Angie Stone, Grammy-nominated R&B artist, dead at 63
Angie Stone, a soul and R&B singer behind hits like “No More Rain (In This Cloud)” and “Wish I Didn’t Miss You,” died Saturday morning in a vehicle collision, her longtime publicist, Yvonne Forbes, told CNN. Stone was 63. After…
Latest FIBA ranking: USA remains No. 1, Spain jumps to Top 5
Spain moved up to 5th place in the latest FIBA World Rankings after splitting their games in the EuroBasket 2025 Qualifiers. USA remains No. 1. Spain’s split results in the FIBA EuroBasket 2025 Qualifiers were enough to boost them to…
Supreme Court Sacks All Rivers Local Government Chairmen
Supreme Court Nullifies Rivers Local Government Elections. The Supreme Court has declared the local government elections conducted by the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) on October 5, 2024, as invalid, citing gross violations of the Electoral Act. In a…
“I Didn’t Know I Was Privileged!” – DJ Cuppy Reflects on Her Upbringing
Billionaire heiress and celebrity DJ, Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has admitted that growing up, she had no idea just how privileged she was. Taking to X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, Cuppy shared a moment of reflection, revealing…
Mo Abudu & Idris Elba Team Up for Lagos Nightlife Story in ‘Dust to Dreams’
The trailer for ‘Dust to Dreams ‘offers a glimpse into Mo Abudu and Idris Elba’s Nollywood drama, where music, family, and legacy intertwine. Mo Abudu’s latest film, ‘Dust to Dreams,’ directed by Idris Elba, may soon be on your screens…
Bassey Urges Nwaneri to Choose Nigeria Over England
Fulham defender Calvin Bassey has called on young players of Nigerian descent, including Arsenal starlet Ethan Nwaneri, to strongly consider representing Nigeria over England on the international stage, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles have struggled in recent years to convince…
New Rule Approved: Goalkeepers Must Release Ball in 8 Seconds or Face Corner Kick
The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has officially approved a new rule set to take effect next season. Under the new regulation, goalkeepers will be required to release the ball within 8 seconds of possession, or the opposing team will…
FG flags off national sewing championship for youths
The Federal Government has launched the National Sewing Championship (NSC) for 2025, targeting youths aged 12 to 22 across Nigeria. While inaugurating the program in Abuja, the Minister of State for Education, Dr. Suwaiba Ahmad, emphasized the importance of skills…
Burkina Faso Reclaims Its Gold Industry, Establishes First National Refinery
Burkina Faso has taken a groundbreaking step towards economic sovereignty by establishing its first-ever gold refinery. After gaining full control of its gold mining sector, the country now refines its own gold, ensuring that more wealth stays within its borders….
Lagos drivers reveal the most profitable ride-hailing apps
When Uber launched in Lagos in 2014, drivers like Kayode Olaniyan made as much as ₦300,000 a week. Today, the story is different. Ride-hailing has become a survivalist hustle, with drivers juggling multiple platforms to maximize earnings amid rising fuel…