AFCON 2025: Full List of Qualified Teams, Including Former Champions and Title Holders Côte d’Ivoire
Among the qualified nations for AFCON 2025 are former champions Senegal, Algeria, Egypt, and defending titleholders Côte d’Ivoire, all of whom showcased impressive performances during the qualifiers. Full List of 24 Countries Qualified for AFCON 2025: Morocco (Hosts) Burkina Faso Cameroon Algeria DR Congo Senegal Egypt Angola Equatorial Guinea Côte d’Ivoire Uganda South Africa Gabon […]
CONYL Endorses Seyi Tinubu for Lagos Governorship in 2027
The Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders (CONYL), the umbrella body of all the youth groups drawn across the six geopolitical zones has endorsed Seyi Tinubu for Governor of Lagos State in 2027. In a statement jointly issued in Owerri on Tuesday by the President General of CONYL Comrade Goodluck Ibem, the Secretary Comrade Junard Abubakar, […]
“Awuke” by Davido & YG Marley Breaks Into Top 50 on US Rhythmic Radio Chart at #43
“Awuke” by Davido and YG Marley is a vibrant Afrobeats collaboration that has garnered significant international attention. Released in late 2024, the track quickly rose to prominence on both streaming platforms and radio charts, particularly in the US. Notably, “Awuke” entered the US Rhythmic Radio chart at the #43 position, marking a significant milestone for […]
IGP Egbetokun Urges Nigerians to Report Police Misconduct to Complaints Unit, Not Social Media
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has urged Nigerians to direct complaints about police officers’ unprofessional conduct to the Police Complaints Response Unit, instead of airing them on social media. Mr. Egbetokun made this call on Monday at the PPROs/Police Communication Experts’ Conference in Asaba, Delta State. He emphasized, “We urge the public to […]
President Tinubu Seeks National Assembly Approval for $2.2bn External Loan to Finance 2024 Budget Deficit
President Bola Tinubu has formally requested approval from the National Assembly for a new external borrowing plan of $2.2 billion, as part of the 2024 Appropriation Act. The request was presented in a letter read by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, during Tuesday’s plenary. If granted, the loan will help finance […]
Johnny Drille and Wife Celebrate Daughter Amaris on Her First Birthday
Nigerian singer Johnny Drille and his wife, Rima, have shared a heartwarming glimpse of their daughter, Amaris, as they celebrate her first birthday. On November 18, 2024, Johnny Drille took to Instagram to post stunning photos from Amaris’ birthday photoshoot, featuring their radiant family of three. The adorable baby girl stole the spotlight with her […]
Canada Increases Work Hours for International Students, Allowing Up to 24 Hours Per Week
Canada has introduced updated regulations that will allow eligible Nigerians and other international students to work off-campus more hours. Under the new rules, foreign students can now work up to 24 hours per week during academic terms, an increase from the previous limit of 20 hours. Marc Miller, Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, […]
Mr. Macaroni Slams Tinubu Administration for Insensitivity, Criticizes Aides Attacking Obasanjo
Nigerian content creator and activist, Debo Adedayo, widely known as Mr. Macaroni, has criticized the Tinubu-led administration for its perceived insensitivity to the struggles of Nigerians. He also condemned the administration’s spokespersons for attacking former President Olusegun Obasanjo, asserting they have no moral ground to criticize past governments. In a post shared on his X […]
Canada Ends Pathway for International Students to Transition from Study Permits to Permanent Residency
Canada has officially ended the pathway for international students to convert their study permits into permanent residency under new immigration regulations. The updated policy requires international students to return to their home countries upon the expiration of their study visas, effectively ending programs that previously allowed non-citizens with study permits to transition into permanent residency. […]
Ladi Adebutu Released After DSS Detention Over Ogun LG Election Disturbances
Ladi Adebutu, the 2023 governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, was released early Tuesday morning following his detention and interrogation by the Department of State Services (DSS). Adebutu’s release was confirmed by his media aide, Afolabi Orekoya, in a phone conversation with Channels Television. His arrest on Monday was initially […]