A Nigerian man Sam Odeg said that the respect and reverence his wife has for him despite not having a car or house yet, is reassuring.  “I don’t own a car yet. No mansions and not even anything that’s glamorous yet. But the way this wife of mine calls me “BIG MAN” all the time eee. It’s just so reassuring. …

Americans Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula dedicated their Australian Open first-round wins to Los Angeles and the firefighters who have been tackling the devastating wildfires. Third seed Gauff, one of the favourites for the title in Melbourne, beat compatriot and 2020 champion Sofia Kenin 6-3 6-3. Gauff wrote “stay strong LA, thank you firefighters” on the camera lens after her …

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 17-year-old boy, Jamiu Adebayo, for allegedly def!ling his neighbour’s eight-year-old daughter in the Aregbe area of Abeokuta.    It was gathered that the suspect reportedly lured the minor into his parents’ sitting room, instructed her to remove her underwear and then def!led her.   Spokesperson of the command, Omolola Odutola, who confirmed …

Google’s EMEA President, Matt Brittin has seen over 50% of the planet gain access to the internet. Here are his takeaways from his time at the top. ADVERTISEMENT A recent Google report found that generative AI could add between €1.2 – €1.4tn to the EU’s GDP within a decade.  As well as the financial gain, Google’s outgoing EMEA President, Matt …

Burrage first thought about quitting the sport in 2020 after a series of injuries, but fought back to enjoy the biggest successes of her career. A maiden Grand Slam win came at Wimbledon in 2023 and led to an unforgettable appearance on Centre Court in the second round, while she also won in the first round of that year’s US …

Apple’s board has called on investors to vote against a proposal to end its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programmes. In comes after a conservative group, the National Center for Public Policy Research (NCPPR), called on the the technology giant to abolish its DEI policies, saying they expose firms to “litigation, reputational and financial risks”. Apple’s directors say the NCPPR’s …

Green Bay should have known it was not their night when they fumbled the opening kick-off allowing Jalen Hurts to throw a touchdown pass to Jahan Dotson just three plays later. And it did not get much better for the Packers as, despite their defence playing well in an armwrestle of a game, untimely penalties, injuries, a missed field goal …

The government is to set out plans to use artificial intelligence (AI) across the UK to boost growth and deliver public services more efficiently. The AI Opportunities Action Plan being announced on Monday will be backed by leading tech firms, which are said to have committed £14bn towards various projects, creating 13,250 jobs. It includes plans for growth zones where …

At last some positive injury news with the rare sight of a fit and healthy Wales hooker. Elliot Dee’s timely return from a lengthy ankle problem will be welcomed by Gatland who is without Dewi Lake, Ryan Elias, Liam Belcher and Efan Daniel. “It was great to see him out there. He’s led with a real competitive edge and has …

Kidnappers have k!lled a prominent Benue farmer and businessman, Terzungwe Shaku, shortly after receiving N5.4m ransom from his family for his release.      Shaku was abducted shortly before the New Year in Akor village, Nzorov Council Ward in Guma Local Government Area of the state and held hostage for over two weeks.     Locals said initially, the kidnappers …