The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced notable reductions in new HIV infections and AIDS-related deaths across Africa, marking a significant milestone in the continent’s fight against the epidemic.    The WHO Regional Director for Africa, Dr Matshidiso Rebecca Moeti, shared this in her statement on Friday, November 29, to commemorate World AIDS Day under the theme, “Take the Rights …

Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State has voiced strong criticism of the tax reform bills currently under consideration, stating that their implementation would hinder the progress of the northern region and adversely affect other parts of the country.   The bills, introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in September, have sparked significant opposition, particularly in the north. Stakeholders, including …

Leicester City have appointed former PSV Eindhoven boss Ruud van Nistelrooy as their new manager. The Dutchman replaces Steve Cooper, who was sacked last weekend after just 12 Premier League matches in charge of the Foxes. He has signed a contract until June 2027 at the King Power Stadium. Van Nistelrooy’s appointment comes two weeks after he left his role …

Angry residents have beaten a man to a bloody pulp in Adavi-Eba, Kogi State, after accusing him of stealing.     The incident happened in the early hours of Friday, November 29, 2024.     According to reports, the suspect allegedly specialises in stealing phones and other valuables through the windows of houses. It was alleged that he tried to …

Angry youths on Friday, Nov. 29, burned down suspected cult members in Jenta Adamu community, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.   The spokesman of the state police command, DSP Alabo Alfred, who confirmed the incident to newsmen, said it happened around 9:20am but did not state how many the victims were.   Mr Alfred said the police received a …

A young bride was found de@d just days after her wedding while on her dream honeymoon to Miami.     Aleksandra Leczycka, 26, tragically died of a suspected drug overdose or severe allergic reaction to them after travelling from Poland to celebrate with her husband, officials say.     According to Mail Online, Leczycka and her husband David Leczycki, from Siedlce, had gotten …

Liverpool fans give their take on whether their side are favourites to win the Premier League going into Sunday’s game against Manchester City.

Humble Muiz, born Lawal Muiz, is a fresh voice in Afrobeat with roots in Oyo State, Nigeria. Raised in Ajegunle, Lagos, he developed a deep connection to music early on. In a neighborhood with limited recreational options, music became his refuge and constant companion, providing a way to cope with both good and challenging times. From listening to countless songs …

  A 16-year-old girl has been charged with mu&dering a homeless man after he was attacked at Kings Cross Station.  Anthony Marks, 51, d!ed after being assaulted on Cromer Street on Saturday, August 10.  The teenager, from Brixton South London, will appear at Croydon Magistrates’ Court later today charged with the murder.  Marks, who was homeless, was believed to have sheltered in a bin shed during the attack.   A 17-year-old …

A female member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) serving in Kwara State, was allegedly assaulted by some teachers in Government Day Junior Secondary School, Kulende area of Ilorin for not greeting them properly.   According to the Nigerian Tribune, the incident happened on Thursday, November 28, 2024, when the corps member, names withheld, visited the school to collect …