Afrobeats Meets Latin Pop: Burna Boy and Shakira Thrill Fans at FIFA 2026 Opener
MEXICO CITY — Global music stars Shakira and Burna Boy electrified the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday night, delivering...
Mexico Fans Chant Solidarity With Nigerians After Win
GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — Mexico’s 2-0 victory over South Africa in the World Cup on Thursday carried an unexpected cultural moment, as Mexican fans...
Davido Spotlights Oyo Abduction With ‘Bring Them Home’ Jacket at FIFA Concert
LOS ANGELES — Nigerian superstar Davido used the global stage of the FIFA World Cup Countdown Concert to spotlight a tragedy back home, performing...
Super Eagles Hold 26th in Latest FIFA Rankings
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have held firm at 26th in the latest FIFA men’s world rankings released Thursday, maintaining their position as Africa’s...
Federal Government Unveils 2026–2030 HIV Response Framework
The Federal Government’s unveiling of the new National HIV and AIDS Strategic Plan (NSP) 2026 2030 marks a turning point in Nigeria’s fight against...
Louisiana Deputy Fired, Arrested After Alleged Stabbing of Boyfriend
Faith Placide, the former East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s deputy, is a 27 year old officer who joined the Sheriff’s Office in February 2024....
World Cup 2026 Kicks Off in Mexico City as Hosts Face South Africa
The World Cup kicks off Thursday in Mexico City with co hosts Mexico facing South Africa at the legendary Estadio Azteca, setting the stage...
Nollywood Stars, Gospel Singers, and Lifestyle Icons Honor Alexx Ekubo at Emotional Service of...
LAGOS, Nigeria — The Nigerian entertainment industry turned out in force Wednesday to honor late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo at a service of...
Somali Referee Omar Artan Returns to Hero’s Welcome After World Cup Ban
Somali referee Omar Artan’s return to Mogadishu after being denied entry to the United States for the World Cup has become a moment of...
Messi Marks Comeback With Goal as Argentina Beat Iceland 3-0
Lionel Messi’s return to action offered Argentina a timely boost as they wrapped up their World Cup preparations with a 3-0 win over Iceland...
