Israeli Plumber Yaniv Hayun Helps Save Flydubai Flight After Co-pilot Attacks Captain
A dramatic mid-air emergency aboard a Flydubai flight bound for Israel was brought under control after an Israeli passenger, identified as plumber Yaniv Hayun, rushed into the cockpit and helped prevent the aircraft from plunging further after the co-pilot allegedly…
NFF appeals CAF ruling on Edo Queens’ WAFU-B title
The Nigeria Football Federation has appealed the Confederation of African Football’s decision to annul Edo Queens’ victory over Ghanaian champions Ampem Darkoa Ladies in the WAFU-B final and order the match to resume from extra time. The appeal, filed on…
California bans child marriage, a practice still legal in 32 US states
California has officially banned child marriage, with Governor Gavin Newsom signing legislation to end the practice that is still legal in 32 US states.The new law, which will come into effect on 1 January, states people must be 18 to…
Nollywood actor CJay Nwoks dies in Lagos hospital
Nollywood actor, Chijioke Nwokafor, popularly known as CJay Nwoks is dead. CJay died on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at an undisclosed hospital in the Badore area of Lagos State. The sad news was announced by actress Nkechi Blessing, who recently…
Independence Day: Nigeria moving from economic stabilisation to growth — Yilwatda
National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Nentawe Yilwatda has said Nigeria is moving towards becoming a stronger and more prosperous nation despite the economic challenges facing citizens. Yilwatda stated this in an Independence Day message signed by his…
Iranian Women Undergo Military Training Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Iranian women have begun specialized military and survival training under the government-backed “Janfada” campaign, as tensions surrounding Iran’s recent conflict with the United States and Israel continue. A specialized training course for the campaign’s national women’s team was held at…
BREAKING:FG declares Thursday public holiday for Independence Day
The Federal Government has declared Thursday, October 1, 2026, a public holiday to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary.The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government. In a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary…
Controversial Zimbabwean tycoon Wicknell Chivayo reported dead in helicopter crash
Wicknell Chivayo, the Zimbabwean businessman known for his lavish lifestyle and his ties to government contracts, died on Wednesday when a helicopter crashed in the Marondera Rural area east of Harare, according to local media reports. His wife, Lucy Muteke,…
Fela Kuti Inspired My Spider-Man Moves, Andrew Garfield Reveals
Andrew Garfield says Fela Kuti’s music influenced how he moved in the Spider-Man suit and helped shape his performance as Peter Parker. Andrew Garfield has revealed that Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti directly shaped his physical performance as Spider-Man, in…
Benin Fashion Designer Dies After Alleged Balcony Fall, Family Accuses Husband
Benin fashion designer death: police have not confirmed a family account that a husband pushed his wife from a balcony. A 27-year-old woman died in Benin City, Edo State, after her husband allegedly pushed her from a balcony. Her sister…