Damilola Atobatele

Nigerian DJ Association slam ban on Burna Boy’s songs after altercation with DJ Tunez

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The Nigerian DJ Association (NDJ) has slammed a ban on songs by Burna Boy after his alleged altercation with DJ Tunez at a Lagos event. The incident reportedly happened on Monday at Obi’s House, a weekly Afrobeats gathering. An argument between both men is said to have turned into a physical confrontation before it was […]

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Iran, US agree two-week ceasefire, reopen Strait of Hormuz

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The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, easing fears of a wider conflict and restoring a key global shipping route. The deal was announced late Tuesday by US President Donald Trump, just hours before his deadline for possible military action against Iran. Earlier,

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US seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman after it ignored naval warnings, as Iran condemns the move and warns of retaliation amid rising tensions.

Trump threatens ‘whole civilization will die tonight’ if Iran fails to strike deal before deadline

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Donald Trump has warned that “a whole civilization will die tonight” if Iran fails to reach a deal before his deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. In a post on Truth Social, he said: “A whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again. I don’t want that to happen, but it

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Brazil puts China’s BYD on ‘list of shame’ over slavery-like work conditions

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Brazil has placed China’s BYD on its official “list of shame” of employers accused of using slavery-like labour conditions, following a 2024 scandal involving Chinese workers linked to construction work at the company’s Brazilian project. The list is published by Brazil’s Labor Ministry and is used to name companies found responsible for serious labour violations.

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Nigeria and Ethiopia lead crypto adoption in Sub-Saharan Africa, ranking among the top 15 globally, as Ripple reports $205bn onchain growth and rising digital asset use across the region.

Nigeria, Ethiopia lead crypto adoption in sub-saharan Africa — Ripple

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Nigeria and Ethiopia are leading cryptocurrency adoption in Sub-Saharan Africa, according to a new report by Ripple. Both countries ranked among the top 15 globally in digital asset adoption, highlighting the region’s growing role in the crypto economy. Nigeria placed 6th in the 2025 Global Crypto Adoption Index, while Ethiopia ranked 12th. The report shows

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Davido to perform at Coachella 2026 as the only Nigerian artist, representing the country on the global stage at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in California.

Coachella 2026: Davido set to represent Nigeria on global stage

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Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido is set to represent Nigeria at the 2026 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, becoming the only Nigerian act on this year’s lineup. The festival organisers have released the official set times for the 2026 edition. Davido is scheduled to perform on Saturday, April 11, and Saturday, April 18. The event

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NMA alleges Blessing CEO defrauded Nigerians using a fake cancer report, sparking outrage online and calls for possible legal action as she remains silent on the claims.

NMA alleges Blessing CEO defrauded Nigerians, used fake medical reports

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The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has accused social media personality Blessing CEO of misleading Nigerians by allegedly using a falsified medical report to solicit public sympathy and financial support. In a statement, the association claimed the breast cancer report circulated by Blessing CEO did not belong to her but to another individual identified as Mbara

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BREAKING: Fire guts UBA headquarters in Lagos

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A fire outbreak was reported late Monday night at the United Bank for Africa (UBA) headquarters in Marina, Lagos, with multiple videos circulating online showing flames and smoke around the building. In the clips, bystanders are heard expressing concern as the incident unfolded, with some suggesting the structure was on fire. The exact cause of

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