An 18-year-old British man, Marcus Fakana, has been sentenced to a year in a Dubai prison following a consensual sexual relationship with a 17-year-old British girl while both were on vacation with their families. The case has brought renewed scrutiny to the strict laws governing personal relationships in the UAE and the potential pitfalls for...
The tragic case of Sara Sharif, a 10-year-old girl subjected to unimaginable abuse and ultimately murdered by her father, stepmother, and uncle, has left the nation in shock and sorrow. After enduring over two years of relentless cruelty, Sara’s body was discovered in her home in Woking, Surrey, last year, bearing dozens of injuries, including...
Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has formally contested his extradition to New York during a tense court appearance in Pennsylvania. Mangione, an Ivy League graduate, was arrested on Monday at a McDonald’s in Altoona, Pennsylvania, after a customer recognized him and notified staff. As Mangione entered the courtroom, he was...
A call to ban first-cousin marriages in the UK has sparked debate in Parliament, with Conservative MP Richard Holden introducing the proposal to protect public health. Citing evidence that children born to first cousins are at higher risk of birth defects, Holden argued for legislative action during a speech under the 10-minute rule process. “This is...
TikTok, the immensely popular short-form video app with over 170 million users in the U.S., is facing a potential nationwide ban. The platform, owned by Chinese company ByteDance, is under intense scrutiny amid fears that it could pose a national security risk. Recent legal developments have intensified the pressure on TikTok, leaving its future in...
In a shocking development, hip-hop icon Jay-Z has been named in a lawsuit accusing him and fellow music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl in 2000. Filed by an unnamed plaintiff, the suit alleges the assault occurred at an after-party following the MTV Video Music Awards in New York.
In a recent interview, Africa’s richest...
Nigerian superstar Banky W has embarked...
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In a significant shift in the hierarchy of the world's wealthiest individuals, Mark Zuckerberg, the co-founder and CEO of Meta (formerly Facebook), has officially surpassed Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, to become the second richest person on the planet. With a staggering net worth of $211 billion, Zuckerberg now trails only Elon Musk, who...
The ongoing controversy surrounding popular Nigerian influencer Bobrisky and rumors about his alleged imprisonment has taken a new turn. Social media personality and activist, VeryDarkMan, has released fresh and highly detailed evidence aimed at debunking claims that Bobrisky ever went to prison. The new information has sparked widespread attention online, as fans and critics alike...
The thrilling journey of Big Brother Naija Season 9, dubbed the ‘No Loose Guard’ edition, has come to a spectacular close, with Kellyrae crowned the winner. After months of intense competition, drama, and strategic gameplay, Kellyrae emerged victorious, winning the hearts of millions and securing the grand prize. Kellyrae’s Path to VictoryFrom the beginning, Kellyrae stood...
María Fernández has officially been sworn in as Mexico's first female president, marking a historic moment in the nation's political history. Fernández, widely recognized for her dedication to public service, brings with her a vision of change focused on inclusivity, gender equality, and economic reform. A Vision for ProgressFernández’s presidency is built on a platform of...
The Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) has once again proven to be the pinnacle of African cinematic excellence, and the recently announced nominations for the 2024 edition are a testament to that. In a year filled with incredible storytelling, captivating performances, and ground-breaking production, Nollywood star Femi Adebayo has emerged as one of the biggest...
The recent developments surrounding Sean "Diddy" Combs have intensified, as the FBI has reportedly expanded its investigation by heading to the UK in search of further evidence. This marks a significant escalation in the case, as U.S. federal authorities are broadening their scope beyond American soil. The investigation stems from allegations linked to Diddy's past,...
The literary world is abuzz with excitement and controversy as the iconic novel, Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe, is set to be adapted into a TV series. Fans of African literature are thrilled, but the announcement that British actor Idris Elba will portray the lead character, Okonkwo, has sparked a heated debate among Nigerians. A...
