Nigerian music star, Wizkid, has ‘smiled’ his way into the ears of Barack Obama, making the former US president’s 2020 summer playlist. Wizkid, whose real name is Ayodeji Balogun, is at No. 15 with his new single “Smile”, featuring American Grammy winner, H.E.R. Obama shared the selection with his followers on Twitter on Monday evening, in continuation… Continue reading Wizkid Makes Obama’s Summer Play List by Raphael Bichene
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Trump’s Brother Robert Dies at 71 by Rapheal Bichene
Robert S. Trump, the younger brother of President Trump, died on Saturday night at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital in Manhattan. He was 71. The White House did not provide a cause of death. “He was not just my brother, he was my best friend,” the president said in a statement late Saturday night. “He will be greatly… Continue reading Trump’s Brother Robert Dies at 71 by Rapheal Bichene
Largest Vessel Ever in Nigeria Berths at Onne Port by Raphael
The Nigerian Ports Authority on Sunday announced the berthing of the biggest container vessel to ever dock at a Nigerian port. General Manager, Corporate and Strategic Communications, Mr. Adams Jatto, made the announcement in a statement in Lagos. Jatto said the Maerskline Stardelhorn vessel, with length overall of 300 metres, width of 48 metres was… Continue reading Largest Vessel Ever in Nigeria Berths at Onne Port by Raphael
Nollywood Star, Omotola Jalade-Ekehinde Tests Positive for Coronavirus by Raphael Bichene
Nollywood star actress Omotola Jalade Ekehinde has joined the list of Nigerian celebrities such as Peter Okoye, who have tested positive to the coronavirus. Omotola Saturday said she is in isolation and doing well after testing positive for the COVID-19 virus. The actress took to her verified Instagram page to share her recovery progress. “Hello… Continue reading Nollywood Star, Omotola Jalade-Ekehinde Tests Positive for Coronavirus by Raphael Bichene
Trump Visits Ill Brother in Hospital by Raphael Bichene
US President Donald Trump on Friday visited his younger brother Robert at a hospital in New York, where he is being treated for an undisclosed illness. The US leader, who was wearing a face mask upon arriving at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, entered through a back door and stayed about 45 minutes, according to an AFP… Continue reading Trump Visits Ill Brother in Hospital by Raphael Bichene
Coronavirus: Lockdown to Ease Further in England From Saturday by Raphael Bichene
30 guests to be allowed at post wedding sitdown reception More beauty treatments, small wedding receptions and live indoor performances will be able to resume in England from Saturday, as lockdown rules are eased. Bowling alleys, casinos and soft play centres will also be able to reopen, PM Boris Johnson has announced. It comes as… Continue reading Coronavirus: Lockdown to Ease Further in England From Saturday by Raphael Bichene
UN Chief Warns Covid-19 Pandemic Poses Risks of New Conflicts by Raph Bichene
The coronavirus pandemic not only threatens gains in fighting global poverty and building peace but risks exacerbating existing conflicts and generating new ones, the UN chief warned.Speaking at a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) video conference on Wednesday on sustaining peace during the pandemic, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said the “unprecedented challenges from COVID-19 clearly risk… Continue reading UN Chief Warns Covid-19 Pandemic Poses Risks of New Conflicts by Raph Bichene
UK Officially in Recession For the First Time in Eleven Years by Raphael Bichene
The UK economy suffered its biggest slump on record between April and June as coronavirus lockdown measures pushed the country officially into recession. The economy shrank 20.4% compared with the first three months of the year. Household spending plunged as shops were ordered to close, while factory and construction output also fell. This pushed the… Continue reading UK Officially in Recession For the First Time in Eleven Years by Raphael Bichene
Trump Escorted Out of Briefing as Man Shoots Near White House by Raphael Bichene
US President Donald Trump was escorted out of a news conference after Secret Service agents shot and wounded a man who claimed to be armed outside the White House. The Secret Service said the incident happened one block from the compound, when an officer fired on the suspect who had run “aggressively” towards him. An… Continue reading Trump Escorted Out of Briefing as Man Shoots Near White House by Raphael Bichene
Singer Sentenced to Death For Blasphemy in Kano by Raphael Bichene
A musician in Kano State has been sentenced to death by hanging for blaspheming against the Prophet Muhammad. The Kano Upper Shari’a Court sitting at Hausawa Filin Hockey sentenced 22-year-old Yahaya Sharif to death by hanging. The judge, Aliyu Kani, gave the verdict on Monday after finding Mr Sharif guilty as charged. He was convicted… Continue reading Singer Sentenced to Death For Blasphemy in Kano by Raphael Bichene