Events
24 Jan
US President Donald Trump made his first trip Friday since returning to power, heading to fire-scorched California and hurricane-hit North Carolina as a row blazed over disaster funding. The visit came as the White House said that deportation flights on military aircraft had begun, launching Trump's promised operation to expel "millions" of undocumented migrants. On…
23 Jan
Congolese helicopter gunships swooped low over the plains to fire volleys of rockets and troops trucked towards the front line to halt Rwanda-backed fighters advancing on DR Congo's eastern provincial capital after capturing a string of towns. The Mi-24s -- rarely used because of the M23 and Rwanda anti-aircraft defences -- fly low over the…
23 Jan
A judge on Thursday jailed for life a British teenager who killed three young girls in a frenzied stabbing spree, as the families wept in court at horrific details of the "extreme violence" he inflicted on them.Sentencing violence-obsessed Axel Rudakubana to 13 life terms for the three murders and 10 attempted murders, judge Julian Goose…
22 Jan
Russia said Wednesday it had taken control of a village in Ukraine's northeastern Kharkiv region, a westward push that is piling additional pressure on Ukrainian forces across the sprawling front line. The defence ministry said in a statement that its forces had taken the village of Zapadne on the western bank of the Oskil River,…
22 Jan
US President Donald Trump ordered federal employees of diversity offices to be put on paid leave by Wednesday night, and called a Washington bishop "nasty" after she asked him to "have mercy" for migrants and LGBTQ children. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that US government workers in diversity offices must be put on…
21 Jan
A coalition of Democratic-leaning states launched legal action Tuesday seeking to block Donald Trump's plan to end birthright citizenship in the United States. The lawsuit filed by 18 states, including California and New York, comes the day after Trump took office and quickly unveiled a phalanx of executive orders he hopes will reshape American immigration.…
21 Jan
Former US national security advisor John Bolton, the target of an alleged Iranian assassination plot, said Tuesday that President Donald Trump has withdrawn his Secret Service protection. Bolton, who served in the White House during Trump's first term but has since become an outspoken critic, said he was "disappointed but not surprised" by the move.…
21 Jan
Canada vowed strong pushback while Mexico urged calm on Tuesday in the face of US President Donald Trump's trade threats that risk throwing their economies into disarray. The US president has accused both neighbors of being lax in preventing migrants and illicit drugs from coming into the United States, and called for a tightening of…
21 Jan
President Donald Trump announced plans to weed out some 1,000 opponents from the US government Tuesday on his first full day in power after taking office with a shock-and-awe blitz of executive orders. Trump was due to meet with leaders of the narrow Republican majority in Congress at the White House as he tries…
21 Jan
Separatist rebels in northern Mali have said that a Spanish national kidnapped in mid-January between Algeria and Mali has been freed thanks to their intervention and handed over to Algerian authorities in good health. There has been no confirmation from Spanish or Algerian authorities. The Azawad Liberation Front (FLA), a coalition of separatist rebel groups,…
20 Jan
Donald Trump has taken the oath of office as the 47th President of the United States of America, declaring that it is imperative to overhaul the nation's trade system to protect the people of the country. He also noted that the decline of the nation over the years has come to an end, declaring that…
18 Jan
Thousands gathered in northern Liberia on Saturday for the funeral of warlord-turned-politician Prince Johnson, a notorious face of the country's brutal civil wars who died without facing trial. Back-to-back conflicts devastated the small west African country from 1989 until 2003, claiming around 250,000 lives and resulting in massacres, mutilation, rape, cannibalism and the widespread use…
Guardian Life
51 mins ago
Many pregnant women notice their feet and ankles swelling, especially in the later months. This condition, known as edema, happens when excess fluid builds up in the body, causing swelling in the legs, feet, and even hands. While it is usually normal, sudden or extreme swelling could be a sign of a more serious condition.…
54 mins ago
Nollywood actor, Timini Egbuson, has criticised Nigerian musicians for not supporting the film industry as much as actors promote their music. In a recent social media post, he expressed his desire for greater collaboration between both industries. “I really wish musicians supported Nollywood the way we support their music, but that’s a conversation for another…
1 hour ago
Food poisoning is no joke—one bad meal, and you could be battling stomach cramps, nausea, and endless rush to the toilet. The tricky part? It’s not always from spoiled or foul-smelling food. Even fresh-looking leftovers can harbor bacteria like Salmonella and E. coli and other bacteria. To stay safe, follow these simple rules to store…
1 hour ago
Nigerian actress Regina Nneamaka Daniels deactivated Instagram handle following rumour that her husband Ned Nwoko is expecting a child with another actress. The development came immediately after Regina returned from the film premiere of Ayo Makun’s movie The Waiter, in London. On Monday morning, February 17, there was a buzz on social media with claims…
1 hour ago
Nollywood star Iyabo Ojo is back in Nigeria as preparations gear up for the next round of her daughter, Priscilla’s, wedding ceremonies. The 47-year-old actress, who recently attended the first leg of the wedding in Tanzania, received a surprise homecoming party organised by her close friends and family. On Sunday, she shared her excitement on…
Music
4 hours ago
Global music star, Shakira, has pulled out of her highly anticipated concert in Lima, Peru, after being rushed to the hospital with severe abdominal pain. The unexpected health scare forced the 48-year-old star to cancel her performance, which was part of her long-awaited world tour. The Colombian singer, known for hits like “Hips Don’t Lie”…
1 day ago
At just 26, DJ Khalipha is reshaping Nigeria’s electronic dance music scene with his pioneering genre—originally known as Mara and now rebranded as Street House. In this exclusive interview, he discusses his early passion for DJing, his creative process, and his ambitious vision for the future of Nigerian EDM. Nigeria’s electronic dance music (EDM) scene…
1 day ago
Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has made history as the first African female artiste to surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify. She achieved this milestone through her contribution to Future’s hit song 'Wait For U', which also features Canadian rapper Drake. Released in May 2022, the track samples Tems’ song Higher and…
3 days ago
Renowned Nigerian gospel sensation, Minister Mercy Chinwo, has once again captivated audiences with the release of her latest single, My Lover. Released on 14 February, the song blends worship with a heartfelt expression of love for God, making it a fitting anthem for Valentine’s Day. With her signature powerful vocals and deep lyrical message, My…
3 days ago
Nigerian music legend, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has found himself at the centre of fresh controversy as his mother, Rose Idibia, has publicly pleaded with Nigerians to help her beg Edo lawmaker, Natasha Osawuru, to leave her son alone. A viral video of Mrs. Idibia surfaced online on Thursday evening, where she passionately…
Film
8 hours ago
The 2025 Bafta Awards took place on Sunday, February 16, at the Royal Festival Hall in London, celebrating the best in film. Below is the full list of winners: Best Film Winner: Conclave Nominees: Anora, The Brutalist, A Complete Unknown, Emilia Pérez Outstanding British Film Winner: Conclave Nominees: Bird, Blitz, Gladiator 2, Hard Truths, Kneecap,…
1 day ago
Papal thriller "Conclave" and immigrant epic "The Brutalist" on Sunday emerged neck-and-neck at the BAFTA awards with each film picking up four coveted gongs. "Conclave", directed by German-born Edward Berger, won the BAFTA for the best film with its tale of the intrigue and horse-trading behind the scenes during the election of a new pope.…
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Love is a beautiful thing, and sometimes, the right movie can make you feel it even more. Whether you are watching alone or with someone special, the magic of the big screen makes every moment more special. From heartwarming romance to stories that tug at the heart, this February’s cinema releases will make you smile,…
4 days ago
West Africa will make history with an exclusive early cinema release of ‘The Chosen: Last Supper’ (Season 5) on Friday, April 4, 2025, six
11 Feb
Residents of Sobi Poly Feeder at Oke-Fomo in Ilorin West Local Government Area (LGA), which comprise 44 communities, on Tuesday staged