Davido Assures Fans There Will Be More Than Good Music At His “Timeless” Concert in Lagos
Popular Nigerian singer, Davido has assured his fans that they will be getting more than good music at his “Timeless” concert scheduled to hold on the 23rd of April, 2023 at the Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos. Speaking at a press conference yesterday in Lagos, the singer says the concert will also serve as a […]
Man Charged With Shooting Teenage Boy Who Rang Wrong Doorbell
An 84-year old householder in the US state of Missouri, Andrew Lester, has been charged with shooting a teenager who rang the wrong doorbell while picking up his younger brothers. Mr Lester, who is white, allegedly shot 16-year old Ralph Yarl, who is black, once in the head and once in the arm last Thursday […]
Eko Bridge Will Be Accessible To Vehicles By May 31st
The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos State, Engr. Umar Bakare has stated that a section of Eko Bridge “closed to vehicular traffic”, would be open by May 31. Bakare said that rehabilitation works on the bridge is ongoing, especially at the fire-damaged section of Apongbon. In a statement, he added that work is being […]
Nigeria Becomes Second Country To Approve R21 Malaria Vaccine
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has approved the R21 malaria vaccine manufactured by the Serum Institute of India. The Director General of NAFDAC, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, who disclosed this said the vaccine is indicated for the prevention of clinical malaria in children from 5 months to 36 months of age. […]
NPC To Spend ₦2,800 To Count Each Nigerian For The 2023 Census
The National Population Commission (NPC) has said it was looking to spend ₦2,800 to count each Nigerian in the 2023 National Population and Housing Census exercise. Its Federal Commissioner in Enugu State, Ejike Eze, said that the commission from its ₦896 billion budget, proposed to spend ₦2,800 to count each person, which he claimed was […]
Four People Killed In Mass Shooting At A ‘Sweet 16’ Birthday Party
At least four people have been killed in a mass shooting at a 16th birthday party in the US state of Alabama. Twenty-eight people were injured, some critically, after shots were fired at the Mahogany Masterpiece Dance Studio in the city of Dadeville on Saturday. High school senior Phil Dowdell, a star athlete, has been […]
Bosso Invites 39 Players To Camp Ahead Of The FIFA Under-20 World Cup
Head Coach Ladan Bosso has invited 39 players to camp in Abuja for the Flying Eagles’ final preparations for the 2023 FIFA Under-20 World Cup in Argentina. The Flying Eagles, who finished third at the Africa Under-20 Cup of Nations in Egypt in March, are one of Africa’s four representatives, alongside Senegal, The Gambia and […]
Arsenal Suffer Setback In Title Race After Draw Vs West Ham
Arsenal’s hopes of a first Premier League title since 2004 suffered another setback after they surrendered a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2 at West Ham. The result means Arsenal, on 74 points, are just four points away from Manchester City who have a game in hand. Other results from the weekend’s fixtures saw Manchester City […]
Police Arrest Suspects Over Alleged Tiwa Savage Kidnap
The Nigeria Police Force Criminal Investigation Department, Alagbon, Ikoyi in Lagos, says it has arrested some persons in connection with the alleged attempt to kidnap Tiwa Savage. The department’s spokesperson, CSP Oluniyi Ogundeyi, confirmed the development, after reports revealed that the musician’s private security’s vigilance and the Nigeria police saved her from the suspects. It […]
MultiChoice Release AMVCA Awards Nominations List
The highly anticipated Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) awards nominations list has been released ahead of the 9th edition of the prestigious event. The awards organisers, MultiChoice, rolled out the list of nominations into various categories on the evening of Sunday, April 16, 2023. The annual event, which by tradition recognise outstanding performances in […]
