D’Tigress confident of win against France in today’s Olympics women’s basketball game
Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, are confident about securing another victory in their second group-stage clash against the host nation, France, at the Paris 2024 Olympics women’s basketball game, scheduled for today, August 1. The team in a post on its X handle assured fans of their resilience and commitment, expressing their hunger for […]
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu Meets Wives Of Governors
The Federal Government has announced the upcoming launch of the ‘Renewed Hope’ Empowerment Initiative, aimed at supporting petty traders across the thirty-six states of the federation. First Lady Oluremi Tinubu who revealed this during a meeting with the wives of state governors, who also doubles as the State Coordinators of the Renewed Hope Initiative, RHI, […]
Big Brother Naija Returns for Season Nine with Grand Prize of ₦100 Million and SUV
The highly anticipated reality TV show, Big Brother Naija, is set to return for its ninth season with an exciting lineup and grand prizes. This year’s winner will walk away with a grand prize of ₦100 million and a brand-new SUV. The announcement was made by Busola Tejumola, MultiChoice’s Executive Head of Content and West […]
Gareth Southgate resigns as England Coach after Euro 2024 loss
England manager Gareth Southgate has resigned two days after his team’s defeat by Spain in the 2024 European Championship final. 53-year-old Southgate managed his country for 102 games in eight years in charge. His contract was set to expire later this year. Announcing his departure, Southgate said it has been the honour to play for […]
Kenyan anti-government protesters demand President Ruto’s resignation
Anti-government protesters in Kenya have returned to the streets, demanding for President William Ruto to resign, despite his recent concessions. Reports say one man has been shot dead during a confrontation between the protesters and security forces on the outskirts of the capital. In central Nairobi, shops have been closed as police have fired tear […]
Wizkid Nominated for Seven Awards at Africa Arts Entertainments Awards (AAEA)
Nigerian Afrobeat sensation Wizkid has garnered significant recognition, securing nominations in seven categories at the upcoming Africa Arts Entertainments Awards (AAEA). The AAEA aims to honor and celebrate the outstanding achievements of music artists across the African continent. Wizkid, a prominent figure in the Afrobeat genre, is set to compete in several key categories, including […]
Thomas Muller announces retirement from German national team
Germany striker, Thomas Mueller, is retiring from international football after a disappointing Euro 2024 that saw the host nation eliminated in the quarterfinals. Muller announced his decision in a video statement, after 131 national team games and 45 goals. The striker who turns 35 in September, will however, continue to play for his club Bayern […]
Donald Trump picks Senator Vance half his age as Running Mate
Donald Trump has named right-wing Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate in the US presidential election. The 78-year old Trump, announced his pick on the first day of the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee, few days after an assassination attempt on him. The 39-year-old Vance embraces Trump’s anti-immigration America First movement. One of […]
US museum returns looted Benin artefacts today
A United States museum, has concluded plans to hand over looted Benin Bronzes to Oba of Benin, Ewuare II. The Chief Press Secretary to the Oba, Osaigbovo Iguobaro, said in a statement yesterday that the Benin monarch would be receiving the artefacts looted from the Oba palace over a century ago, today (Monday). Osaigbovo said […]
Kaffy to Celebrate 25th Anniversary as a Professional Dancer in 2025
Renowned Nigerian dancer Kafayat Shafau, widely known as “Kaffy,” has unveiled plans to celebrate her 25th anniversary as a professional dancer in 2025. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday, Kaffy announced her intention to organize mentorship and coaching classes for aspiring dancers as part of the anniversary celebrations. She will […]
