Food
2 days ago
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…
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US President-elect Donald Trump has launched his own cryptocurrency, appropriately called $TRUMP, sparking feverish buying that sent its market capitalization soaring on Saturday to several billion dollars. In a message posted on his Truth Social platform and X, Trump unveiled the so-called meme coin, which is designed to capitalize on the popularity of a certain…
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Telegram founder Pavel Durov has told investigating magistrates in France, where he is charged with multiple infractions linked to enabling organised crime, that he "realised the seriousness of all the allegations", according to a source close to the case. Extracts from Durov's questioning in December through an interpreter after his August arrest, seen by AFP,…
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A ceasefire in the Gaza war will begin Sunday morning at 0630 GMT, mediator Qatar said on Saturday after Israel's cabinet voted to approve the truce and hostage-prisoner release deal. Qatar and the United States, which mediated the deal along with Egypt, had announced the agreement on Wednesday. Israeli strikes on Gaza have continued since…
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TikTok says it will "go dark" in the United States on Sunday, threatening access to the app for 170 million users, unless the government provides assurances that a law mandating its sale or ban won't be used to punish service providers. After months of legal tussles, the US Supreme Court on Friday upheld a law…
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We often toss chicken into water in the sink and wait for it to thaw, then wash and cook. But that’s not the right way. Properly cleaning your chicken is crucial for safe and tasty meals. Handling raw chicken without care can lead to cross-contamination and foodborne illnesses. A clean chicken ensures safety and enhances…
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On a quest for amazing continental cuisines, I came across an Italian chicken piccata recipe. There’s something about this dish that makes your belly smile. Perfect for the flavour lover, Italian chicken piccata is the perfect blend of zesty lemon, savoury capers, and buttery goodness. This classic dish is light, flavourful, and will have everyone…
4 days ago
A Nigerian delicacy, known as akara has gained popularity in Brazil, where it is now celebrated annually at the Acarajé Festival. This dish, a bean-based deep-fried snack, was introduced to Brazil by enslaved West Africans, predominantly of Yoruba heritage, who were taken to South America centuries ago. In Nigeria, Akara is a common meal, often…
15 Jan
The Netherlands on Wednesday ordered Venezuela to cut its diplomatic staff in the country from four to two after Caracas announced restrictions on envoys from several European countries. Caracas's charge d'affaires "was instructed to reduce the Venezuelan diplomatic staff from four to two people, which is a proportionate response to the diplomatic measure imposed on…
15 Jan
Israelis expressed both joy and apprehension at the announcement of a Gaza ceasefire and hostage exchange deal on Wednesday, fearing that not all those held captive would come home. "On one hand, of course, I'm very happy, but I'm also preoccupied because I want to see the deal continue until the last hostage is back…
15 Jan
Turkish Airlines said Wednesday that it would resume flights to Damascus from January 23 after more than a decade, following the fall of Syria's strongman president Bashar Al-Assad. "We will begin our flights to Damascus on January 23, with three flights per week," the airline's chief executive Bilal Eksi posted on X. Turkey, which supports…
15 Jan
U.S President-elect Donald Trump has said Israel and Hamas have agreed to release the October 7 hostages. The hostages have been trapped in Gaza after Hamas fighters stormed Israel and plucked them from their homes. The surprise attack saw Hamas killing over 1,200 people - mostly civilians - and abducting 250 others. The attack which…
15 Jan
Gingerbread is a classic treat that is popular among seniors. This bread recipe is good for everyone because of ginger, a great cooking ingredient with many health benefits. If you are a lover of classics, then you should definitely try gingerbread recipe. See the guide to have a gingerbread that is solely yours: Ingredients 3…
Guardian Life
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The Odenigbo Royal Family, Akpakwume autonomous community, Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State, at the weekend, called on Governor Peter Mbah to intervene in the continued incarceration of the 86-year-old blind monarch, Igwe Ekwueme Odenigbo. The royal father was last week remanded in correctional custody alongside his 33-year-old son, Izuchukwu, by an Enugu Magistrate's…
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Marcus Mosiah Garvey (17 August 1887 – 10 June 1940) was a Jamaican-born political leader, orator, entrepreneur, and visionary who became one of the most influential figures in the fight for Black empowerment and self-determination in the early 20th century. Born in St. Ann's Bay, Jamaica, and passing away in London, England, his life and…
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US President Joe Biden has pardoned five people including the late civil rights activist Marcus Garvey, the White House said Sunday, just hours before he cedes the Oval Office to Donald Trump. Garvey, who died in 1940, was a Jamaican-born writer and orator seen by some as a Rastafarian prophet who advocated for the African…
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Renowned actress, Eucharia Anunobi, has issued heartfelt advice on the importance of individuals being aware of their genotype before considering romantic relationships. Her advice stems from personal experience, as she opened up about the profound challenges she faced while raising her son, who was diagnosed with sickle cell disease. Eucharia recounted that the struggles associated…
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The Lagos State Government has shut down Smiley Kids Montessori, Heritage Place Estate, Sangotedo, after a swimming pool accident led to the death of a two-year-old female, Rapheala Ogbodo, on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. The girl's mother had taken to X to allege that her daughter was electrocuted contrary to the report she got of…
Music
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In 2024, Afrobeats witnessed dazzling achievements, from global festival bills and chart-topping hits to niche booms in disc jockeying and hype culture. Yet, looming gaps—from limited talent pipelines to poor touring infrastructure—remind us that the road to world dominance requires both innovation and investment. The year 2024 ushered promising strides for Afrobeats—spiking global exposure, foreign…
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Nigerian singer Oludipe David, popularly known as Spyro, has vowed to ensure that music executive Ubi Franklin is brought to book. Spyro, who had earlier accused Ubi of using Davido's name to secure a performance deal and failing to pay him after the event, has now intensified his campaign against the Triple MG boss. READ…
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Music executive Ubi Franklin has addressed accusations made by singer Spyro, who claimed that Ubi used Davido’s name to negotiate a performance deal without proper compensation. Spyro, in an interview released on Wednesday, alleged that Ubi convinced him to perform at a birthday event in Ghana, with the promise of payment allegedly linked to…
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The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 1 Division Nigeria Army, Maj.-Gen. Mayirenso Saraso, has called on serving officers and soldiers to remember the sacrifices of the fallen heroes to end insurgency and terrorism Saraso, who is the Commander, Sector 1 Operation Fansan Yamma, made the call at the inauguration of projects at the 2 Battalion headquarters.…
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The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) on Wednesday honoured the courage, selfless service and unwavering dedication of men and women of the military. Dr. Emeka Obegolu, President, ACCI, in his message while commemorating the Armed Forces Remembrance Day, in Abuja on Wednesday, said that the military had stood as guardians of the nation.…
Film
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NOLLYWOOD filmmakers have always captured the essence of Lagos — whether in crime thrillers showing its murky underside, comedies portraying it as a city of chaos and errors, or romance stories where one can be swept up by passion and desire in the city that never sleeps. This, Jade Osiberu has done in Christmas in…
15 Jan
Veteran Nollywood actress Ngozi Ezeonu has called out young women for showing up at auditions in inappropriate outfits, sparking discussions online. On Wednesday, a video surfaced on TikTok showing the seasoned actress, who has graced Nigerian screens for decades, addressing two young ladies during an audition. The clip, shared by @mrdoingscartel, captured her displeasure over…
15 Jan
The Economic Situation Room, a coalition of 48 civil society groups in Nigeria, has warned that the Federal Government's failure to release funds for completed contracts under the 2024 capital budget is having a devastating impact on businesses and the economy.
14 Jan
Popular Nollywood actress, Faithia Williams, has joyfully announced that her son, Khalid Balogun, has graduated with first-class honours from the University of Lagos (UNILAG). The proud mother shared the news on her Instagram page, revealing that Khalid achieved this remarkable feat in the university’s Creative Arts Department. Expressing her gratitude and pride, she wrote:“Hmm, I’m…
14 Jan
The Presidential Project Implementation Team for the #SheIsIncluded Initiative has commended Cross River Governor Bassey Edet Otu, and the wife, Bishop Mrs Eyoanwan Itam Otu