Plane Overturns at Toronto Pearson Airport
One child and two adults have been critically injured after a plane crashed and overturned while landing at Toronto Pearson airport in Canada. Images shared on social media show a plane which appears to have flipped over on the snow-covered tarmac. It appears to be missing at least one of its wings. Toronto Pearson airport […]
U.S. and Russia Hold Ukraine Talks Without Kyiv
High-level delegations from the U.S. and Russia were set to begin talks in Saudi Arabia today Tuesday over the fate of Ukraine — negotiations taking place — without Ukraine. Ahead of the talks that the State Department said were aimed to discuss ending the now three-year-long war, an American delegation headed by Secretary of State […]
Omniverse Africa Summit 2025: Empowering Innovation
We’re thrilled to welcome you onboard for the Omniverse Africa Summit 2025!, we’re excited to share this transformative experience with you. Last year’s inaugural edition had a profound impact on the creative landscape, and we’re taking it to the next level this year. Whether you’re a creativity enthusiast, innovator, professional, or business leader, there’s something for […]
Sabrina Carpenter Stuns at SNL 50th Afterparty
On Sunday, February 16, Espresso singer Sabrina Carpenter captivated the audience at SNL’s 50th Anniversary Afterparty at The Plaza Hotel in New York City with a mix of classic hits across genres. Swapping her earlier glittery gown for a chic white mini-dress and fur shrug, the 25-year-old took the stage, delivering a soulful rendition of […]
Meranda Becomes Lagos’ First Female Speaker Amid Controversy
On January 12, 2025, Mojisola Meranda was elected Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly following the impeachment of Mudashiru Obasa over allegations of financial misconduct. Her appointment marks a historic moment as she becomes the first female Speaker in the Assembly’s history. However, her tenure has faced ongoing controversy. The latest incident saw […]
Liverpool Stays Top with Wolves Win
Liverpool’s lead at the top of the Premier League remains seven points after a 2-1 win over Wolves on Sunday. It responded to Arsenal’s 2-0 victory at Leicester 24 hours earlier that initially cut the lead to four. Manchester City were the big winners in the race for a place in next season’s Champions League […]
Chiney Ogwumike Named First Female BAL Ambassador
Nigerian American basketball star, two-time WNBA All-Star, and ESPN analyst Chiney Ogwumike has been named the first female Basketball Africa League (BAL) Ambassador. The announcement was made by BAL President Amadou Gallo Fall during the NBA Africa All-Star Luncheon at NBA All-Star Weekend 2025 in San Francisco, USA. Chiney, who joins an elite list of […]
Tinubu Backs Africa-Led Credit Rating Agency
President Bola Tinubu says he strongly supports an Africa-led credit rating agency (ACRA), saying it will provide fairer, more transparent credit assessments for African economies. Speaking yesterday at the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union (AU) Heads of State and Government in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, President Tinubu explained that an independent […]
Windey Plans an “Early Night in Bed” with Girlfriend on Valentine’s Day
Gabby Windey has a special Valentine’s Day planned with her girlfriend, comedian Robby Hoffman, featuring a highly sought-after dinner reservation, a new phone plan, and a unique accessory. Speaking at an event in New York City on February 13, the former Bachelorette star shared that they secured a table at Carbone, one of the city’s […]
Lagos to Mark Illegal Buildings on Banana Island for Demolition
The Lagos State Government has announced that it will begin marking illegal buildings on Banana Island for demolition, by Monday February 17. General Manager, Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA), Mr Gbolahan Oki, who made the announcement at a stakeholders meeting on Banana Island, yesterday said the buildings were encroaching on prohibited areas, violating building codes […]