Trump’s address becomes longest State of the Union in decades
U.S. President Donald Trump delivered the longest State of the Union-style address in decades, speaking for about one hour and 48 minutes before Congress on Tuesday night. The speech exceeded the previous modern-era record he set last year at one hour and 39 minutes. According to the American Presidency Project, the address is the lengthiest […]
Russia probes Telegram founder, Pavel Durov for ‘aiding terrorism’
Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, revealed that Russian authorities are investigating him for “aiding terrorism,” amid Moscow’s ongoing attempts to restrict the popular messaging app. The move comes as Russia promotes its state-backed alternative, Max, which critics say compromises privacy. Durov, who holds Russian and French citizenship and lives abroad, claimed the charges are fabricated […]
Trump Asks Congress to Codify His Drug Price Policy Into Law
President Donald Trump on Tuesday called on Congress to enshrine his prescription drug pricing initiative into federal law, elevating health care reform as a centerpiece of his State of the Union address and setting up a potential bipartisan debate on Capitol Hill. During his address to a joint session of Congress, Trump urged lawmakers to […]
They booed, threw bottles at me – Tems recounts initial rejection in music industry
R&B star Tems, born Temilade Openiyi, revealed that she faced harsh rejection early in her career, including being booed and having plastic bottles thrown at her during a school performance. She recalled expecting applause but instead endured public humiliation. In an interview with Big Boy TV, Tems explained that despite such setbacks, she remained committed […]
Trump Touts Economic Turnaround, Border Security Gains in First State of the Union of Second Term
WASHINGTON—Donald Trump on Feb. 24 delivered the first State of the Union address of his second term, outlining what he described as a historic economic turnaround and reaffirming his administration’s America First agenda as the nation approaches the November midterm elections. Addressing a joint session of Congress, the president declared that his policies have driven […]
Presidency confirms Egbetokun’s resignation as IGP
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the resignation of Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, who stepped down citing urgent family reasons. The President thanked Egbetokun for his decades of dedicated service to the nation and the Nigeria Police Force. Following the resignation, Assistant Inspector-General of Police Tunji Disu has been appointed Acting IGP with immediate […]
Nollywood actor, Ray Amodi quits acting for music
Nollywood actor Ray Amodi has announced his decision to leave acting to focus fully on his music career. The actor cited a lifelong passion for music as the main reason for the career shift. Amodi revealed plans to release new singles and perform live, aiming to establish himself in Nigeria’s vibrant music industry. He expressed […]
DSS captures sixth Owo church attacker in Edo
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested Sani Yusuf, the sixth suspect in the 2022 St. Francis Catholic Church attack in Owo, Ondo State, where over 40 worshippers were killed. He joins five others already facing prosecution for terrorism-related charges. Yusuf, a high-ranking ISWAP commander, had evaded capture for nearly four years before being […]
King Harald of Norway, 89, rushed to hospital during royal’s winter holiday in Spain
King Harald V of Norway, 89, was rushed to Hospital Universitario Hospiten Sur in Tenerife during a private winter holiday due to infection and dehydration. The Royal Palace stated his condition is satisfactory given the circumstances. The monarch, Europe’s oldest sovereign, celebrated his 89th birthday recently and is accompanied on holiday by his wife, Queen […]
Businesswoman, Laura Ikeji Kanu, raises alarm over spike in cost of renting of business spaces in Lagos state
Beauty entrepreneur Laura Ikeji Kanu has raised concerns about the soaring cost of renting business spaces in Lagos State, warning it is forcing small and medium businesses to close. She urged the government to regulate rents or provide financial support for struggling business owners. In a recent Instagram video, Ikeji Kanu revealed she currently pays […]