Nigeria Breaking News
US President Donald Trump posted on Friday a spoof picture of himself dressed as the pope on his Truth Social platform after joking that he would like to be the next Catholic pontiff. The president is seen in what appears to be an AI-generated color image, with his right index finger pointed toward the sky, …
XNigerian carrier, Air Peace, has responded to a reported statement by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) urging the airline to improve its domestic flight operations amid claims of chronic delays and cancellations. In a press release issued by the airline’s management, Air Peace expressed appreciation for the NCAA’s role in maintaining aviation safety and …
Vice President Kashim Shettima will, on Saturday, May 3, depart Abuja for Libreville, Gabon, to represent Nigeria at the inauguration of the country’s president-elect, Brice Nguema. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Shettima will attend the event at the instance of President Bola Tinubu. The spokesperson of the vice president, Mr Stanley Nkwocha, …
Olympic champion Masai Russell scorched to victory with the second fastest 100m hurdles time in history at the Grand Slam Track meeting in Miami on Saturday, clocking a world-leading 12.17sec. The 24-year-old American star finished just ahead of compatriot Tia Jones, who was second, 12.19sec — the third fastest time in history. Russell and Jones, …
The Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Department (FEMD) has placed its search and rescue team on high alert following expected rains in FCT and neighbouring states. The acting Director-General (D-G) of FEMD, Mr Abdulrahman Mohammed, disclosed this on Friday in a statement signed by the department’s Head of Public Affairs in Abuja. Mohammed said that …
Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara has returned to Nigeria on Friday evening after a two-week vacation abroad. Fubara arrived at the international wing of the Port Harcourt International Airport, Omagwa, around 7 PM and was received by a small group of aides. In a viral video, the governor was escorted to a waiting Sports …
Afrobeats star, Davido has captured public admiration not just with his music but with a heartwarming gesture. The Nigerian superstar gifted $5,000 to Ghanaian TikToker Ananzooficial after watching his passionate cover of “With You,” a track featuring Omah Lay from Davido’s latest album, 5ive. The moment went viral after Ananzooficial posted a video of himself …
The Nigerian entertainment industry has undergone significant changes over the years, with Dr. Mike Adenuga Jnr. playing a pivotal role in its development. That’s why every year, drums are rolled out to celebrate the man and his enormous contributions to the development of the country’s showbiz industry.And this year is no exception. Adenuga turned 72 …
Frontline filmmaker and director Lancelot Imasuen, also known as De’ Guvnor, has expressed deep concern and disappointment over some big Nollywood stars abandoning the industry that brought them fame and fortune. As he marks 30 years in Nollywood, Lancelot is calling out stars like Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Genevieve Nnaji, Jim Iyke, and Emeka Ike among others …
The All Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA, is set to unveil its host city for the 2025 edition on May 13, 2025, at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Two cities are in the running to host the event: Lagos, Nigeria, and Gauteng Province in South Africa. Known for its vibrant Afrobeats scene, youthful …