Man City’s Defensive Woes continue After Draw With Feyenoord
Pep Guardiola has said his Manchester City side were “fragile”, while they were also labelled “weak” and “frail” after surrendering a 3-0 Champions League lead against Feyenoord at Etihad Stadium. Instead of heading to Liverpool on the back of a morale-boosting win, the defending Premier League champions face their title rivals at Anfield on Sunday […]
President Tinubu Celebrates Port Harcourt Refinery Revival
President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) on the successful revitalisation of the Port Harcourt refinery, marked by the official commencement of petroleum product loading on Tuesday. A statement by Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy), Bayo Onanuga, said the president acknowledged the pivotal […]
Drake Sues UMG and Spotify Over Kendrick Lamar’s Hit Song ‘Not Like Us’
Canadian rapper Drake has taken legal action against his record label, Universal Music Group (UMG), and music streaming giant Spotify, accusing them of unethical practices to promote Kendrick Lamar’s hit single Not Like Us. The lawsuit, filed on November 25, 2024, marks a dramatic escalation in the long-standing rap rivalry between Drake and Lamar. Allegations […]
Tyla Takes the Lead in 2024 Billboard Music Awards
South African superstar Tyla has cemented her dominance in the global music scene by receiving the most nominations in the Top Afrobeats Song category at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards. She leads the category with three entries, all singles from her critically acclaimed debut studio album, Tyla, released on March 22, 2024. The nominated tracks—”Water”, […]
Israel and Lebanon Near 60-Day Ceasefire Deal Amid Key Talks
Israel and Lebanon appear to be close to a ceasefire deal, with the Israeli cabinet set to meet today to discuss it, Israeli and US officials say. A 60-day truce is being proposed to end fighting between Israel and the Iranian-backed Lebanese militia Hezbollah. It is said to include the withdrawal of Israeli forces from […]
Nigerian Auto Dealer Gifts Davido Luxury Car for 32nd Birthday
Afrobeat superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, received a brand-new Escalade 600 premium luxury car as a birthday gift from Dallas-based Nigerian auto dealer Mr. Jay Autos LLC. In celebration of Davido’s 32nd birthday on Thursday, the auto dealer shared images of the vehicle on Instagram, writing, “On your birthday, our brand, Mr. Jay […]
Ikeja Set to Host Inaugural 10km Capital City Race This Saturday
Preparations are in top gear for the maiden 10km Capital City Race, holding this Saturday in Ikeja, Lagos. Briefing newsmen yesterday, Director General, Lagos State Sports Commission Lekan Fatodu, says the state government welcomes individuals or corporate bodies who are ready to key into the THEMES-plus agenda of the state government. The convener of the […]
Mali Prime Minister Resigns Amid Political Tensions
The Prime Minister of Mali, Choguel Maiga has been fired. It follows Maiga’s criticism of the military junta’s failure to organize elections within a promised 24-month transition back to democracy. The military rulers, who seized power in successive coups in 2020 and 2021, had promised to hold elections in February but postponed the vote indefinitely […]
Beyoncé to Headline NFL Christmas Halftime Show
Famous American singer, BeyoncĂ© is set to headline the 2024 National Football League’s Christmas programming. The 43-year-old singer in a post on her Instagram page, announced that she will be performing during the halftime show of Houston Texans vs Baltimore Ravens NFL game. BeyoncĂ©’s performance at the match-up between Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens is […]
Edo Queens Fall Lose to TP Mazembe in CAF WCL Semifinals
Edo Queens FC yesterday suffered a 3-1 defeat against TP Mazembe of Congo in the semifinals of the ongoing CAF Women’s Championship League in Morocco. Nigeria’s sole representative at the competition, will now fight for the bronze medal in the third-place match against FC Masar of Egypt on Friday, WHILE TP Mazembe will now lock […]