Jocelyn Wildenstein, “Catwoman” Socialite, Dies at 84 After Pulmonary Embolism
Jocelyn Wildenstein, the socialite known worldwide for her extreme cosmetic surgeries and dubbed “The Catwoman,” has passed away at 84. According to her partner, Lloyd Klein, Wildenstein died of a pulmonary embolism in Paris on Tuesday, December 31. Her passing marks the end of a controversial life that spanned a high-profile marriage, a massive fortune, […]
Elon Musk Defends Cybertruck After Explosion Outside Trump’s Hotel Kills Driver and Injures Seven
Elon Musk has come to the defense of his Tesla Cybertruck after a deadly explosion occurred outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas on January 1, killing the driver and injuring seven others. The FBI is investigating the incident as a potential act of terrorism. Despite the tragic outcome, Musk emphasized that the explosion […]
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Jack Butland, who currently plays for Rangers, was rushed to the hospital on Tuesday after experiencing a “serious” internal bleed.
The 31-year-old, who had been set to feature in Rangers’ upcoming Old Firm derby against Celtic on Thursday, has now been ruled out of the high-profile match. According to the Rangers Review, citing the Mirror, Butland spent the night in the hospital after being admitted on Tuesday but was discharged the following morning on Wednesday. […]
Top 10 Best-Performing Stocks in Nigeria’s 2024 Market Surge
In 2024, the Nigerian stock market delivered an impressive performance, with the All-Share Index (ASI) growing by 37.65%, continuing its five-year bullish streak. Despite the challenges faced earlier in the year, the market recovered by the end of December, buoyed by stellar performances from several stocks. Beginning the year at 74,773.98 points, the ASI surged […]
Presidency Defends Tax Reform Bills Amid Criticism from Bauchi Governor
The Nigerian Presidency has defended the proposed Tax Reform Bills, countering criticisms from Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed and asserting that the reforms aim to boost production and build a stronger economy. Speaking on Channels TV’s Sunrise Daily on Wednesday, Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, emphasised that the reforms are […]
Nigerian Power Sector in Crisis: DisCos’ 2024 Performance Slammed as “Abysmal”
The National Coordinator of the Coalition for Affordable and Regular Electricity (CARE), Mr. Chinedu Bosah, has criticised the 2024 performance of Nigeria’s Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos), labeling it as “abysmal.” Speaking in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Bosah accused the DisCos of prioritising profit over infrastructural improvements, resulting in erratic power […]
Elon Musk’s X Rebrand Drives 2,600% Surge in KEKIUS Memecoin
Pepe-themed meme coins, notably PEPE and KEKIUS, have experienced significant surges in value following Elon Musk’s rebranding of his X profile. This development has sent waves of excitement through the meme coin community, highlighting the powerful influence of the tech billionaire on digital markets. The Ethereum-based KEKIUS memecoin saw a meteoric rise of over 2,600%, […]
Tinubu to Unveil National Values Charter, Kick Off Youth Confab in Q1 2025
President Bola Tinubu has announced plans to launch the National Values Charter in the first quarter of 2025. Approved by the Federal Executive Council, the charter seeks to strengthen trust, unity, and mutual commitment between the government and citizens, fostering cooperation across Nigeria’s diverse population. Tinubu shared this in his New Year message, emphasizing that […]
Imo Governor Signs N807 Billion 2025 Budget into Law to Drive Economic Transformation
Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, has signed the 2025 Appropriation Bill into law, approving a total budget of N807.08 billion for the fiscal year. This revised budget, which increased from the initial N756 billion proposed by the Executive, was passed by the State House of Assembly before receiving the governor’s assent. The signing ceremony in […]
Female Prison Officer Suspended Over Alleged S3xual Encounter with Inmate
A 19-year-old female prison officer has been suspended and arrested following allegations of engaging in a s3xual relationship with an inmate at HMP Five Wells. The officer is under investigation for misconduct in a public office after a video reportedly captured her engaging in s3xual acts with a prisoner. According to The Sun, the footage, […]