TikTok star Sydney Towle, who shared her cancer journey online, dies aged 26
Sydney Towle, a popular social media influencer who shared her experience living with a rare, aggressive form of cancer, has died at the age of 26. Towle’s family announced her death, from complications related to bile duct cancer that had…
Ex-minister Kemi Adeosun’s husband dies at 62
Anthony Adeosun, husband of former Minister of Finance Kemi Adeosun, has died at the age of 62, a statement by the family said. The businessman passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, in Lagos State. The announcement, titled “Announcement of…
Thailand school shooting leaves teacher dead, at least 20 injured
A tragic shooting at a secondary school in Thailand has left a teacher dead and at least 20 people injured, sending students and staff into panic as emergency responders rushed to the scene. The incident occurred at Debsirin Nonthaburi School…
Fg orders payment of civil servants’ outstanding wage award before August 15
The Federal Government has directed the immediate payment of all outstanding wage awards owed to federal civil servants, with a deadline of August 15, 2026 for the completion of the process. The directive is aimed at clearing all pending wage…
Salah Reportedly Set For $44.6 Million Trabzonspor Deal
Egyptian football superstar Mohamed Salah is reportedly set to earn around US$44.6 million over a two-season contract with Turkish club Trabzonspor. According to reports, the proposed agreement goes beyond his salary, as Salah is also expected to receive 20% of…
World’s oldest president reshuffles army as his absence stokes unease
Cameroon’s veteran leader Paul Biya – who has not been seen in public for nearly two months – has reshuffled the country’s military amid growing concerns over his prolonged stay abroad. The 93-year-old president appointed officials to key positions within…
Tinubu Unveils New Salary Package For Nigerian Military Personnel
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a new salary package aimed at improving the welfare of members of the Nigerian Armed Forces. The package is part of the Federal Government’s efforts to boost the morale of military personnel and enhance…
Nigerian bodybuilder Samson Dauda aims to clinch second Mr Olympia title after historic triumph
igerian bodybuilder Samson Dauda is aiming to reclaim the Mr Olympia title after making history in 2024 as the first Nigerian to win the prestigious bodybuilding competition. Speaking in an exclusive interview with CNN, the UK-based athlete reflected on his…
Nigerian Music Star Rema Becomes New Homeowner at One by Binghatti in Dubai
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Rema has added another major achievement to his growing list of accomplishments after becoming a homeowner at One by Binghatti, a luxury residential development in Dubai. The announcement was made by real estate developer Binghatti through its…
Nigeria’s New Ambassador Presents Credentials to Israeli President Isaac Herzog
The Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that Nigeria’s newly appointed Ambassador to Israel, Nkechi Linda Ufochukwu, officially presented her Letters of Credence to Isaac Herzog on Monday, August 3, 2026, during a formal ceremony held in Jerusalem. The…