Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has died in a car accident in Spain at the age of 28. Jota’s 26-year-old brother, Andre Silva, was also killed in the accident. He was a footballer with Liga Portugal 2 side Penafiel.
A French man convicted for his role in the 2016 armed robbery of reality star Kim Kardashian in Paris has died, a source close to the case confirmed on Thursday. Didier Dubreucq, 69, who was among eight individuals convicted earlier this year for the high-profile heist, had been battling lung cancer.
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has strongly frowned at the conduct of armed officers seen in a viral video trailing Nollywood actress Angela Okorie. In the clip, which trended online days back, Angela was captured on a movie set juggling with armed officers behind her.
Umuahia, the Abia State capital, is set to witness a star-studded event to mark the official launch of two new radio stations— Don FM 103.7 and Ikoro FM 93.3. Scheduled for Friday, June 27, 2025, the ceremony promises not just entertainment, but a bold statement of identity, legacy, and vision, led by media entrepreneur and philanthropist, Lucky Igbokwe, popularly known as Don Lulu.
After weeks of painstaking testimony in the high-profile trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs, legal teams will enter a pivotal moment of the proceedings Thursday as they deliver closing arguments. Both sides have said their climactic summations will last several hours each, as the fate of the once-powerful music mogul hangs in the balance.
American R&B singer Chris Brown on Friday pleaded not guilty in a UK court to a charge stemming from an alleged London nightclub brawl in 2023. Brown, 36, wearing a dark suit and tie as well as glasses, stood in the dock in London as the charge was put to him, replying: “Not guilty, ma’am.”
Afrobeats star David Adeleke, known as Davido, has pulled out of his highly anticipated concert at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, originally scheduled for July 3, citing unresolved issues with the event’s planning and execution.
American singer R. Kelly was recently rushed to the hospital from prison after what his lawyer described as a near-deadly overdose. His legal team has now filed an emergency request asking the court to release him temporarily from custody, saying his life is in danger.
Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti has been posthumously inducted into the 2025 Grammy Hall of Fame for his politically charged 1976 album, Zombie. With the recognition coming nearly 30 years after his death, he becomes the first Nigerian artiste to achieve the feat.
Afrobeats star, Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, has clinched the 2025 BET Award for Best International Act.
The Ojude Oba Festival is one of Nigeria’s culturally significant indigenous celebrations, deeply rooted in the traditions of the Ijebu people. It is held annually in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, and takes place at the Awujale Pavilion, now under the leadership of the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona.
The eldest son of the late veteran highlife musician, Emmanuel Ejeagha, has disclosed that the family buried highlife legend, Mike Ejeagha within 24 hours after his demise to keep his wish. Emmanuel disclosed this in a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Sunday in Enugu.
Popular Nigerian musician, Darey Art Alade, and his wife, Deola, have thanked God and well-wishers after narrowly escaping a car fire on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos State.
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The Nigerian internet space is buzzing with mixed reactions following an unexpected prophecy from South African clergyman Pastor John Anosike about Afrobeats superstar Davido. In a viral video from his Cape Town church, New World Faith Ministries, Pastor Anosike made a startling declaration during a recent service. According to the pastor, God has specifically anointed the “Unavailable” hitmaker to transform Nigeria’s struggling economy and eventually lead the nation as president.
9 years without our Big Boss. Stephen Keshi’s immortal legacy: The ONLY Nigerian to win AFCON as player and coach. Eagles’ tribute will give you chills… The Super Eagles of Nigeria have paid tribute to legendary captain and coach Stephen Keshi on the ninth anniversary of his passing, honouring his enduring legacy in Nigerian football.
Ruben Neves scored the decisive spot kick after Alvaro Morata missed as Portugal beat Spain 5-3 on penalties following a 2-2 draw in Munich on Sunday to claim their second Nations League title. Portugal twice went behind in regulation time but twice fought back to level the scores.
