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Cubana Chief Priest Ordered to Forfeit ₦10 Million in Settlement with EFCC

The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered popular celebrity bartender and businessman, Pascal Okechukwu, also known as Cubana Chief Priest, to forfeit the sum of ₦10 million to the Federal Government. 

The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered popular celebrity bartender and businessman, Pascal Okechukwu, also known as Cubana Chief Priest, to forfeit the sum of ₦10 million to the Federal Government.  This decision comes as a part of a settlement agreement concerning allegations of Naira abuse. The terms of the settlement were adopted by […]

Young Jonn Announces North American ‘Jiggy Forever’ Tour

Afro-pop star, Young Jonn, is set to kick-off his headline North American Jiggy Forever Tour, on September 6 in Montreal.

Afro-pop star, Young Jonn, is set to kick-off his headline North American Jiggy Forever Tour, on September 6 in Montreal. The tour is off the back of the release of his debut LP ‘Jiggy Forever’, and he is pumped to thrill fans with a collection of his hit singles. Kicking off on September 6, the 10-date tour will see Young […]

NFF denies talks with Herve Renardover Super Eagles coaching job

Nigeria Football Federation has denied it held talks with French tactician, Herve Renard, for the vacant Super Eagles coaching job.

Nigeria Football Federation has denied it held talks with French tactician, Herve Renard, for the vacant Super Eagles coaching job. The dismissal comes after reports emerged that the Federation was in contact with Renard to lead the Super Eagles. The NFF are in the hunt for a new head coach for the Super Eagles following […]

Senegal identifies Covid-19 from Hajj returnees

Senegal's health authorities have detected Covid-19 in dozens of pilgrims returning from the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca. 

Senegal’s health authorities have detected Covid-19 in dozens of pilgrims returning from the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca.  From tests conducted at Dakar’s Blaise Diagne International Airport, 78 cases of Covid-19 were recorded among the returning pilgrims. The health ministry indicated that these results were not unexpected, as returning pilgrims had been advised to wear masks […]

Tamayo Perry dies after being attacked by shark while surfing in Hawaii

Pirates of the Caribbean actor, Tamayo Perry, has died after being attacked by a shark while surfing in Hawaii.

Pirates of the Caribbean actor, Tamayo Perry, has died after being attacked by a shark while surfing in Hawaii. The 49-year-old died on Sunday afternoon after emergency services were called to the Beach. Perry, who was also a lifeguard, was pronounced dead by paramedics after being brought to shore by jet ski. For more news […]

Injured Murray ‘not made decision’ on Wimbledon farewell

Andy Murray has not made a decision on whether he will be fit enough to make a planned Wimbledon farewell next week.

Andy Murray has not made a decision on whether he will be fit enough to make a planned Wimbledon farewell next week. The 37-year-old Briton had a procedure on a back issue at the weekend. Murray is set to retire later this year and hopes for a final appearance at Wimbledon, where he won two […]

Wizkid Hints at Collaborations with Nigerian Artists for Upcoming Album “Morayo”

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Wizkid has revealed plans to collaborate with fellow Nigerian artists on his highly anticipated sixth album, titled "Morayo." 

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Wizkid has revealed plans to collaborate with fellow Nigerian artists on his highly anticipated sixth album, titled “Morayo.”  The album is a heartfelt tribute to his late mother. During an interactive session with fans on X (formerly known as Twitter) today, Wizkid shared that he has been in the studio with several prominent […]

Nigeria’s U-17 Women team faces tough draw in World Cup Group A

Nigeria’s women’s U-17 national team, the Flamingos, have been drawn in Group A for the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

Nigeria’s women’s U-17 national team, the Flamingos, have been drawn in Group A for the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The Flamingos will face the host nation Dominican Republic, Ecuador, and New Zealand in Group A. This will mark the third time in recent that a Nigerian team will be grouped with the hosts haven […]

Sierra Leone’s parliament outlaws child marriage

Sierra Leone's parliament has approved a law banning child marriage, in a development lauded by activists as a major win for children's rights.

Sierra Leone’s parliament has approved a law banning child marriage, in a development lauded by activists as a major win for children’s rights. The legislation, welcomed by activists and rights groups, criminalizes the marriage of girls under the age of 18 and imposes stringent penalties on offenders. Under the new law, individuals found guilty of […]

Rangers Crowned 2023/24 NPFL Champions

Rangers International Football Club of Enugu, have been crowned champions of the Nigerian Premier Football League 2023/2024 season.

Rangers International Football Club of Enugu, have been crowned champions of the Nigerian Premier Football League 2023/2024 season. The flying antelopes emerged champions with a 2-1 victory over Gombe United at the Zaria road stadium in Jos to clinch its 8th league title amazing 70 points from 38 matches played during the concluded league season. […]