Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has urged Nigerians to remain patient, noting that the challenges in the power sector cannot be fully resolved within three and a half years. Speaking at the 2026 APC National Convention in Abuja on Friday, March 27, Abiodun acknowledged that electricity supply has been inconsistent in recent weeks. “From the…
US President Donald Trump has falsely claimed he won “the g@y vote” during the 2024 presidential election, despite only picking up 12 percent of support from the LGBT+ community. During a lengthy phone interview on Fox News’ The Five on Thursday (March 25), the president, 79, was asked to comment on rumors that Mojtaba Khamenei, the son…
As Nigerians continue to struggle with poor power supply in recent times, President Tinubu has assured citizens that the issue will soon be resolved. He gave this assurance while speaking at the National Convention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) held in Abuja on Friday, March 27. “I assure you, for those concerned about electricity…
US-based Nigerian gay rights activist Edafe Okporo and his husband, Nick Giglio, have parted ways after three years of marriage. The Warri-born immigration advocate tied the knot with Nick in July 2022. On Friday, March 27, he announced their divorce on his Instagram page.
Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P and one half of the now-defunct P-Square, has ruled out any possibility of the duo reuniting. The group, made up of twin brothers Peter and Paul Okoye, gained fame for their electrifying performances and hit songs. After initially splitting in 2017, they reconciled in 2021 following a four-year…
Ayra Starr secured a major win at the 2026 Music of Black Origin (MOBO) Awards. The milestone 30th anniversary event was held on Thursday, March 26, at Manchester’s Co-op Live Arena, in the UK. Ayra Starr emerged as the evening’s most distinguished African voice, winning the Best International Act award for the second…
Senegal plans to showcase the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy ahead of their friendly against Peru in Paris on Saturday, with the country’s Football Federation vowing a “crusade” against the decision to strip the team of the title, BBC Sport reports. The Lions of Teranga initially secured their second AFCON crown on January 18,…
Transgender women athletes will be barred from competing in Olympic women’s events under a new eligibility policy announced by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Thursday, March 26. The rule, set to take effect for the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles, limits participation in all female categories at IOC events—including both individual and team…
Donald Trump on Thursday cast fresh doubt on the likelihood of reaching a deal with Iran, even as he claimed Tehran is willing to negotiate, amid the intensifying U.S.-Israel conflict. Speaking during a Cabinet meeting at the White House, Trump described Iran as a skilled negotiating party but questioned whether the United States is ready…
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a suspected Boko Haram informant in Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State. The arrest was carried out following credible intelligence on individuals allegedly aiding terrorist operations in the area. Security sources said troops of the 29 Task Force Brigade, working alongside members of the Civilian Joint Task…
