Nigerian highlife singer Chinedu Okoli, popularly known as Flavour, has agreed with Jamaican reggae icon Buju Banton that afrobeats music lacks depth. Banton sparked controversy after claiming in an interview that Afrobeats music is “f*ckery.” He claimed that Afrobeats had no substance and would fade with time. Reacting in a recent episode of the ‘In …
Man nabbed in Katsina for kidnapping a minor
The Police in Katsina State have arrested one Halilu Yusuf, 21, for allegedly kidnapping a six-year-old boy. The police spokesman, ASP Abubakar Aliyu, disclosed this while briefing newsmen on Wednesday in Katsina. He said: “On August 17, at about 2pm, based on credible intelligence, the command succeeded in arresting Halilu Yusuf, 21, of Gezawa, via …
Nigerian govt says over four million children malnourished in Northeast, Northwest
The Federal Government has confirmed that over four million children in the Northeast and Northwest regions are malnourished. Mrs Ladidi Bako-Aiyebusi, the Director of Nutrition Department in the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, made this known on Wednesday at a five-day meeting with nutrition experts and stakeholders in Keffi local government area of …
Tinubu doesn’t interfere in my decisions – Wike
Nyesom Wike has acknowledged the unwavering support he has received from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying it has helped him succeed in his job as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT. Wike, who spoke in Abuja on Wednesday during a media parley with some selected journalists marking his first year in office, said …
Nigerian footballer dies in Cyprus car crash
A 20-year-old Nigerian footballer, Paul Julius Goewam, has d!ed in a car crash in Cyprus. Police said Julius was driving on the Paralimni-Protaras road when his car collided with a vehicle travelling in the opposite direction around 6:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, near Pernera. The talented striker, from Plateau State, had joined Cypriot …
Nigerian footballer dies in Cyprus car crash
A 20-year-old Nigerian footballer, Paul Julius Goewam, has died in a car crash in Cyprus. Police said Julius was driving on the Paralimni-Protaras road when his car collided with a vehicle travelling in the opposite direction around 6:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, near Pernera. The talented striker, from Plateau State, had joined Cypriot …
Chelsea manager bars players from training
Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca, has confirmed he is not working with 42 players. According to Maresca, he is training with a small squad of 21 and the others have been kept apart. The Blues boss was speaking ahead of Thursday’s UEFA Conference League play-off first leg against Servette. Maresca said: “I am not working with …
Jennifer Lopez files for divorce from Ben Affleck
Popular American singer and actress, Jennifer Lopez, also known as J.Lo, has filed for divorce from her husband, Ben Affleck. The couple, who have been in romance dates since early 2000s, tied the knot in Las Vegas in July 2022. She filed for divorce on Tuesday August 20 2024, at Los Angeles County Superior Court. …
US Election: Trump set to hold first outdoor rally
Former US President and Republican candidate, Donald Trump will hold a rally outdoors Wednesday in North Carolina, the first open-air campaign event since he narrowly escaped an assassination attempt at an open-air appearance a month ago. According to US media reports, citing security and campaign personnel, security precautions are said to have been intensified for …
British Army begins recruitment for Nigerians, others
The British Army is offering Commonwealth citizens, including Nigerians, an opportunity to join its distinguished force started on the 19th August 2024. The application window will remain open until 26th August 2024. Applications are specifically invited for the roles of musician, Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineer, Royal Engineers Technician and Tradesman, and paratrooper. This recruitment …