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British-Nigerian actor Damson Idris has officially been unveiled as a global ambassador for Formula One, marking a major crossover between Hollywood and the world of elite motorsport. The announcement positions Idris as one of the sport’s key cultural faces as Formula 1 continues its push to expand global appeal beyond traditional racing audiences. Known for…
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Nigerian striker Victor Osihmen emerged the hero as Galatasaray S.K. secured a dramatic victory over Italian giants Juventus F.C., with his decisive goal sealing their progression in a thrilling knockout encounter. The Turkish champions travelled to Turin with a comfortable 5-2 advantage from the first leg. But it was the hosts who took control of…
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Afrobeats superstar Tiwa Savage has taken a major step toward shaping the future of African music after partnering with the prestigious Berklee College of Music to train 100 emerging music creators through a fully funded educational initiative. The programme, launched under the newly created Tiwa Savage Music Foundation, aims to bridge the gap between raw…
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Legendary singer, rapper and songwriter Lauryn Hill has been nominated for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a prestigious recognition that honours artists who have made a lasting impact on music and culture. The announcement comes as part of the Rock Hall’s Class of 2026 nominees, placing Hill alongside a diverse slate…
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Russian authorities have launched a criminal investigation into Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of the global messaging platform Telegram, accusing him of allegedly “aiding terrorism” a move that marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Moscow and independent tech platforms. According to reports from Russian state media and officials citing the Federal…
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Africa’s foremost industrial powerhouse, Aliko Dangote, has announced plans to build the continent’s largest detergent raw material plant, a move that promises to significantly transform Nigeria’s industrial landscape and strengthen local manufacturing supply chains. The announcement comes as the Dangote Group Refinery one of Africa’s largest integrated oil and petrochemical complexes approaches full operational capacity,…
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A powerful coalition of artist rights advocates has launched an open campaign urging the music community to reject Suno, an AI-driven music generation platform that has sparked intense controversy over copyright, compensation and creative ownership. In an open letter titled “Say No to Suno,” a group of organisations and creators called out the generative AI…
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In one of the most electrifying developments in boxing history, Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. have agreed to a rematch, nearly a decade after their historic first fight. The announcement has sent shockwaves through the sports world, thrilling fans who have long speculated about a second chapter to one of boxing’s biggest rivalries. Their…
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The United States government has issued a clear reassurance to Nigerian students holding valid F-1 (academic) and J-1 (exchange) visas, affirming that they remain safe to study and travel in the U.S. despite recent concerns circulating online about potential visa restrictions or changes in immigration policy. In an official statement, the U.S. Department of State…
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European football is once again grappling with disturbing incidents of racial abuse, as players including Tolu Arokodare and Wesley Fofana become the latest targets of online and stadium-based discrimination. The Wolves striker showed the racially aggravated messages he received on Instagram after his team’s 1-0 loss at Crystal Palace on Sunday. The Nigerian international had…