Stranger Things Star Winona Ryder Set to Make Spooky Entry in Wednesday Season 3

Netflix’s hit series Wednesday is preparing to return for a highly anticipated third season, and fans have reason to celebrate. The streaming giant has officially announced that Winona Ryder, widely recognized for her roles in Stranger Things and several Tim Burton classics, will join the cast in a guest-starring role. Production on the new season…

Achraf Hakimi Referred to Trial in France Over Rape Allegation, Denies Accusations

Moroccan international and Paris Saint‑Germain defender Achraf Hakimi has been formally referred to trial in France over allegations of rape dating back to early 2023. The decision was announced by the Nanterre prosecutor’s office following a judicial investigation spanning nearly three years. The case stems from an accusation made by a young woman who alleges…

U.S. Embassy Clarifies Entry Status for Nigerian Students with Valid F-1, J-1 Visas Amid New Travel Restrictions

The United States Mission in Nigeria has clarified that Nigerian students and exchange visitors who already possess valid F-1 and J-1 visas remain eligible to enter the United States, despite newly introduced travel restrictions affecting certain categories of foreign nationals. The clarification follows growing concerns among Nigerian students after reports emerged about fresh U.S. entry…

AFP Report: Nigerian Government Allegedly Paid ₦2 Billion Ransom to Boko Haram for Release of 230 St. Mary’s Schoolgirls

Agence France-Presse (AFP) has reported that it can confirm that in November, the Nigerian Government paid Boko Haram ₦2 billion for the release of 230 abducted St. Mary’s Catholic School girls. According to the report, the money was delivered in cash via helicopter to Ali Ngulde, a Boko Haram commander in Gwoza, Borno State, described…

ID Card Collection Begins Across Departments at Federal University of Technology, Minna

Newly admitted 100 Level students of the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) have commenced the collection of their official school ID cards, as several departments have begun distribution at the departmental level. This development marks a critical administrative phase for fresh students, as the university identity card serves as the primary means of identification…

Simi Breaks Silence After Twitter Bullying Over Old Tweets: The Full Story Behind the Controversy

Nigerian music star Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has released a detailed public statement following a wave of online criticism and bullying triggered by the resurfacing of her decade-old tweets. The backlash erupted after Simi made a powerful post on X (formerly Twitter) condemning sexual violence and calling for stronger accountability against rapists. The…

Spotify Celebrates Five Years in Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana: Revealing the Most Streamed Songs

Spotify, the global audio streaming leader, is commemorating five years of operations in Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana — a landmark period that highlights the rapid growth of digital music consumption and the expanding influence of African artists on the world stage. The platform entered these markets on 23 February 2021 as part of a major…

IXPN Deploys New Internet Infrastructure to Boost Website Speed and Strengthen Nigeria’s Cyber Resilience

The Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN) has announced the deployment of new internet infrastructure aimed at significantly improving website loading speeds across Nigeria while strengthening the nation’s resilience against cyber disruptions. The development marks another milestone in Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to deepen digital capacity and reduce dependence on foreign internet routing. By expanding and…