Reps Celebrate Sultan of Sokoto at 70
By Oluwakemi Kindness Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, and his deputy, Benjamin Kalu, have congratulated the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’adu Abubakar III, on his 70th birthday. In separate statements issued on Tuesday, the lawmakers praises the monarch for his lifelong commitment to peace, national unity and religious tolerance. Speaker Abbas described […]
Ethiopia Bids to Host 2028 Africa Cup of Nations
By Julian Osamoto Ethiopia has formally submitted a bid to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON, seeking to stage the continental tournament for the first time in more than 50 years. The Ethiopian Football Federation confirmed the bid on Monday, saying the country is ready to host Africa’s biggest football competition. Ethiopia last […]
Australia Bars AI-Made Music From Top Charts
By Julian Osamoto Australia is set to exclude fully AI-generated songs from its official music charts by Friday, as the country’s music industry moves to protect human creativity. This is contained in its new guidelines where Australian Recording Industry Association, ARIA, says songs must be substantially created by humans to qualify for the charts. Under […]
NCPC Boss Felicitates Muslims on Eid-ul-Mawlid
By Chinedu Echianu The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission NCPC, Bishop Stephen Adegbite, has urged Muslims to promote peace, love and national unity as they celebrate Eid-el-Maulid. In a statement issued in Abuja, by the commission’s Director of Media and Public Relations, Celestine Toruka, Adegbite urges Muslim faithful to emulate the virtues […]
Eid-el-Maulud: Wike Calls for Peace, Unity in FCT
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has urged residents to promote peace, tolerance and unity as Muslims celebrate Eid-el-Maulud. In a message marking the birth of Prophet Muhammad, Wike said the occasion offers an opportunity to reflect on values such as compassion, patience, sacrifice and fellowship. He advised residents to […]
Stocks Waver as Oil Rises on Iran Tensions
By Julian Osamoto Asian stocks traded unevenly on Tuesday as investors weighed rising tensions over Iran and awaited Nvidia’s latest earnings report. Oil prices edged higher after the United States threatened tougher economic measures against Iran, raising concerns about the impact of prolonged geopolitical tensions on global markets. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington […]
30 Killed in Mosque Attacks in Niger State
By Julian Osamoto At least 30 people have been killed after terrorists attacked four mosques in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State. The attackers reportedly struck simultaneously during Friday prayers in Dekara, Kpenya, Sabon-Gida and Gidan-Zana communities, abducting more than 60 worshippers. According to the Chairman of Borgu LGA, Mohammed Nasir Abdullahi, the attackers […]
Chimsom Chuka Wins BBNaija Head of House Again
By Oluwakemi Kindness Anambra-born pharmacist and actor, Chimsom Chuka, has won the Big Brother Naija Season 11 Head of House title for the second time. Chimsom secured the title on Monday, night after beating Gerard in the final head-to-head contest. The victory gives him immunity from this week’s eviction nominations, having previously won the Head […]
Bala Mohammed Urges Peace as Muslims Mark Eid-el-Maulud
By Julian Osamoto Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has urged Muslims and other residents to promote peace, unity and tolerance as they celebrate Eid-el-Maulud. In a goodwill message, the governor called on citizens to reflect on the virtues associated with Prophet Muhammad, including honesty, patience, humility, compassion and selflessness. According to a statement by his […]
Remi Tinubu Urges Nigerians to Promote Peace at Eid-el-Maulud
By Julian Osamoto Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged Muslims across the country to promote peace, unity and mutual understanding as they celebrate Eid-el-Maulud. In a goodwill message marking the 2026 celebration, she said the occasion offers an opportunity to reflect on the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad. She highlighted compassion, forgiveness, […]