History
12 Mar
Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas O’Connell have once again graced the Oscars with their extraordinary talent, becoming the youngest two-time winners in the history of the Academy Awards. Their latest win for Best Original Song with “What Was I Made For?” from the film “Barbie” has solidified their positions as prodigies in music composition…
19 Feb
The Federal Government has announced plans to establish the Kanem Borno Museum, aimed at preserving Kanuri cultural artefacts. The Minister of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa announced this at the just concluded Kanem Borno Cultural Summit and Colloquium in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. Musawa said that the Kanem Museum when established,…
11 Feb
Nigeria's Super Eagles take on hosts Côte d’Ivoire on Sunday, aiming to create history by becoming only the third team to defeat an AFCON host in the final. This year's final marks their second clash with the Elephants, having already secured a 1-0 victory in the group stage. To lift their fourth AFCON trophy, the…
10 Feb
Former Nigerian national team star, Paul Okoku, has issued a passionate appeal to the current Super Eagles team, urging them to rewrite history and claim AFCON glory in Sunday's final against Ivory Coast. Drawing upon his experience as part of the Eagles team that fell short in the 1984 final, where Nigeria lost 3-1 to…
18 Jan
As the roar of the crowd prepares to engulf the stadium, football fans across Africa hold their breath for the epic clash between Côte d'Ivoire and Nigeria in Group A of AFCON 2023. This electrifying rivalry, steeped in history and brimming with talent, promises a spectacle that will leave everyone on the edge of their…
16 Jan
Quinta Brunson, the creator and star of the hit mockumentary sitcom "Abbott Elementary," made history as the first Black woman in 42 years to win the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series on Monday night. Her triumph marks a momentous occasion for both Brunson and the television industry, shattering glass ceilings and…
23 Nov
Thanksgiving, a cherished holiday celebrated in the United States and Canada, is a time for reflection, gratitude, and sharing a bountiful feast with loved ones. While its origins trace back to the Pilgrims' harvest celebration in 1621, Thanksgiving has evolved into a deeply ingrained tradition, steeped in symbolism and cherished customs. The Historicity of Thanksgiving…
20 Nov
Taylor Swift made history at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards, becoming the first artist ever to win ten awards in a single year. The singer-songwriter took home top honors in categories including Top Artist, Top Female Artist, and Top Billboard 200 Artist. Swift's historic night also included wins for Top Radio Songs Artist, Top Song…
29 Oct
'The most effective way to destroy people is to deny and obliterate their own understanding of their history,' says George Orwell. This cannot be more accurate when you look at the situation in Nigeria. It is appalling that till this moment, except where necessary, most Nigerian students do not recognise the importance of history, and…
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ACE singer, Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe popularly called Ayra Starr, has donated a borehole to the Orimolade community, Ifako-Ijaiye, in Lagos, as part of efforts to provide clean and drinkable water to the people.
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Governments at all level in the country have been enjoined to evolve an intervention method that addresses the concerns and needs of women in agriculture for the country to guarantee self-sufficiency in food production.
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Joseph Akinwale, popularly known as Joeboy, has said inspiration for his songs comes from diverse ways, including dreams. He revealed this recently during an interaction with fans at the premiere of YouTube’s Up Close With series in Lagos.
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With its Sip & Paint that gave rise to the discovery of artistic skills, Spotify unveiled its daylist in Nigeria in a grand style at the Muson Centre Lagos recently.
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Dr. Philips Nto is the Director, Agribusiness Incubation Centre, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike. A World Bank consultant, he is a former Commissioner for Finance and Economic Planning in Abia State.
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The Nigerian Army high command yesterday morning released the King of Ewu Kingdom, HRH Clement Ikolo Ogenerukevwe, declared wanted a few weeks ago over the killing of 17 military personnel in Delta State.
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Stephanie Coker is an award-winning television host, actress, producer, content creator and entrepreneur passionate about philanthropy, storytelling, family, women and womanhood. She is bridging the gap between home and the Diaspora
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At the end of AFCON 2023, that was in February 2024, José Peseiro, the Portuguese Manager that took the Super Eagles to Cote d’Ivoire became history. His contract was not renewed by the Nigeria Football Federation