News at its Zenith
News at its Zenith
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Volcano eruption sparks Tsunami threat and evacuations in Indonesia Indonesian authorities sprang into action on Thursday as a volcano erupted multiple times, triggering fears of a tsunami and necessitating the evacuation of thousands of residents. Mount Ruang, located in Indonesia’s outermost region, unleashed five eruptions, spewing lava and smoke into the air, […]
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 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 Taraba varsity students freed after kidnapping. Two students, Joshua Sardauna and Obianu Elizabeth, who were kidnapped at the Federal University Wukari (FUW) in Taraba State, have been released from captivity. The university’s Head of Information and Protocol, Ashu Agbu, confirmed their freedom, stating that it was secured Thursday night after an undisclosed […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi UK Tribunal extends suspension for Nigerian doctor involved in patient sex scandal. A Nigerian doctor, Ewere Onyekpe, facing allegations of engaging in sexual activity with a patient in a hospital’s toilet cubicle, has been handed an additional six-month suspension by a UK tribunal. Mr. Onyekpe, employed as a locum registrar at the […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Lassa fever claims 150 lives in Nigeria In a troubling development, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported the grim toll of Lassa fever in Nigeria. According to the latest figures from January to March 2024, a total of 150 lives have been lost to this deadly […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Content creator struggles: Managing monetization on social media. A Nigerian skitmaker, Nikki_fefe, found herself in a quandary when she discovered discrepancies in the management of her monetized social media account. Allegedly, her account managers were deducting a hefty 30% from her earnings, prompting her to seek advice. In the realm of content […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Tragedy strikes Gaza: Israeli airstrike claims lives of Hamas leader’s kin In a devastating turn of events, an Israeli airstrike targeted a civilian vehicle in Gaza’s Shati refugee camp, resulting in the tragic deaths of three sons and three grandchildren of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. The strike occurred as the family gathered […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Nigerian coalition protests electricity tariff increase, calls for end to privatisation. A coalition advocating for affordable and regular electricity in Nigeria has strongly opposed the recent hike in electricity tariffs announced by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). The Coalition for Affordable and Regular Electricity (CARE), led by its national coordinator, Comrade […]
