Eswatini Marks 40 Years Of King Mswati III Amid Criticism Over Royal Spending
Eswatini has marked the 40th year of King Mswati III on the throne with large national celebrations featuring marching bands, traditional performances, and public tributes. At the national stadium, crowds cheered as the monarch was praised for his long rule and development initiatives in the small southern African kingdom. Supporters highlighted government programmes such as […]
Angel Smith’s Ex, Soma Anyama, Shares Cryptic Message Amid Marriage Crisis With Tumi
Reality TV star Somadina Anyama, popularly known as Soma, has sparked reactions online after sharing a cryptic post amid the reported collapse of his ex-lover Angel Smith’s marriage to her partner, Tumi. Soma and Angel Smith were romantically involved during the Big Brother Naija All-Stars season in 2023. Their relationship attracted attention at the time, […]
Pentagon Considers Sanctions on NATO Allies, Including Possible Spain Suspension
An internal email from the Pentagon has revealed discussions about possible measures against certain NATO allies over disagreements tied to the ongoing Iran conflict. The message , prepared by top policy adviser Elbridge Colby outlined options that included potentially suspending Spain from NATO and reconsidering U.S. support for the Falkland Islands. A U.S. official familiar […]
Trump, Aides Pursue Election Fraud Claims Despite No Evidence
U.S President Donald Trump and members of his administration have continued efforts to investigate alleged election fraud, even after recent probes found no supporting evidence. Attorney Kurt Olsen, a former Navy SEAL and known election-denier was tasked with uncovering proof of foreign interference in U.S. elections, particularly targeting voting systems used during the 2020 election. […]
Trump Plans Expansion of Refugee Program for White South Africans
Donald Trump’s administration is considering a significant expansion of the U.S. refugee program to admit more white South Africans, according to a report by Reuters on April 23, 2026. Sources familiar with the discussions say officials are weighing an increase of the current refugee cap from 7,500 to as many as 17,500, with a focus […]
Zied Heni Detained After Criticising Judiciary as Crackdown Concerns Grow In Tunisia
Prominent Tunisian journalist Zied Heni has been detained after publishing an article critical of the judiciary, according to his lawyer, in a move that has raised fresh concerns about press freedom in Tunisia. Lawyer Nafaa Laribi said the arrest was ordered by the public prosecutor, though authorities have yet to release an official statement or […]
Justin Ijeh: Obi’s Aim is Mission-Driven, Not Power-Hungry
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting National Publicity Secretary, Obi-Kwankwaso Movement, Justin Ijeh, has said the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party and now a member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Peter Obi, is only seeking to be the president of the country to deliver on the common good of all Nigerians and not for personal […]
Omah Lay Says He Needs Music to Stay Balanced, Calls Himself “Crazy”
Nigerian singer Omah Lay has described himself as mentally intense and emotionally driven, saying he relies on music creation to maintain balance in his life. In a preview of an interview with Kiss Xtra, the artist explained that his personality is unconventional and that making music plays a key role in helping him manage his […]
Ini Dima-Okojie Announces First Pregnancy With Husband
Nigerian actress Ini Dima-Okojie has announced that she and her husband, Abasi Ene-Obong, are expecting their first child. The film star shared the news on Instagram, posting a video that showed her in a white flowing gown while proudly revealing her baby bump. In her message, she expressed gratitude and described the experience as a […]
BNXN Responds to Fat Joe Over Allegation on Stage Name Change
Nigerian singer BNXN has pushed back against comments made by US rapper Fat Joe, who claimed he influenced the artist’s decision to change his stage name from Buju. Fat Joe, speaking during a podcast appearance, suggested that BNXN altered his name after public criticism and accused him of misrepresenting the original “Buju” identity. In response, […]