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Nigerian Superstar Asake Announces New Album and “Lungu Boy World Tour”

Nigerian superstar Asake has delighted his fans with the announcement of a new album that will be released later in the year.

Nigerian superstar Asake has delighted his fans with the announcement of a new album that will be released later in the year. The Grammy-nominated star made the announcement, via his social media handle while also dropping the dates for his upcoming “Lungu Boy World Tour”. Asake’s upcoming album will be his third album in 3 […]

Ten Hag to remain Man Utd manager after review

Erik Ten Hag will remain as manager of Manchester United following a post-season review by the club's board.

Erik Ten Hag will remain as manager of Manchester United following a post-season review by the club’s board. United instigated their review immediately after the FA Cup final win over Manchester City. Ten Hag, who has been on holiday with his family in Ibiza, is known to be delighted at the outcome of yesterday’s review, […]

US President’s son Hunter Biden found guilty of all gun trial charges

US President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter Biden has been found guilty on all three charges in his federal gun trial, becoming the first son of a sitting US president to be criminally convicted.

US President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter Biden has been found guilty on all three charges in his federal gun trial, becoming the first son of a sitting US president to be criminally convicted. The 12-person jury found the 54 year old Hunter, lied about his drug use on a form when purchasing a handgun in […]

SA rapper mourns 9 years old daughter, killed in car crash

South African rapper Shebeshxt is mourning the death of his nine-year-old daughter after she died in a car crash.

South African rapper Shebeshxt is mourning the death of his nine-year-old daughter after she died in a car crash. In addition to losing his daughter, the rapper, whose real name is Lehlogonolo Katlego Chauke, also shared that he had lost his foot in the crash, which occurred at the weekend when he was travelling with […]

Jannik Sinner reaches No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings

Janik Sinner has risen to world No.1 after the ATP released its new rankings today.

Janik Sinner has risen to world No.1 after the ATP released its new rankings today. The move makes Sinner the first Italian ever to hold the top spot. reached the semi-finals of the French Open where he was beaten by eventual champion Carlos Alcaraz who climbs to second, nudging 37-year-old Djokovic, who has been No.1 […]

Super Eagles Struggle in 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, Minister Demands Explanation

The Super Eagles have faced a disappointing setback in their quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, failing to secure a win in their recent matches against South Africa and Benin Republic.

The Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, are facing significant challenges in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers following their failure to secure maximum points against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic in a recent match. The Super Eagles, eager for a victory after a draw against South Africa in their previous fixture, suffered a […]

European Union Increases Schengen Visa Application Fees for Non-EU Citizens

The European Union (EU) has announced a hike in Schengen visa application fees for adult African and other non-EU citizens. The fee, previously set at €80, will now stand at €90 per application.

The European Union (EU) has announced a hike in Schengen visa application fees for adult African and other non-EU citizens. The fee, previously set at €80, will now stand at €90 per application. This adjustment, disclosed by the European Commission on its official website, is scheduled to take effect from June 11, 2024. As per the […]

Tems creates a new record on Spotify for a Nigerian female artist

On June 7, 2024, boosted by the release of her debut album 'Born In The Wild', Tems accumulated 8 million streams which is a record for a Nigerian female artist.

Tems achieved her greatest Spotify streaming day on June 7, 2024, the day after her debut album “Born In The Wild” was released. Tems recorded 5.33 million global streams on the first day of her first album, placing her second behind Ayra Starr, who recorded 6.3 opening day streams for her newly released sophomore album, […]

Oriental derby abandoned as Enyimba protests penalty decision

it was a catastrophic and abrupt end to the oriental derby between Enugu Rangers and Enyimba International, after the game was abandoned following a late penalty call.

It was a catastrophic and abrupt end to the oriental derby between Enugu Rangers and Enyimba International, after the game was abandoned following a late penalty call. The Week 35 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match, which was a title decider, saw Enyimba player abandon the game, and fans invaded the pitch, after a penalty […]