Russian Drone Strike Kills Woman in Odesa as Zaporizhzhia Hit by 655 Attacks
An overnight Russian drone strike in Odesa has killed a woman and set a residential building on fire, according to regional authorities, marking another deadly escalation in the ongoing Ukraine war. Odesa Residential Building Set Ablaze The governor of the southern Ukrainian region, Oleg Kiper, confirmed on Saturday that the attack ignited a fire in […]
Davido Child Custody Drama: Singer Mistakenly Attacks Tosin Bee in Lagos Court Fallout
Afrobeats superstar Davido has come under intense online scrutiny after mistakenly directing his anger at Nigerian gospel artiste Tosin Bee amid his ongoing child custody battle. The controversy erupted following heated proceedings at the Lagos State High Court over custody arrangements for his daughter, Imade Adeleke. Courtroom Tension Boils Over The emotional hearing reportedly saw […]
Jide Awobona: Why I Don’t Celebrate Valentine’s Day After Date Ended in Fight
Nollywood actor Jide Awobona has revealed why he does not subscribe to the idea of celebrating love exclusively on Valentine’s Day, recalling a university-era date that ended in a heated argument. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, the actor described himself as “not really a Valentine’s person,” stressing that love should be expressed daily […]
Ademola Lookman Shines in Atlético Madrid’s Historic 4-0 Copa del Rey Victory Over Barcelona
Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman stole the show as Atlético Madrid delivered a stunning 4-0 victory over Barcelona in the first leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final at the Metropolitano Stadium on Thursday night. The 27-year-old attacker not only scored but also set up a goal, helping Atlético secure their biggest win over Barcelona in […]
Nigeria Shines at 2026 Para-Badminton Worlds: Bolaji Eyes Gold, Nnanna Makes History with Bronze
Paris 2024 Paralympic bronze medallist Eniola Bolaji has reached the final of the 2026 Para-Badminton World Championship in Bahrain, following a commanding semifinal win. The Nigerian star will face Japan’s Shino Kawai in the women’s SL3 final at the New Capital Indoor Hall on Saturday. Bolaji, the reigning African champion, overpowered China’s Gaoying Yuan 21-12, […]
56 Grassroots Clubs to Compete in 10th Taiwo Afolabi U-17 Football Tournament in Lagos
Lagos is set to host one of its largest youth football events as 56 grassroots football clubs prepare to compete in the 10th edition of the Taiwo Afolabi U-17 Football Cup, kicking off today. Organized by the Lagos State Grassroots Soccer Association (LSGSA) and sponsored by SIFAX Group, the tournament features 32 male teams and […]
Edo State Declares Lassa Fever Outbreak, Urges Immediate Action
Benin City, Edo State – February 13, 2026 – The Edo State Government has confirmed a Lassa Fever outbreak after six people lost their lives, prompting calls for urgent, coordinated action to curb the spread. Dr. Cyril Oshiomhole, Edo State Commissioner for Health, reported 28 laboratory-confirmed cases across the state, with recent spikes in Estako […]
Ogun Customs Intercept Four Pangolins, Deliver to Wildlife Conservation Centre
Ogun, Nigeria – Operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service, Ogun Area 1 Command in Idiroko, have successfully intercepted four live pangolins from suspected wildlife smugglers along the Yemoamota–Abule-Igbo–Ebute-Igboora route. The animals, classified as endangered, were discovered in wire mesh cages concealed inside a sack. The seizure occurred at approximately 3 a.m. on Thursday after Customs […]
FG Targets 2028 to Complete Nigeria’s National Asset Register
The Federal Government (FG) has set 2027–2028 as the target period to fully compile all viable assets into a comprehensive National Asset Register (NAR). Minister of State for Finance, Doris Uzoka-Anite, disclosed this after the second National Economic Council Conference held at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, between February 9 and 10. She said […]
Nigeria Secures Permanent Seat on African Central Bank Board
The Federal Government of Nigeria has hailed the country’s historic achievement of securing a permanent seat on the Board of the African Central Bank, marking a major diplomatic and financial milestone. In a statement on Friday, Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar described the development as a landmark achievement at the 39th Session of the African […]