Kunle Afolayan Signs Landmark MoU with Benin Republic to Strengthen African Film Industry
Renowned Nigerian filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Benin to deepen collaboration in film production, youth empowerment, and creative infrastructure development across West Africa. The agreement was signed at the KAP Hub in Lagos, headquarters of Kunle Afolayan Productions, following high-level engagements initiated by the Beninese Presidency. The […]
‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star Eric Dane Dies at 53 After Courageous ALS Battle
Eric Dane, best known for portraying Dr. Mark Sloan on the hit medical drama Grey’s Anatomy, has died at the age of 53 following a battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). US media outlets reported Thursday that the actor passed away in the afternoon. His family confirmed the news in a statement shared with CBS […]
FIFA to Lead $75M Gaza Football Rebuilding Project After Conflict
FIFA will spearhead a $75 million initiative to rebuild football facilities in Gaza, which were devastated by years of conflict between Israel and Hamas, officials announced Thursday. The project was unveiled in Washington during the first meeting of former US President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace,” a coalition of global leaders focused on the post-war […]
Chelsea Coach Liam Rosenior Demands Lifetime Ban for Racist Players and Managers
Chelsea F.C. head coach Liam Rosenior has called for lifetime bans for any player, coach, or manager found guilty of racist behaviour, following a recent UEFA Champions League controversy. The incident occurred during Real Madrid CF’s 1-0 win over S.L. Benfica in Lisbon, when Brazilian winger Vinícius Júnior reported racial abuse by Gianluca Prestianni. UEFA […]
EPL 2026: Wayne Rooney Backs Arsenal to Win Premier League Over Man City
Former Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney has revealed he would rather see Arsenal FC lift the Premier League trophy this season than Manchester City FC or Liverpool FC. Rooney, who spent 13 years at Manchester United, admitted his loyalties influence his preference, especially when it comes to Liverpool. While recognizing Manchester City’s dominance under Pep […]
FG Investigates Plateau Mine Tragedy After 37 Miners Die in Wase
The Federal Government has launched a full investigation into the mining disaster in Zurak community, Wase Local Government Area, Plateau State, which left 37 miners dead and 25 others hospitalized. The probe team, led by Minister of Solid Minerals Development Henry Dele Alake and represented by Permanent Secretary Faruk Yabo, visited the site Thursday. The […]
UniAbuja Appeals for Help to Find Missing 100-Level Accounting Student, Sadiya Usman
The University of Abuja has launched a public appeal for assistance in locating Sadiya Usman, a 100-level student of the Department of Accounting, who has been reported missing. In a statement released on Thursday, Dr Habib Yakoob, Acting Director of Information and University Relations, disclosed that Sadiya was last seen leaving her residence at Kontagora […]
Federal Government Resumes Construction of Kano–Gwarzo–Dayi Road After 3-Year Halt
Communities along the Kano–Gwarzo–Dayi road have welcomed the Federal Government’s resumption of construction on the long-abandoned highway, praising the efforts of the Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, for facilitating the project. The road, neglected for over three years, will now receive a fresh boost after the Federal Government approved N19 billion for its […]
Plateau Police Begin 24-Hour Patrols Amid Lent and Ramadan
The Plateau State Police Command has commenced 24-hour patrols across the state’s 17 local government areas to maintain public safety during the Christian Lenten season and the Muslim Ramadan celebrations. The directive was issued by the State Commissioner of Police, CP Bassey Ewah, in a statement signed by the Command’s spokesman, Alabo Alfred, on Friday. […]
Adamawa Police Detain Six Youths Following Gunshot Incident in Lamurde
The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested six youths following a gunshot incident in Lamurde Local Government Area, as part of a broader effort to prevent escalation of communal tensions in the region. In a statement issued on Thursday, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, the State Police Public Relations Officer, said the suspects were apprehended during […]