United States Presidential Debate Set for Tuesday
The United States presidential race remains a dead heat, with polls showingKamala Harris and Donald Trump virtually tied just days before their highlyanticipated televised debate. This debate, set for Tuesday, will be the first—and possibly the only—showdownbetween the two candidates. According to a New York Times/Siena poll released yesterday, Trump leads Harrisnationally by a razor-thin […]
NAFEST 2024 Set Feature Top Comedians, Musicians, Culture and More
According to Mr. Obi Asika, the Director-General of the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC), the National Festival of Arts and Culture (NAFEST) is Nigeria’s version of the Olympics of culture. Starting on November 22, 2024, and lasting for eight days, the event would be held in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). In a […]
Presidency Denies Ownership of Yatch Flying Nigerian Flag
The Presidency has denied ownership of a yacht spotted flying the Nigerianflag in St. Tropez, a coastal town in France. In a viral video on social media, the yacht can be seen displaying the Nigerianflag as it sailed through the French town, triggering conspiracy theories onlinewith some people linking the yacht’s ownership to President Bola […]
Tinubu’s Spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale Resigns From Office
President Bola Tinubu has received the memo from Ajuri Ngelale, his spokesman and Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action, informing him of his resignation for personal and health reasons. A statement on Saturday by the presidency said the President accepted Ngelale’s reasons for the resignation, fully understood them and sympathised with the circumstances that led […]
Gbenga Adeyinka: Obi and Sowore should be running for National Assembly seats instead of running for president.
Young presidential candidates in the 2023 election have been advised to run for Senate and House of Representatives seats by Nigerian comedian and entertainment specialist Gbenga Adeyinka. Adeyinka urged for youthful candidates, including Kingsley Moghalu, Omoyele Sowore of the African Action Congress, and Peter Obi of the Labour Party, to represent the National Assembly and […]
Grammy-winning musician Sérgio Mendes dies at 83.
The Brazilian musician Sérgio Mendes, who brought bossa nova to an international audience in the 1960s with his band Brasil ’66, has died aged 83 as a result of health challenges related to long-term Covid. In a statement, Mendes’s family said he “passed away peacefully” in his home town of Los Angeles. “His wife and […]
Omniverse Africa Partners UEL Esports Inc., Unanimous Games, USA, and Game Evolution ESports for Omniverse 2025: Nigerian Gamers to Compete for $1 Million Prize
Omniverse Africa is excited to reveal that UEL Esports Inc., Unanimous Games and Game Evolution Esports will be premier partners for the Gaming Center at Omniverse 2025. This significant partnership will play a crucial role in delivering an exceptional gaming experience, highlighting Omniverse Africa’s dedication to innovation and excellence within the digital and creative ecosystems. […]
Ronaldo Reaches Historic Landmark, Hits 900 Career Goals
On Thursday September 5th, 2024, Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 900th goal in his storied career, marking a momentous occasion. Portugal went ahead 2-0 against Croatia in their Nations League match thanks to a goal from the 39-year-old. The forward broke down in tears beside the corner flag, expressing his joy with great emotion. In addition […]
Family of Late Taiwo Akinkunmi Forced to Proceed with Burial
The family of the designer of the Nigerian national flag, Taiwo Akinkunmi, has beenforced to proceed with his burial after a year-long wait for a promised state funeralthat never materialised. Akinkunmi, who died on September 4, 2023, at 87, was supposed to be honouredwith a state funeral by the Federal Government. However, his son, Akinwumi […]
Tinubu Calls for Sustenance of Cooperation Drive at FOCAC
President Bola Tinubu has called for the sustenance of the cooperation drive andemphasized the need for peaceful dialogue, transparent business practices, anddiplomatic Conflict resolution in deepening the bond between Africa and China. Speaking yesterday at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summit of the Forum onChina-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) at the Great Hall of the People […]
