AFCON: 20 players face suspension risk ahead of semi-finals
As AFCON 2025 reaches its semi-final stage on Wednesday, January 14, two thrilling clashes are set to take centre stage: Egypt vs Senegal and Nigeria vs Morocco.
Gospel singer Bunmi Akinnaanu ‘Omije Ojumi’ is dead
The post, accompanied by a photograph of the late singer and a video showing her remains, disclosed that she passed away at a Lagos hospital.
Nigeria vs Morocco: Super Eagles’ last 5 results in Afcon semi final
The Super Eagles have reached the AFCON semi-finals 17 times in the 20 tournaments they have qualified for, with the most recent appearance coming at AFCON 2023 in Ivory Coast, where they drew 1-1 with South Africa after extra time, advanced on penalties, and later lost narrowly in the final.
Viral Chinese app ‘Are You Dead?’ to change name
The app, whose name “Sileme” in Mandarin translates to “are you dead?”, allows people living alone to register the name and email address of someone to contact in an emergency.
I receive threats over tax reform implementation — Taiwo Oyedele
According to Oyedele, Nigeria’s tax revenue collection remains significantly lower than comparable nations, making reforms unavoidable.
Newswatch co-founder Yakubu Mohammed dies at 75
Yakubu Mohammed, a co-founder of Newswatch magazine and its former deputy chief executive officer, has died at the age of 75.
Trump gives middle finger to heckler, White House defends move
US President Donald Trump was caught on camera Tuesday responding obscenely to a heckler during a visit to an auto plant in Michigan, according to a video circulating on social media.
Fire razes petrol station, tanker, others in Oyo community
A devastating fire incident on Tuesday completely burnt down the RSK Adebowale Multipurpose Filling station, a petrol tanker and a motorcycle at Ofiki area, Saki in Oyo State.
JAMB announces 2026 UTME, DE forms sale; sets registration, exam dates
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the commencement of the sale of application documents for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) admissions for the 2026/2027 academic session.
FG honours COAS, others with gallantry, service awards
The Federal Government has conferred various honours on senior officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Army in recognition of gallantry, sacrifice, innovation and outstanding contributions to national security.
Officials suspend three Kano health personnel over woman’s death after surgery
The officials who confirmed the incident said a preliminary and transparent investigation launched into the matter established that the unfortunate incident occurred at the centre.
