Barack Obama: “As 2025 comes to a close, I’m continuing a tradition that I started during my time in the White House: sharing my annual lists of favorite books, movies, and music. “I hope you find something new to enjoy—and please send any recommendations for me to check out!”
Aliko Dangote announced plans to list his $20 billion oil refinery on the stock market to enable widespread ownership.
The listing aims to allow every Nigerian to become a direct owner of the refinery, emphasizing its status as a legacy project. Dangote expressed that there would be no purchasing limits for shares, allowing investors significant participation in ownership. The refinery seeks to pay dividends in U.S. dollars to benefit both local and diaspora Nigerians.
Russian Court Sentences British National to 13 Years for Fighting in Ukraine.
A Russia-controlled court in Ukraine’s Donetsk region has sentenced a British citizen to 13 years for fighting as a mercenary for Ukraine, Russia’s general prosecutor said on Thursday. The supreme court in Donetsk convicted Hayden Davies, who was taken prisoner in 2024, of participating as a mercenary in an armed conflict and sentenced him to 13 years at a maximum-security penal colony, the prosecutor said in a statement. A video released by the prosecutors showed Davies listening to the verdict from inside a metal cage. He told the court via a translator that he came to Ukraine via Poland and...
Newcastle Edge Fulham in Dramatic Carabao Cup Tie
Newcastle United booked their place in the Carabao Cup semi-finals thanks to a stoppage-time winner against Fulham at St. James’ Park. Yoane Wissa put Newcastle ahead in the 10th minute, marking his first goal for the club. However, Fulham responded swiftly as Sasa Lukic equalised just six minutes later, setting up a tense contest. The deadlock remained until the final moments, when Lewis Miley rose highest to head home a dramatic winner in stoppage time, sending the home fans into ecstasy. The defeat will be a blow for Fulham manager Marco Silva, who had hoped to guide his side deeper...
Oman Confers Its National Honour On Prime Minister Narendra Modi During His Visit
The award has been previously given to Queen Elizabeth, Queen Maxim, Emperor Akihito, Nelson Mandela, and King Abdullah of Jordan This is the 29th such global honour for the Indian prime minister
Paris Saint-Germain Complete Historic Sextuple with Thrilling FIFA Intercontinental Cup Victory Over Flamengo
Paris Saint-Germain made history once again as they defeated Brazilian giants Flamengo to lift the FIFA Intercontinental Cup, completing a remarkable sextuple that cements their status among football’s elite. The match, held under intense anticipation, saw both sides battle fiercely for supremacy. After 120 minutes of pulsating football, the score remained level, with PSG’s Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Flamengo’s Jorginho each finding the back of the net. The tension escalated into a dramatic penalty shootout, where PSG’s young goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier emerged as the hero, saving four of Flamengo’s five attempts and securing a historic victory for the Parisians. With this...
Ex-Fluminense and Barcelona SC Star Mario Pineida Dead at 33 After Gun Attack.
Mario Pineida, a 33-year-old Barcelona de Quayaquil defender, was shot dead in an apparent attack, Ecuadorian police said on Wednesday, as violence escalates in the Andean nation. The incident comes amid a record-breaking wave of violence in Ecuador, which has seen several professional athletes targeted in recent months. In a post on X, his club, Barcelona SC, said it “regrets to inform, with deep sorrow, that it has been officially notified of the death of our player Mario Pineida, an event that occurred following an attack against him” in Guayaquil. Pineida, was part of Ecuador’s national team for the 2018 and 2022 World...
Drama in Lagos as Woman Fakes Own Kidnap, Extorts N2.5m From Husband
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 26-year-old woman, identified simply as Misturah, for allegedly faking her own kidnapping and extorting the sum of N2.5 million from her husband in a staged abduction plot. The incident was first reported to the police on November 24, 2025, when a lawyer, Hamzat (surname withheld), alerted security operatives that his brother’s wife had been kidnapped by unknown armed men. A police source, who spoke in confidence, disclosed that the supposed kidnappers initially demanded a ransom of N10 million for Misturah’s release. The amount was later reduced to N3 million after negotiations, with...
Top Five Nigerian Digital Creators Awarded by US Embassy in “Made in America” Contest.
The United States Embassy in Nigeria has honoured five Nigerian content creators for their outstanding performances in the “Made in America, Loved in Nigeria” video contest, an initiative aimed at promoting creativity while strengthening cultural and economic ties between both countries. The recognition ceremony was held on Wednesday in Abuja at an event organised by the U.S. Consulate, bringing together creatives, diplomats and stakeholders to celebrate innovation and cross-cultural collaboration. Among the winners, Rasheedat Fagbenle emerged as the grand prize recipient. Other awardees included Tito Abumere, Janefrancis Odinkemma Ugwu from Abuja, Cyril Usheshe from Cross River State, and Timileyin Durotoye from Osun State. Speaking at the event, Lee McManis,...