Nigerian singer Spyro has sparked conversation online after calling out wealthy individuals—particularly billionaires—for their alleged habit of refusing to pay for services rendered. In a strongly worded message posted to his Instagram story, the singer didn’t hold back, criticizing the behavior of those who, despite their wealth, often expect freebies. Expressing his frustration, Spyro pointed … Read more
Christian Chukwu, former captain and head coach of Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, has passed away at the age of 74. The football legend died in the early hours of Saturday, though the exact circumstances surrounding his death remain undisclosed. His death was confirmed by his close friend and former teammate, Segun Odegbami, … Read more
The worst has been designed to happen in Abakaliki by the Government of Hon. Francis Nwifuru. The designs are in two phases one of which is the deliberate demolition of buildings in Abakaliki numbering 555 ㅡ this number of which 55 only belong to Ebonyi people. 500 belong to people from other states of the … Read more
Humanoid robots take the stage during the opening ceremony of the 2025 Zhongguancun Forum (ZGC Forum) Annual Conference, held in Beijing, China, on March 27, 2025. (Photo: Xinhua) Severe weather has forced the postponement of Beijing’s much-anticipated Yizhuang Half Marathon, which was supposed to make history by showcasing humanoid robots running alongside human athletes. Authorities … Read more
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Nigerian Governors Forum and China is a significant step toward improving Nigeria’s energy infrastructure at the sub-national level. Photo: NGF The Nigerian Governors Forum has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with China to establish State Energy Planning Implementation units. Speaking on behalf of the chairman of the Governors … Read more
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) have celebrated its 70th anniversary, with a call for stronger press freedom and improved safety for journalists. Speaking at the occasion, Dr. Joseph N. Chukwu, Head of Department of Mass Communication at Alex Ekwueme Federal University, said the union has played a pivotal role in promoting press freedom, professional … Read more
The Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Olatunji Alausa has commended the Management of National Youth Service Corps for its proactive and digitalized efforts in mobilisation process, towards curbing certificate racketeering involving some foreign trained graduates within West Africa. He also hailed the Scheme for resolving the lingering issue of OND part-time graduates with full-time HND … Read more
Spotify has announced a remarkable financial achievement for the Nigerian music industry, revealing that Nigerian artistes generated over N58 billion in royalties in 2024. This marks a significant leap, with the figure doubling from 2023 and growing fivefold from 2022. According to Spotify’s Loud and Clear report, the growth isn’t just in total royalties but also in the … Read more
Africa’s music is not just trending, it’s cashing in! Streaming powerhouse Spotify has revealed it paid a record $59 million in royalties to artists from Nigeria and South Africa in 2024, as global demand for Afrobeats and Amapiano continues to skyrocket. Nigerian stars alone earned over ₦58 billion (about $38 million), more than double the … Read more
Jonah Bonaventure Alidor, Media Aide to the Member representing Ezza South/Ikwo Federal Constituency, Hon. Chinedu ogah has threatened to kill an Ebonyi-born farmer based in Asaba Delta State, Kelvin Kelechi over a Facebook post. The threat message, which was screenshot and shared by the recipient, by an Ebonyi-born farmer, Mazi Kelvin Kelechi, contains threats and … Read more
