The highly contagious H5 bird flu virus has started spreading locally among wild birds in Australia, the nation’s chief veterinary officer said on Wednesday. Australia was for years the only continental landmass free of the H5 strain, which has caused severe disease and death in poultry and wild birds worldwide. “This news of some local…
Nigeria’s campaign at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations got off to a disappointing start as the Super Falcons suffered a stunning 3-2 defeat to tournament newcomers Malawi. The result sent shockwaves across African football, with the ten-time champions unexpectedly falling to a side making its first-ever appearance at the competition in Morocco. Malawi…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has sanctioned several financial institutions with fines totaling ₦430 million for failing to address customer complaints promptly and for disregarding regulatory directives. The move highlights the regulator’s growing commitment to protecting consumers and improving service standards across the banking industry.Details contained in the CBN’s 2025 Annual Report revealed that…
Former Chairman of Kumbotso Local Government Area in Kano State, Abdullahi Ghali Basaf, has returned to his tailoring business months after a court ruling removed him from office. The development has sparked widespread reactions, with many Nigerians praising his decision to embrace his trade rather than remain idle. Basaf was among several local government chairmen…
Nollywood actress Annie Idibia has become the center of online discussions after unveiling a new tattoo that appears to cover the “Idibia” inscription she previously wore on her shoulder. The new butterfly design has attracted significant attention, with many fans interpreting it as a symbol of personal growth and a fresh chapter in her life….
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has come to the aid of veteran Nollywood actress Ngozi Nwosu by approving payment toward her medical treatment following growing concerns about her health condition. The intervention has been welcomed by members of the entertainment industry and fans across the country. The development was announced by popular singer and government…
Ghana’s tallest man, Sulemana Abdul Samed, popularly known as Awuche, has died at the age of 33. His demise has prompted an outpour of grief, particularly in northern Ghana where his extraordinary height made him a local celebrity. According to the BBC on Tuesday evening, Awuche died on Monday at the Tamale Teaching Hospital after…
French football legend Zinedine Zidane has been appointed head coach of the France national team, replacing Didier Deschamps, the French Football Federation (FFF) has announced. The appointment, which had been widely anticipated, marks Zidane’s return to football management after leaving Real Madrid in 2021. The 54-year-old has signed a four-year contract that will run until…
Presidential candidate of the Accord Party, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has declared that Nigeria is in a state of war, calling on the Federal Government to urgently overhaul the country’s security architecture to defeat terrorism and restore national safety. Olawepo-Hashim, in a statement, condemned the recent wave of killings across Kaduna, Zamfara, Plateau and other states,…
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, plans to dedicate one-third of his wealth to philanthropic causes as part of a long-term succession plan, his daughter, Halima Dangote, has revealed. Halima, who is a trustee of the Aliko Dangote Foundation, disclosed the plan in an interview with Bloomberg, stating that the billionaire has secured the support of…
