Japan Becomes First Team to Qualify for 2026 World Cup Through Asian Qualifiers
Japan has officially secured its place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, becoming the first nation to qualify through the Asian qualifiers after a 2-0 victory over Bahrain in Saitama. Crystal Palace’s Daichi Kamada and Real Sociedad’s Takefusa Kubo found the net in the second half, sealing Japan’s progression with three games to spare in […]
“Emergency Rule In Rivers Was Necessary To Protect National Security” – Tinubu Defends Action
President Bola Tinubu has defended his decision to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State and suspend Governor Sim Fubara, his deputy, and members of the State Assembly. Speaking on Thursday after the National Assembly ratified the emergency proclamation, Tinubu said the crisis in Rivers had reached a dangerous tipping point, threatening the security […]
Yomi Fabiyi Fires Back at Mohbad’s Mother, Reveals Why Adura Was Arrested
Nollywood actor Yomi Fabiyi has addressed the arrest of Adura Aloba, the younger brother of late singer Mohbad, clarifying that it was a legal procedure linked to an ongoing homicide investigation. A viral video surfaced on Wednesday showing Mohbad’s mother, Abosede Olumiyi, accusing Fabiyi of orchestrating Adura’s arrest at the premises of the Magistrate’s Court […]
Kirsty Coventry Becomes First African and First Woman to Lead IOC
Zimbabwe’s Kirsty Coventry has been elected president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), making history as the first woman and the first African to hold the position. Coventry secured an overall majority in the first round of voting, surpassing six other candidates in a surprise victory. The 41-year-old will succeed Germany’s Thomas Bach, who is […]
NYSC to Begin Paying Corps Members N77,000 Allowance in March 2025
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) will begin paying corps members a monthly allowance of N77,000 starting in March 2025, according to its Director General, Brigadier General Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu. Speaking at the NYSC zonal offices in Wuse and Garki, Abuja, on Thursday, Nafiu reaffirmed the scheme’s commitment to corps members’ welfare and urged them […]
Mammy Market Founder Maria Ochefu Dies at 86
Maria Ochefu, the founder of Mammy Market in military barracks across the country, has passed away at the age of 86. Her son, Professor Yakubu Ochefu, confirmed her death in a phone interview on Thursday, stating that she died in her sleep on Tuesday in Makurdi. She was married to Colonel Anthony Ochefu, a former […]
Mr Macaroni Opens Up on Financial Struggles, Urges People Not to Give Up
Popular comedian and actor Debo Adedayo, widely known as Mr Macaroni, has shared a deeply personal story about his financial struggles, urging people to remain resilient in the face of challenges. In an emotional social media post, he revealed how he lost all his savings between 2021 and 2022 due to a scam and a […]
Tolibian Celebrates as Wizkid Endorses His Song “Ramadan”
Fast-rising Nigerian artist and comedian Tolibian is celebrating a major career breakthrough after Afrobeats superstar Wizkid shared the cover of his song Ramadan on his Instagram story. The unexpected endorsement has sent waves of excitement through Tolibian’s fanbase and the music industry. Reacting to the recognition, Tolibian took to social media to express his excitement, […]
Senate Approves State of Emergency in Rivers, Suspends Governor and Lawmakers
The Nigerian Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, citing escalating political tensions and recent incidents of pipeline vandalism. The decision includes the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and all elected members of the Rivers State House of Assembly for six months. Senate President Godswill […]
Kanye West Accuses Kim Kardashian of Sex Trafficking in Controversial Rant
Kanye West has made shocking and unsubstantiated allegations against his ex-wife, Kim Kardashian, in a series of social media posts. The rapper, who split from Kim in 2022, accused her of sex trafficking in what many have described as a disturbing tirade. In his posts, Kanye also claimed he had been “bullied every day” by […]