The Nigerian naira started the new trading week on a stable note, maintaining its recent gains against the U.S. dollar as confidence in the foreign exchange market continued to improve. According to data from the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), the naira traded at ₦1,379.22/$1 at the official window, reflecting continued stability after weeks of…
The biggest names in Black entertainment gathered in Los Angeles overnight as the 2026 BET Awards celebrated another year of excellence across music, film, television and sports, with Kendrick Lamar, Cardi B and Teyana Taylor emerging among the night’s biggest winners. Hosted by comedian Druski at the Peacock Theater, the ceremony featured emotional acceptance speeches,…
Nigeria has moved a step closer to establishing state police as the National Assembly formally transmitted the State Police Constitutional Amendment Bill to the 36 State Houses of Assembly for ratification, marking the next major stage in one of the country’s most significant security reforms in decades. The bill, which was passed by both the…
The fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran is under renewed pressure after fresh military exchanges across the Persian Gulf, raising fears that recent diplomatic progress could unravel. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed it carried out overnight missile and drone strikes targeting eight U.S. military facilities in Bahrain and Kuwait, including sites…
By Izuchukwu Okosi South Africa’s hopes of reaching the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup went up in flames Sunday evening as they lost 1-0 to Co-hosts Canada in the first round of 32 games. The clash at the SoFi Stadium in California was the second time both nations will faceoff in…
The group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered historic milestones, breakout stars, and remarkable individual performances. Here are the standout numbers from the opening round. Historic Team Milestones Egypt finally end 92-year wait Egypt secured their first-ever FIFA World Cup victory, defeating New Zealand 3-2 after coming from behind. The Pharaohs, who made…
The group stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 finished with a flourish as Lionel Messi extended his goalscoring record, Harry Kane made England history and Congo DR secured a thrilling comeback victory over Uzbekistan to reach the knockout stage for the first time. The action began in Group L, with Kane heading home his…
By Izuchukwu Okosi Ghana finished third in Group L after a 2-1 defeat to 2018 World Cup finalist Croatia Saturday. The game was frenetic in the early stages Nikola Vlasic hit the woodwork in the 17th minute and saw the ball bobble out of play. The Ghanaian side failed to heed the warning sign and…
Burkina Faso has officially severed diplomatic relations with France, marking the latest and most dramatic step in the country’s break from its former colonial ruler after years of deteriorating ties. The announcement was made on Friday by Burkina Faso’s military-led government, which said diplomatic relations with France had been terminated with immediate effect. Authorities accused…
Calls are growing for the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) to take a stronger stance on the conduct of actors outside movie sets following the escalating marital dispute involving Nollywood actor Akin Olaiya and his estranged wife, Nafisat Hammed. The controversy intensified after Nafisat released a viral video accusing the Yoruba movie star of domestic…
