Author: Olakunle Oke
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Africa’s musical giants, Burna Boy and Tems, reign supreme as the Nigerian artists with the most Billboard Hot 100 entries, a testament to their global impact. The “African Giant” cemented his place in history this week as his latest collaboration, “Just Like Me” featuring 21 Savage and Metro Boomin, debuted at #67 on the prestigious […]
Hope dims for dozens buried under a landslide in China’s southwest as the confirmed death toll reaches 20. The pre-dawn disaster, which struck Zhenxiong County in Yunnan province, swallowed 18 homes and forced the evacuation of over 200 people. More than 30 agonizing hours have passed since the earth tore loose, leaving 24 individuals missing […]
In a pivotal move to boost trade and investment, the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Indian government signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) on Monday, January 22nd, 2024. The ceremony, held at the Indian High Commission in Abuja, witnessed the exchange of letters of intent that further solidify the bilateral relationship between the two […]
Ondo State awaits the final send-off for its former governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, who passed away on December 27th, 2023, after a courageous battle with prostrate cancer. In a statement released recently, the Akeredolu family confirmed the burial date as February 23rd, 2024, igniting preparations across the state for a somber yet momentous occasion. Akeredolu’s tenure […]
Tensions simmer at the Plateau State House of Assembly as 16 expelled lawmakers, despite their removal by the Appeal Court, vow to resume their legislative duties today. To head off potential clashes, the state police command has deployed a heavy security contingent, blanketing the Old Government House with a fortress of armed officers. The move […]
William Troost-Ekong has been ruled out of Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Group A clash with Guinea-Bissau. Troost-Ekong, sustained a hamstring injury in Super Eagles’ 1-0 victory against hosts Cote d’Ivoire last week Thursday. The centre-back scored the winning goal for Nigeria in the keenly contested encounter. The PAOK Salonica of Greece player could […]
Get ready for an electrifying performance by Burna Boy, the “African Giant” himself, at the 66th Grammy Awards! Announced alongside Luke Combs and Travis Scott, Burna Boy joins the star-studded performer lineup for the February 4th ceremony in Los Angeles. This isn’t just a stage debut for Burna Boy at the Grammys; he’s also a […]
Forty-seven people were buried when a landslide struck a remote and mountainous part of southwestern China today, State media reported. The pre-dawn landslide hit in Zhenxiong County, Yunnan province. State broadcaster CCTV said around 18 households were buried, and that more than 200 people were urgently evacuated from the area. Authorities have launched an emergency […]
The British Council has dealt another blow to Nigerian students and professionals aiming to study or work abroad, announcing a second hefty increase in IELTS examination fees within five months. Effective February 1, 2024, the cost of taking the English Language Testing System for both computer academic and general training modules will hike by a […]
The Senate is set to summon Minister Nyesom Wike following the escalating security challenges in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. This was revealed by the senator representing the FCT, Ireti Kingibe, during an interview. Senator Kingibe, who was elected under the Labour Party (LP) platform, expressed concern about the recent surge in criminal activities, including […]
