Ksenia Karelina, a Russian-born ballerina and US citizen, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison in Russia after being convicted of treason for donating £39 to a charity linked to Ukraine. Karelina was detained during a visit to her family in southwestern Russia and initially faced charges of hooliganism. However, the charges were later elevated to state treason, with …

A video circulating online shows members of the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) ecstatic and praying as they reportedly see a formed image of their late founder, Samuel Bilewu Joseph Oshoffa, in the clouds. The sighting, which took place during a gathering, has led many to believe that the end of the world is near, with members chanting phrases like …

The Enugu State Government has announced a major crackdown on noise pollution in the Enugu metropolis, with potential closures of churches, mosques, nightclubs, and bars that fail to comply with the new regulations. The government’s actions are a response to over 1,000 petitions from residents who have complained about the disruption of their daily lives due to excessive noise. Uche …

Danish drugmaker Bavarian Nordic announced on Friday that it is seeking European approval to use its mpox vaccine in children aged 12 to 17. This comes after the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the rapid spread of the new, more dangerous pox strain, Clade 1b, a public health emergency of international concern. Bavarian Nordic’s vaccine is currently approved for people …

The Management of the University of Calabar (UNICAL) has suspended Okoi Godwin Clement, a student in the Department of Physiotherapy, following allegations of sexual molestation of a fellow student during a departmental dinner night at Atekong Drive in Calabar. The suspension, which became effective on August 14, 2024, was communicated through a letter signed by the University Registrar, Mr. Gabriel …

Thailand’s parliament voted on Friday, August 16, for Paetongtarn Shinawatra to become the country’s next prime minister. The 37-year-old member of Thailand’s most prominent political dynasty received 319 votes in the House of Representatives after being nominated as the sole candidate by her Pheu Thai party’s ruling coalition. Her appointment comes just two days after the Constitutional Court removed former …

On August 16, 2024, a fire broke out at a seven-story building on Sanni Adewale Street in the Lagos Island Local Government Area. The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service received a distress call at 5:17 a.m. Firefighters from Ebute Elefun, Sari, and Lekki 1 stations swiftly responded, arriving at the scene by 05:33 hours. The fire affected several shops …

Renowned Houston rapper and music producer BeatKing has died at the age of 39. The news was confirmed by his manager, Felder, in a heartfelt Instagram post on August 15, 2024. He expressed the loss by stating, “Today, On August 15, 2024, we lost BeatKing. He has been the best part of the club for over a decade. He has …

The founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola, attacked the federal government on Wednesday, charging that by providing palliative care, it was turning Nigerians into paupers. He also stated his support for the Patriots’ demand for a new constitution during the Prestige Sisters League’s thank-you tour to the ABUAD campus in Ado-Ekiti. Babalola, known for his patriotism …

Presidents Bola Tinubu of Nigeria and Teodoro Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea inked a major deal pertaining to the Gulf of Guinea Pipeline Project on Wednesday in Malabo. According to Ajuri Ngelale, a spokesman for President Tinubu, the partnership intends to strengthen legislative and regulatory procedures for gas development, with potential benefits for employment and natural resource management. During his three-day …

Flight disruptions loom over Nigeria as aviation workers announce plans for a nationwide strike on August 21, 2024. The action is in response to the Federal Government’s ongoing 50% deduction from the internally generated revenue of key aviation agencies, a move that workers argue jeopardizes the safety of passengers and the industry’s functionality.   In a letter titled “Save Aviation …

The Lagos State Government, on Thursday, August 16, demolished several houses constructed on the canal along the System 157 – Orchid Road – Eti Osa drainage channels. The action was part of efforts to alleviate flooding and improve drainage systems in anticipation for the rainy season. According to the State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, the demolition …

In response to severe drought conditions affecting Niger State, the Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, led a prayer session on August 15, 2024, at the Eid praying ground in Esso, Bida.  The event, which included traditional and religious leaders as well as local farmers, was held to seek divine intervention for much-needed rainfall in the state and across Nigeria. Etsu …

The Federal Government has announced a plan to recruit 3,500 teachers for Unity Colleges across Nigeria, aiming to improve education quality and provide equal employment opportunities. The Minister of Education, Hon. Yusuf Sununu, revealed this initiative during a two-day National Stakeholders’ Forum on Senior Secondary Education in Nigeria. The recruitment process will be conducted in collaboration with relevant government bodies, …

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia has expressed significant concerns about the potential risks to his personal safety and the safety of Saudi citizens if he advances with the normalization of relations with Israel. These fears were brought to light during his discussions with US lawmakers, as reported by Politico, highlighting the delicate balance he seeks to maintain …