NRTC WEEKLY: Top 5 trending stories across the country this week
It’s another edition of NRTC WEEKLY Roundup —in this week’s edition, we are focusing on five trending stories across the country. As usual, the stories will cut across the top five beats in our media organization, NRTC [your one-stop hub Read more…
Champions League quarter-final draw: Find out what teams are likely to face each other
The 2023/24 UEFA Champions League quarter-final draws will take place today at 12:00 CET in Nyon, Switzerland. The much-anticipated draw is set to take place with football enthusiasts around the world eagerly waiting to see which teams will face off Read more…
Wizkid: What was Machala thinking denouncing Afrobeats?
Wizkid demeaned the Afrobeats music genre and culture via his Instagram platform a couple of days ago. Ahead of his forthcoming sixth studio album, “Morayo” (which translates to I have found Joy), the renowned singer-songwriter derided the music genre that Read more…
Shade Ladipo explains why she doesn’t want kids
Shade Ladipo, a renowned Nigerian media personality has explained why she doesn’t want children. According to the veteran broadcaster, she will be 42 soon and never liked the idea of having kids. She explained that she loves children but added Read more…
Nollywood icon Amaechi Muonagor appeals for financial support for kidney transplant
Renowned Nollywood veteran, Amaechi Muonagor, has reached out to Nigerians for financial assistance to undergo a kidney transplant in India. In a widely circulated video across social media platforms, Muonagor appears visibly in need, lying on a hospital bed, as Read more…
Susan Pwajok recounts how Boko Haram attacked her family in Plateau state
Susan Pwajok has recounted how her family house got burnt by the terrorist group, Boko Haram in Jos, Plateau state. According to Pwajok, Boko Haram razed her family house in Jos, Plateau State, while they were inside it. She said Read more…
Ondo Poll: Party members will be rewarded for their efforts, Gov Aiyedatiwa assures
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has assured members of the All Progressive Congress (APC) that is the time to reap the rewards of our collective efforts. The governor said the party members dedication fills him with joy, and was thrilled Read more…
Edo Poll: Tinubu says APC in path to victory
President Bola Tinubu said the All Progressives Congress (APC) is on the path to victory in the forthcoming gubernatorial election in Edo State. Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale in a statement said the President expressed optimism Read more…
China congratulates Putin on election victory
In a historic election victory, President Vladimir Putin secured 87.33% of all votes cast, as reported by official election data on Monday, with 99% of polling stations already reporting, according to state news agency RIA. Responding to Putin’s victory, China, Read more…
Vladimir Putin secures another 6-year term as Russian President, exit polls show
In a significant turn of events on Sunday, exit polls indicate that Vladimir Putin has secured another six-year term as the Russian president. This outcome positions the hardline former spy to potentially become the longest-serving Russian leader in over two Read more…
Bright Osayi-Samuel attacked by pitch invader in Turkey
Fenbarche’s 3-2 win over Trabzonspor in the Turkish Super Lig yesterday ended in somewhat concerning scenes. Super Eagles defender, Bright Osayi-Samuel was seen squaring up to a pitch invader who sought to attack him and his teammates. Fenerbahce cruised to Read more…
Kylian Mbappe explains why there’s ‘no way’ he’d join Arsenal (Video)
Kylian Mbappe has hilariously explained to an Arsenal fan that there’s ‘no chance’ he’d be joining Arsenal in the summer. Mbappe informed Paris Saint-Germain that he will leave the club at the end of the season and Real Madrid are Read more…
5 signs that your partner might be tired of the relationship
Relationships aren’t always a bed of roses. They have their ups and downs, their ebbs and flows. But how do you know when those bumps in the road signify something more significant? How can you tell if your partner is Read more…
Meet Chioma Nnadi – The first black woman to head British Vogue
British-Nigerian fashion editor, Chioma Nnadi who was born and raised in London by Nigerian father and Swiss-German mother made history when she was appointed as the new head of British Vogue in September 2023. Chioma who is of Nigerian descent becomes Read more…
Nigerian banking faces shakeup as report casts doubt on recapitalization plans
A new report has thrown Nigerian banking into uncertainty, raising questions about the future of the industry and its ability to support the country’s economic ambitions. The report, titled “Navigating the Horizon: Charting the Course for Banks amid Plans for Read more…
NNPCL takes aim at illegal refineries
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPCL) announced a significant step in its fight against oil theft, revealing the destruction of 6,465 illegal refineries across the country since 2022. This aggressive move comes as part of a wider effort to safeguard Read more…
Wizkid: What was Machala thinking denouncing Afrobeats?
Wizkid demeaned the Afrobeats music genre and culture via his Instagram platform a couple of days ago. Ahead of his forthcoming sixth studio album, “Morayo” (which translates to I have found Joy), the renowned singer-songwriter derided the music genre that Read more…
Can Grok outperform the competition? A look at Elon Musk’s new Chatbot
This chatbot from Elon Musk’s xAI takes on OpenAI’s ChatGPT. While Grok handles questions like any chatbot, it injects some wit (as Musk describes it) and a hint of defiance (“rebellious streak”) into its responses. Long story short, Grok is Read more…
Delta state couple claims they spent N50k on church wedding ceremony due to harsh economy (See Photos)
A couple from Delta state are trending on the social media platform, Facebook after they mentioned that they spent the sum of N50,000 (fifty thousand naira) for the organization and execution of their church wedding ceremony. The couple mentioned that Read more…
16 Nigerian soldiers killed in effort to quell community clashes in Delta State
Sixteen Nigerian soldiers lost their lives during a mission aimed at quelling clashes between two communities in the southern state of Delta, as confirmed by an army spokesperson. According to Brigadier General Tukur Gusau’s statement on Saturday, the soldiers, belonging Read more…
SSANU, NASU begin nationwide strike over salary payments
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities and the Non-Academic Staff Union have begun a nationwide strike today in protest against what they perceive as unjust treatment and disparities in salary payments by the Federal Government. Last week, these unions Read more…
JAMB issues warning against enrolling minors in UTME
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has issued a cautionary message to parents and guardians, advising against enrolling underage candidates in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The warning comes in response to a lawsuit filed by Mrs. Ifeanyi Read more…
Biodun Stephen addresses symbiotic relationship with leading Nollywood actor, Timini Egbuson (NRTC EXCLUSIVE)
In an exclusive interview with News Round The Clock (NRTC), leading Nigerian moviemaker, Biodun Stephen has spoken about her symbiotic and professional relationship with popular Nollywood actor, Timini Egbuson. The talented 36-year-old actor has been described as one of the Read more…
Biodun Stephen discloses how God miraculously provided funds for inspirational movie, ‘Joba’ (NRTC Exclusive)
Biodun Stephen is one of the most inspirational cinematographers promoting African culture and Nollywood movies across the globe by narrating authentic human angle stories. In an exclusive interview with News Round The Clock, Biodun Stephen discloses what often inspires her Read more…