The Ovia-Osese Festival of Ogori, a rich cultural celebration held annually in Kogi State, Nigeria, is a tribute to the values of purity, sanctity, and tradition. This vibrant festival marks the rite of passage for young women, symbolizing their transition into womanhood, while upholding the cherished customs of the Ogori people. The girls, known as…
Arsenal’s star winger Bukayo Saka has returned to the club for an injury assessment following concerns raised during his recent international duty with England. The talented 23-year-old has been a key figure for Arsenal this season, but a potential injury setback now puts his participation in the upcoming Premier League match against Bournemouth in doubt….
South Korean novelist Han Kang, renowned for her exploration of humanity’s deepest emotions, has been awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature. The Swedish Academy recognized her for her profound storytelling, with works like The Vegetarian and Human Acts capturing global audiences. Han Kang’s writing delves into the complexities of trauma, human suffering, and the nuances…
Recent headlines have highlighted significant developments across various sectors, from real estate controversies in Nigeria to major banking scandals in Canada and landmark energy agreements. Demolition Controversy in Lagos In Nigeria, Stella Okengwu, a real estate investor, has voiced her outrage over the demolition of WinHomes Global Estate, a $250 million property allegedly ordered by…
Singapore has become one of the world’s “Blue Zones,” a region where people enjoy longer, healthier lives, with life expectancy now reaching 86 years. This success comes from a combination of government policies and community lifestyle choices. The city-state has strict public smoking bans, heavy taxes on cigarettes and alcohol, and encourages healthier diets. Universal…
Allen Onyema, CEO of Air Peace, faces fresh charges in the U.S. for obstruction of justice in connection with a long-standing case involving bank fraud and money laundering. Onyema and his associate, Ejiroghene Eghagha, allegedly falsified documents to hinder the investigation into the transfer of $44.9 million. Air Peace has described the charges as recycled…
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Relief for Trump as Supreme Court Grants Him Partial Immunity By Boniface Ihiasota, USA In a landmark decision on Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that former President Donald Trump and other former presidents have partial immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts, a significant legal victory for the Republican candidate in the upcoming…
Trump Opts Not to Testify as Defense Rests in Hush Money Trial By Boniface Ihiasota, USA In a significant development, former President Donald Trump’s defense team rested its case on Tuesday in his high-profile “hush money” trial, Excel Magazine International reports. This move signals the beginning of the final chapter before jury deliberations, set to…
PHOTOS: Biden Honors 12 Persons for Defending Democracy on Jan 6 By Boniface Ihiasota, USA On Friday, US President Joe Biden held an awards ceremony to honor those who defended the US Capitol during the January 6, 2021, insurrection and those who resisted pressure to overturn the 2020 election results. In his speech, Biden said,…