Legendary Nigerian music icon Fela Anikulapo-Kuti has posthumously earned a place in global music history, becoming the first Nigerian artist to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Fela, widely celebrated as the pioneer of Afrobeat, will be honoured in the “Early Influence” category—an acknowledgment reserved for artists whose work has had…
The internal crisis within the African Democratic Congress has taken a new turn after the Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the party to suspend its planned national convention. In a ruling delivered by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, the court directed all parties involved to maintain the status quo ante bellum—a legal term meaning a return…
New research from Duke University and Boston University is shedding light on a lesser-known factor that could influence fertility and early pregnancy outcomes—male cannabis use. According to the studies, the use of cannabis may alter sperm at a genetic level, potentially increasing the risk of miscarriage and affecting early embryo development. Scientists point to tetrahydrocannabinol…
U.S. President Donald Trump has revealed that 34 ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz in a single day, marking what he described as the highest level of activity since the ongoing restrictions in the region began. In a post shared on Truth Social, Trump highlighted the spike in maritime movement, noting that the figure…
Nigeria is gearing up to begin natural gas delivery to Abuja by July 2026 through the long-anticipated Ajaokuta–Kaduna–Kano Gas Pipeline, marking a significant step forward in the country’s energy transition plans. According to the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, the project is nearing completion, with officials expressing optimism that gas will soon start flowing to…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has recorded a major breakthrough in its fight against drug trafficking, intercepting a large consignment of cannabis valued at over ₦724 million in Edo State. Speaking at a press briefing in Benin City, the state commander, Mitchell Ofoyeju, revealed that operatives seized a total of 7,245 kilograms of cannabis…
Rising sprint star Gout Gout has announced himself on the global stage with a stunning performance, breaking a long-standing 200m record and rewriting history in the process. The 18-year-old Australian clocked an incredible 19.67 seconds at the national championships in Sydney, setting a new benchmark for teenage athletes. The record-breaking run not only shattered his…
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, has issued a firm warning to individuals involved in illegal land grabbing across Oyo, declaring that those who engage in such acts risk facing up to 15 years in prison. The warning comes in response to a surge in violent incidents linked to land disputes in several communities…
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has urged President Bola Tinubu to take immediate action over allegations of missing public funds totaling ₦2.9 billion linked to two key government agencies. In a letter dated April 11, signed by its Deputy Director, Kolawole Oluwadare, the organization called on the President to direct the Minister of Communications,…
The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 23-year-old man, Sodiq Kayode Akorede, in connection with the tragic killing of a six-year-old girl in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State. According to a statement released on Sunday by the Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, the incident occurred on April 11, 2026,…
