China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) has secured the contract to construct a 7-megawatt floating solar power station for the Federal University of Lagos (UNILAG), marking a major milestone in Nigeria’s renewable energy journey. The project, announced by CCECC in a statement shared on social media on Monday, will be installed on the lagoon waters…
Nigeria is rapidly positioning itself as a global frontrunner in the adoption of artificial intelligence, particularly in learning, work, and entrepreneurship, according to a new joint report by Google and Ipsos. The findings were disclosed on Tuesday in a statement issued by Google’s Communications and Public Affairs Manager for West Africa, Taiwo Kola-Ogunlade. The report,…
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, on Tuesday officially moved into the ancient palace in Oyo town, marking a historic moment nine months after his installation as the traditional ruler of the Oyo Kingdom. The development was confirmed by the palace’s media office in a statement issued by the Director of Media and Publicity…
The Nigerian music industry has been thrown into mourning following reports of the death of Afrofuji star Afeez Adesina, popularly known as Destiny Boy. The young artiste was said to have passed away at the age of 22 in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. Destiny Boy rose to fame as one of the brightest young voices redefining…
Beast Industries, the media powerhouse founded by YouTube superstar Jimmy Donaldson—widely known as MrBeast—has secured a massive $200 million investment from Bitmine Immersion Technologies, a company recognized as one of the world’s leading Ethereum treasury firms. The deal, expected to close around January 19, represents one of the most significant intersections yet between the creator…
Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross has revealed that he turned down a staggering $15 billion offer for the NFL franchise, making it clear that the team is not for sale and will remain under family control. Speaking in a recent interview with Bloomberg Newsmakers, Ross confirmed for the first time that he plans to pass…
False reports claiming comedian and YouTuber Charleston White had been shot multiple times in Texas spread rapidly across social media on Tuesday, sparking confusion and concern among his followers before the claims were swiftly debunked. The rumor began circulating on platforms such as X and Facebook, where posts alleged that White was in critical condition…
Barron Trump, the youngest son of U.S. President Donald Trump, has reportedly built a massive fortune from cryptocurrency, earning more than $80 million, according to Forbes. The revelation has sparked widespread attention, placing the 18-year-old among the youngest high-profile figures to amass such wealth from the fast-evolving digital asset space. The report highlights Barron’s growing…
Tension gripped the Makoko waterfront community in Lagos after two young children and an adult man narrowly escaped death following exposure to tear gas allegedly fired by police during an enforcement operation linked to planned demolitions near power lines. Residents said the incident unfolded earlier this week as security operatives moved into the area ahead…
Former adult film actress and media personality Mia Khalifa has revealed that she received threats from ISIS and was subsequently banned from parts of the Middle East, despite what she says is strong viewership of her content across Muslim-majority countries. Khalifa made the disclosure during a recent interview in which she reflected on the long-term…
