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Athletics Federation assures of adequate preparation for athletes ahead of Paris 2024 Olympics

The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has assured that serious preparations are ongoing ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics amidst rumours of inactivity. A Press Release signed by the Secretary-General of the Federation, Rita Mosindi, emphasized its commitment to ensuring Nigeria’s representation at the global sporting event, acknowledging the support from the sports ministry, including […]

UK’s Prime Minister promises to start Rwanda flights in 10-12 weeks

Rishi Sunak’s flagship Rwanda bill is finally set to become law after months of wrangling ended in a parliamentary showdown shortly before midnight. It designates Rwanda a safe country and is a key part of the government’s plans to send some asylum seekers there. The bill has been fiercely criticised by opposition parties but the […]

Nigeria’s Diana Paul will today begin an attempt to break a Guinness World Record

Nigeria’s Diana Paul is attempting to break a Guinness World Record (GWR)

Nigeria’s Diana Paul will today begin an attempt to break a Guinness World Record (GWR) of 105 hours in singing marathon event. The one-of-a-kind event scheduled to hold at the Blake Resort, Garki, Abuja, would see the song writer, and girl-child enthusiast attempt to set the new singing marathon record currently held by India’s Sunil […]

TikTok Expresses Concerns Over Bill Mandating Potential U.S. Ban On The App

Video hosting service TikTok says a potential ban on its app in the US would “trample the free speech” of 170 million Americans. The US House of Representatives voted at the weekend to ban TikTok if the app’s owner does not cut its ties with China. The legislation was part of a US foreign policy […]

Kenya’s Peres Jepchirchir has set a world record for a women-only marathon

Kenya’s Peres Jepchirchir has set a world record for a women-only marathon. The Olympic champion stormed to victory in a world-record time of two hours 16 minutes and 16 seconds in the London Marathon yesterday. The 30-year-old athlete finished ahead of World record holder Tigst Assefa, and Joyciline Jepkosgei in third. Another Kenyan won the […]

Manchester United to play Manchester City in FA Cup final

Manchester United had to battle their way on penalties against Coventry City to make the FA Cup final after squandering a 3-goal lead. Erik ten Hag’s men won the shootout at Wembley 4-2, with Rasmus Hojlund scoring the decisive spot kick after the teams were level at 3-3 after extra time. The red devils will […]

Tinubu celebrates chess master Tunde Onakoya’s new world record

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Tunde Onakoya on setting a new world chess record and putting up Nigeria’s resilience, self-belief, and ingenuity for global acclaim. According to a statement by his media aide, Ajuri Ngelale, Onakoya broke the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon on Saturday, after playing for over 58 hours and […]

Davido becomes the third Nigerian artist to sell out Madison Square Garden

On April 17, 2024, the Grammy-nominated Afrobeats musician wowed fans with an incredible performance in Madison Square Garden as part of his ongoing Timeless Tour. Davido had been building anticipation on his social media ahead of his maiden concert at the 19,000-capacity Madison Square Garden. Davido also made a stop at Sway’s Universe radio to promote the […]

Thousands Of Taylor Swift Fans Hit By UK ticket Scams

Thousands of fans of pop megastar Taylor Swift have been hit by a wave of concert ticket scams ahead of her tour in the UK later this year. British bank Lloyds, said at least 3,000 victims are likely to have been tricked into buying fake tickets since July, with over £1 million ($1.24 million) being […]

Chess Master Tunde Onakoya Begins 58-Hour Marathon In New York

Renowned chess player Tunde Onakoya has embarked on a mission to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon. The marathon began at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 17, and is scheduled to conclude at 8 p.m. on April 19. Onakoya aims to play continuously for 58 hours without suffering a defeat, and […]