2023
15 Jan
With the yearly average global temperature fast approaching the critical threshold of 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, last year officially smashed the global temperature record, the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) confirmed last week.
2 Jan
Nicki Minaj has cemented her position as the reigning queen of rap, topping the charts for most-streamed female rapper on Spotify in 2023 with a staggering 5.1 billion streams. This milestone signifies a triumphant return to the spotlight for Minaj, who has remained a constant force in hip-hop since her debut in the late 2000s.…
29 Dec
NewJeans, the rookie sensation that took the K-Pop world by storm in 2023, has cemented their place at the top with Billboard crowning their debut single "Super Shy" the year's best K-Pop song. In the highly anticipated "The 25 Best K-Pop Songs of 2023" list, released by Billboard on December 29, 2023, "Super Shy" claimed…
11 Dec
K-Pop sensation BLACKPINK has once again cemented their status as global superstars, achieving a groundbreaking feat on Spotify. The group has officially surpassed 3 billion streams on the platform in 2023 alone, marking a historic first for any girl group. BLACKPINK's record-breaking achievement is just the latest in a string of accomplishments for the group.…
4 Dec
Nigerian music sensation Asake has cemented his status as one of the most dominant forces in the African music landscape, emerging as the most streamed artist on Boomplay in 2023. Asake has enjoyed unprecedented commercial success since breaking into the mainstream in 2022 with his hit single "Omo Ope." 2023 has been no different, with…
20 Nov
In a glittering ceremony held in San Salvador, El Salvador, on November 18, 2023, Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua emerged victorious as the newly crowned Miss Universe. This historic achievement marks the first time a Nicaraguan woman has ever claimed the coveted title, solidifying her place among the world's most celebrated beauties. The 23-year-old Palacios, a…
30 May 2023
Wizkid, Rema, and Fireboy graced the stage in Miami, delivering an unforgettable performance during day two of the Afro Nation festival. The festival, held on Sunday, May 29, 2023, showcased the biggest names in afro beats, captivating fans and music enthusiasts in attendance. As the headliner for the day, Wizkid, also known as Starboy, mesmerized…
4 May 2023
An upcoming exhibition at the Fondation Cartier in Paris will feature works by the renowned Australian artist Ron Mueck, running from June 8th to November 5th, 2023. The exhibition will showcase both previously unseen sculptures and iconic pieces from Mueck's career, including 'Man in a Boat' (2002), 'Baby' (2000), and 'With a Girl' (2006). Curated…
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A man set himself on fire Friday outside the court where Donald Trump is standing trial in Manhattan, with officers rushing to extinguish the flames. Burning clothes were strewn in the park, which was locked down by authorities, while ambulances lined up nearby on standby, an AFP correspondent at the scene saw, describing a strong…
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Akwa Ibom State Government has indicated readiness to commence aggressive desilting of gutters and flood channels across the state.
2 hours ago
The Delta State Police Command has urged Point-of-Sale (POS) operators to be cautious when handling large cash transactions, particularly those involving armed individuals. It noted that customers requesting large cash transactions should be accompanied by a video by the POS operator. Police spokesperson, SP Bright Edafe, stated on Friday in a post on X, noting…
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Lagos State government on Friday said it has apprehended 10 fake enforcement officials around the Cele/Itire axis of the Apapa-Oshodi Expressway of the state. The apprehended persons; Ojo Oluwaseun, Rafiu Agbabiaka, Babatunde Ibrahim, Abiodun Olusegun, Daniel Olanrewaju, Aweda Kabiru, Olufowobi Michael, Olamilekan Olasupo, Bunmi James and Iyiola Shola(female) were caught carrying out unauthorised enforcement using…
2 hours ago
Mikel Arteta has urged Arsenal to prove they have the mental strength to bounce back from a painful spell that wrecked their Champions League challenge and dented their Premier League title bid.
2 hours ago
Pep Guardiola has revealed Erling Haaland could miss Manchester City's FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea at Wembley on Saturday.
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The WHO announced Friday it had approved a new, simpler version of an existing oral cholera vaccine, which should help increase the number of available doses as global cases surge.
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The Registrar, Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Is-haq Oloyede has monitored the ongoing Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) exercise in Abuja. Prof. Oloyede who monitored the exercise at the Kogo Computer Based Tests (CBT) Centre in Bwari Area Council of Abuja, expressed satisfaction with the process. He reiterated the examination body's earlier order…
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The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has warned newly-registered companies against paying certain fees to obtain tax identification number (TIN) amongst others. The management of CAC gave this warning in a statement on its X handle on Friday. CAC said it noticed email messages sent to directors of newly-registered companies. READ ALSO: CAC targets registration of…