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The Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, says political scientists in Nigeria’s ivory towers should understudy how Nyesom Wike, a powerbroker in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), made it to the cabinet of President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The royal father stated this at the 2025 …

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ former assistant, who is using the pseudonym “Mia,” is continuing her testimony on Friday, May 30 On the 13th day of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ high-profile federal sex trafficking trial, his former assistant testified that the music mogul once threatened to ruin her career. The assistant, who is …

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, who has died aged 87, was a titan of modern African literature – a storyteller who refused to be bound by jail, exile, and illness. His work spanned roughly six decades, primarily documenting the transformation of his country, Kenya, from a colonial subject to a democracy. Ngũgĩ was …

Nigeria’s public debt is set to exceed N180 trillion, following President Bola Tinubu’s request to the National Assembly, seeking approval for additional external and domestic loans totalling N34.15 trillion. According to the letters, President Tinubu is seeking approval for a new external borrowing plan of over $21.5 billion, which translates …

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has told those struggling to accept the new version of him that the old version of him has “died”. In a post shared on the official Instagram page of his upcoming album, ‘No Sign Of Weakness,’ Burna Boy blamed Nigerians …

Analysts who played up the role international mediators will need to play in de-escalating the conflict between India and Pakistan. With the death toll on both sides now over 60, “civilian casualties changes the entire situation and puts both governments under tremendous public pressure,” said Praveen Donthi, senior India analyst …

Fans and social media users have expressed concern for Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo following his first public appearance after months of social media silence. The light-skinned actor, known for his charm and versatility on screen, had been absent from Instagram since December 30, 2024, sparking speculation about his well-being. However, …

After a hugely successful Season 2, with Collider’s Mike Thomas giving the season an 8/10 and calling it “incredibly fun” in his review, Solo Levelinghas been in somewhat of a difficult position, with fans desperate for answers relating to the show’s future. With hints about a potential third season dropping …

Arsenal have advanced to the Champions League semi-final for the third time in the club’s history with a 2-1 victory against Real Madrid at the Bernabeu, winning 5-1 on aggregate. Having won the first leg 3-0, Arsenal increased their advantage in the 65th minute with a lovely chipped goal from …

These celebrities have found a deeper meaning to life, switching from their erstwhile secular paths to faith-based pursuits. Worldly success is attractive and tempting: fame, status, possessions, wealth come with the package. But when these adventures do not edify the soul, it can become unfulfilling for some who find their …