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Many stars went to the chapel and said “I do” in 2025. Some of the biggest weddings of 2025 so far has been Demi Lovato and Jordan Lutes’s nuptials on May 25 at an estate in Santa Barbara. Another contender for wedding of the year goes to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and journalist Lauren Sanchez who tied the knot in Venice, Italy, on June 27. Thank You! You have successfully subscribed. Selena Gomez, meanwhile, wed music producer Benny Blanco in September. The following month, Rainey Qualley married longtime partner Anthony Wilson on Halloween, while Michael J. Fox‘s son, Sam Fox, announced…

Tunisia sit top of Group C after Matchday One of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025, edging ahead of Nigeria on goal difference following an assured 3–1 win over Uganda on Tuesday. Both teams opened their campaigns with victories, but while Nigeria were made to dig deep against Tanzania, Tunisia delivered one of the most controlled performances of the tournament’s opening days, underlining their early title credentials. At the Annex Olympic Stadium of the Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex in Rabat, the Carthage Eagles took charge early against Uganda. Their dominance was rewarded in the 10th…

Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, has called for improvements despite Nigeria’s 2-1 victory over Tanzania in their opening match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Chelle said the team created several chances, especially in the first half, but admitted mistakes in the second half allowed Tanzania back into the game. He noted that the opening win was encouraging but insisted the team must show greater discipline and control as the tournament progresses. “At this level, small details decide games. We played well, but we must reduce our mistakes, especially against stronger opponents,” Chelle said. He said the encounter…

Jigawa State House of Assembly has passed into law the State 2026 Appropriation Bill of N901.8 billion and Local Government Budgets of N288 billion respectively. The passage follows the approval of the report of the House Committee on Appropriation, presented by the Committee Chairman, Hamza Ibrahim Adamu.‎ ‎The budget targeted “Budget of Innovation and Transformation for Greater Jigawa II” was earlier presented to the Assembly on November 25, 2025, focusing heavily on capital projects (77%), education (over 26%), and agriculture, aiming to boost development in the state. ‎Speaker of the Jigawa State House of Assembly, Aliyu Dangyatim, while announcing the passage…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nasarawa State has agreed to use consensus to choose party officials at ward, local government, state and national levels ahead of its congresses. The decision was taken at an expanded State Executive Council meeting held on Tuesday at the Government House in Lafia. At the meeting, the party’s legal adviser moved a motion, which Governor Abdullahi Sule supported, allowing non-executive members to take part in the discussions.  This widened participation in the decision-making process. State APC Chairman, Dr Aliyu Bello, then invited Hon. Hassan Abubakar Nalaraba, who represents Awe/Doma/Keana Federal Constituency and is also…

The Nigeria National League, NNL, imposed a fine of N2.5m on Gombe United following fans encroachment, harassment and intimidation of match officials. The league body said Gombe United breached multiple regulations, including failing to provide adequate security and control of their supporters. The incident occurred during Gombe United’s matchday seven fixture against Jigawa Golden Stars at the Pantami Stadium on Sunday. The encounter was abandoned in the last minute. The league body ordered that the remaining last minute of the game will be played behind closed doors at the New Jos Stadium in Jos. The fines include N2m for fans…

Two police officers were killed in an overnight explosion in Moscow when they tried to stop a suspicious person, Russia’s Investigative Committee said in a statement Wednesday. The blast occurred close to the site where a Russian general was killed earlier this week. “An explosive device was triggered” as the officers approached the suspect, who was near their service vehicle, said the statement by the committee, which probes major crimes. An earlier statement on Telegram said investigators were inspecting the scene and carrying out forensic analysis, including “medical and explosive examinations”. The area was cordoned off and had a large…

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority has confirmed that a loaded Mack 40ft containerised truck fell on Ojuelegba Bridge inward National Stadium,  Surulere. The Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department of LASTMA, Mr Taofiq Adebayo, confirmed the development to the News Agency of Nigeria on Wednesday. Adebayo said that the container completely blocked the road while descending the bridge and blocked access to other vehicles on the bridge. “No casualty was recorded. All vehicular movements from Fadeyi, Onipan have been diverted through the service lane at Ojuelegba, to burst out to Barracks to connect Funso Williams Avenue,” he said. He…

LEAP Africa, in partnership with Dow Chemical and TEM Nigeria, has empowered over 300 students in Lagos public schools with fully equipped, solar-powered digital libraries. The initiative, aimed at bridging the digital divide, was implemented at Onike Girls High School, Yaba, and Hope Nursery and Primary School, Ikoyi. The project provides students with access to digital learning tools, interactive STEM resources, and curriculum-aligned e-learning content, while enhancing classroom delivery and fostering early digital literacy. Speaking at the handover ceremony, LEAP Africa Executive Director, Kehinde Ayeni, said, “This digital library represents more than devices and internet access; it is an investment…

Flykite Productions, organisers of GOtv Boxing Night Jam Festival, have assured fans and stakeholders that robust security measures will be in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees on Friday at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos. In a statement released on Tuesday, they said they are working closely with relevant security agencies and private security outfits to guarantee crowd control, traffic management, and overall safety before, during, and after the event. They noted that the event, which blends the excitement of professional boxing with live music and comedic performances, is expected to attract a large audience,…