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In a renewed drone offensive, Russia launched 50 combat drones against Ukraine, the Ukrainian Air Force reported today. The air force successfully countered 41 of these attacks, demonstrating their continued resilience against aerial threats. Prior to the assault, the Ukrainian Air Force had issued warnings of an impending drone attack, urging vigilance in the southern […]
Bayern Munich have secured the services of Spanish winger Bryan Zaragoza, acquiring him from La Liga outfit Granada for a reported €15 million, the Bundesliga champions confirmed today. The 22-year-old speedster has committed his long-term future to the German giants, signing a five-year contract that binds him to the club until 2029. Zaragoza has impressed […]
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have booked their place at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco with a dominant 7-1 aggregate victory over Cape Verde. This triumph was confirmed with a thrilling 2-1 comeback win in Praia, following their convincing 5-0 drubbing of Cape Verde in the first leg held in […]
Afro-pop sensation Chike Agada narrowly escaped an attack by unknown gunmen in Abuja. The musician made this known in a series of posts on his official X on Tuesday. Reflecting on the events of the past 24 hours as a testament to his life, Chike expressed gratitude to God and the DSS, who promptly came […]
Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson arrived at a public inquiry in London today, facing scrutiny for his government’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Johnson, who has faced criticism for his indecisiveness and alleged lack of scientific understanding during the crisis, is expected to admit mistakes over the course of the two-day inquiry. The inquiry […]
Nigeria’s Point of Sale (PoS) operators are facing a new challenge: a severe shortage of naira cash at banks. This has forced them to return to buying cash from traders and petrol station attendants, often at inflated prices. As a consequence, PoS operators have been compelled to increase their transaction charges by 100%, charging up […]
The death toll from the devastating accidental bombing of Tudun Biri in Kaduna State has climbed to 120, confirmed by officials of Amnesty International following their visit to the affected communities. This grim news adds to the heartbreak and anger surrounding the tragedy. Survivors, still grappling with the trauma, have come forward with chilling testimonies. […]
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared that the much-anticipated Opebi-Mende-Ojota Link Bridge and its connecting arterial roads will be ready for public use by the second quarter of 2024. Governor Sanwo-Olu made this announcement during a recent inspection tour of the ongoing project, addressing journalists at the Odo Iya Alaro area. He revealed that […]
Napoli’s Victor Osimhen ascended to the pinnacle of Italian football on Monday night, claiming the coveted Italian Footballers’ Association Footballer of the Year Award. The prestigious ceremony recognized not only Osimhen’s individual brilliance but also the collective achievements of Napoli, who reigned supreme as Serie A champions for the first time in 33 years. A […]
Adding another feather to his cap, Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, made a surprise appearance on the runway at the 2023 British Fashion Awards held at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall in London. The “Zazu” hitmaker joined British-Nigerian Grime artist Skepta and other members of his BBK crew, walking the runway with […]
