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Iconic naturalist David Attenborough celebrates his 100th birthday, marking a century of contributions to the natural world. His lifelong passion began in childhood and led to a distinguished career in geology and zoology.
Nigerian-born wrestler Isaac Odugbesan, known as Oba Femi, attributes his WWE success to his Nigerian upbringing. He recently gained fame by defeating Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania 42.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has waived the screening requirement for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 primaries, citing its constitution.
El-Rufai has obtained a court order allowing him medical access while seeking changes to his bail conditions. The court emphasized that his movements will be closely monitored by the ICPC.
Ted Turner, the founder of CNN and a pioneer of 24-hour news, has passed away at the age of 87. His contributions to television journalism have left a lasting impact on the media landscape.
Content creator and streamer Carter Efe has revealed that he will receive his N50 million reward on Wednesday from businessman E-Money for defeating singer Portable in their recent celebrity boxing match. The post Carter Efe reveals when he’ll receive N50m for defeating Por...
Hope Behind Bars Africa and other groups are calling for action against SLAPPs in Nigeria, highlighting their threat to press freedom. They emphasize the need for protecting free expression and democratic accountability.
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Nigerian artist Omofemi's portrait of Prince William has gained international recognition. The artwork will be featured on the cover of Tatler magazine in June 2026.
A court case is questioning New Zealand's ambitious climate plans aimed at achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The legal challenge highlights concerns over the exclusion of methane emissions from waste and agriculture.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) interim leadership aligned with Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde on Wednesday said its primaries and national convention would proceed as scheduled, brushing aside moves by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to disrupt th...
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The EFCC has secured a court order for the temporary seizure of properties belonging to Timipre Sylva in Abuja. This action is part of ongoing investigations into financial misconduct.
The Senate has confirmed the appointments of Tegbe and Enikanolaiye as ministers following their screening. This decision reflects the Senate's ongoing legislative activities.
Terver Shirsha Atsar, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, has emphasized the importance of unity within the party to achieve electoral success at the grassroots level. His call comes as the ADC prepares for upcoming elections in Benue state.
A coalition has raised concerns about fortifying ultra-processed foods, stating it could exacerbate Nigeria's non-communicable diseases. They emphasize the need to reconsider current practices in food fortification for public health safety.
Investors are shifting focus from high yields to securing stable returns. This change in strategy reflects a more cautious approach in the current economic climate.
Iran's football officials assert that FIFA, not Trump or the U.S., is the true host of the 2026 World Cup. They expressed dissatisfaction with their treatment at the Canadian border during a recent FIFA Congress.
The Senate has confirmed Tegbe as the new power minister. He is optimistic that Nigeria's power crisis will see improvements within the next three to six months.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has rejected claims that South Africa is xenophobic, describing such characterisations as “lazy” amid ongoing protests over undocumented foreign nationals. The post South Africa is not xenophobic – Ramaphosa tells African countries appeared fir...
The PDP, backed by Governor Seyi Makinde, slams FCT Minister Nyesom Wike for his ‘reckless’ media remarks, calling them a national embarrassment.
Tricycle (Keke) operators in Karshi, Abuja decry the sharp increase in ticket fees from N200 to N500, citing rising fuel prices and operational costs.
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Activist Aisha Yesufu has joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), following Peter Obi, and declared her intention to run for the FCT senatorial seat.
The Rivers State Police Command has arrested a four-man robbery syndicate for allegedly defrauding an employer of N4.6m through their house help.
Osagie Ize-Iyamu calls for a fair and transparent Edo APC primary, warning against candidate imposition. He also dismissed rumors of his defection.
FIFA has extended the six-match UEFA ban on Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni to have worldwide effect following an incident of discriminatory conduct.
The federal government has introduced a new national industrial policy aimed at improving dispute resolution in workplaces. This initiative includes the establishment of a National Industrial Relations Observatory to monitor grievances effectively.
A court has sentenced a man for keeping a minor as a sex slave after luring her with promises of educational sponsorship. This case highlights ongoing issues of child exploitation in Nigeria.
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The United Kingdom has launched a sweeping sanctions offensive against Russia, targeting a shadowy network of traffickers, foreign recruiters and drone suppliers accused of fuelling Moscow’s
YouTube has launched an AI tool that allows creators to generate instrumental tracks to replace copyrighted music in their videos. This feature aims to enhance content creation while avoiding copyright issues.