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Third British citizen confirmed as suspected hantavirus patient on MV Hondis cruise ship, says authorities. The individual in question is currently on the island of Tristan da Cunha, situated off the coast of the South Atlantic Ocean, following a stopover by the ship earlier this month. Two British men were previously confirmed as hantavirus patients on the ship; one has since been evacuated from the ship to the Netherlands and is currently stable, while the other has been hospitalized in South Africa since last month and is now recovering. There have been a total of five cases of hantavirus infection…

Sam Adeyemi has emerged as one of Nigeria’s most influential voices in leadership and personal development, blending spirituality with practical principles for success. Born on February 3, 1967, he is the founder and Senior Pastor of Daystar Christian Centre, a thriving church in Lagos known for its focus on faith, excellence, leadership, and transformation. The vision for Daystar was birthed in 1994 during a period of intense prayer and reflection. Since then, Adeyemi has expanded his impact beyond the pulpit through multiple platforms. He founded Success Power International, a non-denominational initiative that teaches success principles through seminars, conferences, and media…

Paul Enenche, born on June 4, 1968, is a Nigerian preacher, medical doctor, author, and televangelist whose journey from medicine to ministry has shaped one of the country’s fastest-growing churches. He is the founder and Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, a global ministry headquartered in Abuja, with hundreds of thousands of worshippers worldwide. A native of Otukpo in Benue State and of Idoma heritage, Paul Enenche was trained as a medical doctor alongside his wife, whom he married on April 16, 1994. In 1996, while based in Jos, he faced a defining moment. Despite lucrative offers to advance…

William Folorunso Kumuyi stands as one of Nigeria’s most influential religious figures, whose life journey reflects a blend of academic excellence and deep spiritual commitment. Born on June 6, 1941, in Erin-Ijesa, Osun State, Kumuyi’s early life was rooted in discipline and education. He attended Mayflower School in Ikenne before proceeding to the University of Ibadan, where he graduated in 1967 with a first-class honours degree in Mathematics, emerging as the overall best student of his set. Despite his academic brilliance, Kumuyi’s life took a defining turn on April 5, 1964, when he embraced a born-again Christian experience at the…

English High Court has put a freeze on the international assets of Nigerian oil dealer Abdulrahman Musa Bashar for failing to clear a $40 million debt and alleged to be moving his money out of reach from his creditors. On March 30, the injunction applies to Abdulrahman Musa Bashar, who is the chairman of Rahamaniyya Group and his United Arab Emirates company, Ultimate Oil and Gas FZCO. The order will prevent them from disposing of their assets in several jurisdictions such as Nigeria, the UAE, the UK, and France. His known asset value is around $170 million. READ RELATED STORY…

Vodafone has decided to become a total owner of Britain’s leading mobile provider VodafoneThree for £4.3 billion ($5.8 billion). It will serve as an important step in the company’s process of transformation. As part of the plan, Vodafone will purchase its 49%-shareholder CK Hutchison, which is based in Hong Kong, through the cancellation of shares. Upon successful implementation and will own the whole enterprise. It should be noted that the formation of VodafoneThree took place just recently as a result of the consolidation of the two companies – Vodafone UK and Three UK. They merged their clients’ base to become…

Enoch Adeboye stands as one of the most influential religious leaders in Nigeria and beyond. Born on March 2, 1942, his journey from a humble background to becoming the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God reflects a life marked by discipline, faith, and intellectual excellence. Read More Related Breaking Stories from Our Nigeria News His early education at Ilesha Grammar School laid a solid foundation, which he built upon at the University of Nigeria Nsukka before completing his degree at Obafemi Awolowo University during the Nigerian Civil War. He later earned advanced degrees, including a Ph.D. in…

Tobi Amusan has firmly established herself as one of the most remarkable figures in modern track and field. Born on 23, 1997, April, Oluwatobiloba Amusan rose from promising junior athlete to global icon, specializing in the 100 metres hurdles while also showcasing her sprinting ability. Read Related Breaking News from Our Sports News Her defining moment came at the 2022 World Championships in Eugene, Oregon, where she not only claimed gold but set a world record time of 12.12 seconds in the semi-final as an achievement that placed her name permanently in athletics history. Amusan’s dominance extends beyond the world…

Anthony Joshua has carved out a remarkable career that blends power, discipline, and global appeal, making him one of the most recognisable figures in modern boxing. Read Related Breaking stories from Our Sport News Born on 15, 1989, October, Joshua rose from amateur success to dominate the professional heavyweight division, holding unified world titles twice between 2017 and 2021, alongside the International Boxing Organization (IBO) belt. His journey to the top began in the amateur ranks, where he represented England at the 2011 World Championships, winning a silver medal in the super-heavyweight category. A year later, he cemented his status…

Victor Osimhen has risen from humble beginnings to become one of the most influential figures in global football, redefining what is possible for Nigerian athletes on the world stage. Read Related Breaking Stories from Our Sports News Born on 19, 1998, December, the prolific striker currently plays for Galatasaray and serves as vice-captain of Nigeria’s national team. Widely regarded as one of the best strikers in the game today, Osimhen is known for his explosive pace, physical strength, aerial dominance, and clinical finishing. Read Related News Update Osimhen header secures derby victory for Galatasaray against Besiktas Osimhen hits 200th career…