October 8, 2026

Entertainment

Temi Nkem has made Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) history, becoming the youngest winner in the show’s history at just 21 years old. Nkem was crowned winner of Season 11, the “Show Ya Sef” edition, on Sunday night after beating Aikou in the final two, bringing a dramatic close to...
Davido’s manager, Asa Asika, has described the Afrobeats star as one of the most influential Nigerians under 40, saying his impact extends beyond music into social media, business and popular culture. Asika said Davido’s huge fan base, online presence and strong connection with audiences have made him one of...
Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has joined billionaire businessman Aliko Dangote in promoting the ongoing effort to make Nigerians part owners of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery through its public offering. Davido shared a video on his official X account on Thursday showing a conversation with Dangote,...
Some artists have hit songs. Some have great albums. A few manage to become part of the soundtrack of an entire generation. Innocent Ujah Idibia, better known as 2Baba, belongs in the last category. At 51, the singer has spent more than two decades building a career that stretches...
EU, Federal Government, others back Abuja showcase of fashion, culture and green enterprise By TOM CHIAHEMEN, Abuja From the catwalk to the circular economy, Nigeria’s fashion industry is preparing to make a statement that goes beyond style. With preparations gathering momentum for the 2026 edition of Nigeria Fashion Week...

SPORTS

Arsenal wonderkid Max Dowman has been officially recognised by Guinness World Records after his record-breaking rise through English and European football. Dowman, who is yet to turn 17, has been presented with three certificates recognising his remarkable achievements at such a young age. The teenage midfielder holds the Guinness...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s decision to leave the Portugal camp ahead of the Denmark game was not simply about being left on the bench. An eight-point statement Ronaldo says he approved for Portugal coach Jorge Jesus to read at a press conference after the Norway game has now emerged, offering a...
Lionel Messi’s 21-year international career has come to an end, with Argentina’s greatest footballer signing off with a goal, two assists and a 3-0 victory over Benin at the Estadio Monumental on Tuesday night. In front of more than 85,000 fans, Messi made his record 208th and final appearance...
Cristiano Ronaldo has broken his silence over his recent fallout with Portugal coach Jorge Jesus, making it clear that he has no intention of retiring from international football. The 41-year-old captain said he still wants to compete for Portugal after serving his suspension, dismissing suggestions that his next appearance...
Nigeria has taken another major step towards its ambition of hosting the 2034 Commonwealth Games following a high-level meeting between officials of the National Sports Commission (NSC), the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) and a delegation from Commonwealth Sport in Abuja. The meeting, held at the National Sports Commission headquarters,...
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