Gabon Holds First Presidential Election After 2023 Coup
Gabon on Saturday began its presidential election, the first since the military coup in 2023. Citizens headed to the polls to choose from eight candidates, including Brice Oligui Nguema, the current leader who took control after overthrowing the Bongo family….
Toni Braxton Files For Divorce from Birdman Just One Month After Secret Marriage
In a surprising turn of events, legendary R&B singer Toni Braxton has filed for divorce from rapper and businessman Birdman, just one month after the couple secretly tied the knot. The high-profile pair had dated for over 16 years before…
Jamaican reggae artist Max Romeo dies aged 80
Musician best known for tracks such as Chase the Devil and War Ina Babylon rose to fame in the 1960s Max Romeo, the influential Jamaican reggae artist best known for tracks such as Chase the Devil and War Ina Babylon,…
AfDB approves $100 million to launch Nigerian Youth Entrepreneurship Bank
The African Development Bank (AfDB) said it has approved a $100 million investment for the establishment of the Nigerian Youth Entrepreneurship Investment Bank, a dedicated financial institution aimed at empowering young entrepreneurs across Nigeria and Africa. According to a report…
Nigerian Football Legend Christian Chukwu Passes Away at 74
A former head coach of the Super Eagles, Christian Chukwu, has died at the age of 74. PUNCH Online gathered that the former Super Eagles captain died in the early hours of Saturday in his home state of Enugu. Below…
Nolly Babes: Nigerian sisters make waves in America
In 2017, sisters Tochi and Ebele Anueyiagu, shared a single image on their new Instagram account: a still of Nigerian film and beauty darling Genevieve Nnaji from Sharon Stone in Abuja, a 2003 Nollywood classic. In the grainy frame, Nnaji…
China raises tariffs to 125% in escalation of trade war with US
On Friday, China raised tariffs on goods imported from the United States to 125 percent, responding directly to President Donald Trump’s move to increase levies on Chinese products to 145 percent. This escalation has intensified the ongoing trade conflict, which…
Coach hints at Israel Adesanya retirement
Israel Adesanya may be hanging up the gloves according to coach Eugene Bareman. Israel Adesanya is one of the biggest names the sport of mixed martial arts has ever produced. Despite still retaining his superstar status, his career in the…
Crisis Deepens in Labour Party as Lamidi Apapa Declares Himself Acting Chairman
A major leadership crisis has erupted in the Labour Party following the Supreme Court’s ruling that removed Julius Abure as National Chairman, with Alhaji Bashiru Lamidi Apapa declaring himself as the new acting leader of the party. Addressing a press…
What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Avocados Regularly
Avocado is the berry-like fruit of the avocado tree. Avocados are a beloved food throughout the United States and beyond, and they are enjoyed in various preparations and cuisines. Avocados also contain many nutrients, including folate, copper, vitamin K, potassium,…