‘I’m no longer interested in Grammy, Western validations’ – Davido
Nigerian singer Davido has revealed that he is no longer chasing Grammy awards or Western recognition. Speaking on the Official UK Afrobeats Chart Show with Eddie Kadi, he explained that he has achieved major career milestones, including multiple Grammy nominations. Davido said the next phase of his music will focus on “very African” sounds, moving […]
Benue Assembly considers free snakebite treatment, road agency bills
The Benue State House of Assembly held a public hearing on four bills aimed at boosting governance and service delivery in the state. Deputy Speaker Rt. Hon. Lami Danladi Lawrence noted the exercise reflects the Assembly’s commitment to listening to citizens’ needs. One key bill proposes free treatment for snakebite victims in public hospitals and […]
Residents ordered to stay indoors as explosion rocks US refinery
Residents near the Valero Energy refinery in Port Arthur, Texas, were asked to stay indoors after an explosion triggered a fire at the facility. Authorities instructed people to close doors and windows and follow safety measures while firefighters worked to control the blaze. The explosion released thick smoke, prompting emergency crews, police, and environmental officials […]
Many Nigerian artists poured spit on my face – Shallipopi
Nigerian singer Crown Uzama, professionally known as Shallipopi, has opened up about challenges he faced in the music industry. He revealed that between 2023 and 2024, several Nigerian artists mistreated him while he was trying to establish himself in the mainstream. In a social media post, the ‘Ex-convict’ crooner said many colleagues did not offer […]
‘Nobody good for your eye’ – Tunde Ednut blasts Sowore over remarks on Gov Otti
Popular influencer Tunde Ednut has criticized human rights activist Omoyele Sowore over his recent comments on Governor Alex Otti of Abia State. Sowore had described Otti’s achievements in Aba as “half-transformation” after a recent visit to the state, claiming only partial progress had been made. He said, “I just came back from Aba…some transformed, partly […]
War: Zelensky accuses Russia of sharing intelligence with Iran
Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of sharing intelligence with Iran, raising fresh concerns over growing global tensions. According to Zelensky, Ukraine has strong evidence suggesting that Moscow is providing support that could help Iran carry out more precise attacks. He warned that such cooperation could worsen the already fragile situation in the Middle East and […]
Plateau ex-guber aspirant, Sura resigns from APC three months after defection
A former governorship aspirant in Plateau State, John Sura, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress just three months after joining the party. Sura, who previously contested under the Peoples Democratic Party, submitted his resignation letter dated March 21, 2026, stating that his decision takes immediate effect. Although he did not give detailed reasons for […]
Nigeria needs fresh leaders, not expired political elites – Adebayo
A prominent Nigerian politician, Adewole Adebayo, has called for a shift in leadership, urging the country to move away from what he described as “expired political elites.” Speaking on the state of governance in Nigeria, Adebayo stressed the need for fresh ideas and a new generation of leaders to tackle the nation’s challenges. He argued […]
Amnesty International demands probe into alleged killing of man by soldiers in Maiduguri
Amnesty International has called on authorities in Nigeria to investigate the alleged killing of a civilian in Maiduguri. The group described the incident as deeply concerning. The victim, identified as Abdulrahman Mustapha, was reportedly shot by soldiers while returning from a Sallah visit. Eyewitness accounts claim the incident occurred near the Polo area of the […]
66 feared dead as Colombian military plane crashes
A tragic air disaster has struck Colombia, where a military aircraft carrying dozens of people has crashed shortly after takeoff. Reports suggest that many lives may have been lost. Authorities say about 66 people are feared dead, making it one of the deadliest military aviation incidents in recent times. Rescue teams were quickly deployed to […]