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EURO 2024 round of 16 fixtures confirmed

The last 16 fixtures of the 2024 Euro tournament has been decided.

The last 16 fixtures of the 2024 Euro tournament has been decided. Germany plays Denmark on Saturday June 29, same day as Switzerland take on Italy  Spain plays Georgia on Sunday June 30, as well as England facing Slovakia. Portugal plays Slovenia on Monday July 1, when France also play Belgium. Romania tackle Netherlands on […]

Kenyan President to withdraw controversial finance bill after deadly protests

Kenya’s President, William Ruto, says he will withdraw a finance bill containing controversial tax hikes, after deadly protests which saw parliament set ablaze on Tuesday.

Kenya’s President, William Ruto, says he will withdraw a finance bill containing controversial tax hikes, after deadly protests which saw parliament set ablaze on Tuesday. In an address to the nation yesterday, Ruto said it was clear that Kenyans “want nothing” to do with the bill, adding that he will not sign the bill into law. […]

Anthony Joshua to face Daniel Dubois for IBF heavyweight title on September 21

Anthony Joshua will face fellow Briton, Daniel Dubois, for the IBF heavyweight title at Wembley Stadium on September 21.

Anthony Joshua will face fellow Briton, Daniel Dubois, for the IBF heavyweight title at Wembley Stadium on September 21. Undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk vacated the belt yesterday and interim champion, Dubois, was elevated to champion status as a result. While Joshua is on a four-fight winning streak and has three stoppages in his past three bouts, […]

Drake Becomes Artist with Most Songs Over 1 Billion Spotify Streams

Canadian superstar Drake has set a new record, becoming the artist with the most songs surpassing 1 billion streams on Spotify. 

Canadian superstar Drake has set a new record, becoming the artist with the most songs surpassing 1 billion streams on Spotify.  Known globally for his chart-topping hits and multiple awards, Drake continues to solidify his position as one of the most successful artists of the digital era. Previously, Drake tied with Justin Bieber for having […]

Cubana Chief Priest Ordered to Forfeit ₦10 Million in Settlement with EFCC

The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered popular celebrity bartender and businessman, Pascal Okechukwu, also known as Cubana Chief Priest, to forfeit the sum of ₦10 million to the Federal Government. 

The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered popular celebrity bartender and businessman, Pascal Okechukwu, also known as Cubana Chief Priest, to forfeit the sum of ₦10 million to the Federal Government.  This decision comes as a part of a settlement agreement concerning allegations of Naira abuse. The terms of the settlement were adopted by […]

Young John Announces North American ‘Jiggy Forever’ Tour

Afro-pop star, Young Jonn, is set to kick-off his headline North American Jiggy Forever Tour, on September 6 in Montreal.

Afro-pop star, Young Jonn, is set to kick-off his headline North American Jiggy Forever Tour, on September 6 in Montreal. The tour is off the back of the release of his debut LP ‘Jiggy Forever’, and he is pumped to thrill fans with a collection of his hit singles. Kicking off on September 6, the 10-date tour will see Young […]

NFF denies talks with Herve Renardover Super Eagles coaching job

Nigeria Football Federation has denied it held talks with French tactician, Herve Renard, for the vacant Super Eagles coaching job.

Nigeria Football Federation has denied it held talks with French tactician, Herve Renard, for the vacant Super Eagles coaching job. The dismissal comes after reports emerged that the Federation was in contact with Renard to lead the Super Eagles. The NFF are in the hunt for a new head coach for the Super Eagles following […]

Senegal identifies Covid-19 from Hajj returnees

Senegal's health authorities have detected Covid-19 in dozens of pilgrims returning from the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca. 

Senegal’s health authorities have detected Covid-19 in dozens of pilgrims returning from the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca.  From tests conducted at Dakar’s Blaise Diagne International Airport, 78 cases of Covid-19 were recorded among the returning pilgrims. The health ministry indicated that these results were not unexpected, as returning pilgrims had been advised to wear masks […]

Tamayo Perry dies after being attacked by shark while surfing in Hawaii

Pirates of the Caribbean actor, Tamayo Perry, has died after being attacked by a shark while surfing in Hawaii.

Pirates of the Caribbean actor, Tamayo Perry, has died after being attacked by a shark while surfing in Hawaii. The 49-year-old died on Sunday afternoon after emergency services were called to the Beach. Perry, who was also a lifeguard, was pronounced dead by paramedics after being brought to shore by jet ski. For more news […]

Injured Murray ‘not made decision’ on Wimbledon farewell

Andy Murray has not made a decision on whether he will be fit enough to make a planned Wimbledon farewell next week.

Andy Murray has not made a decision on whether he will be fit enough to make a planned Wimbledon farewell next week. The 37-year-old Briton had a procedure on a back issue at the weekend. Murray is set to retire later this year and hopes for a final appearance at Wimbledon, where he won two […]