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Shakira to Sing at 2024 Copa America Final

Shakira is getting ready for an exciting new performance! CONMEBOL has announced that the Grammy-winning superstar will perform for the first time at Copa América, the world’s oldest national team soccer tournament. She will be the first musical act to perform during the halftime show at the final, scheduled for Sunday (July 14) at Hard […]

Nigerian Government Aims to Convert 1 Million Vehicles to CNG by 2027

The Nigerian government, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has set a target to convert one million vehicles to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) by the year 2027. Babajide Awolowo, the Strategic Business Education Adviser for the Presidential Initiative on CNG, disclosed this goal during a stakeholders’ forum held in collaboration with the Kogi […]

Seun Kuti Accuses MKO Abiola of Framing Fela Kuti for Armed Robbery

A grave charge has been levied against the late politician MKO Abiola and his spouse, Simbiat, by Seun Kuti, the son of the renowned singer Fela Anikulapo Kuti. During the military rule of Muhammadu Buhari, Seun said in an Instagram live video that Abiola and his wife had unjustly accused his father of armed robbery. […]

Drake Bets $300,000 on Canada to Beat Argentina in Copa America

Canadian rapper Drake has made a bold move by betting $300,000 on Canada to win against Lionel Messi’s Argentina in the Copa America 2024 semi-finals. Canada has only scored two goals in the competition so far but managed to reach the semi-finals by winning a penalty shootout against Venezuela. Drake hopes Canada can turn his […]

Ubi Franklin Admits He Still Loves His Ex-Wife, Lilian Esoro

Ubi Franklin, a music businessman, has said that he is still in love with actress Lilian Esoro, his former spouse. He was candid about his emotions during a recent Instagram Q&A session with followers. When someone said, “Are you still in love with your son’s mom, the most beautiful Lilian?” Franklin answered, “Oh yeah!” Love […]

Kanayo O. Kanayo Emphasizes the Importance of Gratitude in Relationships

Veteran Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo recently discussed the value of thankfulness in relationships. He voiced his worry about the growing trend of ingratitude, particularly when individuals accept financial assistance yet neglect to express gratitude. Kanayo made the observation that a lot of people accept financial or other favors and merely reply with a “seen” […]

President Tinubu Establishes Livestock Ministry and Committee to Address Farmers-Herders Clashes

The Ministry of Livestock Development was established by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in an effort to find a long-term solution to the ongoing conflicts between farmers and herders that occur throughout the nation.  The Renewed Hope Livestock Reform Implementation Committee’s inaugural meeting marked the announcement of the ministry’s formation.  The Vice President, Kashim Shettima, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, the President’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, and other members of the government were present at the Inauguration. Remember that President Tinubu authorized the formation of the Presidential Committee in September 2023 with the goal of reforming the livestock sector and offering long-term solutions to the nation’s ongoing conflicts between farmers and herders.  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has inaugurated the Ministry of Livestock Development to find a lasting solution to the frequent herder-farmer clashes in different parts of the country. Ngelzarma had said, ‘‘The entire livestock value chain issues can be addressed holistically rather than what is going on now at the National Assembly, […]

Alleged Kidnapping Involvement: Nollywood Producer Ason Rich Shot Dead in Lagos

Popular movie producer Ason Rich, who hails from Asaba, Delta State, is said to have been one of the kidnappers that the Lagos State Police Command killed last week.  After an intelligence operation, sources state that on July 4, the Lagos Police Command killed nine kidnappers and injured two more.  The command’s Special Squad One Team confronted the kidnappers at Ajao, Okota, Isolo, and Ladipo, among other parts of Lagos, and foiled their attempt to kidnap affluent people. Nollywood actor Stanley Nwoke Ontop emphasized Ason’s standing as a well-known producer in Asaba and urged the Actors Guild of Nigeria to thoroughly investigate its members’ backgrounds.

University staff in Nigeria, including members of SSANU and NASU, staged protests across campuses demanding their salaries.

On July 9, members of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) protested on public university campuses, seeking their unpaid salaries. At Ahmadu Bello University and Federal University of Technology, Owerri, staff carried placards urging the government to release withheld salaries and address […]