Tobi Amusan loses 100m hurdles world record in Zurich
Nigerian Athlete Tobi Amusan Nigeria’s sprint hurdler, Tobi Amusan, yesterday, lost her world record of 12.12 seconds in Zurich to U.S.’ Masai Russell. “Competing in a world record race is amazing. I came out here and I did my best…
NLC general secretary Ugboaja is dead
The General Secretary of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Emmanuel Ugboaja, has died at the age of 60. Ugboaja, a veteran trade unionist and lawyer, reportedly died after a protracted illness. While The Guardian is yet to get the full…
PDP flags off 2027 presidential, NASS campaigns in Ogun Central
The Ogun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), on Wednesday inaugurated its Presidential and National Assembly campaign for Ogun Central Senatorial District, in preparation for the 2027 general elections. The programme, which took place in three different Ifo,…
2027: Working for opposition will be political suicide – Akindele warns Aiyedatiwa
Former Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Jumoke Akindele, has warned that it would be “politically suicidal” for Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to support members of opposition parties seeking election in the 2027 general elections. Akindele, the…
Seven Jamaicans awarded UK government scholarships
Seven Jamaicans have secured fully funded UK Government scholarships for the 2026 academic year, earning places in one-year master’s programmes at some of the United Kingdom’s leading universities. The cohort comprises three Chevening Scholars and four Commonwealth Scholars, representing six…
BARCELONA STARLET JESSE BISIWU REPORTEDLY REJECTS GHANA APPROACH, STICKS WITH BELGIUM
Barcelona youngster Jesse Bisiwu has reportedly turned down an approach from the Ghana Football Association to represent the Black Stars at international level. The 18-year-old, who holds both Ghanaian and Belgian nationality, was reportedly contacted as Ghana sought to convince…
Meet two Nigerian sisters who bagged First Class Honours in UK
Two Nigerian sisters from Corby, United Kingdom, Stephanie and Isabel Offor, have celebrated a remarkable academic feat after graduating with First Class Honours in the same academic year. The Northamptonshire Telegraph reported on Wednesday that Stephanie studied mechanical engineering at…
Veteran Juju singer Saint Janet buried in Abeokuta
Veteran Nigerian Juju singer Iyun Janet Ajilore, famously known as Saint Janet, has been buried in Abeokuta, Ogun State.EntertainmentVeteran Juju singer Saint Janet buried in AbeokutaSaint Janet was laid to rest at her residence on Wednesday following funeral activities attended…
Syrian president makes landmark Visa card payment
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa made a Visa card payment in Damascus, marking a new step in the country’s efforts toward reconnecting with the global financial system following years of sanctions. Sharaa carried out the electronic payment at a restaurant in…
Japanese polka dot artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97
Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama, who became famous for her colourful polka dot-covered sculptures and installations, has died at the age of 97.Kusama, who had voluntarily lived in a psychiatric hospital for decades, was known for her bright red wig…