Author: Press Room

Afrobeats isn’t just crossing borders. It’s taking up space, and Nigerians are on a winning spree. The 56th National Association for the Advancement of Coloured People (NAACP) Image Awards made that clear once again. The award is an annual ceremony presented by the U.S.-based NAACP to honour outstanding performances in film, television, theatre, music, and literature. Wizkid won Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration (Contemporary) for “Piece of My Heart” with Brent Faiyaz. The song is from his latest album, “Morayo,” his sixth studio project. Named after the Yoruba phrase for “I See Joy,” the album holds deep meaning for him…

Jamie Carragher has admitted he was wrong to dismiss the Africa Cup of Nations as not a ‘major tournament’ – but stands by his reasoning behind a ‘clumsy’ comment. The Liverpool legend believes there may be a ‘bias’ against AFCON in Ballon d’Or voting which holds back stars such as Mohamed Salah. Carragher faced widespread criticism, as well as support, when he made the claim on AFCON’s status, and insists he meant no offence to anybody. ‘I have got very strong opinions on the game, I love debate, and that will never change,’ he told CBS Sports’ Golazo Show –…

Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Lagos Special Offences Court, Ikeja, yesterday ordered the remand of Jude Okoye, the former manager of the defunct music group P-Square, at the Ikoyi Custodial Centre over the alleged theft of about $1.34 million. Okoye, the elder brother of Peter Okoye (alias Mr P) and Paul Okoye (alias Rude Boy), was arraigned alongside his company, Northside Music Limited, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). He was charged with four counts of stealing but pleaded not guilty to all the charges. Following his plea, the prosecution counsel, Mr Mohammed Bashir, requested a trial…

Lent, one of the most significant periods in the Christian liturgical calendar, begins today, March 5, 2025, with the observance of Ash Wednesday. This 40-day season, excluding Sundays, is dedicated to penance, fasting, prayer, and almsgiving, leading up to the celebration of Easter on April 20. The duration of Lent reflects the 40 days Jesus Christ spent fasting in the desert, a period marked by reflection, sacrifice, and spiritual preparation. On Ash Wednesday, millions of Christians worldwide attend church services to receive ashes on their foreheads in the shape of a cross. The ashes, made from the burnt palms of…

Former England and Liverpool defender, Jamie Carragher, has responded to Okocha, Mikel Obi and other Nigerians who bashed him for his belittling statement about the AFCON tournament, Soccernet.ng reports. The 2005 UEFA Champions League winner revealed his fears about Mo Salah not winning the Ballon d’Or due to Egypt’s absence from a major tournament. Micah Richards and Daniel Sturridge, in response, told Carragher that the AFCON tournament houses Egypt and, therefore, is a major tournament on par with the Euros and Copa America competitions, but the ex-Liverpool man scuffed in disbelief. Jamie Carragher flippantly disregarding AFCON being a major tournament…

• Obasa ‘reconciles’ with Meranda, other lawmakers• Assembly crisis an embarrassment to democracy, says PDPLagos State House of Assembly has resumed plenary, following the reinstatement of Mudashiru Obasa as Speaker. However, the heavily armed security presence that marked recent sessions has been notably reduced, signaling a return to normalcy. But the day was not without its drama as the former Clerk of the Assembly, Olalekan Onafeko, whose return to the House had been a point of contention among the lawmakers, arrived at the premises accompanied by armed security personnel. He was reportedly denied entry with his escort but was…

LeBron James became the first player in NBA history to score 50,000 career points on Tuesday, extending his lead as the league’s all-time record scorer by reaching a milestone tally that may never be surpassed, AFP reports. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar went into the game against the New Orleans Pelicans with 49,999 regular and postseason points after a 17-point performance in Sunday’s win over the Los Angeles Clippers. It did not take long for the 40-year-old NBA icon to get the solitary point needed to reach the 50,000-point barrier. James, who is in dazzling form in the 22nd season…

The reinstatement of Mudashiru Obasa as Speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly holds great significance for South-West politics and native plots within the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 presidential slot. SEYE OLUMIDE and LEO SOBECHI capture the behind-the-scenes moves that won Obasa a reprieve despite implications for the frosty relationship between the legislature and executive arm of government. Barring any last-minute change of schemes, the Speakership tussle in the Lagos State House of Assembly could open a new vista. Veteran Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, may yield the Speakership seat for a new helmsman to emerge today. The…

Idowu Abdullahi Public health and food safety professionals have disclosed that cockroach-infested homes, particularly the kitchen area, act as reservoirs of infections and foodborne diseases. The experts listed salmonellosis and typhoid fever as some of the foodborne illnesses linked to cockroaches. Aside from foodborne diseases, they explained that cockroaches could trigger allergies in individuals with respiratory conditions. The World Health Organisation says unsafe food containing harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites, or chemical substances causes more than 200 diseases, ranging from diarrhoea to cancers. It also states that unsafe food creates a vicious cycle of disease and malnutrition, particularly affecting infants, young…

The visualiser for Lojay‘s “Somebody Like You” is out, and it’s a perfect match for the song’s emotional depth. Set in a serene, almost dreamlike setting, Lojay and his love interest share an intimate dance by the ocean, with a breathtaking sunset in the background. “Somebody Like You” is a reflective and emotional song about longing for love, navigating past heartbreak, and searching for a connection that fills the void. The video adds an extra layer to the song, making the emotions feel even more real and relatable. Watch the music video for “Somebody Like You” below.