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President Tinubu Woos French Investors in State Visit

President Tinubu Woos French Investors in State Visit

President Bola Tinubu has affirmed Nigeria’s strong commitment to enhancing cooperation in key sectors such as food security, energy, solid minerals, education, and defense during a high-profile meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron at the prestigious Palais des L’Élysée on Thursday. At a joint press conference, in France, President Tinubu highlighted the vast, yet largely […]

Van Nistelrooy Set To Be Appointed Leicester Boss

Van Nistelrooy Set To Be Appointed Leicester Boss

Ruud van Nistelrooy is set to be appointed as Leicester City’s new manager. The 48-year-old Dutchman would replace Steve Cooper, who was sacked after just 157 days in charge following Saturday’s 2-1 Premier League defeat by Chelsea. Van Nistelrooy’s appointment comes two weeks after he left his role as interim head coach at Manchester United, […]

Ex-Gov Yahaya Bello Pleads Not Guilty to 16-Count Charge

Ex-Gov Yahaya Bello Pleads Not Guilty to 16-Count Charge

The immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello has pleaded not guilty to a 16-count charge the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, preferred against him. Bello was docked before trial Justice Maryann Anenih of a High Court of the Federal Capital Territory sitting at Maitama, alongside two other defendants, Umar Oricha and […]

Davido Faces Threats Over Lagos Concert After Controversial US Interview”

Davido Faces Threats Over Lagos Concert After Controversial US Interview"

Davido has claimed that there are threats to cancel his show in Lagos state billed for December 24th over his recent US interview.  Recall that the singer has recently come under fire from some Nigerians after going on an interview to expose that the Nigerian economy is in shambles, while discouraging Nigerians in the diaspora […]

Man City’s Defensive Woes continue After Draw With Feyenoord

Man City's Defensive Woes continue After Draw With Feyenoord

Pep Guardiola has said his Manchester City side were “fragile”, while they were also labelled “weak” and “frail” after surrendering a 3-0 Champions League lead against Feyenoord at Etihad Stadium. Instead of heading to Liverpool on the back of a morale-boosting win, the defending Premier League champions face their title rivals at Anfield on Sunday […]

Drake Sues UMG and Spotify Over Kendrick Lamar’s Hit Song ‘Not Like Us’

The lawsuit, filed on November 25, 2024,

Canadian rapper Drake has taken legal action against his record label, Universal Music Group (UMG), and music streaming giant Spotify, accusing them of unethical practices to promote Kendrick Lamar’s hit single Not Like Us. The lawsuit, filed on November 25, 2024, marks a dramatic escalation in the long-standing rap rivalry between Drake and Lamar. Allegations […]

Tyla Takes the Lead in 2024 Billboard Music Awards

Tyla Takes the Lead in 2024 Billboard Music Awards

South African superstar Tyla has cemented her dominance in the global music scene by receiving the most nominations in the Top Afrobeats Song category at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards. She leads the category with three entries, all singles from her critically acclaimed debut studio album, Tyla, released on March 22, 2024. The nominated tracks—”Water”, […]

National Assembly Approve President Tinubu’s ₦1.77 trillion loan request

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 […]

Nigerian Auto Dealer Gifts Davido Luxury Car for 32nd Birthday

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 […]

New NNL Season Set to Begin on November 30 with 36 Teams

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 […]