By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Nigerian chess prodigy tackles Guinness World Record in New York. In a bid to rewrite history, Nigerian chess sensation Tunde Onakoya has embarked on a monumental journey to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon. Hailed by his compatriots abroad, Onakoya kicked off the challenge amidst fervent support from […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Naira gains in Forex markets, but inflation persists Naira Gains The Nigerian naira has seen a notable appreciation against the United States dollar in recent weeks, both in official and unofficial foreign exchange markets. However, despite this positive development, the effects on the prices of goods and services have yet to be […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Bold move: Elon Musk announces new policy for X users Elon Musk, CEO of the social media platform X, revealed plans to implement a significant change affecting new users: they will now be required to pay for posting privileges. Musk cited the proliferation of bots as the driving force behind this decision, […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Ooni of Ife urges Nigerians to disregard Yoruba nation agitators The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has advised Nigerians to pay no heed to individuals advocating for the creation of a Yoruba nation, describing them as mere attention seekers who do not represent the interests of the Yoruba race. Speaking during […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Groundbreaking discovery: Astronomers unveil largest black hole in Milky Way In a groundbreaking revelation, astronomers have unveiled the largest stellar black hole ever detected within the confines of the Milky Way galaxy. Named Gaia BH3, this celestial giant boasts a mass 33 times that of our Sun, as reported in a study […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Samsung overtakes Apple to lead smartphone market In a recent report by International Data Corporation (IDC), Samsung has reclaimed its position as the top seller in the smartphone market, surpassing Apple once again. The competition between the two tech giants intensifies as Chinese competitors edge closer to the leaders. According to IDC’s […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Fuel subsidy costs soar, El-Rufai reveals Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has shed light on the escalating costs of fuel subsidy borne by the Federal Government, surpassing previous expenditure levels. Addressing journalists after presenting a keynote speech at a workshop in Maiduguri, El-Rufai emphasized the government’s increased spending on fuel subsidy, […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Abduction crisis: Kidnappers demand N100m for release of Ortom’s ex-aide’s wife and maid The wife, Mrs. Abigail Orbunde, and housemaid, Patience Ogute, of Terwase Orbunde, former Chief of Staff to the ex-governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, have been abducted, with the kidnappers demanding a ransom of N100 million. Tahav Argezua, […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Tensions Rise: Iranian Navy seizes Israel-linked ship amid middle East escalation Iran’s Revolutionary Guards conducted a helicopter operation near the Strait of Hormuz, seizing an Israeli-linked container ship amidst escalating tensions in the Middle East. The Portuguese-flagged MSC Aries, managed by Zodiac Maritime, linked to Israeli businessman Eyal Ofer, was directed back […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Tragedy Strikes: Six dead in Sydney Shopping center stabbing rampage. A horrifying incident unfolded at Westfield Bondi Junction in Sydney, where six people lost their lives and several others sustained injuries, including a nine-month-old baby, in a mass stabbing. Witnesses recounted scenes of chaos and panic as the attack unfolded, with some […]