Prominent Democratic lawmakers and party figures are firing back at tech billionaire Elon Musk after he took to social media this week to declare that “the far left is the party of hate and violence.” The provocative statement, posted on X (formerly Twitter), ignited swift condemnation from Democratic leaders who accused Musk of mischaracterizing progressive…
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has issued a firm rebuttal to widespread social media speculation and international media reports suggesting that Olympic silver medalist Tobi Amusan was given substandard or incomplete athletic kits ahead of the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo. She claimed athletes were handed only plastic bags containing a few scattered items…
High blood pressure (hypertension) affects over 1.3 billion people worldwide, including millions in Nigeria and across Africa. Often called the “silent killer,” it increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure, yet many don’t even know they have it. The good news? You don’t always need medication to bring your numbers down. Research…
Running a small business in 2025 means competing in a fast-paced, digital-first world. The good news? You don’t need a big budget to stay ahead. Thanks to rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, there are now powerful free AI tools that help small businesses automate tasks, improve customer engagement, and scale efficiently. Whether you’re a solopreneur,…
Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence venture, X.AI, has officially stepped into the competitive world of AI chatbots with the launch of Grok, a powerful conversational AI integrated directly into the X (formerly Twitter) platform. The move marks a bold challenge to industry leaders like OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and Meta’s Llama models. Unveiled in late 2023…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reignited fears of a TikTok ban, with top officials warning of a possible crackdown over what they describe as the platform’s proliferation of “immoral, indecent, and subversive content.” The threat emerged during a press briefing by the Ministry of Information and National Orientation, where Minister Mohammed Idris condemned what…
Prominent political figures, including former presidential candidates Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar, have joined a growing chorus of voices condemning the alleged refusal of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to issue a discharge certificate to corps member Ushie Rita Uguamaye, reportedly due to her criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies. The case, which…
A Nigerian National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Ushie Rita Uguamaye (also known as Raye), has been denied her discharge certificate despite completing her one-year mandatory service, sparking national debate over freedom of expression and institutional accountability. The 25-year-old graduate, who served in Lagos State, claims the denial is a direct retaliation for her public…
