Month: January 2024

Wizkid, Tems Missing As Grammy Releases List Of African Winners

Ahead of the 66th Grammy Award on February 4, the organisers have released a list of African musicians who have bagged the golden gramophones since the 1960s. The list sparked controversies on social media after singers Wizkid and Tems were…

Libya Government Apprehends, Deports Over 300 Nigerians

War-torn Libya on Tuesday deported no fewer than 320 Europe-bound stranded Nigerians with the International Organisation for Migration coordinating moves to help the migrants return to Nigeria. Following a protracted war in the country, Libya has become a key departure…

U.S. and Germany Push to Delay Ukraine NATO Membership Invite

Ukraine and some of its strongest supporters are pushing NATO to formally invite Kyiv to become a member of the military alliance during a major upcoming summit, but their efforts are facing significant behind-the-scenes pushback from the United States and…

I’m loyal to APC, Ganduje – Yahaya Bello denies running for office of National Chairman

The immediate past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has denied running for the office of the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC. Bello denied authorizing anybody to circulate any posters on his behalf claiming he is a…

‘I have my Grammys speech ready’ – Ayra Starr

Grammy-nominated Nigerian singer, Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, has revealed that she has already prepared her acceptance speech. Studiocb55news reports that Ayra Starr’s song ‘Rush’ was nominated in the maiden Best African Music Performance category at the…

Identical Twins Separated At Birth Reunite On TikTok 19 Years After

Identical twins, Amy and Ano, who were separated at birth in Georgia, a country located in Eastern Europe and West Asia, have been reunited after 19 years through a viral TikTok video and a talent show. The twins became aware…

South Africa beat Morocco to reach the quarter-finals of the 2023 African Cup

South Africa scored both goals in the second half In the 1/8 finals of the 2023 African Cup, the team South Africa beat Morocco with a score of 2:0. In the first half, the Moroccans managed to open the scoring,…

HEATHY EATING TIPS

1. Base your meals on higher fibre starchy carbohydrates Starchy carbohydrates should make up just over a third of the food you eat. They include potatoes, bread, rice, pasta and cereals. Choose higher fibre or wholegrain varieties, such as wholewheat pasta, brown…

AFCON 2023: I’m fit, ready for action – Yusuf declares

Alhassan Yusuf says he is in fine shape again following his injury struggle at the start of the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire. Yusuf copped a thigh injury in Nigeria’s opening fixture against the Nzalang Nacional…

Kenya ETA: President Ruto’s vision of visa-free entry proves tricky for some

Kenya’s President William Ruto was celebrated last year when he announced his country would be going visa-free for African visitors, but many have been surprised by the new requirements, which have introduced fresh costs and paperwork for some. Adio, a…