Indian Prodigy, 17, Makes Chess History
Gukesh Dommaraju will face reigning champion Ding Liren from China for another piece of history, after being the youngest player to win the prestigious Candidates Tournament. Gukesh Dommaraju. Photo: Maria Emelianova/chess.com A 17-year-old from India will become the youngest player…
BREAKING: Popular Nollywood Actor, Zulu Adigwe Is Dead
Popular Nollywood Actor, Zulu Adigwe Is Dead Another loss for Nollywood as Veteran actor, Pa Zulu Adigwe reportedly passes on . Cause of death yet to be ascertained by his family. More details shortly…
Lagos govt to introduce 2000 CNG buses before end of 2024
Lagos govt to introduce 2000 CNG buses before end of 2024. Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osinyemi, has assured residents of the state government’s keen interest in improving transportation in the state. He equally disclosed Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s…
Aviation fuel: Domestic airlines set to cut airfares
There are strong indications that domestic airlines operators may reduce ticket prices for passengers due to the imminent supply of aviation fuel, otherwise known as Jet A1, by Dangote Refinery. Considering that there had been sustained increase in the price…
Camilla, William and Kate receive royal honours
Queen Camilla and the Prince and Princess of Wales have all received historic royal honours, Buckingham Palace has announced. Prince William becomes Great Master of the Order of the Bath. Catherine is now a Companion of Honour, which recognises achievement…
Nigeria secures $2.25bn World Bank loan
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced its qualification for a loan from the World Bank, totaling $2.25 billion. Wale Edun, the finance minister, unveiled this milestone during a joint press conference held by the Ministry of Finance and the…
US To Withdraw From Niger As Security Pact Fails In Strategic Victory For Russia
The US will withdraw more than 1,000 military personnel from Niger in a move that will force the Biden administration to rethink its counter-terrorism strategy and amounts to a strategic victory for Russia. The decision comes a month after the…
Nigeria To Become Africa’s Fourth Largest Economy In 2024
Nigeria is projected to slip to the fourth largest economy in Africa in 2024, behind South Africa, Egypt, and Algeria, according to IMF forecasts for April 2024. Nigeria which has held the title of “Africa’s largest economy” since the GDP…
First Bank MD, Adedotun Proceeds On Pre-Retirement Leave
First Bank MD, Adedotun has proceeded on pre-retirement leave. Studiocb55news reports that the Managing Director of First Bank Plc Dr Adesola Kazeem Adedotun is to proceed on pre-retirement notice. This Nigeria news platform gathered that Adedotun conveyed his decision to…
Why I want a song with Ayra Starr – Rihanna
Popular singer Rihanna has hinted at wanting to collaborate with Grammy-nominated Nigerian singer, Ayra Starr. Recall that Ayra Starr has been very open about her desire to work with Rihanna, whom she described as her role model. “I adore Rihanna….