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German politicians made a final scramble for votes Saturday on the eve of crucial elections in which conservatives are favoured to win despite the dramatic rise of the far right. Sunday's vote comes at a time of upheaval for Europe and its biggest economy as US President Donald Trump has ended a united Western stance…
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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said Saturday that peace in Ukraine cannot be "imposed", as he prepares to visit the country. "Peace in Ukraine and security in Europe cannot be imposed," said Sanchez, who will embark on a visit to Kyiv on Monday as Ukraine prepares to mark three years since the start of the…
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen discussed "the need to secure a just and enduring peace in Ukraine" on a call Saturday, a Downing Street spokesperson said. The call comes on the back of concerns among European leaders over being sidelined by US President Donald Trump from talks…
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The US military said Saturday it had killed a senior member of Al-Qaeda's Syrian branch Hurras al-Din, which announced its dissolution last month, in an air strike in the country's northwest. It is the latest US strike this year against the group in Syria. Along with its Western and Arab allies, the United States has…
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is "not ready" to sign a minerals deal with the United States, a source told AFP on Saturday, raising doubts about the proposed agreement as a rift between the two countries deepened. Since taking office last month, President Donald Trump has upended US foreign policy, making diplomatic overtures towards the Kremlin…
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Family and friends of released Israeli hostage Omer Shem Tov clapped, burst into tears and popped bottles of champagne as they watched him walk free on Saturday after being handed over by Hamas in Gaza. Shem Tov was among six Israeli captives freed by Palestinian militants as part of the seventh hostage-prisoner swap to take…
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Drug trafficker Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada has asked Mexico to seek his repatriation, faced with the possibility of being sentenced to death in the United States, President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed Friday. Zambada, who co-founded the Sinaloa Cartel with notorious drug kingpin Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, was arrested in the United States last July along with…
20 Feb
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at identifying and eliminating federal funds being used for undocumented migrants, the White House said. The order "directs Federal departments and agencies to identify all federally funded programs currently providing financial benefits to illegal aliens and take corrective action," according to a White House fact sheet…
20 Feb
A member of India's ruling Hindu-nationalist party was sworn in Thursday as chief minister of Delhi after an election landslide handed it control of the capital for the first time in decades. Rekha Gupta, 50, of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is the fourth woman to serve as chief minister of the…
19 Feb
US President Donald Trump called Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky a "dictator" Wednesday, widening a personal rift with major implications for efforts to end the conflict triggered by Russia's invasion three years ago. The United States has provided essential funding and arms to Ukraine, but Trump made an abrupt policy shift by opening talks with Moscow…
17 Feb
The last year of war in Ukraine -- a conflict about to enter its fourth year -- was marked by billions in aid, Ukraine seizing Russian territory and Moscow using a new hypersonic missile. On February 16, US president Donald Trump said he could meet Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin "very soon" to discuss ending the…
16 Feb
Israel's security cabinet was set to discuss on Monday the next phase of the ceasefire in Gaza, after top US diplomat Marco Rubio and Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu presented a united front on their approach to Hamas and Iran. Rubio was in Israel on his first Middle East trip as President Donald Trump's secretary…
16 Feb
At least 48 people were killed in the collapse of an illegally operated gold mine in western Mali Saturday, authorities and local sources told AFP. Mali is one of Africa's leading gold producers, and mining sites are regularly the scene of deadly landslides and accidents. Authorities have struggled to control unregulated mining of the precious…
Guardian Life
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The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, says he will resign if the current APC state chairman, Abdullahi Abbas, is re-elected. Ata made this statement at a press conference in Kano on Monday. He reaffirmed his position, stating he would resign from both his ministerial role and the party. He said, “This…
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Nigerian singer and songwriter Abraham Emmanuel John, popularly known as Clever Tush, has released his highly anticipated single, Erima. Known for his unique fusion of Afrobeats and contemporary sounds, Clever Tush continues to captivate audiences with his infectious melodies and compelling storytelling. READ MORE: Diddy’s lawyer quits sex trafficking case Erima is a vibrant, rhythmic…
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Nollywood actress, Iniobong, Edo Ekim, better known as Ini Edo loses father, pens down emotional message about his passing. This post was shared by the actress via her Instagram account on February, 24, 2025. In the post she shared, Ini Edo expressed her profound grief and paid tribute to her late father: “This post has…
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Marvel Studios' Captain America: Brave New World continues its record-breaking streak in Nigerian cinemas, amassing ₦226.8 million in two weeks. According to the latest figures from the Nigeria Box Office for the weekend of February 21st to 23rd, the blockbuster remains the biggest film in the country, raking in ₦57.2 million over the weekend. This…
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One of the lawyers defending American music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs in his criminal sex trafficking case has officially pulled out of the legal team. Court documents filed on Thursday revealed that attorney Anthony Ricco submitted a motion to step down from representing the embattled Bad Boy Records boss. Ricco, who was one of the…
Music
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A civil society organisation, Niger Delta Civil Society Coalition, NSCDC, has condemned the George Uboh Whistleblowers Network for invoking the Freedom of Information Act and the Fiscal Responsibility Act to request documents on alleged financial mismanagement in the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, NCDMB. NSCDC urged sponsors of the George Uboh Whistleblowers Network to…
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The President of the Association of African Private Universities (AAPU), Prof. Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, on Thursday, visited Baba-Ahmed University, Kano, to discuss the advancement of private universities in Africa and promote academic collaboration. Prof. Gwarzo, who is also the founder of Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN), led a high-profile delegation that included the…
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After three years abroad, the 17th Headies returns to Lagos with an expanded eligibility period and the promise of fresh innovation. Yet critics argue it needs a major revamp to truly reflect Nigeria’s dynamic music scene. After Nigeria’s biggest music award spent two editions overseas to, arguably, improve its operations, the Headies returns on 17…
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Get ready to be serenaded by the soulful sounds of Saint Lucas, as he prepares to release a love song titled "Letter to Shalewa." With a music career spanning over a decade, Saint Lucas – the artist behind ‘Lemme Love You’ – has evolved from a rapper to a singer-songwriter and guitarist, crafting a unique…
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In the ever-evolving landscape of global music, a new star is emerging to captivate audiences with her unique sound, inspiring story, and unstoppable passion. Meet N Brown, a talented UK-based Cameroonian rapper who's been making waves with her latest album, "Area Mama." With a style that blends rap, Mboko language, and personal experiences, N-Brown is…
Film
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Marvel and Disney's "Captain America: Brave New World" clung to the top of the North American box office this weekend despite a steep drop
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Produced by a visionary Nigerian company, Makemation is Africa’s first feature film on AI, starring Nollywood luminaries and helmed by Michael “Ama Psalmist” Akinrogunde. Set for worldwide release on 18 April 2025, the groundbreaking film blends technology, culture, and innovation. Makemation, a Nigerian artificial intelligence-themed feature film out is set for release in Lagos, Nigeria…
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The Managing Director/Chief Executive of Nigerian Film Corporation, Dr Ali Nuhu, has advocated for continuous massive film infrastructure development as well as sustainable partnerships to aid the growth of Nigeria’s film industry.
20 Feb
The 2025 film awards season is in full swing and knowing where to watch the Oscar-nominated films can be daunting. There are twenty-five films up for nominations at the Oscars film awards 2025. This year’s top contenders are all streaming and showing on your favourite Apps, and in the theatres. Emilia Pérez "Emilia Pérez" (13…
18 Feb
The Nigerian box office experienced a major shake-up over the weekend (February 14–16) as Captain America: Brave New World dominated the charts with a record-breaking opening, raking in ₦137.5 million. According to a report on Monday by the Box Office via their x page, Nollywood also had a strong showing with Reel Love, which pulled…