Global health authorities are responding to two major public health challenges as the Democratic Republic of Congo begins testing an experimental Ebola treatment while Europe grapples with a deadly heatwave that has claimed more than 1,300 lives. In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the first patients have been enrolled in a World Health Organization-backed clinical…
Cristiano Ronaldo delivered another historic World Cup moment as Portugal came from behind to beat Croatia 2-1 in a dramatic Round of 32 clash, booking a place in the last 16 against Spain. Croatia struck first in the 53rd minute through Ivan Perišić, leaving Portugal chasing the game in front of a packed crowd in…
British singer Jorja Smith and Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Wizkid have reunited for their highly anticipated new collaboration, Alive, a soulful love anthem that has quickly become one of the biggest music releases of the week. The song, released on July 2, serves as the latest single from Smith’s upcoming third studio album, What Are The…
The United States has withdrawn most of its military personnel from Nigeria following the successful completion of a joint counterterrorism mission that dealt a major blow to ISIS-linked fighters operating in the Lake Chad Basin. The temporary deployment, which began in February, involved about 200 U.S. personnel working alongside Nigerian security forces. Their role focused…
Popular Nigerian streamer Peller has sparked conversations online after fashion designer Seyi Vodi advised him to return to school during a visit to the designer’s Abuja store ahead of his white wedding to fellow content creator Jarvis, scheduled for August 2. Peller, 21, who left university last year to focus on building his rapidly growing…
Hope has returned to Venezuela’s disaster zone after rescuers pulled a three-year-old child alive from the rubble six days after the country’s devastating twin earthquakes, as search and rescue operations continue against mounting odds. The child, identified as Klieber Morán, was rescued from the collapsed Los Corales Garden 1 residential building in La Guaira State…
President Bola Tinubu has officially flagged off Section I of the 700-kilometre Akwanga–Bauchi–Gombe–Biu–Maiduguri Superhighway, describing the project as a major step toward boosting trade, improving connectivity and strengthening economic growth across northern Nigeria. The ceremony marked the commencement of the 125-kilometre Akwanga–Jos section, one of five phases that make up the ambitious corridor stretching into…
Nigerian adult content creator Sephy Persephone has responded to a viral clip suggesting she planned to erase every trace of her adult content before having children, saying her comments were taken out of context. Speaking during a recent interview released on July 1, the 24-year-old explained that while she hopes to leave the adult entertainment…
Nigeria’s 2027 presidential race is gathering momentum, with leading opposition candidates unveiling ambitious plans targeting healthcare, education and youth employment. Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has pledged to establish a primary healthcare centre in each of Nigeria’s 8,809 electoral wards if elected president in 2027. Speaking during a visit…
Belgium booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after producing a dramatic comeback to beat Senegal 3-2 after extra time in one of the tournament’s most thrilling knockout matches. The Red Devils looked destined for elimination before staging a remarkable late fightback in Seattle. Senegal were in complete control for…
