Michelle Obama has officially shut down rumors that she and former President Barack Obama are getting a divorce. In a new episode of the Work in Progress podcast with actress Sophia Bush, the former First Lady opened up about the speculation surrounding her recent public absences—specifically her choice to skip President Jimmy …
Fuel Prices To Drop As FEC Extends Naira-For-Crude Deal
Oil marketers have announced that Nigerians can expect a significant reduction in petrol prices soon, thanks to the continuation of the Federal Government’s Naira-for-Crude initiative, which allows crude oil and refined products to be sold in naira. The initiative is expected to reduce the reliance on the US dollar and stabilize fuel …
President Tinubu Mourns Justice Sotuminu, Former Lagos Chief Judge
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Lagos State Chief Judge, Justice Ibitola Adebisi Sotuminu, who passed away at the age of 86. In a statement on Wednesday, Tinubu, through his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, extended his condolences to Sotuminu’s family, friends, …
U.S.-China Trade War Could Cut Trade By 80% – Okonjo-Iweala Warns
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organization, has warned that the ongoing tariff war between the United States and China could reduce bilateral trade by up to 80%, which would also negatively impact the global economy. Speaking on Wednesday, Okonjo-Iweala highlighted that the US and China together account for 30% …
Pope Francis Meets King Charles And Queen Camilla In Surprise Visit
The Vatican released a photo on Thursday showing Pope Francis meeting with King Charles III and Queen Camilla during the British monarch’s state visit to Italy the day before. The meeting came as a surprise, since Buckingham Palace had previously cancelled the planned audience due to the 88-year-old pope’s fragile health. Pope …
Messi Scores Twice As Miami Beats LAFC
Lionel Messi scored twice as Inter Miami pulled off a dramatic 3-1 win over Los Angeles FC on Wednesday, overturning a 2-0 aggregate deficit to reach the semi-finals of the CONCACAF Champions Cup with a 3-2 overall victory. Trailing 1-0 from the first leg and falling further behind when Aaron Long …
Junior Pope’s Wife Shares Family Photo And Tribute On His Death Anniversary
Jennifer Odonwodo, widow of the late actor Junior Pope Odonwodo, has shared a heartfelt family photo with her sons to mark the first anniversary of his passing. In the touching image, Jennifer—an events manager—is seen with her sons posing beside a large framed portrait of Junior Pope, whose real name was John …
Atiku Pays Tribute To Helen Owie
Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party and former Vice President, has expressed his condolences over the passing of Lady Helen Owie, wife of former Senate Chief Whip, Senator Rowland Owie. Lady Helen passed away on Wednesday in Abuja at the age of 71. In a message …