Pope – The following are some of the major events of the life and ministry of Pope Francis, who died at the age of 88. 1936 December 17 – Jorge Mario Bergoglio is born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, the son of Italian immigrants. 1969 December 13 – Ordained a priest. 1973 July 31 – Becomes…
Pope Francis – Catholic pontiff, Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at the age of 88 years. Confirming his demise, the Vatican said Pope Francis died in his residence in Casa Santa Marta. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, camerlengo of the Catholic church, said he died at exactly 7:35 am. Below are things to know about Pope…
Nigeria – Onah urged those in government positions to protect the lives and properties of Nigerians, especially Christians, not just sending them mere Easter wishes. Onah, who likened the sufferings of Christians to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, in his Easter homily delivered on Sunday at the St Theresa’s Cathedral, Nsukka, Enugu State, lamented that Christians…
Pope – The following are some of the major events of the life and ministry of Pope Francis, who died at the age of 88. 1936 December 17 – Jorge Mario Bergoglio is born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, the son of Italian immigrants. 1969 December 13 – Ordained a priest. 1973 July 31 – Becomes…
Nigeria – Nigerian gospel singer, Bolaji, popularly known as Big Bolaji, is dead. His death was confirmed by his family in a statement on Saturday. According to the statement, Big Bolaji passed on following a brief illness. Parts of the statement read, “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bolaji Olarewaju,…
Nigeria – Nigeria forward, Umar Sadiq rose from the bench to help Valencia draw 1-1 against Rayo Vallecano at the Estadio de Vallecas on Saturday. Valencia went behind on the stroke of half time with Cesar Tarrega scoring an own goal. Sadiq was introduced in the place of Andre Almeida in the 66th minute. The…
US – Tech billionaire Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency, DOGE, on Saturday reacted to the cancellation of 402 ‘wasteful’ DEI grants worth $233 million by the US National Science Foundation, NSF. NSF had on Friday announced that it is terminating awards not aligned with agency priorities, ensuring current and new awards are consistent with…
Nigeria – The leadership of the Labour Party, LP, has condemned a statement by the former vice presidential candidate in the 2023 General Elections, Sen. Datti Baba-Ahmed, who said President Bola Tinubu’s government is ‘questionably constitutional’. The rebuttal, signed by the National Publicity Secretary of LP, Dr Arabambi Abayomi, was issued to newsmen on Saturday…
Easter – The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has called on Christians across Nigeria to use the Easter season as a time of rededication to integrity and anti-corruption values. Speaking in Abuja on Saturday, April 19, 2025, Olukoyede emphasized that Easter, which commemorates the death and resurrection…
Lagos State – Actress and filmmaker Iyabo Ojo has lit up social media with dazzling photos of her first outfit for her daughter Priscilla’s traditional wedding to Tanzanian singer, Juma Jux. Dressed in a radiant green Aso-Ebi, Iyabo shared a heartfelt message alongside her look, celebrating the special moment. “This is the day the Lord…
JP2025 – Actress Iyabo Ojo and her ex-husband made headlines as they reunited at their daughter Priscilla Ojo’s traditional wedding to Tanzanian singer Juma Jux in Lagos. Videos show both parents dancing side-by-side, marking a rare public moment between the estranged couple. The father, dressed in an Agbada, fulfilled his traditional duty by handing over…
Nigeria – Nollywood actress and producer Funke Akindele has joined in the celebration of Priscilla Ojo’s wedding, expressing heartfelt congratulations to the bride and her mother, fellow actress Iyabo Ojo. Taking to Instagram, Akindele praised Priscilla and her new husband, Tanzanian singer Juma Jux, praying for a union filled with joy, love, and adventure. >…
Football – Jurgen Klopp is reportedly open to taking over as Real Madrid manager, with Carlo Ancelotti expected to leave the Bernabeu before the end of the season. Klopp, who stepped down from Liverpool last season after nine years, currently serves as Red Bull’s Global Head of Football. But according to UOL Esporte, the German…
Lagos – The prime suspect in the murder of Super TV CEO, Michael Usifo Ataga, Chidinma Ojukwu, on Thursday told a Lagos High Court sitting at Tafawa Balewa Square how she discovered his lifeless body in a short-let apartment in Lekki on June 15, 2021. Testifying before Justice Yetunde Adesanya, the former 300-level Mass Communication…
Nigeria – Speaking during a sermon titled “Building a Successful Marriage,” which she shared on her Instagram page Tuesday, Mrs. Ogah reflected on a night from her school years when a group of armed men stormed their home in search of her father. “I remember when we were growing up—I believe I was in secondary…
Arsenal – Mikel Arteta joked he wanted to “slap” Bukayo Saka after his early penalty miss against Real Madrid but praised the winger’s quick recovery in Arsenal’s dramatic 2-1 win at the Bernabeu. Leading 3-0 from the first leg, Arsenal had a chance to strike early in the return leg when awarded a 13th-minute penalty….
Nigeria – Human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, has demanded a public apology and N100 million in compensation from the Nigeria Police Force for the unlawful detention and framing of Quadri Yusuf Alabi, a 17-year-old boy who gained public attention during the 2023 elections for boldly standing in front of Peter Obi’s presidential convoy. Alabi, who…
Nigeria – Veteran Nollywood actor Richard Mofe-Damijo, popularly known as RMD, has revealed why he does not like being referred to as a legend. Speaking during his appearance on the Curiosity Made Me Ask podcast, RMD described being called a legend as a “scam.” While explaining that he does not see himself as one, he…
FCT – The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike, has commended the quality and pace of ongoing infrastructural projects across the territory. Wike made the remarks on Monday during an inspection tour of several key construction sites in Abuja. Among the projects visited were the renovation of the Abuja International Conference…
US – Ex-Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Monday expresssed concern that President Donald Trump’s tariffs and other policies were eroding allies’ trust in US commitments, stating that some investors were starting to shun US assets. Yellen said that last week’s surge in yields on US Treasury debt, which move inversely to prices, was troublesome given…
NIGERIA – The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, has expressed concern over the rising cost of telecommunications and internet data in the country. Tte union, in a communiqué issued after its congress in Abuja, described the situation as a heavy financial burden on citizens. The union called on…
NIGERIA –Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said that Nigerians have no reason to live in poverty, given the abundant natural and human resources available in the country. Speaking at a dinner hosted in his honour by the Abia State Government in Umuahia, Obasanjo stated that the problem lies in the mismanagement of resources, not scarcity….
Nigeria – Nigerian youths have been urged to reject violence and immoral behaviour while embracing initiatives that foster community growth and individual development. The call was made by a youth leader and philanthropist, Elder Philip Osamor, during a meeting with youth groups and women leaders in Ogbe Oba community of Delta State. Speaking against the…
NIGERIA – The administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, since inception, has introduced some reforms in the tertiary education sector, especially the university system. The most significant of these reforms is the student loan scheme. In like manner, the administration has embarked on the establishment of more universities across the country. Apart from the ones…
NIGERIA – Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is set to commence training of the 10,000 new recruits nationwide on April 12, 2025. The intensive training programme designed to equip the recruits with the necessary skills and knowledge will begin at various police colleges and training schools across the nation. Speaking at an orientation ceremony for commandants…
Lagos –The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) has scheduled the state council election for July 12. Mr Tope Ojo, LASIEC’s Head of Public Affairs, made this announcement on Friday in Lagos. He revealed that the election for 57 council chairmanship positions and 376 councillor seats will take place on July 12. If necessary, a…
..Reaffirms Commitment to Religious Freedom, Security ABUJA – The Federal Government has faulted a recent social media post by the United States Embassy in Abuja concerning Nigeria’s security situation and testimonies of religious leaders at a U.S. Congressional hearing, describing the claims as inaccurate and misrepresentative of the country’s efforts. In a press statement…
OYE EKITI – The Governing Council of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has cleared Vice Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Fasina, of sexual harassment allegations leveled against him by senior staff member, Mrs. Folasade Adebayo. In a statement released by the University Registrar, Mr. Mufutau Ibrahim, the council concluded after reviewing audio evidence and a police report…
ITALY – Italian fashion house Prada announced Thursday that it had reached a deal with US group Capri Holdings to buy Versace for 1.25 billion euros ($1.39 billion). The acquisition will create a luxury group with revenues of over six billion euros that could better compete with industry giants such as the French conglomerates LVMH…
NIGERIA – The Senior Pastor of The Fountain of Life Church, Jimmy Odukoya, has revealed that he wears his dreadlocks in obedience to a divine instruction. In a recent sermon, Pastor Odukoya shared that before officially stepping into his pastoral duties, he sought God’s guidance specifically about his appearance. He was clearly told by God…
UCL – Former Arsenal defender, Giovanni van Bronckhorst has said that the first free-kick scored by Declan Rice in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal first leg against Real Madrid was not special. According to him, the goal was possible only because of a mistake by Real Madrid. Bronckhorst was speaking in agreement with former Real…
