Tems creates a new record on Spotify 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. 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 […]
Super Eagles Coach Finidi George Confident of Team’s Revival in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers
The Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George, has expressed optimism that his team will regain their winning form in the ongoing 2026 World Cup qualifiers, despite a recent string of disappointing results. Nigeria’s national football team has now gone three matches without a win in the qualifiers, following a 1-1 draw against South Africa last […]
Saudi Arabia Announces Sighting of Dhul Hijjah Crescent, Marking the Start of the Holy Month and Eid Al Adha
Saudi Arabia has officially announced the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent, signaling the commencement of the 12th month of the Islamic lunar calendar. This significant event marks the beginning of the holy month of Dhul Hijjah, which ushers in Eid Al Adha, one of the most important festivals in Islam. In a formal announcement, […]
Stage Play “GOWON” to Depict Life and Legacy of Former Nigerian Military Head of State
A captivating stage play titled “GOWON,” portraying the life and legacy of retired General Yakubu Gowon, Nigeria’s former military head of state, is set to be staged in Lagos from August 24 to August 25. This production is brought to life by the Duke of Shomolu Foundation, with the script penned by the esteemed Prof. Ahmed Yerima, who will […]
Woman sues Netflix over Baby Reindeer character
A Scottish woman who allegedly inspired the character Martha in the hit Netflix drama Baby Reindeer is suing the streamer for defamation, negligence and privacy violations. Fiona Harvey, who says Martha is based on her, argued in a lawsuit filed in a California court on Thursday that Netflix told “brutal lies” about her to over […]
Premier League Clubs Vote to Retain VAR
English Premier League clubs voted on Thursday to continue using the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system for the upcoming season, despite ongoing controversies and criticisms. The decision was made at the Premier League’s annual general meeting, where 19 out of the 20 clubs voted in favor of retaining the technology. According to the BBC, Wolverhampton […]
US Sanctions Palestinian Militant Group Lion’s Den
The US State Department announced on Thursday that it has sanctioned the West Bank-based Palestinian militant group Lion’s Den in response to its involvement in a series of violent incidents over the past two years. Lion’s Den, operating out of the city of Nablus, has been implicated in numerous violent attacks targeting Israeli settlements as […]
Caf admits Wafcon and Afcon ‘scheduling nightmare’
Organisers of Africa’s premier men’s and women’s international football tournaments have admitted they face a “scheduling nightmare”, but dates for forthcoming editions are closer to being agreed. General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (Caf), Veron Mosengo-Omba in an interview, promised that an announcement on the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) in […]
Afrobeats Star Ruger Drops Two New Singles, Prepares for European Tour
Nigerian dancehall sensation Ruger has bolstered his impressive discography with the release of two brand-new singles, “Luv Again” and “Make Way.” These tracks, which dropped on June 5, 2024, mark the beginning of what promises to be an eventful summer for the Afrobeats star, known for his infectious rhythms and catchy melodies. Ruger, who burst […]
