Man Collapses and Dies Near Fuel Station in Ogun State
A 45-year-old man, identified as Alani Rasaq, tragically passed away after collapsing in front of a fuel station opposite the Fire Brigade office in Ifo, Ogun State, on Tuesday, December 17. According to the station manager, Segun Afolabi, the incident occurred around 3 p.m. Afolabi reported the matter to the Ifo Police Division, explaining that […]
Patrick Soon-Shiong Faces Backlash Over Alleged Interference in LA Times Editorial Decisions on Trump Coverage
Workers at the Los Angeles Times are raising concerns after its billionaire owner, Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, reportedly directed the editorial board to scale back coverage of former President Donald Trump. According to a report by the New York Post, the physician-turned-entrepreneur, who purchased the paper in 2018, has become increasingly involved in editorial decisions, sparking […]
“Nigeria’s Inflation Climbs to 34.6%, Reflecting 6.4% Yearly Increase”
Nigeria’s inflation rate reached 34.60% in November 2024, marking a 0.72% increase from October’s 33.88%. This rise follows a year-on-year increase of 6.40 percentage points from the 28.20% recorded in November 2023, reflecting continued economic pressure on consumers. Despite the ongoing rise, many Nigerians are optimistic that inflation will begin to decelerate in the next […]
Tobi Adegboyega Highlights UK Issues in Response to Kemi Badenoch’s Nigeria comments.
UK-based pastor Tobi Adegboyega has countered British Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch’s remarks about Nigeria, asserting that societal challenges are not exclusive to the West African country but also prevalent in the UK. Badenoch had recently criticized the Nigerian police and governance system, drawing a sharp contrast between her experiences in Nigeria and the UK. […]
Wolves Set to Appoint Vitor Pereira as New Manager Following Gary O’Neil’s Dismissal.
Wolverhampton Wanderers have reportedly agreed a deal to appoint Vitor Pereira as their new manager, following the dismissal of Gary O’Neil. According to reports on Tuesday, the Premier League club will pay around one million euros ($1 million) to bring Pereira, who is currently managing Saudi Pro League side Al-Shabab, to the English top flight. […]
Comedian Bovi Advocates for Empathy Over Corporal Punishment in Parenting
Nigerian comedian and actor Bovi Ugboma has shared his thoughts on parenting, emphasizing the importance of understanding and empathy rather than physical punishment. During an interview on The Honest Bunch podcast, Bovi reflected on his personal experience as a father, discussing how he approaches discipline with his children. Bovi shared that when his son was […]
Nigerians rejoice as World Bank is set to approve $1.65bn 2025 loan package
The World Bank is set to approve three major loan projects for Nigeria in 2025, totaling $1.65 billion, to support the country in addressing key developmental challenges. These loans will focus on critical areas such as internally displaced persons (IDPs), education, and nutrition. According to information from the World Bank’s website, the loan projects aim […]
Fans Go Wild as Davido Joins Chris Brown and Lojay on Stage in South Africa
Nigerian music sensation David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, thrilled fans as he joined American superstar Chris Brown on stage during his sold-out concert in South Africa. The two-day concert, held at the iconic FNB Stadium in Johannesburg on December 14 and 15, attracted thousands of fans from across the region. Davido, known for his […]
EFCC Busts Syndicate of 792 Crypto Fraud Suspects in Lagos
Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has carried out its largest single-day operation against cryptocurrency and romance scams, arresting 792 suspects in Lagos. Among those apprehended were 114 Chinese nationals, 40 Filipinos, two Kazakhs, one Pakistani, and one Indonesian. The arrests took place in a seven storey building in Victoria Island, Lagos, which the […]
Crypto top 6 Assets Set to Surge in the 2025 Bull Run
The crypto market experienced a significant surge in November, adding over $1 trillion to its total market capitalization during a historic bull run. Major cryptocurrencies broke past their all-time highs, with Bitcoin leading the charge. The flagship crypto asset surpassed $90,000 shortly after the U.S. election, sparking a wave of gains across altcoins and memecoins. […]