 films that were screened were full-length motion pictures. Ifeoma N. Chukwuogo was the night’s most notable winner, taking home the top honors for Best Director and Best Film securing a […]
58 year old Mike Tyson to face Jake Paul on Friday
Nearly four decades after his professional debut and 19 years since retiring, 58-year-old Mike Tyson is set to return to the boxing ring on Friday in a highly criticized fight backed by Netflix. Tyson, who reigned over the heavyweight division in the late 1980s, will face 27-year-old YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, […]
Ajebo Hustlers & Victony Unveil New Thrilling Single ‘Ave Maria’
Ajebo Hustlers’ latest track, “Ave Maria,” featuring Victony, delves into the unseen struggles behind success, showcasing themes of perseverance and the relentless pursuit of goals. Known for their commitment marked by “10,000 hours” of effort, Ajebo Hustlers reflect their personal journey through this music. The song’s lyrics carry a message about life’s deceptive nature, warning, […]
South African Soccer Chief Danny Jordaan Arrested for Fraud
South African soccer chief Danny Jordaan, who helped bring the first-ever FIFA World Cup tournament to Africa, has been arrested on fraud and theft charges. Jordaan is accused of using about R1.3 million of South African Football Association (SAFA) funds to hire a PR firm and a private security company for his personal benefit. Jordaan, […]
Edo Queens Held to Goalless Draw by FC Masar in CAF Women’s Champions League
Edo Queens were held to a goalless draw by Egypt’s FC Masar in their 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League Group B clash in Casablanca last night. The result ensured the Nigerian champions maintained the top spot in Group B with four points from two games, ahead of FC Masar who have the same points but […]
NECO Clears Examiners Allowances After Protest Threats
The National Examinations Council, NECO, says it has paid the allowances of all 72,138 examiners engaged as ad-hoc staff in the 2024 School-based Senior School Certificate Examination. Its Acting Director of Information and Public Relations, Azeez Sani, in a statement yesterday, explained that the Council commenced payment of the examiners allowances on October 4 on […]
Former Disney Star Skai Jackson Confirms Pregnancy
On November 12, 2024, actress Skai Jackson was photographed in Los Angeles, showcasing her baby bump while walking with her mother. Confirming the pregnancy to People Magazine, Jackson revealed that the father of her child is her boyfriend, though she has chosen not to disclose his identity publicly. Expressing her excitement, Jackson said, “I’m thrilled […]