XLCreativeHub has invited screenwriters and storytellers to submit synopses of their original feature-length film scripts for its Screenwriting Competition and Creator Residency. The organisation announced the call for entries on its website, stating that submissions would close on March 16, 2026. …
A notable Jigawa-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Na’ibi Shehu Kazaure, has called on leaders to respect the rights of their followers while also urging followers to be loyal and obedient Na’ibi Kazaure said it is only through this mutual respect that great nations foster national unity. The cleric mad…
- Published Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo regained the world half-marathon record as he claimed victory in Lisbon on Sunday. The 25-year-old won in 57 minutes and 20 seconds to take 10 seconds off the record set by Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha in Valencia in 2024. Kiplimo was the previous record holder, havi…
By Enitan Abdultawab Nollywood actress and philanthropist Tonto Dikeh has announced a major personal and spiritual transformation, declaring that she no longer wishes to be addressed as “King Tonto Dikeh.” In a video shared on her Instagram page on Monday, the actress said the decision was made in …
Iran’s security chief on Monday said the Islamic republic would defend itself no matter the costs, on the third day of war with the United States and Israel. “We will fiercely defend ourselves and our six thousand years old civilization regardless of the costs and will make the enemies sorry for th…
What’s happening in Lebanon as Iran war spills over Israeli jets have attacked the Lebanese capital Beirut, killing dozens of people and causing thousands to flee after Hezbollah launched rockets in response to the bombing of Iran. Al Jazeera’s Zeina Khodr breaks down what’s been happening as the I…
Thousands of passengers stranded as Middle East airspace shuts Airspace across much of the Middle East shut down after the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran, prompting Tehran to launch retaliatory attacks. Thousands of flights were cancelled or rerouted, stranding passengers and dis…
The US has confirmed that three of its fighter jets crashed in Kuwait. The US Central Command, in a post on X, said the crash was due to an “apparent friendly fire incident.” “At 11:03 p.m. ET, March 1, three U.S. F-15E Strike Eagles flying in support of Operation Epic Fury went down over Kuwait du…
The Nigerian Union of Road Transport Workers has narrated how it foiled an attempt by a suspected ritualist to send the corpse of a one-year-old baby through a courier service. Ibrahim Bako, the Coordinator, NURTW, Area 1, Garki, Federal Capital Territory, gave the account in an interview with the …
- Published Kenya's Brigid Kosgei set a new course record with a commanding victory at the Tokyo Marathon. The 32-year-old finished in 2:14:29 - more than two minutes ahead of Ethiopia's Bertukan Welde, who was second in 2:16:36. Welde's Ethiopian compatriot Hawi Feysa came third in 2:17:39. The pr…
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A female officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has reportedly died following an accident during a display in the Federal Capital Territory. The incident, which was captured in a viral 58-second video circulating on social media on Saturday, reportedly occurred during a “show of fo…
The Nigerian Ports Authority says a total of 21 ships are discharging petroleum products and other commodities at the Lagos ports. NPA disclosed this in its daily publication, ‘Shipping Position’, made available to newsmen in Lagos on Saturday. It stated that the “ships were discharging at Apapa, L…
The management of Prime Care Hospitals has denied claims circulating on social media alleging that popular content creator Mukoro Mitchelle, widely known as King Mitchy, died at its facility in Abuja. The hospital’s clarification follows claims reportedly shared by King Mitchy’s management, stating…
Bakare Lukman, a seizure patient, has shared the painful story of how a sudden attack changed his life forever. After returning from work, he was cooking with a kerosene stove when he suffered a seizure and fell into the fire. By the time he regained consciousness, he had sustained severe burns to …
The General Officer Commanding, 8 Division, Nigerian Army, Major General Bemgha Koughna, has pledged stronger collaboration with journalists in Sokoto State as part of efforts to enhance security and promote public trust. The GOC gave the assurance in Sokoto on Thursday while receiving executive me…
Inside Israel’s airport interrogations Conservative US podcaster Tucker Carlson says he and his producer were subjected to a “humiliation exercise” by security at Israel’s Ben Gurion airport. But Palestinians, journalists and other travellers have faced similar treatment for years.
The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, has expressed sorrow over a crash on the Keffi–Abuja Highway, killing seven people. In a statement on Thursday by FRSC spokesman, Olusegun Ogungbemide, Mr Mohammed conveyed condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for…
Nigeria to hold inquest into death of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's toddler An inquest into the death of Nigerian novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's 21-month-old son will formally begin on 14 April. The date was set during a preliminary hearing at the Yaba Magistrate Court in Lagos, roughly seven wee…
According to Gulf News, the revised import list marks one of the most extensive updates in recent years. The changes, examined by Okaz newspaper, confirm that imports from 40 countries are now completely prohibited, while additional regional restrictions have been imposed amid ongoing global diseas…
