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Coach Salisu Yusuf Quits Nasarawa United for Benin Republic Club

July 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Veteran coach Salisu Yusuf has parted ways with Nigeria Premier League side Nasarawa United to take up a new coaching role in the Benin Republic. The former Super Eagles assistant coach, who joined Nasarawa United midway through last season, made a significant impact by steering the Solid Miners away from relegation and guiding them to […]

“Ruger Opens Relationship Applications as Mum Sets December 2025 Deadline”

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Popular Nigerian singer Ruger has humorously announced that he’s accepting applications from women interested in a relationship. The singer made the statement on Monday evening via his Snapchat, revealing that his mother has threatened to personally find him a partner if he doesn’t bring someone home soon. According to Ruger, he’s been given until December […]

M.I Abaga Says He’s Not Intimidated by Nigeria’s New Generation of Rappers

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Veteran Nigerian rapper Jude Abaga, popularly known as M.I, has expressed admiration for the rising wave of young talents dominating the country’s hip-hop scene. In a recent interview, the celebrated lyricist acknowledged the hard work and creativity of new-school rappers such as Odumodublvck, Blaqbonez, Shallipopi, Ladipoe, and Falz. He praised their energy and impact on […]

Deadly Floods in Northern China Claim Over 30 Lives, Displace Thousands

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

At least 30 people have been confirmed dead in Beijing following days of relentless rainfall and severe flooding across northern China. In Hebei province, authorities have reported an additional eight fatalities, while many families have been forced to abandon their homes. Emergency crews are actively searching for missing individuals as floodwaters continue to pose a […]

Israeli Airstrikes Kill 30 in Gaza’s Nuseirat District, Including Women and Children

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

At least 30 Palestinians — among them 14 women and 12 children — were killed in Israeli airstrikes on Gaza’s central Nuseirat district, according to Gaza’s civil defence agency on Tuesday. Civil defence spokesperson Mahmud Bassal stated the strikes began overnight and extended into the morning, targeting multiple residential homes within the Nuseirat refugee camp. […]

Governor Nwifuru Suspends 85 Ebonyi Officials Over Negligence of Duty

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

ABAKALIKI — Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has ordered the suspension of 85 top government officials, including 25 commissioners, 22 permanent secretaries, 14 senior special assistants, and 24 special assistants, for failing to attend a critical government function. The suspension, which takes immediate effect, will last for one month without salary. Affected commissioners have […]

Edo State Celebrates Bolade Bezi’s Guinness World Record in E-Sports

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Sports Commission has extended hearty congratulations to Bolade Bezi for setting a new Guinness World Record in E-Sports after completing an astonishing 57-hour, 10-minute, and 5-second gaming marathon playing God of War. The historic achievement was officially recognized during a ceremony at the Media Centre of the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium. Honorable Desmond […]

Edo Governor Suspends Oil and Gas Adviser Over Unauthorized Fundraising

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has suspended his Special Adviser on Oil and Gas, Felix Isere, over unauthorized fundraising activities related to a planned oil and gas summit in the state. The suspension was made public through a statement released today in Benin by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Ikhilor. The statement […]