Benita Okojie Drops Uplifting New Single “Joy”

Benita Okojie Drops Uplifting New Single “Joy”

Gospel artist Benita Okojie has released a new single titled “Joy”, a heartfelt anthem centered on faith, peace, and the unwavering presence of God’s joy. With the recurring line “Eghoghon Re Vade” (He is bringing joy), Benita encourages listeners to trust in Jesus through every season of life. The song is a reminder that, even […]

Yung Filly Pleads Not Guilty to Sexual Assault Charges

Yung Filly Pleads Not Guilty to Sexual Assault Charges

British rapper and internet personality, Yung Filly, has pleaded not guilty to multiple sexual assault charges in Western Australia. The star, whose real name is Andres Valencia Barrientos, appeared before Perth Magistrates Court yesterday. Court documents revealed he pleaded not guilty to three counts of assault occasioning bodily harm, one of strangulation and four counts […]

UK-Nigeria Launch Creative Industries Working Group Under Trade Partnership

UK-Nigeria Launch Creative Industries Working Group Under Trade Partnership

UK and Nigeria Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership (ETIP) Launches Creative Industries Technical Working Group London, UK, 11th March 2025  In a major stride toward fostering innovation and collaboration, the UK and Nigeria have officially launched the Creative Industries Technical Working Group, marking a pivotal development in the UK-Nigeria Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership (ETIP). This partnership […]

US Pulls Staff from South Sudan Over Unrest

US Pulls Staff from South Sudan Over Unrest

The United States has ordered all its non-emergency staff in South Sudan to leave, amid rising tensions in the country. Issing the directive, the US State Department warned that fighting was ongoing in South Sudan between various political and ethnic groups and that “weapons are readily available to the population”. Fighting in recent days has […]

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 […]

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 […]

Kylie Kelce Praises Taylor Swift’s Work Ethic

Kylie Kelce Praises Taylor Swift’s Work Ethic

Kylie Kelce has nothing but admiration for Taylor Swift. During the latest episode of her Not Gonna Lie podcast on March 6, Kylie—wife of Jason Kelce, the older brother of NFL star Travis Kelce—shared her thoughts on Swift’s dedication and work ethic. As she chatted with guest Kate Hudson, the conversation shifted to Beyoncé and […]

Trump Issues ‘Last Warning’ to Hamas Over Hostages

Trump Issues ‘Last Warning’ to Hamas Over Hostages

US President Donald Trump has issued what he called a “last warning” to Hamas to release the hostages being held in Gaza. It comes just hours after the White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the US has been negotiating directly with Hamas to try to secure the release of the hostages. Washington has until […]

Daycare Owner Gets 45 Years for Fentanyl Death of 1-Year-Old

Daycare Owner Gets 45 Years for Fentanyl Death of 1-Year-Old

Grei Mendez, a 37-year-old New York City daycare owner, has been sentenced to 45 years in prison for operating her Bronx childcare facility as a fentanyl stash house, leading to the death of a 1-year-old boy and the poisoning of three other children. Mendez pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute narcotics resulting in death and […]