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Gunmen kidnap in Ondo and Bayelsa – monarch’s wife, daughters, commissioners six-year-old son

Gunmen have abducted the wife, children and driver of the traditional ruler of Odigbo town, Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State, Oba Rufus...

Here’s why Governor Wike and Governor Dickson of Bayelsa are fighting

Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike said that governor Serieke Dickson should be held responsible for the defeat of Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in Bayelsa...

Just In: Police release Lawmaker, Shina Peller after hours in detention

Detained House of Representatives member, Shina Peller, has been released. His aide, Shina Popoola, told newsmen that he was released on bail after his case...

Ndi Kato: The brutal Attack on Deji Adeyanju – we remember this day

23rd December 2019, there is a two minutes, 20 seconds video on the internet, of a brutal attack on activist and government critic, Deji Adeyanju by...

Josephine Anenih advocates for more women participation in Politics

Women have been urged to be part of the political system and process and not be deterred by the challenges. The Women gathered in Abuja...

How Pro-Buhari supporters attacked groups demanding release of Omoyele Sowore

A civil rights group, The Enough Is Enough Movement, had given a 14-day ultimatum to the federal government to release Mr. Omoyele Sowore or face...

CBN wants customers to pay N50 charge to businesses for using point of sale (POS) machines

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has urged customers not to pay N50 charge to businesses for using point of sale (POS) machines. In a...

“Lawmaker mobilised over 50 thugs to attack Maroko Police Station” – Police Explain Why Shina Peller was arrested

The Lagos State Police Command has explained the reason for the arrest and detention of House of Representatives member, Shina Peller. The state Police Public...

Judge withdraws from Omoyele Sowore’s Case

Justice Ahmed Mohammed of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday withdrew from the fundamental rights enforcement suit instituted by the ‘RevolutionNow’ protests...

Lagos Govt seals off Quilox – Owner of the club, Lawmaker, Shina Peller Detained

The Lagos state government has sealed off Club Quilox for noise pollution and traffic congestion. Member of the House of Representatives, Shina Peller is...

“Border Closure yielding good results – Nigerian farmers are now “smiling to the bank.” – Speaker Gbajabiamila

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, has reiterated that contrary to popular opinion, the current National Assembly is not a rubber...

Activities shutdown as Boko Haram Insurgents Attack Yobe

Suspected Boko Haram insurgents have tried to force their way into parts of Damaturu the Yobe State capital. According to an eyewitness, the insurgents stormed...

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Why Mobile Gaming Is Growing Faster Than Ever in Africa

Meta Title: Mobile Gaming In Africa – Why It's Growing Fast Meta Description: Mobile gaming in Africa is growing faster than any other digital sector: affordable smartphones, mobile payments, local content and what the data shows for 2026. Why Mobile Gaming Is Growing Faster Than Ever in Africa Few industries are expanding...

Toyin Akinniyi: Building blocks of the Future, education financing for sustainable outcomes

Opening Remarks by Ms. Toyin Akinniyi, Regional Portfolio Director, Luminate at the Bold Action Session on Education: "Building Blocks of the Future: Education Financing for Sustainable Outcomes"  (A Day Zero event of the 2026 Africa Social Impact Summit) on 21 July 2026. Protocols. Good morning distinguished guests, the board and CEO...

Cheta Nwanze: The acquittal of Nigeria’s former petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke

Cheta Nwanze The acquittal of Nigeria’s former petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke at Southwark Crown Court, London, on 17 June 2026 has brought up an uncomfortable question that has long shadowed international anti-corruption efforts: is justice truly universal, or is it reserved for the powerless? After a nearly six-month trial...

Lazarus Angbazo: Building Nigeria’s Infrastructure Economy

BUILDING NIGERIA'S INFRASTRUCTURE ECONOMY Mobilizing Private Capital to Build the Foundation of National Prosperity Keynote Address by Dr. Lazarus AngbazoChief Executive Officer, InfraCorpNACCIMA Infrastructure Conference (INFRACON) — July 14, 2026 Your Excellencies, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen. Please permit me to stand on established protocol. Let me begin with a simple observation. Every...

Lazarus Angbazo: Beyond Roads and Power, Who Will Finance Human Capital Infrastructure for Africa’s Workforce?

By Lazarus Angbazo |  [email protected] Africa is entering one of the most ambitious periods of infrastructure and industrial investment in its history. Governments are expanding power generation, transport networks, ports, industrial parks, and digital infrastructure, while African private sector leaders are making unprecedented long-term commitments to manufacturing and industrial...

Residents: Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Self Storage Facility in Philadelphia

Finding the ideal self-storage unit can be challenging, especially in Philadelphia, where options abound. Many residents seek facilities that not only safeguard their belongings but also provide value and convenience. In this article, you'll learn the key factors to consider when selecting a self-storage facility in the...

“No Victor, No Vanquished” — Angbazo calls for unity after Nasarawa ADC Governorship Primary win

LAFIA — Retired General Nuhu Angbazo has emerged victorious from the Africa Democratic Congress, ADC, governorship primaries in Nasarawa State, calling on all party faithful to sheathe their swords and rally behind a common vision for the state's development. In a press statement issued shortly after his victory...

Lazarus Angbazo: The Countries that will lead the AI Economy are being decided right Now — By Their PowerGrids

Nigeria has enough installed generation to power a mid-sized country. The grid delivers less than half of it. Around the world, the race to build AI-ready power infrastructure is already underway — and the decisions African governments and investors make in the next eighteen months will determine...

Cheta Nwanze: Failed visa Marriages

by Cheta Nwanze The 1990 film Green Card told a relatively innocent story: a French immigrant and an American woman enter a marriage of convenience so he can stay in the US. They barely know each other. They hope never to see each other again after the deal...

Digital Marketing for Attorneys

In the competitive landscape of legal services, personal injury and medical malpractice attorneys are finding themselves overshadowed by competitors who dominate online visibility. The root of this issue lies in the digital presence that many firms lack. While traditional word-of-mouth referrals still hold value, the digital age...

Lazarus Angbazo: The global power industry is leaving Africa behind

 Dr. Lazarus AngbazoThe nascent AI revolution is not just driving electricity consumption and massive demand for additional capacity—it is reshaping how power is built, maintained, and delivered. For Africa, the real risk is no longer just insufficient capacity—it is also losing control and ability to manage the capacity it...

Bunmi Onabanjo-Kuku: The first thing you feel when you land in Nigeria

By Bunmi Onabanjo-Kuku The first thing you feel when you land in a country is not its culture, not its cuisine, not its people. It is its airport. That threshold, the space between the jet bridge and the city beyond, tells you everything a nation believes about itself...