Nigerian rapper Erigga has spoken candidly about the negative effects of polygamy, saying the practice often harms women and children more than men. In an interview, Erigga shared that his perspective comes from personal experience growing up in a polygamous home. ALSO READ: Wizkid’s Son Boluwatife Teases First Single, Sparks Buzz Online “I am trying …
Nigerian rapper Olamide Adedeji, popularly known as Olamide, has said he is not desperate for international recognition, emphasizing the importance of staying true to his roots and audience. Speaking in an interview recently, the “Local Rapper” crooner explained that identifying and understanding his audience has been the key to his success in the music industry. …
Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade says it is time for Nigeria’s women’s team to move beyond African glory and challenge the world’s best. In an interview with FIFA.com, the Paris Saint-Germain winger expressed confidence in the team’s quality and ambition. “We don’t just want to be African champions anymore. We want to be global contenders,” …
The average interest rate on the most popular U.S. home loan has dropped to its lowest level in over a year, following softer inflation data that reinforced expectations of another Federal Reserve rate cut. According to the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), the rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell by seven basis points to 6.30% …
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called for a locally driven approach to end tuberculosis (TB) in the country by 2030, emphasizing reduced dependence on donor funding and stronger national leadership. Speaking at the 39th Stop TB Partnership Board Meeting in Manila, Philippines, Mrs Tinubu reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to eradicating TB under President Bola …
The Federal Government has allocated fertiliser worth over ₦450 million to farmers in Jigawa State for sale at subsidised rates, as part of efforts to boost food production and strengthen food security under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Governor Umar Namadi announced the initiative during a Citizens’ Engagement Programme held in Miga, headquarters …
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested Innocent Chukwuma in Oyigbo, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, for allegedly urging the military to overthrow the Nigerian government. Chukwuma, who operates an X handle @TheAgroman, reportedly used his account to call for a military coup and the suspension of the current administration. In one of his posts, …
U.S. President Donald Trump and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung have finalized a long-awaited trade and investment deal during Trump’s visit to South Korea. The breakthrough came during his ongoing Asia tour and marks a major step in strengthening U.S.–Korea economic ties. Speaking at a dinner on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific forum in …
Hurricane Melissa has unleashed catastrophic destruction across Jamaica, making landfall as a powerful Category 5 storm, one of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes ever recorded, hit the island nation. Torrential floods swept through southwestern communities on Tuesday as winds reaching 185 mph (295 kph) tore roofs from buildings and sent boulders crashing onto major roads. Landslides, …
Kenyan authorities have seized more than one tonne of methamphetamine in a major Indian Ocean drug bust carried out with support from INTERPOL. Six suspects were arrested during the high-seas operation. The interception took place on October 21, when the Kenyan Navy stopped a suspicious dhow about 340 nautical miles east of Mombasa. The action …
