Nigeria’s Super Falcons didn’t just secure their historic 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title — they also took home top individual honours at the 2024 tournament in Morocco. In a thrilling final played in Rabat on Saturday night, the Falcons came from two goals down to defeat host nation Morocco 3-2, sealing a…
The Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has hailed the Super Falcons’ victory at the 2024/2025 TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) as a “historic moment” and a powerful testament to the strength and resilience of Nigerian women. Nigeria’s national women’s football team lifted its 10th WAFCON title on Saturday evening after a hard-fought…
Chinedu Okeke, the highest scorer in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), sat down with Grace Edema to share the secrets behind his outstanding performance, the challenges he faced, and valuable advice for aspiring students. Can you tell us about your background? I’m 20 years old and a graduate of St. Jude’s Private School…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will honour 210 former members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in a special Presidential Honours Award Ceremony scheduled to hold on Tuesday at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The development was confirmed in a statement released on Saturday by the NYSC Director of Press and Public…
The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has confirmed that the ongoing blackout affecting several parts of the Federal Capital Territory is the result of a technical fault. In an official statement released on Saturday via its X (formerly Twitter) account, the electricity distribution company listed affected areas, including Jabi, Kado Estate, parts of Life Camp,…
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have once again written their name in gold, clinching their record 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title after a stunning comeback victory over hosts Morocco on Saturday night in Rabat. Nigeria Flips the Script in Dramatic Final The final, held at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, saw Morocco…
Lawson Pushes Limits in Historic Painting MarathonRivers State-born artist Olivea Lawson, popularly known as Holiveah, is currently on a bold mission to set a new Guinness World Record for the Longest Marathon Painting by an Individual. Since July 21, Lawson has been painting non-stop in what she calls a Paint-A-Thon—a seven-day creative marathon expected to…
A Call for Grassroots RevivalFormer state governors who served between 1999 and 2007 have called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to establish cottage industries in all 774 local government areas as a long-term solution to unemployment and economic hardship, especially in rural Nigeria. Historic Reunion at the VillaThe group, led by former Edo State Governor…
The global entertainment industry is mourning the loss of four beloved icons—each a legend in their own right. In just one week, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Ozzy Osbourne, Chuck Mangione, and Hulk Hogan passed away, leaving behind decades of unforgettable contributions to music, film, and sports entertainment. 1. Malcolm-Jamal Warner Dies at 54 in Drowning Accident Malcolm-Jamal…
Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba of Inter Miami CF have been suspended by Major League Soccer (MLS) for missing the 2025 All-Star Game without official clearance. Messi, Alba Ineligible for Inter Miami vs. FC Cincinnati Clash In an official statement on Friday, MLS confirmed that both Messi and Alba would not be allowed to participate…
