We know that majority of Africans are very religious people, so it did not come to us as a surprise when Nigerian musician, Ice Prince disclosed that he has seen God before. It even gladdens our hearts to know that some people, especially artistes still hold God in high esteem. While this might sound not too palatable to some ears, others do not even believe in the existence of a God. The father of one, hit maker and free spirited…
The World Health Organisation has unveiled a new stand-by formulation of a drug to prevent potentially-fatal bleeding following childbirth. The health agency is optimistic that the new drug could save thousands of women’s lives in low- and lower-middle-income countries. Excessive bleeding after childbirth still kills around 70,000 mothers a year and currently – increasing the risk that their babies will also die within a month, according to WHO. In Uganda, such excessive bleeding causes over 24 percent of all maternal…
Nigeria secured a dramatic, first ever spot in the ICC Under-19 World Cup in 2020, after they beat Sierra Leone by two wickets, on the final day of the Africa qualifying tournament in Namibia. Set 139 to win, Nigeria endured a nervy , slipping to 87 for six at one point, before man of the match Peter Aho scored a priceless 21 not out to see them home. The entire squad rushed onto the field in jubilation, as they confirmed…
World richest man Jeff Bezos and now ex-wife Ms Mackenzie have finally agreed to terms of their divorce settlement. They both shared positive messages of praise and admiration for one another after the disclosed via their Twitter accounts that they had finalized their divorce amicably. This now makes Mackenzie the third richest woman in the world while surprisingly, Jeff still retains the enviable title of the richest Man in the world. The duo were married in 1993 and have 4…
It seems that the controversy surrounding the suspended Chief Justice of the Federation, Walter Onnoghen would be finally settled in less chaotic circumstances. The now former Chief Judge was facing a code of conduct tribunal over alleged misconducts petitioned by the EFCC ranging from receiving ‘gifts’ to divert the course of justice while he was a member of the Supreme Court Council to false assets declaration and diverting public funds for personal use via estacodes. Walter Onnoghen on Thursday, handed…
The controversial yet, highly successful pop singer took to Instagram to share a message to her fans, letting them know that she’ll be taking out time to care for herself. The “femme fatale” princess of pop had to cancel upcoming plans for her Las Vegas tour themed Britney:Domination, so she could care for her ailing dad, Jamie Spears. Jamie, who suffered from a ruptured colon late year, has had to undergo a second-look surgery and it appears that his sick…
The music world was thrown into confusion and mourning on Sunday, 30th of March, 2019 when news of the death of grammy-nominated rapper, Nipsey Hussle made major headlines. Nipsey, whose real name is Ermias Asghedom, was shot alongside two others in front of his clothing store in Los Angeles. The Los Angeles police gave now idenified Eric Holder, 29 who is an aspiring rapper himself and an ex-con, as the perpertuator of the crime. LA police who were able to…
The second race of the 2019 F1 season brought more drama and twists than the drivers could have bargained for, with engine failures and broken front wings making the headlines. Monégasque driver Charles Leclerc started in Pole position, after finishing first in the practice session. However, his lead would only last so long; as his Scudera Ferrari team mate, Sebastian Vettel quickly snached the lead from him as the race began, following a poor start from the former. The 21-year…
This year has seen an air of unpredictability in tennis with 14 different female winners from the 14 tour titles played so far and Saturday’s womens final was no different. Defending Champion Sloane Stephens early exit at the 3rd round invariably meant that a new champion would be crowned this year at the premier mandatory ATP tour event (the next biggest tour event outside the four major gland slams) .In the run up to the finals, Pliskova was deemed favourite…
The Swiss veteran made another milestone achievement at the Hard rock stadium, Miami on Sunday. Federer had an uphill task as he faced defending champion John Isner, who had not lost a single set in the competition in the build up to the finals on Sunday. However, the world Number 5 made light work of the contest winning the match in just over an hour 6-1, 6-4. The win had huge significance as it signalled the 101st ATP title for…