Mali Suspends Political Activities Ahead of Protest Against Military Junta
Mali has suspended political activities across the country ahead of a planned protest against the military junta that has ruled since coups in 2020 and 2021. The West African country’s political parties are demanding a return to constitutional order and a presidential election, and they were expected to gather for a demonstration on Friday. However, […]
Senate Passes Two Tax Reform Bills, Rejects VAT Increase
Senate has passed two of President Bola Tinubu’s four tax reform bills, namely Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Bill and the Joint Revenue Board Establishment Bill. Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, who announced the passage of the bills, said they would enhance governance, revolutionize tax collection and distribution across the country. He further assured that the remaining […]
“106 & Park” to celebrate 25 years at “BET Awards 2025”
BET Media Group will celebrate the 25th anniversary of legendary music video countdown show 106 & Park with a can’t-miss tribute at “BET Awards” 2025, LIVE on Tuesday, June 10, on BET DStv Chanel 129 and GOtv Channel 21. Beloved former hosts AJ Calloway, Free, Julissa Bermudez, Keshia Chanté, Rocsi Diaz, and Terrence J will reunite on stage for a nostalgic celebration […]
Iyabo Ojo Was Unaware Money Spraying Is A Crime
Nigerian actress and filmmaker, Iyabo Ojo, has said she was unaware that spraying money, including foreign currencies, at events, was against the law. Ojo revealed this in a statement posted on her official Instagram page, to clarify the reason behind her recent visit to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on May 5. According […]
Rihanna Confirmed She Is Expecting Third Child
Rihanna has officially confirmed she is expecting her third child and made the announcement at the 2025 Met Gala. After months and months of speculation from fans, the Met appearance wearing a visible baby bump beneath her custom couture look, served as a stylish confirmation that the superstar and her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky, are […]
Inter Milan Go Past Barcelona in Epic Clash To Reach Champions League Final
Inter Milan sealed a dramatic 4-3 win over Barcelona on Tuesday, advancing to the Champions League final with a 7-6 aggregate victory. Davide Frattesi’s extra-time strike in the 99th minute sent San Siro into raptures after Francesco Acerbi’s last-gasp equalizer had kept their hopes alive. In the final on May 31 in Munich, Inter will […]
UK and India Agree Trade Deal After Three Years Of Talks
After three years of talks, the UK and India have finally agreed a trade deal that will make it easier for UK firms to export whisky, cars and other products to India, and cut taxes on India’s clothing and footwear exports. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said the deal would boost growth and “deliver for […]
NELFUND To Improve Student Loan Access With Tech
Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND, says it is working on building a technology driven system that would improve easy access to its loans, following allegations of mismanagement of 100 billion naira. Its Managing Director, Akintunde Sawyerr, gave the assurances yesterday in Abuja while addressing Polytechnics, Monotechnics and Institutes at a Stakeholders Engagement Session on NELFUND […]
Senate sets up 19-Member Ad-hoc Committee to Oversee Rivers Emergency Rule
Senate has constituted an 18-member committee to oversee the activities of the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas. Announcing this at yesterday’s plenary, President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, named Senator Opeyemi Bamidele as Chairman of the Committee. Akpabio insisted that the committee’s role was critical in ensuring effective legislative oversight in […]
Skales hit single ‘Shake Body’ Goes Viral on TikTok After 10 Years
Nigerian singer, Skales is currently enjoying a commercial resurgence of his 10 year old single ‘Shake Body’ which has gone viral on TikTok. Skales has teased a new song that pays tribute to Barcelona teenage superstar Lamine Yamal titled ‘Dance Like Lamine Yamal’ who has helped him score a global hit reaching 1 million monthly […]