Written by The 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature has been awarded to Lszl Krasznahorkai, the Hungarian novelist and screenwriter whose compelling and visionary oeuvre… in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art, the Nobel Committee announced in Stockholm on Thursday, October 9. Krasznahorkai, whose dark and philosophically demanding novels have been described by the author … Continue reading “Hungary’s László Krasznahorkai wins Nobel Prize for work confronting ‘Apocalyptic Terror’”
Augustine Eguavoen, the Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has strongly refuted media reports suggesting he is being considered to replace current Super Eagles head coach ric Chelle.Eguavoen expressed his distress over the “baseless rumours,” which also claimed that he and Ladan Bosso were being tipped to lead the Super Eagles at the … Continue reading “I have no interest in Chelles Job as Super Eagles Coach Augustine Eguavoen”
Former Nigerian international, Joseph Yobo has stated he is hoping for a “miracle” that will help the Super Eagles qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, emphasizing that failure to qualify would be a national disaster. To keep their World Cup dream alive, Nigeria currently needs to secure maximum points with strong goal margins from their … Continue reading “Im hoping for a miracle, Super Eagles cant afford to miss 2026 World Cup Joseph Yobo”
A prominent Saudi sports chief, Turki Al-Sheikh, has suggested that Manchester United is nearing a complete sale, claiming the club is at an advanced stage of finalizing a deal with a new investor. Al-Sheikh, who heads the General Entertainment Authority responsible for attracting major sports events to Saudi Arabia, posted a message on X on Wednesday … Continue reading “Manchester United at ‘advanced’ stage to sell club to new investor”
US President, Donald Trump stated on Thursday, October 9 that he expects the hostages held by Hamas in Gaza to be released on Monday October 23, or Tuesday the 24. He also expressed his hope to attend a signing ceremony in Egypt and deliver an address to the Israeli Knesset.Speaking at a White House cabinet … Continue reading “Gaza hostages to be released Monday or Tuesday Trump”
The Kano State Government is set to organise a mass wedding ceremony for no fewer than 2,000 couples. This initiative is part of efforts to promote social welfare, strengthen family values, and curb social vices across the state. It will be recalled that the state government earmarked N2.5 billion in its 2025 fiscal budget to fund the … Continue reading “Kano govt set to organise mass wedding for 2,000 couples”
The National Council of State has approved the nomination of Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, SAN, as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). This was disclosed in a statement by the Special Assistant to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Thursday. He said that President Bola Tinubu presented … Continue reading “Council Of State Approves Amupitan As New INEC Chairman”
Ten days after the death of Somtochukwu Maduagwu, news anchor and producer with Arise Television, the police authorities have announced the arrest of 12 suspects in connection with the robbery incident. Somtochukwu, popularly known as Sommie, died in the early hours of September 29 when armed robbers invaded her residence in the Katampe … Continue reading “Police Arrest 12 Suspects Over Death Of Arise TV Anchor”
Nigeria’s foremost broadcaster, diplomat and elder statesman, Dr. Christopher Kolade, has passed on at the age of 93. He died peacefully on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, according to a statement by his family. Born on December 28, 1932 in Erin-Oke, Osun State, Dr Kolade had a distinguished career as a diplomat, academic, advocate for … Continue reading “VIDEO: Amazing African, Christopher Kolade (1932–2025)”
Justice Maryann Anenih of the Federal Capital Territory High Court has adjourned hearing in the alleged money laundering case instituted against the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, to November 12 after the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) called its sixth witness. At the resumed hearing of the case on Thursday, … Continue reading “Alleged Money Laundering: Court Adjourns Yahaya Bello’s Trial To Nov 12”