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By OLA MODUPE, Lagos
September 25, 2026
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,...
By VICTOR CHIAHEMEN, Abuja
September 18, 2026
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...
Tom Chiahemen
September 17, 2026
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...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja
September 16, 2026
Veteran Nollywood actor and film executive, Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84, bringing to an end a remarkable career that spanned more than five decades. His death was announced by his son, Olusoji Jacobs, in an Instagram post on Wednesday. Announcing the sad news, Olusoji wrote:...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos
September 15, 2026
Afro-urban music artist, Malex Betaboi, has urged Nigerian artists to use their platforms to reflect the struggles of ordinary people and offer messages of hope amid the country’s economic challenges. Betaboi, who spoke to journalists in Jos, said his music was shaped by personal experiences but was also intended...
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By VICTOR CHIAHEMEN, Abuja
September 25, 2026
Manchester United fans have taken their long-running opposition to the club’s ownership beyond Old Trafford, targeting sponsors and commercial partners in a new online push. Tagged #BoycottUnited, the campaign gained traction between Tuesday and Wednesday, with supporters urging fellow fans to contact companies linked to the club through reviews,...
By VICTOR CHIAHEMEN, Abuja
September 25, 2026
Brazil have officially entered a new chapter after handing their famous No. 10 shirt to Barcelona forward Raphinha following the end of Neymar’s long reign with the iconic jersey. The Brazilian Football Confederation confirmed the change in its latest squad announcement, with Raphinha taking over the legendary number after...
By VICTOR CHIAHEMEN, Abuja
September 25, 2026
Lionel Messi stands behind Cristian Romero, both hands resting on the defender’s shoulders, as Romero sits with Argentina’s captain’s armband on his arm and the World Cup trophy beside him. There is no handshake in the picture. No formal passing of the armband. Yet the image captures something bigger...
By VICTOR CHIAHEMEN, Abuja
September 24, 2026
Manchester United have completed the signing of 17-year-old midfielder Karim Cassim from Manchester City, securing a promising academy talent from their local rivals. Cassim completed the move this month and was unveiled at Old Trafford, where he posed with a United shirt in front of the Sir Alex Ferguson...
By VICTOR CHIAHEMEN, Abuja
September 23, 2026
Manchester United have secured most of the land needed for their proposed 100,000-seat stadium, clearing a major hurdle in their plans for a new home beside Old Trafford. The 25-acre site is about 350 metres from the existing stadium, giving United room to develop the new ground while continuing...

