Author: Faith Babatunde

Manchester City winger Jack Grealish has joined Everton on a season-long loan for the 2025/26 Premier League campaign. The 29-year-old fell out of favour with Pep Guardiola last season, making only seven league starts and missing out on City’s Club World Cup squad. Everton sealed the deal just days before their opening game against Leeds on August 18. Grealish, who earns a reported £300,000 per week, will wear the number 18 shirt in tribute to club legends Wayne Rooney and Paul Gascoigne. “I’m over the moon to sign for Everton,” Grealish said. “As soon as I spoke to the manager,…

Nigeria is among 67 countries hit with new import tariffs under a sweeping trade policy announced by US President Donald Trump. The “reciprocal-tariff” plan imposes a baseline 10% duty on all imports into the US, with higher rates for specific nations. Under the new rules, Nigerian exports to the US will face a 15% tariff, matching rates for Ghana, Uganda, and several other African nations. South Africa, Algeria, and Libya will be charged 30%, while China tops the list at 30% plus extra duties. Brazil will face up to 50% on some products. Trump says the move is about “fairness”…

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has urged stronger collaboration among police forces across its 15 member countries to address rising insecurity in the region. The call came during the ECOWAS Police Focal Point Officers’ meeting in Abuja on August 6, where officials reviewed strategies to strengthen the police arm of the ECOWAS Standby Force. Sani Adamu, Acting Head of Peace Support Operations, said the region faces increasing criminal attacks, cyber threats, and cross-border crimes. He stressed that building a well-equipped, unified police network is crucial for swift crisis response and long-term peace. Sierra Leone’s Deputy Inspector General…

The detention of Comfort Emmanson, a female passenger accused of assaulting Ibom Air staff, has sparked outrage over alleged double standards in Nigeria’s aviation sector. The incident occurred on a Uyo–Lagos flight, where Emmanson reportedly refused to switch off her phone before take-off, slapped crew members, and resisted security. Ibom Air claims she almost used a fire extinguisher to attack staff before being restrained. She has been permanently banned from flying with the airline, reported to the NCAA, and remanded at Kirikiri Correctional Centre after being charged in court. However, many Nigerians on social media are questioning why Fuji star…

Wireless earbuds have become a must-have for music lovers, commuters, and anyone who enjoys a hands-free lifestyle. In Nigeria and across Africa, several brands now offer high-quality, AirPods-style products at different price points. Here are five top brands to consider in 2025. 1. Apple The pioneer of the AirPods trend, Apple continues to dominate with premium sound quality, seamless iOS integration, and features like Active Noise Cancellation, Spatial Audio, and MagSafe charging. While they are the most expensive on the list, Apple AirPods remain unmatched for build quality and performance. Best pick: AirPods Pro (2nd Gen). 2. Oraimo Known for…

Barcelona wrapped up their pre-season in style, thrashing Italian side Como 5-0 in the Joan Gamper Trophy on Sunday. The match also marked a public reconciliation between captain Marc-André Ter Stegen and the club following a recent dispute over his back injury. Fermín Lopez and Lamine Yamal both scored twice, while Raphinha added another from a Marcus Rashford assist. Rashford, on loan from Manchester United, impressed with his link-up play but missed a clear tap-in. Before kickoff, Ter Stegen addressed fans with the traditional captain’s speech, confirming the dispute was resolved and urging supporters to back the team in their…

Chioma Rowland Adeleke, wife of Afrobeats star Davido, has showered praises on her husband for his constant support and encouragement. Speaking in an interview with Noire TV ahead of their luxury white wedding in Miami, Chioma, fondly called Chef Chi, revealed that Davido is intentional about her personal growth, often asking about her goals and helping her make plans to achieve them. “David cares a lot about my dreams. I’ve faced many challenges, but he always asks me, ‘Chi, what do you actually want to do?’ Then we make plans together,” she said. The couple, who met in university, have…

Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro Max is a powerhouse, but in 2025, several Android flagships match and in some cases, outperform, it in camera quality, processing power, battery life, and display performance. Here are five Android phones giving Apple a run for its money: 1. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 2. Google Pixel 9 Pro (XL) 3. OnePlus 12 Pro 4. Xiaomi 14 Ultra 5. ASUS ROG Phone 8 If you want photography power, go for the Pixel 9 Pro or Xiaomi 14 Ultra. For battery life, ASUS ROG Phone 8 and OnePlus 12 Pro lead the pack. The best all-round display…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has appointed 32-year-old Jackie Wayas as its new Deputy National Publicity Secretary, marking a strategic move toward youth and female inclusion in Nigerian politics. Wayas, a seasoned political strategist and advocate for inclusive democracy, will manage the party’s media engagement and help shape public perception ahead of the 2027 presidential elections. Her appointment signals the ADC’s shift from the dominance of older politicians to merit-based and diverse leadership. Before joining the ADC, Wayas played a key role in the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential campaign, leveraging grassroots mobilisation and digital advocacy to engage millions of young…

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has clarified why it withheld the certificate of Lagos corps member Ushie Rita Uguamaye, popularly known as Raye, and extended her service year by two months. Contrary to viral claims linking the sanction to her online criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, NYSC stated the action was purely disciplinary. According to the statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), Raye failed to attend the April 2025 mandatory biometrics clearance, violating the NYSC Bye-Laws. NYSC confirmed that she was among 131 corps members who faced similar sanctions for missing compulsory clearances. The service stressed that such penalties,…