The Federal Government has officially renamed the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Coastal Highway, describing the move as recognition of President Bola Tinubu’s long-standing vision for one of Nigeria’s biggest infrastructure projects. The announcement was made by the Minister of Works, David Umahi, during a media briefing in Abuja. Umahi said…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the complete reconstruction of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway using reinforced concrete pavement, marking a major shift in the Federal Government’s road construction strategy. The approval was announced by the Minister of Works, David Umahi, who said the decision followed the rapid deterioration of sections of the highway despite being rehabilitated just…
The Federal Government has completed its emergency evacuation of Nigerians affected by recent xenophobic violence and anti-immigrant unrest in South Africa, bringing the final batch of returnees safely home. The last Air Peace evacuation flight arrived in Lagos with 305 Nigerians and three government officials, marking the end of a five-phase repatriation exercise. According to…
Belgian forward Leandro Trossard has officially completed his permanent move from Arsenal to Turkish giants Beşiktaş, bringing an end to a memorable spell in North London. Arsenal confirmed the transfer after the 31-year-old agreed personal terms and passed his medical in Istanbul. The deal is worth €18 million upfront, with a further €2 million in…
Afrobeats superstar Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, is celebrating his 36th birthday today, with fans, fellow artists and industry figures paying tribute to one of Africa’s most influential musicians. Since breaking onto the scene with his 2011 debut album Superstar, Wizkid has grown into a global music powerhouse, helping take Afrobeats to audiences…
The stage is set for one of the most anticipated World Cup finals in history as Lionel Messi’s Argentina prepare to face Lamine Yamal’s Spain on Sunday, July 19, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Argentina booked their place with a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England, while Spain defeated France 2-0 to reach the…
France’s parliament has approved a landmark law legalizing assisted dying for adults suffering from serious, incurable and life-threatening illnesses under strict medical conditions. The legislation, passed by the National Assembly in a 291-241 vote, marks one of the biggest changes to France’s end-of-life laws in decades. Under the new law, eligible patients must be French…
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the final forfeiture of 48 properties linked to former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), after ruling that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) established reasonable suspicion that the assets were acquired through proceeds of unlawful activities. The ruling was delivered…
Fresh reports linking Marcus Rashford with a move to Fenerbahçe have been dismissed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, despite growing speculation following the Turkish club’s signing of Mason Greenwood from Marseille. Greenwood completed a €39 million move this week as Fenerbahçe continue strengthening their squad ahead of the new season. Reports in Turkey suggested Fenerbahçe…
Nigerian singer Bella Shmurda has claimed he lost $4 million after allegedly purchasing a stolen property in Lagos, leaving him devastated and appealing for public help. The artist, whose real name is Abiola Akinbiyi, shared the emotional revelation on social media, saying the seller disappeared after receiving payment and that he has since engaged a…
