A Lagos State High Court sitting at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos Island, has acquitted and discharged the “Eze Ndigbo of Ajao Estate”, Frederick Nwajagu, on allegations of terrorism. Justice Yetunde Adesanya held that the prosecution, the Lagos State Government, could not prove the offence of terrorism against him beyond any reasonable doubt. The court, …
Three Nigerians sentenced in US for $2m fraud scheme targeting elderly and vulnerable individuals
Three Nigerians have been sentenced to various hail terms in the U.S for participating in an international mail and wire fraud scheme originating in Nigeria and frequently targeting elderly individuals. The United States Attorney for the Western District of Michigan Mark A. Totten announced the sentencing in a statement on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. According …
Biden Won’t Enforce TikTok Ban, Leaving App’s Future to Trump, Official Says
US President Joe Biden has decided not to enforce a ban on TikTok that was set to take effect a day before he leaves office, according to a US official who spoke to the Associated Press. Instead, the responsibility for the app’s future will fall to President-elect Donald Trump. Last year, Congress passed a law—signed …
Naomi Osaka retires from Australian Open match due to injury
Naomi Osaka’s campaign at the Australian Open has come to a premature end, with the two-time champion retiring from her third-round match against Belinda Bencic due to an abdominal injury. The 27-year-old Japanese star began feeling discomfort during the first set of the Friday clash, calling for medical attention while leading 6-5. Despite her …
Danielle Collins Booed After Controversial On-Court Antics Against Aussie Rising Star Destanee Aiava
American tennis star Danielle Collins faced heavy criticism from Australian fans after her contentious behavior during a second-round match at the Australian Open. The world No.10’s antics overshadowed her hard-fought victory against rising Aussie sensation Destanee Aiava. The match was a grueling three-set thriller, with Collins ultimately prevailing 7-6(4), 4-6, 6-2. Aiava, a qualifier, showcased …
Governors back tax reform bills but reject VAT increase
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has rejected the move to increase Value Added Tax (VAT). The forum made this known in a communiqué released after its meeting in Abuja on Thursday, Jan. 16. The governors expressed support for the ongoing legislative process of the Tax Reform Bills currently before the National Assembly. However they opposed …
Learner Tien Shocks Medvedev in Five-Set Thriller at Australian Open
19-Year-Old Learner Tien Stuns Medvedev in Epic Late-Night Showdown The Australian Open continues to witness teenage triumphs, with 19-year-old American qualifier Learner Tien pulling off a spectacular upset against former world No. 1 Daniil Medvedev in a grueling five-set battle. The match, which lasted an exhausting four hours and 48 minutes, ended just after 2:50 …
I feel like I’m in prison, Wendy Williams breaks silence on conservatorship
Wendy Williams just broke her silence on the conservatorship she’s been placed on. The former talk show host and her niece, Alex, called into Power 105.1’s The Breakfast Club, hosted by DJ Envy, Charlamagne that God and Jess Hilarious, on Thursday, Jan. 16. During the interview, she spoke about her court-mandated guardianship, comparing her life …
Jessica Alba Breaks Silence on Separation from Cash Warren
Jessica Alba has addressed her separation from husband Cash Warren for the first time, following nearly 17 years of marriage and three children together. The actress shared a heartfelt statement on Instagram, responding to reports about their decision to part ways despite spending the holidays as a family. Alba revealed that she and Warren are …
Basketball star Noah Scurry shot and killed outside home
Noah Scurry, a 17-year-old high school basketball star from Pennsylvania, tragically lost his life this week after he was sh0t just steps from his home. The Philadelphia Police Department reported that the fatal incident took place around 7:15 AM on Tuesday, January 14, while Scurry was on his way to Samuel Fels High School. The …