Written by The Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, has Tuesday signed into law two key bills that significantly alter the traditional governance structure of the state. The newly signed laws are the 2025 Bauchi State Chieftaincy (Appointment and Deposition) Law and the Zaar Chiefdom Law, 2025, paving the way for the creation of 13 additional … Continue reading “Gov Mohammed Creates 13 Additional Emirates, One Chiefdom”
The Zamfara State Government has successfully conducted ten phases of its free modified medical outreach program, providing treatment to 3,447 individuals. The Special Modified Medical Outreach Program started in July last year, offering free medical services for cataract surgeries, groin swellings like hernias and hydroceles, vesicovaginal fistula repairs, and health education. A statement by … Continue reading “3,447 Beneficiaries As Zamfara Govt Wraps Up 10th Phase Of Medical Outreach”
The “Real Housewives of Potomac” star Wendy Osefo and her husband, Eddie, have finally spoken since the reveal of their fraud charges. The Osefos shocked the reality television community when news of their indictment for insurance fraud made headlines. The couple, whose marriage and lifestyle are on full display within the Housewives franchise, remained silent … Continue reading “‘Real Housewives Of Potomac’ Star Wendy Osefo, Husband Break Silence On Fraud Charges”
You can now refer to comedian Katt Williams as Dr. Williams, as he has just received a Doctorate in Humane Letters from Miles College. According to HBCU Gameday, the Ohio native accepted his honorary doctorate in an Alabama ceremony on Oct. 18 at the school. Katt Williams just earned an honorary doctorate from Miles College and announced a partnership that … Continue reading “Katt Williams Receives Honorary Doctorate From Miles College”
Florida recording artist Rod Wave recently revealed that he has made more money relying on his business acumen, making $14 million by taking over control of his own merchandising. The Ghetto Gospel rapper explained his strategy on The Joe Budden Podcast. “You can go buy your own clothes, and pay these folks to print it up, pay these folks to … Continue reading “Rod Wave Made $14M By Taking Over His Merchandising: ‘If You Can Make it in the Street, You Can Make it Anywhere’”
Pearl Cleage, an acclaimed writer known for her emphasis on Black feminist ideology, now reigns as a 2025 recipient of the Legacy Playwrights Award. Cleage currently works as a distinguished artist in residence at the Alliance Theater in Atlanta. The playwright and essayist has written multiple works in prose and for the stage, becoming the … Continue reading “Black Feminist Writer Pearl Cleage Honored With 2025 Legacy Playwrights Award”
BBC reporters are not allowed to wear “Black Lives Matter” t-shirts in the newsroom, with the gesture deemed too political and “not appropriate.” BBC Director-General Tim Davie made the announcement on Oct. 19 at the Sunday Times Culture Interview Forum during the Cheltenham Literature Festival, citing that while the organization opposes racism, it is “not … Continue reading “BBC Reporters Banned From Wearing ‘Black Lives Matter’ T-Shirts In Newsroom”
The Supreme Court is weighing whether regular marijuana users can legally own firearms, a decision that could put millions of Americans at risk of breaking the law. On Oct. 20, the Supreme Court announced it will consider whether individuals who regularly use marijuana can legally possess firearms, the AP reported. The case was prompted by … Continue reading “Supreme Court To Review Whether Regular Marijuana Smokers Can Own Guns”
Debbie Allen wants you to remember her name and likeness with a new Barbie doll. The Fame actress has received the honor as part of the Barbie Signature Tribute Collection. The doll resembles her character, Lydia Grant, who captured hearts with her dance skills on the 80s teen drama. Allen reflected on her journey and … Continue reading “Remember Her Name! Debbie Allen Gets Own Barbie Doll Honoring Her ‘Fame’ Legacy”
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) is calling on the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency to release a 13-year-old boy, who is an American citizen, calling his detainment “alarming,” Boston.com reports. The young boy in question is a Everett, Massachusetts, resident who was arrested Oct. 9 at a bus stop following a “credible tip” that … Continue reading “Ayanna Pressley Calls For Release Of 13-Year-Old U.S. Citizen Detained By ICE, Sent To Adult Prison”