Saheed Osupa, Malaika and 83 Others Set Guinness Record for Largest Afrobeats Orchestra
By Our Correspondent Legendary Fuji singer Saheed Osupa, alongside KS1 Malaika and 83 other musicians, has helped Nigeria achieve a historic milestone as the world record for the largest orchestra performing Afrobeats music. The achievement was officially confirmed by Guinness World Records following a landmark performance in Lagos. The record-breaking concert took place during Trench […]
US Warns of Possible Terror Threat to American Facilities, Schools in Nigeria
By Our Correspondent The United States Embassy in Nigeria has issued a security alert warning of a possible terrorist threat targeting American facilities and U.S.-affiliated schools across the country. The warning urges U.S. citizens currently residing in or visiting Nigeria to exercise increased caution, particularly around American diplomatic missions and institutions. In a security notice […]
Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal Defects from PDP to APC Ahead of 2027 Elections
By Our Correspondent National News – Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has officially left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the All Progressives Congress (APC), a move confirmed in a statement on Monday by his media aide, Nuhu Anka. According to the statement, the defection follows extensive consultations with party leaders, elders, and supporters […]
NSCDC Arrests 16 Over Fake $600,000, Illegal Firearms, Kidnapping, Others
By Our Correspondent Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have arrested 16 suspects over alleged crimes including possession of counterfeit $600,000, illegal firearms trafficking, suspected kidnapping and illegal mining activities in different parts of the country. The arrests were carried out by the Commandant General’s Special Intelligence Squad in collaboration with […]
Appeal Court Backs Sule Lamido in PDP Convention Dispute, Faults Party Over Court Order
By Our Correspondent The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed a previous ruling stopping the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from proceeding with its controversial national convention without allowing former Sule Lamido to participate in the race for the party’s national chairmanship. In a unanimous judgment delivered on Monday, a three-member panel of the appellate […]
Paddington The Musical Wins Record Nine WhatsOnStage Awards in West End Triumph
By Our Correspondent Paddington The Musical has made history at the WhatsOnStage Awards after sweeping nine major prizes, becoming one of the most successful shows ever celebrated by theatre audiences. The West End production, inspired by the beloved children’s stories created by Michael Bond, captivated fans and critics alike following its debut at London’s Savoy […]
Rihanna’s Beverly Hills Home Hit by Gunfire as Police Arrest Suspect
By Our Correspondent The Beverly Hills mansion of global pop superstar Rihanna was struck by gunfire on Sunday afternoon, prompting a swift response from police in Los Angeles, authorities confirmed. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, even though the singer was reportedly inside the property when the shooting occurred. According to officials from the Los Angeles […]
BREAKING: Dangote Refinery Raises Petrol Price to N1,175 Per Litre Again
By Our Correspondent Petrol prices in Nigeria have surged again after the Dangote Petroleum Refinery increased the gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to N1,175 per litre, marking the third petrol price hike within one week. The latest adjustment is expected to worsen the rising cost of living and increase transportation and production expenses […]
Istanbul Ex-Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu Faces 2,430-Year Corruption Trial
By Our Correspondent The former mayor of Istanbul, Ekrem Imamoglu, is set to face a high-profile corruption trial, drawing international attention and criticism from rights groups. The 55-year-old politician, a leading figure in Turkey’s Republican People’s Party (CHP), faces more than 140 charges including corruption and operating a criminal organization, with prosecutors seeking a staggering […]
G7 Holds Emergency Meeting as Oil Prices Surge Amid US-Israel-Iran Conflict
By Our Correspondent G7 nations are convening an emergency meeting on Monday to tackle surging oil prices and market turmoil caused by the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran. The unprecedented gathering of finance ministers, including UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves, comes as Brent crude surpassed $100 a barrel, and global stock markets plunged amid fears of […]