NCAA: Ibom Air Ban on Emmanson Differs from KWAM 1 Case
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) clarified that the case of Comfort Emmanson, who allegedly assaulted Ibom Air crew, differs from that of musician KWAM 1. NCAA spokesperson Mike Achimugu, during an X Space session, said the agency did not instruct Ibom Air to ban or prosecute Emmanson; the airline acted independently based on available […]
Kathie Lee Gifford Remembers Frank Gifford 10 Years After His Passing
Kathie Lee Gifford recently reflected on a deeply meaningful day that marks both remembrance and celebration in her life. On Saturday, August 9, the former television host shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, expressing joy for a close friend’s birthday and honoring the memory of her late husband, Frank, who passed away a decade ago. […]
Nigerian Man Segun Ogundipe Jailed in UK for Sexual Offences
A 33-year-old Nigerian man, Segun Ogundipe, has been sentenced to five years in prison in the United Kingdom for committing multiple sexual offences against a woman in Gloucester. According to a report shared on social media by Eye_opener220, Ogundipe, who resided on Tuffley Lane in Gloucester, was found guilty of rape, two counts of sexual […]
Hon. Temitope Adewale Applauds Tinubu’s Drive for 100% Literacy by 2031
The lawmaker representing Ifako-Ijaiye constituency at the Lagos state House of Assembly Hon Temitope Adewale,has commended the administration of President Bola Tinubu determination to achieve a hundred percent literacy across the country before the end of 2031. The lawmaker made this assertion while inspecting the screening distribution of free GCE forms to prospective candidates in […]
Public Memorial for Jeannie Seely Set at Grand Ole Opry
A public memorial for country music legend Jeannie Seely will be held on Aug. 14 at 11 a.m. at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville. The event, titled Jeannie Seely’s 5,389th Opry Show, honors her record-setting Opry performances. Fans can attend in person, listen on WSM 650 AM, or livestream via Vimeo. In lieu […]
Wildfire Near LA Burns 5,000 Acres, Forces Evacuations
A brush fire north of Los Angeles has burned nearly 5,000 acres and forced evacuations in parts of Los Angeles and Ventura counties, displacing 2,700 residents, officials said Friday. Around 400 personnel are working to contain the blaze, which remains 0% contained. It comes as firefighters continue battling California’s largest wildfire of the year, which […]
Super Falcons Remain Top in Africa in FIFA Rankings
Nigeria’s Super Falcons are ranked the best team in Africa and 36th in the world with 1630 points, according to the latest FIFA Rankings released on Thursday. World champions Spain are ranked top in the world with 2066 points, followed by the U.S with 2065 points. In third place is Sweden with 2025 points, while […]
BET Pauses Hip Hop and Soul Train Awards
BET has indefinitely suspended the BET Hip Hop Awards and Soul Train Awards as it reevaluates its content strategy amid a changing media landscape. The shows aren’t canceled but paused to explore updates for modern audiences. Meanwhile, the BET Awards, NAACP Image Awards, and Stellar Awards will continue. Viewership of the 2025 BET Awards dropped […]
Brooke Hogan Explains Absence from Hulk Hogan’s Funeral
Brooke Hogan has explained why she chose not to attend the funeral of her late father, WWE legend Hulk Hogan, who died of a heart attack on July 24 at age 71. The private funeral was held on August 5 in Clearwater, Florida, with guests including Kid Rock, Triple H, and Stephanie McMahon. Brooke, however, […]
Israel Kills Hezbollah Operative in Lebanon Strike
On Wednesday, the Israeli military announced it had killed a Hezbollah operative, Hossam Qasem Ghorab, in Lebanon’s Bekaa region. The army said he had been coordinating Syria-based cells planning rocket attacks on the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. The strike occurred Tuesday evening and targeted Ghorab for directing operations from Lebanon. Meanwhile, Lebanon’s cabinet has tasked its […]
