Tennis: Djokovic breaks Federer’s record for most Grand Slam matches

World number one and 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic has surpassed another milestone, breaking Roger Federer’s record as the read more Tennis: Djokovic breaks Federer’s record for most Grand…

Kidnaps and the terror of the East African night

Abductions and disappearances on a grand scale, as witnessed in Amin’s Uganda where thousands vanished without a trace, can deform and terrorise a society in profound waysRead More

Kidnaps and the terror of the East African night

Abductions and disappearances on a grand scale, as witnessed in Amin’s Uganda where thousands vanished without a trace, can deform and terrorise a society in profound waysRead More

Kidnaps and the terror of the East African night

Abductions and disappearances on a grand scale, as witnessed in Amin’s Uganda where thousands vanished without a trace, can deform and terrorise a society in profound waysRead More

Military widows decry neglect, seek Lagos gov’s support

A group known as “Wives of Fallen Heroes in Lagos State” has voiced their concerns about being neglected by the state government. The group’s representative, Oluwaseyi Iliya, raised the issue during the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day ceremony at Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos Island, on Wednesday. Iliya stated that they have not benefited from the
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A group known as “Wives of Fallen Heroes in Lagos State” has voiced their concerns about being neglected by the state government. The group’s representative, Oluwaseyi Iliya, raised the issue during the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day ceremony at Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos Island, on Wednesday. Iliya stated that they have not benefited from the

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Kenya turns to UAE for railway funding after China’s withdrawal

President William Ruto said Kenya has started discussions with the United Arab Emirates to secure financing to complete a regional railway after China cut infrastructure funding to the project. The railway connecting the Kenyan port of Mombasa with landlocked neighbours, as part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative, ended in the Rift Valley in 2019,
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President William Ruto said Kenya has started discussions with the United Arab Emirates to secure financing to complete a regional railway after China cut infrastructure funding to the project. The railway connecting the Kenyan port of Mombasa with landlocked neighbours, as part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative, ended in the Rift Valley in 2019,

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JUST IN: Ondo gov dissolves cabinet, retains two commissioners

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has dissolved the State Executive Council with immediate effect. The dissolution, announced on Wednesday, exempts two cabinet members—Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Kayode Ajulo, and Commissioner for Finance, Mrs. Omowunmi Isaac—due to the critical nature of their duties. In a statement issued by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary,
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Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has dissolved the State Executive Council with immediate effect. The dissolution, announced on Wednesday, exempts two cabinet members—Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Kayode Ajulo, and Commissioner for Finance, Mrs. Omowunmi Isaac—due to the critical nature of their duties. In a statement issued by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary,

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Nigerian music industry ‘filled with dangerous sharks’, says Tiwa Savage

Afrobeats singer Tiwa Savage has responded to concerns about a video showing her “swimming with sharks.” The 44-year-old artist shared the underwater footage on her Instagram story, where she could be seen swimming close to the marine creatures while wearing an oxygen mask. She revealed that the experience was part of her bucket list. The
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Afrobeats singer Tiwa Savage has responded to concerns about a video showing her “swimming with sharks.” The 44-year-old artist shared the underwater footage on her Instagram story, where she could be seen swimming close to the marine creatures while wearing an oxygen mask. She revealed that the experience was part of her bucket list. The

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Nigeria’s inflation hit 34.80% in December – NBS

The National Bureau of Statistics has reported that Nigeria’s inflation rate rose to 34.80% in December 2024, reflecting a slight increase from the 34.60% recorded in November. According to the latest Consumer Price Index report released on Wednesday, the marginal rise of 0.20% has been attributed to heightened demand for goods and services during the
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The National Bureau of Statistics has reported that Nigeria’s inflation rate rose to 34.80% in December 2024, reflecting a slight increase from the 34.60% recorded in November. According to the latest Consumer Price Index report released on Wednesday, the marginal rise of 0.20% has been attributed to heightened demand for goods and services during the

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Katsina gov honours fallen heroes, backs security forces

Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, on Wednesday, paid tribute to fallen military heroes and emphasised his administration’s commitment to supporting security forces and veterans. Radda made this known during the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration held at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Katsina. “The Government of Katsina State remains resolute in supporting our veterans,
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Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, on Wednesday, paid tribute to fallen military heroes and emphasised his administration’s commitment to supporting security forces and veterans. Radda made this known during the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration held at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Katsina. “The Government of Katsina State remains resolute in supporting our veterans,

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Business & Economy

US government donates $32.5 million to WFP to address hunger in Nigeria
FCCPC issues new regulation to address loan app harassment
ChatGPT to add parental controls amid child safety concerns
AMCON-backed Unity Bank summons shareholders meeting for merger with Providus