By Esther Ososanya Wrestling icon, actor, and global pop culture phenomenon Hulk Hogan has passed away at the age of 71. TMZ Sports first reported the death of the former WWE Champion, revealing that Hogan died early Thursday morning at his Clearwater, Florida, home. Emergency vehicles, including police and EMTs, were reportedly seen stationed outside …
By Esther Ososanya In a case that has stunned fans and reignited global conversations around celebrity impunity and gender-based violence, popular Chinese singer and actor Zhang Yiyang has been executed by firing squad for the brutal murder of his 16-year-old girlfriend, becoming the first celebrity in China’s history to face such a sentence. The Intermediate …
By Esther Ososanya The number of Americans applying for new unemployment benefits fell unexpectedly last week, providing fresh evidence that the U.S. labour market remains resilient, even as job growth cools and businesses grow more hesitant about hiring. Initial jobless claims dropped by 4,000 to a seasonally adjusted 217,000 for the week ending July 19, …
By Esther Ososanya The amendment bill for the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) Establishment Act has passed its second reading in the House of Representatives, sparking optimism among key stakeholders. The bill, originally sponsored by former Chairman of the House Committee on Aviation Technology, Hon. Isiaq Abiodun Akinlade, seeks to reposition NiMet for more effective service …
By Esther Ososanya The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC), the Nigerian chapter of Transparency International, has raised the alarm over rising concerns of corruption within the judiciary. The organisation says this trend threatens Nigeria’s anti-graft campaign, democratic stability, and the rule of law. In a strongly worded statement, CISLAC Executive Director Comrade Auwal Ibrahim …
By Esther Ososanya A deadly cholera outbreak in Niger State has killed 13 people, mostly children, and infected at least 297 across six local government areas. The outbreak, which began two weeks ago in Minna and Shiroro, has spread to Bosso, Magama, Bida, and Munya. State officials say emergency health measures are in place to …
By Esther Ososanya As Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen inches closer to a dramatic switch from Napoli to Turkish giants Galatasaray, a surprising insider has offered a rare glimpse into both Osimhen’s personal desire and the flamboyant dealings of Napoli’s top boss. Gökhan İnler, current technical director at Udinese and a former Napoli midfielder, has revealed …
By Esther Ososanya As the countdown begins to Friday’s high-stakes clash at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat, Nigeria’s Super Falcons have set their sights squarely on a singular goal of lifting the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) trophy and reclaiming their dominance on the continent. Speaking exclusively after the team’s thrilling 2-1 semi-final victory …
By Esther Ososanya In a dramatic twist that could reshape Newcastle United’s summer transfer plans, Swedish forward Alexander Isak has formally informed the club of his desire to leave, sparking renewed interest from top European sides, including Liverpool and Arsenal. Isak, 24, is keen to explore fresh opportunities elsewhere in Europe, ruling out a move …
By Esther Ososanya, Social media personality and rights advocate Scott Iguma has broken his silence following his recent release from detention, accusing the Nigeria Police Force of abandoning justice and serving as a tool for oppression. In a video message shared just days after he was granted bail, Iguma delivered a searing indictment of the police, alleging …
