Year: 2024
FOREIGN: Crypto Tycoon Sam Bankman-Fried Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison for Massive Fraud Scheme
WRITTEN BY: CHIOMA MADONNA NDUKWU Crypto entrepreneur Sam Bankman-Fried has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for a massive fraud scheme involving...
NIGERIA: Court rejects Debe’s claim, upholds Ojukwu’s will, granting Bianca rightful inheritance
WRITTEN BY: CHIOMA MADONNA NDUKWU The Enugu State High Court dismissed a lawsuit brought by Debe Odumegwu Ojukwu, claiming to be the first...
“Players Shouldn’t Be Paid for National Team Duties.’—Kylian Mbappe
WRITTEN BY: CHIOMA MADONNA NDUKWU Paris Saint Germain forward Kylian Mbappe, one of Europe's highest-paid players, argues against national team players being paid...
INTERNATIONAL: Russia’s Putin holds talks with Mali’s Junta leader Amidst Shifting alliances in West Africa
By Ollus Ndomu Russian President Vladimir Putin engaged in a phone conversation with Mali's junta leader, Assimi Goita, focusing on security and economic...
FOREIGN: US Government Charges KuCoin and Founders with Criminal Offenses
WRITTEN BY: CHIOMA MADONNA NDUKWU The US government has filed criminal charges against KuCoin, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, and its two founders, Chun...
FOREIGN: Messi Opens Up on When He Will Retire from Football
WRITTEN BY: CHIOMA MADONNA NDUKWU Lionel Messi, the legendary Argentine footballer, recently provided insights into his retirement plans during an interview on the...
NIGERIA: Nollywood Actor Femi Adebayo Summoned by Police Over ‘Best-Dressed Female’ Award
WRITTEN BY: CHIOMA MADONNA NDUKWU Nollywood actor Femi Adebayo has been summoned by the police and Muslim community for promoting LGBTQ+ issues in...
NIGERIA: Protestors Cause Flight Disruptions at Port Harcourt International Airport Due to 10-Year Pollution and Blackout Grievances
WRITTEN BY: CHIOMA MADONNA NDUKWU Passengers faced delays and disruptions at Port Harcourt International Airport due to protests by Omagwa and Ipo communities...
UGANDA: Govt mandates civil servants to prioritize physical exercise
By Ollus Ndomu In a proactive move to combat rising obesity rates and promote overall well-being, the Ugandan government has issued a directive...
NIGERIA: Prayers Won’t Solve Nigeria’s Issues, Urges Presidency
WRITTEN BY: CHIOMA MADONNA NDUKWU The Nigerian Presidency, represented by Special Assistant Aliyu Audu, reiterated the need for practical actions over prayers alone...
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