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 […]
BET Awards 2025: Ayra Starr, Tems & Burna Boy Lead African Nominees
BET officially unveiled the highly anticipated nominees for the “BET Awards” 2025, spotlighting a diverse slate of artists from around the globe. Leading the charge from Africa are powerhouse talents Burna Boy, Tems, Rema, Tyla, Ayra Starr, Black Sherif, Shallipopi, Shaboozey, Odeal, Maglera Doe Boy, Uncle Waffles, Dlala Thukzin, Abigail Chams, TxC, all recognized for their exceptional contributions to music […]
Tory Lanez Stabbed 14 Times in Prison
Tory Lanez’s team has confirmed that the artist was the victim of a stabbing incident while in prison. Shortly after a report emerged on Monday, May 12, stating that the performer had allegedly been attacked by another inmate, an official statement appeared on his Instagram account confirming the incident. According to the statement, the individual […]
Dr. Akinwumi Adesina to Keynote AgriConnect Summit 2025
We are honoured to announce that Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), will deliver the Keynote Address at AgriConnect Summit 2025, taking place on May 30th at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. A renowned agricultural economist, global development leader, and 2017 World Food Prize Laureate, Dr. Adesina has consistently championed the transformation of […]
FEC Endorses Medipool to Lower Drug Prices
In a bid to strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare system and reduce escalating costs of pharmaceutical products and drugs in the country, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) approved Medipool, a group purchasing organisation, as supplier of essential healthcare products across Nigeria. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Dr Ali Pate, who announced this after FEC […]
Amorim: I’ll Step Down if Man Utd’s Poor Form Continues
Ruben Amorim has conceded he should step aside as manager if Manchester United take their poor league form from the end of this season into the next campaign. United’s poor finish hit another low at Old Trafford as they lost 2-0 to a West Ham side that had failed to win any of their previous […]
WHO Warns of Looming Nurse Shortage in Africa
The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised concerns about a potential healthcare crisis in Africa. With the region’s nurse-to-population ratio is already one of the lowest globally, 42% of nurses on the continent plan to emigrate, worsening the existing shortage. To address this, the WHO recommends expanding nursing education, improving working conditions, and introducing advanced […]
Odumodublvck Praises Davido’s N10M Gift to His Girlfriend
Rapper Odumodublvck has hailed Davido for his generosity, after the Afrobeats singer gifted his girlfriend N10 million for “being a real gee”. In an interview with Osi on Beat 99.9 FM’s Morning Rush, Odumodublvck attributed his girlfriend’s support as a key factor in his success. Recall that Odumodublvck recently won the Next Rated and Best […]
AY Pardoned by EFCC Over Naira Abuse Incident
Comedian and actor, Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, was recently invited by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on allegations of Naira abuse at a social event, an act classified as a violation of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s regulations on currency mutilation. Taking to Instagram yesterday to update his fans, AY thanked the EFCC for […]
PSG Beat Arsenal to Reach Champions League Final
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured their place in the UEFA Champions League final after defeating Arsenal 2–1 in the second leg of their semi-final last night. The win ensured the French side advanced 3–1 on aggregate. PSG will now face Inter Milan in the final on May 31 in Munich, marking their second-ever Champions League final […]