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The organisers of the Headies have announced that the awards will be leaving Nigeria again, unveiling Canada as the host of the 18th edition. Recall that the awards first left Nigeria in 2022 for its 15th edition in Atlanta but returned to Lagos for the 17th edition in 2025. Speaking on Monday during “The Big Announcement” event…
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Famous rapper Nicki Minaj has claimed that there are powerful music figures making talented artists “almost invisible” if they don’t abide by their rules. She claimed that most of the challenges herself and other talented artists face in the music industry were orchestrated by those figures, whom she declined to name. Speaking in a recent episode…
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Nigeria’s persistent inflationary pressures have pushed Africa’s most populous country to the bottom of global quality-of-life rankings. This comes as Nigerian households and businesses continue to suffer, with the inflation rate rising for the third consecutive month in 2026 to 15.93 percent in May. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), in its Consumer Price Index…
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While handbags and shoes often dominate trend conversations, summer 2026 belongs to jewelry—specifically floral-inspired pieces. The trend gained major visibility this week when high-profile fashion figures embraced floral earrings and botanical motifs at major public events. What makes the movement interesting is its versatility. Floral jewelry is appearing in everything from fine diamonds and pearls…
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Diplomacy Dominates China’s News Agenda as Beijing Expands Regional Influence Today’s Chinese news landscape is defined by diplomacy, regional security, economic resilience, and China’s continuing efforts to position itself as a central actor in an increasingly fragmented international environment. From high-level meetings in Beijing to discussions about trade, technology, and regional cooperation, the day’s headlines…
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News Roundup – June 16, 2026 A New Era of Strategic Planning One of the most significant stories emerging today concerns Hong Kong’s ongoing consultation on its first comprehensive five-year development plan. Historically, Hong Kong has distinguished itself from mainland China through its free-market traditions and relatively limited government intervention in economic affairs. However, officials…
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Your weekly briefing on the stories shaping the nation Good morning from Meziesblog, and welcome to today’s edition of the Nigeria News Roundup. It’s been a packed 24 hours across the country, with major developments shaking up the political landscape, fresh concerns over the economy, significant security operations, and a nationwide public holiday marking the…
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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly opposed a Federal High Court ruling directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the party and four others, describing the judgment as an attempt to use the judiciary to undermine Nigeria’s democratic process. Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday ordered…
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The Federal Government has begun the mass trial of suspected charged with alleged terrorism-related offences at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The trial, which usually takes place in Kainji, Niger, was moved to the Abuja Division of the court. The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, is leading the…
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A Federal High Court sitting in Kaduna State has adjourned proceedings in the trial of a former governor of the state, Nasir El-Rufai, until June 24, 2026. The case, brought by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), involves allegations of abuse of office, fraud, and financial misconduct during his tenure as…
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Daniel Kretinsky is set to become West Ham’s biggest shareholder after agreeing a deal to buy an additional stake in the club from the Gold family. Kretinsky is set to increase his share to 43 per cent, exceeding the current 38.8 per cent owned by David Sullivan, who resigned as joint chairman last Saturday after being informed that historic allegations…
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One of the most important developments in luxury fashion this month has little to do with clothing itself. Instead, brands are investing heavily in immersive experiences, pop-ups, art collaborations, hospitality projects, and cultural events designed to create entire lifestyle ecosystems around their products. Retail Becomes Entertainment Luxury shopping is evolving from a transaction into an…
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Ruben Amorim is one of the leading candidates to take over as new AC Milan head coach, according to Sky in Italy. The 41-year-old has been out of work since being sacked by Manchester United in January, bringing an end to 14 months at Old Trafford. Amorim, who joined United from Sporting in November 2024, led the club to…
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President Donald Trump said Friday that a “swift and lethal kinetic” U.S. strike has killed Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, whom he called “the infamous leader” of the Tren de Aragua gang. Tren de Aragua has been labeled by the United States as a foreign terrorist organization. Guerrero Flores was charged in a New York federal…
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The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has disclosed that its presidential running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, never threatened to leave the party. NDC National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director, disclosed that such claims were speculations aimed at demarketing the party. In an interview with Arise News on Saturday night, Director blamed the ruling party and some opposition members for such…
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The Pentagon released a third tranche of previously classified files on alleged UFO sightings on Friday, which include reports of glowing, sometimes red, orbs seen by people in the northeastern United States. The first two batches were made public on May 8 and May 22. President Donald Trump is the latest president to release U.S.…
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