Internationally renowned R&B singer and producer, Akon is facing a shocking legal and financial crisis as his wife, Tomeka Thiam, has filed for divorce after 29 years of marriage and is demanding a massive €100 million (approximately $105 million USD) settlement. The news, which has stunned fans and legal experts, was intensified by a […]
The Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) has strongly urged the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to immediately suspend its two-week warning strike, emphasizing that it will invoke the “No Work, No Pay” policy if lecturers fail to resume work. In a joint press statement issued on Sunday, the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf […]
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, will lead Nigeria’s delegation to the forthcoming World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Annual Meetings in Washington, DC, starting Monday, October 13. This move follows the decision to rule out the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, due to illness. […]
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has issued a fierce critique of President Bola Tinubu’s recent grant of presidential clemency to several convicted drug traffickers and smugglers. In a statement released on Sunday, the party described the action as “pathetic and a national disgrace.” Signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the […]
Fresh intel from a credible anonymous source within the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) has raised concerns over alleged internal corruption, manipulation by a powerful cabal, and systemic exploitation of technical staff under the leadership of Managing Director, Engr. Jennifer Adighije. According to the insider, most of the agency’s technical personnel working on field […]
Nigeria’s Super Eagles resumed full preparations in Uyo on Sunday, determined to put behind them a tense travel scare as they gear up for Tuesday’s decisive World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic. The squad, led by head coach Eric Chelle, regrouped at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium barely 24 hours after their chartered aircraft made […]
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will on Monday announce a £20 million ($26.7 million) humanitarian package to support Gaza’s reconstruction, as his government signals readiness to play a leading role in rebuilding the war-torn enclave. Starmer will make the pledge at a Gaza peace summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, co-chaired by US President Donald Trump […]
Ghana secured their place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after edging Comoros 1-0 in Accra on Sunday, with Mohammed Kudus’ decisive goal ensuring the Black Stars topped Group I to become Africa’s fifth qualifiers. Playing before a 40,000-capacity crowd at the Accra Sports Stadium, the Ghanaians dominated possession and territory in the first half […]
Dangote Cement has commenced operations at its new 3-million-tonne-capacity plant in Attingué, about 30 kilometres from Abidjan, marking a major expansion of its presence across West Africa. The Managing Director of Dangote Cement Côte d’Ivoire, Serge Gbotta, announced the launch during a press briefing at Novotel Abidjan-Marcory, describing the project as a milestone in industrial […]
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Alhaji Abdul’aziz Maituraka, has expressed confidence that the ruling party will retain power at all levels in the 2027 general elections. Maituraka made the prediction on Sunday in Katsina during a meeting with youth groups, widows’ associations, former councillors, and other party supporters. The APC stalwart, who […]
