Senate Targets Harmful Fruit Ripening Chemicals
The Senate has raised alarm over the growing use of dangerous chemicals particularly calcium carbide by fruit vendors to artificially ripen fruits, resolving to amend existing laws to criminalise such practice. Describing use of hazardous substances for fruit ripening as a major public health threat to consumers across the country, the lawmakers called for more […]
Ronke and Florence Olarinoye Win Weightlifting Medals for Lagos
Mother and daughter winning medals for Lagos state – Ronke (mother) and Florence (daughter) Olarinoye, who both competed in the women’s weightlifting. Ronke led the way, winning two medals in the 45kg: GOLD š with a lift of 65kg, Silver š„finishing 2nd overall in her category lifting a total of 140kg. Florence on her part, […]
De Bruyne Bids Farewell to Man City
Kevin De Bruyne bid an emotional farewell to the Etihad Stadium as Manchester City beat Bournemouth 3ā1 in their final home game of the season. De Bruyne missed a golden chance to score on his 142nd and final home league appearance, but left the pitch to a standing ovation in the 69th minute. The win […]
2024 Ballon dāOr to Award Men and Women Equally for First Time
The 2024 Ballon dāOr ceremony is set for September 22 in Paris, and for the first time, men and women will receive an equal number of awards. Organisers announced new categories for women, including best goalkeeper, top scorer, and best young player, bringing the total to six each for men and women. An additional Socrates […]
Ibadan Airport to Begin International Flights by June 2026
Oyo State Government says the Ladoke Akintola International Airport in Ibadan will begin international flight operations by June 2026.Ā Its Commissioner for Information, Dotun Oyelade, announced yesterday that the international terminal is 15% complete, while major upgrades to the runway and safety systems are underway to modernize the airport and boost both domestic and international […]
SE Reps Seek JAMB Boss Resignation Over UTME Failures
The South East Caucus of the House of Representatives has called for the resignation of JAMB Registrar Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, citing a “catastrophic institutional failure” during the 2025 UTME affected by technical glitches, which affected nearly 380,000 students.Ā The caucus said the Boardās response has been grossly inadequate, while also lamenting poor communication, scheduling conflicts […]
Jessica Simpson Returns to the Stage at American Idol Finale
Jessica Simpson made a stunning return to the stage on Sunday, May 18, as she performed on American Idol during its season 23 finale. The 44-year-old singer and fashion mogul showcased her powerful vocals as she performed her latest track, āBlame Me,ā from her Nashville Canyon, Pt. 1 album. She was later joined by former […]
Cassie Testifies Against Diddy in Sex-Trafficking Trial
American rapper, Sean “Diddy” Combs’ ex-girlfriend, Casandra Ventura (Cassie), has told the hip-hop mogul’s sex-trafficking trial that he controlled her life and coerced her into “humiliating” sex acts. The America singer, popularly known a Cassie, took the stand as the prosecution’s key witness in the sex-trafficking trial of “Diddy” in New York yesterday. The hip-hop […]
Adichie to Headline āThings Fall Apartā Festival in Enugu
Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie will headline the inaugural āThings Fall Apartā Festival in Enugu State, scheduled for June 29 to July 5, 2025.The festival, organized by the Centre for Memories ā Ncheta Ndigbo, expands on the annual Things Fall Apart Day to honor Chinua Achebeās global literary legacy. Adichie, seen as a literary […]
Lagos to Monetize ā¦3T Assets, Enforce Tax Compliance
The Lagos State Commissioner of Finance, Mr. Abayomi Oluyomi, has announced a sweeping shift in the state’s financial strategy with a plan to unlock revenue from previously untapped areas, including the securitization of idle state assets and the establishment of long-term financial structures. A key component of this strategy is the identification and valuation of […]