Brigitte Bardot, the French film star and 1950s-60s sexual icon who later devoted her life to animal welfare, has died at the age of 91, her foundation announced on Sunday. The Brigitte Bardot Foundation did not disclose the time or place of her death. “The Brigitte Bardot Foundation announces with immense sadness the death of…
By Ayomide Otitoju Thailand and Cambodia on Saturday agreed to an immediate ceasefire, pledging to halt weeks of deadly border clashes that have killed dozens of people and displaced more than one million residents. The agreement was announced in a joint statement signed by the defence ministers of both countries at a border checkpoint on…
By Ayomide Otitoju Voting concluded on Saturday in Ivory Coast’s parliamentary elections, with early results indicating low voter turnout following a boycott call by several opposition parties. The legislative polls were held two months after President Alassane Ouattara, 83, secured a fourth term in office, extending his 14-year rule. Observations by journalists in parts of…
By Ayomide Otitoju Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is scheduled to meet former US President Donald Trump on Sunday in Florida, as he seeks Washington’s endorsement for a new proposal aimed at ending the nearly four-year war with Russia. The meeting, set to take place at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence at 1:00 pm (1800 GMT), follows weeks…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Anambra State Government has warmly welcomed Ndi Anambra from across Nigeria and the diaspora as they return home to celebrate the festive season with their families and communities. The government said the homecoming of citizens during the festivities strengthens the bonds of unity and reaffirms a shared commitment to building a…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has reassured residents of a clean, safe, and healthy environment during the 2025 Christmas and New Year celebrations. In a statement, LAWMA Managing Director/CEO, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, said the authority has activated a comprehensive waste management plan to handle the expected surge in waste across…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has praised the Daniel Ford Elite Table Tennis Tournament for its role in developing young sporting talents across Nigeria, while commending the leadership of the Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC). Speaking at the tournament’s opening at Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall, Teslim Balogun Stadium, Surulere, the governor described…
By Ayomide Otitoju President Bola Tinubu on Saturday attended the 2025 Adamu Orisha Play Eyo Festival in Lagos, describing the event as a celebration that accentuates the richness of Nigerian culture and highlights its vast potential for tourism development. The festival, held at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos Island, attracted a wide array of dignitaries,…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos State Government, in partnership with technology company TECNO, has unveiled the Sanwo-Olu Mini Stadium, an eight-a-side AstroTurf football pitch located at Sura under bridge, Lagos Island, as part of efforts to promote youth engagement and sports development across the state. The initiative aligns with the commitment of Governor Babajide Olusola…
