Victory Gbakara Claims Victory as Winner of Nigerian Idol Season 8
In a thrilling grand finale held in Lagos on Sunday, Victory Gbakara emerged as the winner of Nigerian Idol Season 8, securing the coveted N100 million grand prize. The 25-year-old Nigerian lawyer, singer, and songwriter from Delta state displayed remarkable talent throughout the competition. As the deserving winner, Victory Gbakara was awarded N35 million in […]
Russian President Vladimir Putin Issues Warning on U.S.-Supplied Munitions to Ukraine
In a video clip released by Russian state TV on Sunday, President Vladimir Putin threatened retaliation with cluster bombs if Ukraine were to use U.S.-supplied munitions against Russian forces. The warning comes after Ukraine received a shipment of cluster munitions from the United States. Cluster munitions are a contentious type of missiles and bombs that […]
Adekunle Gold Releases New Single ‘Ogaranya’ and Unveils Album Details
Afrobeats sensation Adekunle Gold delights fans with the release of his latest single titled ‘Ogaranya.’ Alongside the new single, he also revealed the captivating Cover Art and Tracklist for his highly anticipated fifth album, ‘Tequila Ever After (TEA).’ ‘Tequila Ever After’ boasts an impressive collection of 18 incredible songs, and fans can look forward to […]
Nigeria’s Super Eagles Drawn in Group C for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
The Super Eagles of Nigeria find themselves in Group C alongside South Africa, Benin Republic, Rwanda, Lesotho, and Zimbabwe for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The matches will be played in a home and away, round-robin format, starting in November 2023, with each group winner automatically qualifying for the World Cup, co-hosted by the […]
Massive Hollywood Strike Sees Actors Unite with Writers
The Screen Actors Guild (SAG) has declared a strike, signaling the beginning of one of the most significant Hollywood shutdowns in decades. Starting at midnight, approximately 160,000 performers will halt their work, joining the ongoing strike by the Writers Guild of America since May 2. The primary demands of SAG members include seeking a more […]
Headies Releases Full Nomination List
The Headies, known for its recognition of excellence in Nigerian music, unveiled the nominees for the 2023 awards on July 12. The nomination acknowledges the outstanding contributions of these talented rookies and sets the stage for an exciting competition within the industry. Music enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the upcoming Headies ceremony to celebrate and honor these […]
Headies Unveils Nominees for 2023 Rookie of the Year
The highly anticipated announcement of the 2023 Rookie of the Year nominees was made by The Headies on July 11, 2023. Among the talented artists recognized for their remarkable rise in the industry are Odumodu Blvck, known for his exceptional talent, Bloody Civilian, who made an appearance in “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” and Bayyani, a […]
Daniil Medvedev and Carlos Alcaraz Set for 2023 Wimbledon Semi-Final Showdown
Russian player Daniil Medvedev, ranked third, and Spanish top seed Carlos Alcaraz are set to face off in the semi-finals of the men’s singles at the 2023 Wimbledon tournament. Both players, having previously secured major titles on the US Open hard courts, will now aim to reach their first Wimbledon finals on the grass court […]
Heatwave Grips Southern Europe and North-West Africa, Record-breaking Temperatures Expected
A scorching heatwave is sweeping through various regions of southern Europe and north-west Africa, with the potential for record-breaking temperatures in the coming days. Parts of Spain, France, Greece, Croatia, and Turkey are expected to experience temperatures surpassing 40°C. Dubbed the Cerberus heatwave by the Italian Meteorological Society, named after the three-headed monster from Dante’s […]
Burna Boy Makes History as First African Musician to Sell Out US Stadium Show
Grammy award-winning artist Burna Boy has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first African musician to sell out a stadium show in the United States. The highly acclaimed singer captivated a crowd of 41,000 fans at the Citi Field Stadium in NYC on Saturday, with his sister Nissi serving as the opening act. During […]
