VATICAN CITY – All 133 cardinal electors have now arrived in Rome ahead of the papal conclave set to begin on May 7, 2025, the Vatican has confirmed, marking the final phase in preparations to elect the next pope. Speaking to journalists in Rome on Monday, Matteo Bruni, Director of the Holy See Press Office,…
CALABAR – In a concerted effort to inculcate culinary skills among young ones, Goldgear Group Nigeria Limited, a renowned Event Consulting and Management Firm, has announced an exciting cooking competition tagged “Kiddies Chef Boss.” The competition which is specially designed for children aged 8 to 12 years, as part of the company’s commitment to celebrate…
CALABAR — The Honourable Federal Commissioner representing Cross River State at the National Population Commission (NPC), Rt. Hon. Barr. Alex Ukam, has extended warm birthday wishes and commendations to the immediate past Deputy Governor of Cross River State, Prof. Ivara Ejemot Esu, on the occasion of his 2025 birthday anniversary. In a goodwill message on…
LILONGWE — Human rights advocates in Africa are sounding the alarm over the impending visit of Nigerian televangelist Apostle Johnson Suleman to Malawi, scheduled for July. Suleman, the General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries International, is known for his controversial faith healing claims and frequent sermons focused on witchcraft and demonic possession. The Advocacy for…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Days after joking that he’d “like to be pope,” United States President Donald Trump has shared an AI-generated photo of himself dressed as Pope. The photo, which first appeared on Trump’s Truth Social account, comes as cardinals are set to convene on May 7 to begin the process of electing the next…
VATICAN – Senate President Godswill Akpabio has arrived in Vatican City, leading a five-member Nigerian delegation ahead of the funeral of Pope Francis, set to take place on Saturday. The delegation, appointed by President Bola Tinubu, is in the Vatican to represent Nigeria at the funeral of the late leader of the Roman Catholic Church….
I’ve learned a lot from the most unexpected people and places. I’ve realised that class, age or background doesn’t matter much when it comes to life lessons. This time, it was my new housekeeper. She has this odd habit of leaving food uncovered while she’s busy. It doesn’t matter what meal—it’s always left open for…
The Writing Class is back for its fifth edition this 2025. A 12-week writing apprenticeship program for young unemployed Nigerian graduates. Selected participants will gain access to top-tier learning from industry experts, skills, resources and community to build a career in media, journalism and storytelling, for free. In the 12 weeks of apprenticeship, participants will…
If there’s one sauce every home cook should have on hand, it’s Chef T’s All-Purpose Green Sauce from Diary of a Kitchen Lover. Whether you’re tossing together a stir-fry, marinating proteins, or looking to add some excitement to your rice dishes, this sauce is the secret weapon you’ll keep coming back to. Made with a…
Christ is in our midst, my beloved readers! Today, it is as if all of nature holds its breath. The birds sing more softly; the trees whisper faintly with their leaves. All creation stands still, awaiting something wondrous. The world pauses, caught between sorrow and hope. While Christ’s disciples wept and mourned, believing all…