Quincy Jones Honored with Posthumous Oscar Award
The late Quincy Jones was posthumously awarded an honorary Oscar at an emotional and star-packed Hollywood gala on Sunday. Jones died from pancreatic cancer at the age of 91 just two weeks before he was set to receive one of the Academy’s coveted lifetime achievement prizes at the Governors Awards. His daughter, the actress Rashida […]
G20 Summit Kicks off with Global Pact to Fight Hunger, Poverty
Brazil’s President, Luiz da Silva, opened the 2-days summit of the G-20 major economies today, with the launch of a global alliance to combat poverty and hunger that 81 countries have agreed to back. In his opening remarks, Lula said the devastating effects of a changing climate can be seen around the world, calling for action by […]
Super Eagles lose to Rwanda in Final 2025 AFCON Qualifier
The Super Eagles lost their final AFCON qualification game against Rwanda yesterday. The match ended 2-1 in favour of the Amavubi’s in the game played at the Godswill Akpabio stadium in Uyo. Rwanda had never beaten Nigeria in any competitive tournament before this encounter. The Super Eagles finished the qualification campaign with 11 points, and […]
NERC Orders Free Replacement of Faulty Metres by Distribution Companies
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has directed the eleven electricity distribution companies in the country to replace faulty and obsolete metres for their customers at no cost. NERC in a statement issued yesterday emphasised that the cost of metre replacement falls solely on the distribution companies and reiterated that no customer should be subjected to […]
CBN Warns against Fraudulent Contracts, Project Funding Claims
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has cautioned Nigerians to beware of fraudsters claiming to possess contract award letters or special financial interventions allegedly linked to the bank. In a statement issued by Mrs Hakama Ali, Acting Director Corporate Communications Department, the apex bank dismissed such claims as fraudulent reiterating that the CBN, under its […]
Aiyedatiwa Emerges Winner of Ondo Governorship Election
The All Progressive Congress (APC) candidate and incumbent governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has emerged winner of the Ondo State Governorship election held on Saturday. Prof. Olayemi Akinwumi, the Returning Officer of INEC and Vice Chancellor of University of Lokoja, yesterday in Akure, declared Aiyedatiwa winner after results from the 18 local government areas were received and […]
Nigeria and India Agree Deeper Ties in Maritime Security
Nigeria and India have reaffirmed their commitment to a robust strategic partnership, pledging to strengthen ties in key areas including economic development, defence, healthcare and food security. Our correspondent, Raliat Adenekan reports this is contained in a joint statement issued on Sunday in Abuja at the conclusion of the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state […]
King Charles celebrates 76th Birthday Amid Health Challenges
King Charles III, who turns 76 on Thursday, is still undergoing cancer treatment, but his commitment to royal duties remains strong despite what his son Prince William called a “brutal” year. Charles paused his royal duties in February after being diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer, but resumed work in April. He and Queen […]
Beloved Actor Timothy West Passes Away at 90″
One of Britain’s most distinguished and versatile actors, Timothy West, has died at the age of 90. A statement released by his children said the actor died “peacefully in his sleep” and was “with his friends and family at the end”. He was known for roles on stage and screen including in TV sitcoms: “Not Going Out” […]
South African Soccer Chief Danny Jordaan Arrested for Fraud
South African soccer chief Danny Jordaan, who helped bring the first-ever FIFA World Cup tournament to Africa, has been arrested on fraud and theft charges. Jordaan is accused of using about R1.3 million of South African Football Association (SAFA) funds to hire a PR firm and a private security company for his personal benefit. Jordaan, […]
