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President Bola Tinubu is set to depart Abuja today, Thursday, August 29, for an official visit to Beijing, China, as part of his ongoing efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s international ties and foster economic growth across all states. This visit comes at a crucial time as Nigeria seeks to enhance its …

U.S. President Joe Biden was recently spotted relaxing on a Delaware beach for the second consecutive week, choosing to unwind with his family rather than dwell on the political tensions within his party. After departing on vacation on August 19, the 81-year-old president visited North Shores, which is close to …

John Cena has revealed his decision to remain childless, citing his belief that he is not mentally prepared for the immense responsibility and commitment that raising a child requires.   In a candid conversation on the “Club Shay Shay” podcast, the actor and WWE star opened up about why he and …

A South African man, Bantubenkosi Siqotyana, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the heinous murder of his girlfriend, Nombeko Thobigunya, in December 2023. The Eastern Cape High Court in Mthatha delivered the verdict on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, following a trial that revealed the gruesome details of the crime. …

Nigerian Fire Service officer Dooshima Dennis has sparked a conversation on social media after expressing her concern over the lack of engagement with her fire safety posts compared to the overwhelming response to her photos.   Dennis, who regularly shares crucial safety tips on her X handle, took to the platform …

The political tension between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former PDP Deputy National Chairman, Chief Olabode George, escalated as George advised Atiku to delay his presidential ambitions until 2031.   George argued that the presidency should be held by a Southerner for the next eight years to maintain a balance …

In a decisive move to enhance financial accountability and ensure the proper use of public funds, Governor Kabiru Abba Yusuf of Kano State has directed the immediate closure of all bank accounts held by the state’s ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs).   The directive, issued during a meeting at the Government …

Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo has become the latest public figure to participate in the viral Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo challenge, as a video of him engaging in the popular trend circulated widely on social media. which is popularly participated by the youth of the nation.  The clip shows Governor …

Telegram founder Pavel Durov was transferred from police custody to a Paris court on Wednesday, August 28, for questioning ahead of a potential indictment, following his arrest at Paris’s Bourget Airport. French prosecutors revealed that Durov, who had been detained for the maximum 96 hours allowed under French law, is …

The Lagos State Task Force has impounded 106 motorcycles during a recent enforcement operation aimed at cracking down on the continued violation of the state’s Okada (motorcycle) ban.   The operation, which took place at key locations including the Iyana-School bus stop, Igbo-Elerin first gate bus stop, Iyana Iba-LASU expressway, Megida …

A late-night collision between two Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) buses in the Iyana Ipaja area of Lagos has left many passengers injured, highlighting concerns about the safety standards of a transportation system meant to serve as a model for other public vehicles.   The accident occurred on Tuesday, August 27, within …

Five lives were tragically lost after a canoe capsized in Gantsa town, Buji Local Government Area of Jigawa State, on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. The boat, carrying five passengers, was attempting to navigate a flood-submerged road when it overturned, leading to the immediate drowning of all on board. The incident, …

Floyd Mayweather Jr. and rapper Tyga have been hit with a lawsuit by Miami jeweler Leonard Sulaymanov, who is seeking over $3,883,657.00” in unpaid balances for high-end watches and jewelry. The suit, filed on August 23 in a federal court in Miami, alleges that Mayweather and Tyga violated the Racketeer …

The monkeypox outbreak has rapidly spread across Nigeria, now affecting 30 local government areas in 19 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with 40 confirmed cases reported. According to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), there are also 802 suspected cases across 33 states, highlighting the …

Russia has issued a stark warning to the United States and its Western allies, accusing them of “playing with fire” by considering Ukraine’s request to lift restrictions on using foreign-supplied weapons for strikes deep into Russian territory. This comes after Ukraine’s significant incursion into Russia’s Kursk region on August 6, …