Ebou Adams, the talented midfielder for Derby County, has been receiving an outpouring of support and care from his team-mates and fans during the holy month of Ramadan. As a devout Muslim, Adams has openly embraced fasting while continuing to excel on the football field, leading to an enhanced sense of community and understanding within
How does a South African end up becoming a Winter Olympic athlete? Well, let me tell you the extraordinary story of Matt Smith, also known as the ‘Snowbok’. Growing up with dreams of donning the green jersey of the Springboks rugby team, Smith took an unexpected turn in his sporting career by venturing into cross-country
Nigeria’s entertainment industry is a vibrant tapestry, woven with not just familiar faces but also some extraordinary bonds that are often hidden from the limelight – the bond of being a twin. Beyond the glitz and glam, there lies a world where celebrities share their stardom with their identical siblings or have twins who prefer
Kolawole Ologede, the dedicated lawmaker representing Akure North Constituency in the Ondo State House of Assembly, was brimming with appreciation towards Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. The reason behind this outpouring of gratitude was the release of funds by the governor for the implementation of various constituency projects. This act of generosity and support from Governor Aiyedatiwa
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from the Kogi Central District had her plans thwarted by the police in Okene. The Kogi Police Commissioner, Miller Dantawaye, took a stand against the rally organized by the senator. The decision was made public through a statement issued on behalf of the commissioner by Williams Ovye-Aya, the command’s spokesperson based in
The role of a country’s chief electoral umpire is often likened to a poisoned chalice, where few emerge unscathed. Just ask Professor Jega, the man behind the 2015 elections who was fortunate that Jonathan conceded defeat. But imagine navigating this challenging role not just with the political class but also with a politicized military. Let
Cadbury Nigeria recently disclosed a N22.2 billion loss for the 2024 financial year, marking a slight decrease of one percent from the previous year’s loss of N22.4 billion. The announcement was made through the Nigerian Exchange Ltd., shedding light on the company’s fiscal performance. Despite this setback, there are intriguing aspects to unravel in Cadbury
In the vibrant township of Soweto, nestled in Gauteng, South Africa, where life hums with energy and community spirit, a temporary hush is set to descend. Eskom, the power utility company responsible for keeping the lights on in this bustling area, has announced a significant disruption. On Tuesday, 21 January, residents in select parts of
The sun beats down relentlessly on the vast plains of Somalia, its golden rays holding the promise of a brighter, cleaner future for this East African nation. In a bold move towards sustainability and energy independence, the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources has taken a significant step by issuing a tender for a groundbreaking
In a world where clean and sustainable energy sources are becoming increasingly crucial, nuclear energy is gearing up for a record-breaking year in 2025. The International Energy Agency (IEA) has released a report that sheds light on the significant strides the nuclear energy sector is making, poised to play a pivotal role in meeting the
