President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound sorrow over the tragic fuel tanker explosion that claimed the lives of over 80 people and left many injured at Dikko Junction in Gurara Local Government Area of Niger State. In a statement released on Sunday by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu extended his heartfelt condolences to the…
Dame Joan Plowright, an Oscar-nominated actress and celebrated figure of stage and screen, has passed away at the age of 95, her family announced on Friday. In a statement, her children Richard, Tamsin, and Julie-Kate said: “It is with great sadness that the family of Dame Joan Plowright, the Lady Olivier, inform you that she…
Donald Trump was inaugurated for a historic second term as U.S. president on Monday, pledging immediate action on immigration and cultural issues as he capped a remarkable political comeback. With one hand on a Bible gifted by his mother, the 47th president took the oath of office under the Capitol’s Rotunda, marking the first indoor…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has distanced itself from responsibility for the ongoing crude oil spillage and fire incident at a wellhead in Buguma, Asari-Toru Local Government Area, Rivers State. In a statement issued on Monday, NNPC’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, attributed the disaster to sabotage by pipeline…
By Ayomide Otitoju Pastor Idowu Iluyomade, the suspended senior pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), City of David Parish, has founded a new ministry, The Family Fellowship, in Lagos. In a widely circulated video on Monday, Iluyomade was seen celebrating with members during the inaugural service held at the Civic Centre in…
As the U.S. edges closer to a potential ban on TikTok, the music industry is grappling with what some are calling a “marketing apocalypse.” The short-form video app, integral to music discovery and promotion, has become a linchpin for artists seeking to break out or sustain relevance. Tatiana Cirisano, a music industry analyst at MIDiA…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed relief and solidarity following the release of hostages held in Gaza, some of whom endured 470 days of harrowing captivity. While the freed individuals and their families can now begin the arduous journey toward healing, the ordeal persists for dozens of others who remain detained. In a statement,…
The Brazilian government has officially announced Nigeria’s admission as a partner country in the multinational bloc BRICS, marking a significant step in fostering cooperation among nations of the Global South. In a statement released by Brazil, the bloc highlighted the shared priorities between BRICS and Nigeria, particularly in enhancing South-South collaboration and advocating for the…
As Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House following his inauguration on Monday, his family’s involvement in his administration is expected to be more limited than during his first term. While some will take on unofficial advisory roles, others are stepping back from politics. Here’s a closer look at how the former president’s…
