The ninth edition of ART X Lagos, West Africa’s premier international art fair, has once again captivated the art world with its theme, “Promised Lands.” This year’s event, held from October 31 to November 3, 2024, at The Federal Palace in Victoria Island, Lagos, showcased a vibrant array of contemporary African art, culture, and creativity….
In a heated exchange, Elon Musk has taken aim at celebrities Jennifer Lopez and Cardi B for their public support of Vice President Kamala Harris. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO, known for his outspoken political views, labelled the stars as “puppets” for the Harris campaign, sparking a wave of reactions on social media. Musk’s comments…
As the 2024 US presidential election approaches, candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are presenting starkly different visions for the future of America, particularly regarding economic policies. With rising inflation and economic dissatisfaction dominating public discourse, both candidates are vying for voter support by promising significant changes to address these pressing issues. Kamala Harris’s Economic…
In a surprising turn of events, the Federal Government of Nigeria has announced the release of funds aimed at settling outstanding salaries owed to members of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Federal Universities (NASU) and providing benefits to retirees under the Nigerian Union of Pensioners Contributory Pension Scheme. This announcement comes as many universities across…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed deep horror at the Nigerian government’s handling of child protesters following their recent arraignment in a Federal High Court. The children, aged between 14 and 17, were among 76 individuals charged with serious offences, including treason and public disturbance, stemming from the #EndBadGovernance protests that took place in…
Popular Nigerian social media personality Bobrisky, also known as Okuneye Idris Olarenwaju, was removed from a KLM flight bound for Amsterdam late on October 31, 2024. The incident occurred as Bobrisky attempted to leave Nigeria but was intercepted by immigration officers, allegedly at the behest of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The Incident…
Botswana’s President Mokgweetsi Masisi conceded defeat in the general elections held on October 30, 2024, bringing an end to the Botswana Democratic Party‘s (BDP) nearly six-decade rule. This monumental change comes as the opposition coalition, the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC), emerged victorious, securing a significant number of parliamentary seats and signalling a new era…
In an unforeseen interference to the Spanish football calendar, Real Madrid‘s upcoming La Liga match against Valencia, scheduled for this weekend, has been postponed due to catastrophic flooding that has swept through eastern Spain. The decision was made by the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), which cited the severe impact of the floods that have claimed…
In a stark reminder of the escalating trend of fraudulent activities among Nigerian youth, a court in Port Harcourt has sentenced a university undergraduate to prison for his involvement in cyber fraud. This case shows the broader socio-economic issues driving young people towards illegal activities as they grapple with an increasingly challenging economic landscape. The…
In a notable leadership change within the Nigerian music industry, Don Jazzy, the founder and CEO of Mavin Records, has announced the appointment of Tega Oghenejobo as the new President of the renowned record label. The announcement was made on October 30, 2024, during a press conference held at the Mavin headquarters in Lagos, where…
