Chris Brown Released on £5M Bail in UK Assault Case
American R&B artist Chris Brown, known for his past relationship with pop icon Rihanna, was released on bail Wednesday in connection with an assault charge in the UK. A judge set bail at £5 million, which Brown must forfeit if he fails to return for scheduled performances in Britain. The 36-year-old singer is allowed to […]
Mercy Johnson Opens Up on Past Cancer Scare, Lifelong Treatment
Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie has recently opened up about a life-altering health challenge, sharing new details of her past thyroid cancer scare in a resurfaced and now widely circulated video featuring veteran actress Joke Silva. In the candid conversation, Mercy revealed that doctors discovered a potentially cancerous growth on her thyroid, prompting immediate surgery for […]
Trump Announces Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Talks After Putin Call
U.S. President Donald Trump says Russia and Ukraine will begin immediate negotiations toward a ceasefire following a two-hour call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump described the talks as “very well,” though no timeline was set. Putin confirmed willingness to discuss a future peace agreement but did not commit to a ceasefire. Ukrainian President Volodymyr […]
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. 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 […]
Gary Lineker to Exit BBC After Season Ends
Former England captain and long-time Match of the Day host Gary Lineker will leave the BBC after the current football season. His exit comes shortly after he shared — and later deleted — a social media post featuring an image criticized as anti-Semitic. Lineker issued a public apology, acknowledging the mistake and saying stepping down […]
China Introduces Visa-Free Entry for Five Latin American Nations
China is set to welcome more visitors with a new visa-free policy. Starting June 1st, citizens from five Latin American countries – Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay – will be allowed to stay in China for up to 30 days without a visa. This one-year trial program aims to strengthen ties between China and […]
FG Unveils Online Platform for Permits and Citizenship
The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched an Online Citizenship and Business Management Platform to simplify business permit applications, work permits for foreign employees, and Nigerian citizenship applications. Contained in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, the new digital system is designed to reduce delays, enhance […]
Army Denies Neglecting Widows of Fallen Soldiers
The Nigerian Army has denied allegations of neglecting widows of fallen soldiers, stating that it has a robust welfare system in place to support the families of deceased personnel. According to Lt.-Col. Appolonia Anele, Acting Director of Army Public Relations, the Army urged individuals making allegations to come forward with specific details and evidence to […]
Tinubu Highlights Strength in Diversity at Pope’s Inauguration
President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to embrace the country’s diversity as a strength for unity, stability, and progress. Making the call during a meeting with Catholic Bishops in Rome on Sunday after the inauguration of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, President Tinubu said Nigeria’s hope lies in using its diversity for prosperity, not adversity, stressing the need for […]
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 […]