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Super Eagles and Southampton striker, Paul Onuachu, was on the score sheet in his side’s 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace at the St. Mary’s Stadium this evening, Soccernet.ng reports. The lanky forward was handed a rare start by Ivan Juric against an in-form Crystal Palace side that had won all of their previous five games across all competitions. Onuachu repaid his manager’s faith in him, breaking the deadlock on the 20th minute mark. The Nigerian forward rose highest to head home from a Mateus Fernandes cross. Palace goalkeeper, Dean Henderson could have done better to prevent the goal as the…

A federal judge on Wednesday officially dismissed the criminal charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams, a decision that came weeks after the Donald Trump administration ordered prosecutors to drop the case, BBC reported The dismissal, which is permanent and “with prejudice,” ensures the Department of Justice cannot refile charges based on the same evidence. Adams had faced charges including conspiracy, fraud, bribery, and soliciting illegal campaign contributions, stemming from an indictment last year in which he was accused of accepting over $100,000 in gifts from Turkish nationals in exchange for political favours. However, the case took a turn…

Lara Adejoro Stakeholders on Wednesday called for greater awareness and a stronger stance against the stigmatisation of Autism Spectrum Disorder. They made this known in Abuja at the 2025 ‘Shine your Light autism spectrum conference, themed, “Navigating autism with understanding in Africa,” organised by Ike Foundation for Autism in commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day. World Autism Awareness Day is recognised annually on April 2nd to promote acceptance, inclusion, and recognising the contributions autistic people make to their communities and the world at large. Speaking at the conference, the Executive Director of the Ike Foundation for Autism, Dafe Smith, called…

Photo Credit: Tay Iwar/Instagram Afro-fusion and R&B songer-songwriter, Tay Iwar, takes listeners on a journey through motion, memory, and healing with his latest EP, ‘Reflection Station.’ With a mix of R&B, Afro-fusion, and soulful soundscapes, he creates a world that feels both deeply personal and universal. He describes ‘Reflection Station’ as “a checkpoint for motion, memory, and mercy,” drawing inspiration from the legendary Nigerian duo Zule Zoo to turn resistance into rhythm. “This is what healing sounds like when it doesn’t ask for permission,” he shares. “Each track acts as a mirror, designed to make listeners feel, remember, and move…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set for a busy international window in May and June, with matches lined up against Ghana, Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, and Russia, Soccernet.ng reports. Ghana recently announced the return of a four-team tournament scheduled to take place in London in May 2025, which would feature Nigeria, Ghana, Jamaica, and Trinidad & Tobago. The tournament, known as the “Unity Cup”, will see these four nations battle for supremacy in a series of competitive matches. The Ghana national team has announced a four-team tournament called the “Unity Cup,” set to take place in London in May…

Amazon has made a last-minute bid to acquire TikTok, the Chinese-owned short-video platform, just days before an April 5 deadline to sell its US operations, The New York Times reported on Wednesday. The US tech and e-commerce giant’s move adds to the growing uncertainty surrounding TikTok’s future as regulatory pressure mounts. ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok was ordered to divest TikTok’s US business under the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, which requires the company to sell its US operations to a non-Chinese entity by January 19, 2025, or face a ban. The company briefly ceased operations…

The Yovoyan community in Badagry, Lagos, was thrown into mourning on Tuesday morning when an ex-police officer, allegedly shot and killed two family members and one other person over a land dispute. A Correspondent of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) learnt that Mr Richard Atideka, Mrs Latevi Atideka, both from Yovoyan community, and Mr Muji Onilude from the neighboring Gberefu community, were killed by the ex-police officer and his accomplice. A survivour of the attack, Mr David Atideka, recounted the harrowing experience, stating that the incident occurred between 2:00 a.m. and 2:30 a.m. in the Atideka compound. “I…

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman may not get a transfer to Arsenal as the Premier League club have opened talks with Nico Williams’ camp ahead of a potential transfer in the summer, Soccernet.ng reports. Lookman has been brilliant for Atalanta since he joined the club three seasons ago. The Super Eagles forward has registered 50 goals and 22 assists in 111 appearances for La Dea. Recall that earlier this season, it was revealed that the 27-year-old would leave Atalanta at the end of the season. Hence, there have been a lot of speculations about his next destination. Ademola Lookman for…

The Federal Government and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation have signed a $174.59m Programme for Country Partnership agreement to boost Nigeria’s industrial development. According to a press statement by Mrs Julie Osagie-Jacobs, Director of Information and Public Relations at the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, on Wednesday, the agreement, which will run for four years from 2024 to 2028, seeks to enhance the country’s industrial capacity, drive technological innovation and promote sustainable industrial practices. The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Bagudu, who signed on behalf of the Federal Government, described the partnership as a significant milestone…

Janet Ogundepo To reduce the risk of exposing their unborn babies to brain and spinal cord injuries, registered dietician-nutritionists have warned pregnant women to refrain from consuming fruits ripened with carbide. The food experts noted that while the consumers of such fruits could suffer from headaches, dizziness and stomach discomfort, pregnant women and their growing babies were at a greater risk of the side effects. The experts explained that when the carbide was applied, it released a gas called acetylene, noting that such gas could reduce oxygen supply to the brain, leading to a condition called hypoxia, a condition where…