Nigerian artist Njideka Akunyili Crosby has unveiled the first official portrait of former US President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama together. The artwork was commissioned for the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, which opens on Juneteenth. The unveiling became an emotional moment as the Obamas saw the portrait for the first time….
SpaceX buys Cursor for $60 billion after its record-breaking IPO. The deal could boost Grok AI and reshape the future of AI-powered coding. SpaceX has made its first major move after its historic stock market debut. The company announced it is buying AI coding startup Cursor for $60 billion. The deal comes only days after…
BBNaija Star Angel Smith Blasts Luminee Over Baby With Baba Ijesha, Sparks Heated Reactions Online Social media is on fire after celebrity designer Luminee announced the birth of her baby boy with Nollywood actor Baba Ijesha. While the new mother shared the joyful news with fans and openly celebrated her growing family, not everyone was…
Nigeria eyes the use of drones and AI to secure 1,497 illegal border routes, shifting toward smarter border surveillance Nigeria is preparing a major shift in how it manages border security through advanced technology. The federal government plans to introduce a Smart Border Management System (SBMS). This is intended to replace heavy reliance on manpower…
Naira strengthens to N1,356 per dollar at the official market as Nigeria’s foreign reserves climb to $50.51bn The naira gained strength on Monday in the official foreign exchange market. It closed at N1,356 per dollar. This is its best level since April 23, 2026. The previous close on Friday was N1,365.4 per dollar. That shows…
Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price to ₦1,175 Per Litre Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reduced its petrol gantry price to ₦1,175 per litre. This latest price cut has sparked fresh discussions across Nigeria’s fuel market. Many marketers and consumers are already watching closely to see what happens next. As a result, fuel distribution costs could drop…
Bonnie Tyler is out of a coma after undergoing emergency surgery in Portugal. However, the music icon remains in intensive care and is still seriously unwell. The 75-year-old singer was rushed to a hospital in Faro in May for emergency intestinal surgery. Doctors later placed her in an induced coma to support her recovery. According…
Petrol price in Nigeria may fall to ₦900 per litre if the US-Iran truce succeeds and crude oil prices continue to decline— Oil Marketers The possibility of cheaper petrol is raising fresh excitement across Nigeria. Industry operators say petrol prices could drop to as low as ₦900 per litre if the proposed peace deal between…
Nollywood actor Baba Ijesha and his wife, celebrity fashion designer Ceoluminee, are celebrating a new chapter in their family. The couple recently welcomed a baby boy, bringing joy to fans, friends, and colleagues across social media. The actor, whose real name is Olanrewaju Omiyinka, announced the news on Instagram on Monday. Alongside a beautiful maternity…
RBA Keeps Interest Rates on Hold, But More Hikes Are Still Possible Australia’s central bank has decided to keep interest rates unchanged at 4.35%. The decision comes after three rate hikes earlier this year. As a result, borrowers get a temporary break from rising loan repayments. However, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) says inflation…
