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20 Mar
In the latest release from the World Happiness Report, Nigeria has been positioned as the most happiest country in Africa and 102nd globally. This ranking comes amidst a diverse backdrop of economic, social, and political factors that influence the well-being of Nigerians. The World Happiness Report, a respected global survey, ranks countries based on various…
11 Feb
Ah, Valentine's Day - the day of the year when love birds flutter their wings, Cupid's pink and red arrows fly amok, and florists become overnight millionaires (probably even billionaires with the shocking price of flower bouquets now). It's a day filled with roses, chocolates, lots of money sending and receiving, and grand romantic gestures,…
8 Feb
The prestigious Headies Awards, celebrating the best of Nigerian music, is coming back home after two years abroad. The 17th edition of the awards will be held in Nigeria, marking a triumphant return to its birth nation. Since 2006, the Headies have served as a beacon for Nigerian music, honoring the talent and creativity of…
8 Feb
Astrid Wett, an adult content creator, has caused a stir online after posting a bizarre twerking video claiming she is "19% Nigerian." The video was shared on social media ahead of Nigeria's Africa Cup of Nations semi-final match against South Africa. The tense semi-final match between Nigeria and South Africa ended in a 1-1 draw…
2 Feb
A Chinese couple, Zhang Bo and Ye Chengchen, were executed on Wednesday for the 2020 murders of their two young children, a two-year-old girl and a one-year-old boy. The case sparked outrage in China due to the deliberate and brutal nature of the killings. Zhang and Ye, who began an affair while he was still…
7 Jan
Denim, the versatile wardrobe chameleon, offers an endless canvas for fashion enthusiasts to express their individual style. In 2024, the art of styling denim goes beyond the conventional, embracing creativity, diversity, and a blend of classic and contemporary elements. 1. Elevated Basics: Start with a classic denim piece, be it a pair of well-fitted jeans…
17 Dec
It has been confirmed that 2023 will be the hottest year in recorded history by the the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S). While we await harmattan, here’s your guide to navigating the scorching heat. Living in Lagos means embracing its vibrant energy, but it also means battling the relentless heat. With temperatures soaring and humidity…
7 Dec
Actress and singer Vanessa Hudgens has officially tied the knot with her fiancé, professional baseball player Cole Tucker. The couple exchanged vows in a stunning ceremony held in Tulum, Mexico, earlier this week. News of the wedding broke over the weekend when several photos surfaced online showing Hudgens and Tucker celebrating their union with close…
5 Dec
Actor Michael B. Jordan found himself involved in a fender bender in Hollywood. According to TMZ, Jordan was cruising in his Ferrari when he collided with a parked Kia. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) arrived on the scene to find a crumpled Kia and a slightly worse-for-wear Ferrari. Thankfully, there were no injuries reported,…
4 Dec
Nigerian media personality Toke Makinwa has bravely shared her personal story of losing her parents in a fire incident during her childhood. In an interview on her show, "Toke Moments," she opened up about the traumatic experience and how it has shaped her life. Makinwa recalled the devastating incident during an interview with comedian AY…
25 Nov
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who is serving a 22.5-year sentence for the murder of George Floyd, was stabbed in prison on Friday, according to reports. The Associated Press reports that Chauvin was stabbed by another inmate at the Federal Correctional Institution in Tucson, Arizona, around 12:30 p.m. He was seriously injured in the…
24 Nov
Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing a new lawsuit accusing him of sexually assaulting a woman he drugged on a date in 1991. The lawsuit, filed in Manhattan Supreme Court, is one of the last brought under New York's Adult Survivors Act, which allows victims of sexual abuse to file claims regardless of when the alleged…
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President Bola Tinubu has appointed a new board to oversee the affairs of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Tinubu announced the appointment of seven Nigerian professionals on Friday in a statement by presidency spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale. The SEC board has Mairiga Aliyu Katuka as Chairman; Emomotimi Agama is Director-General while Frana Chukwuogor is Executive…
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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has warned the public not to fall for a video suggesting it is auctioning vehicles. NCS on Friday refuted the video with scandalous narration announcing a purported auction of vehicles. Customs issued a statement on Friday to alert the general public on the video while warning them not to fall…
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A man set himself on fire Friday outside the court where Donald Trump is standing trial in Manhattan, with officers rushing to extinguish the flames. Burning clothes were strewn in the park, which was locked down by authorities, while ambulances lined up nearby on standby, an AFP correspondent at the scene saw, describing a strong…
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Leul Gebreselassie, the second Ethiopian man to win the men's title at the Okpekpe international 10km road race, will be gunning for his first major marathon win on Sunday at the London Marathon. The London Marathon is one of the six major marathons in the world. The rest are Boston, Berlin, New York, Tokyo, and Chicago…
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The Delta State Police Command has urged Point-of-Sale (POS) operators to be cautious when handling large cash transactions, particularly those involving armed individuals. It noted that customers requesting large cash transactions should be accompanied by a video by the POS operator. Police spokesperson, SP Bright Edafe, stated on Friday in a post on X, noting…
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Lagos State government on Friday said it has apprehended 10 fake enforcement officials around the Cele/Itire axis of the Apapa-Oshodi Expressway of the state. The apprehended persons; Ojo Oluwaseun, Rafiu Agbabiaka, Babatunde Ibrahim, Abiodun Olusegun, Daniel Olanrewaju, Aweda Kabiru, Olufowobi Michael, Olamilekan Olasupo, Bunmi James and Iyiola Shola(female) were caught carrying out unauthorised enforcement using…
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Mikel Arteta has urged Arsenal to prove they have the mental strength to bounce back from a painful spell that wrecked their Champions League challenge and dented their Premier League title bid.
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Pep Guardiola has revealed Erling Haaland could miss Manchester City's FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea at Wembley on Saturday.