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US revokes the visa of Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro

The US State Department said Friday it would revoke the visa of Colombia’s leftist President Gustavo Petro for his “incendiary actions” during a pro-Palestinian...

South-East no longer Obidient, we’ll vote Tinubu in 2027 – Read more on how Umahi mocks Peter Obi

Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, on Saturday declared that the South-East, and Ebonyi State in particular, will vote for President Bola Tinubu in 2027. Umahi...

Plateau Govt rescues 16 stolen children being trafficked to Anambra

The Plateau State Government, through the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, has announced the rescue of 16 children who were being trafficked...

Julian Alvarez struck twice to earn Atletico Madrid an emphatic 5-2 derby victory over La Liga

Julian Alvarez struck twice to earn Atletico Madrid an emphatic 5-2 derby victory over La Liga leaders Real Madrid on Saturday, ending their rivals’...

Many feared dead in Nigeria as Mining pit Collapses

Scores of people are feared to have lost their lives following the collapse of a mining pit at the Kadauri mining site in the...

Mama P: Top Facts about the fiery ‘Obidient’ Activist Mama Pee arrested in Benin

The arrest of prominent youth leader and ardent 'Obidient' activist, Oruche Ogeamara Precious, widely known as "Mama P," has triggered a storm of condemnation across Nigerian social media and...

“Mama P” of Obedient Movement accused Julius Abure’s supporters of leading an unprovoked attack on her 

Supporters of the Labour Party, LP, threw caution to the winds and engaged in an altercation at the domestic wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport,...

TotalEnergies sells 12.5% stake in Bonga field, Shell, Agip assume liabilities

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has approved a $510 million divestment by TotalEnergies Exploration and Production Nigeria Limited, paving the way for...

PENGASSAN Orders shutdown of Dangote Refinery Operations

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has issued a stunning directive, ordering its members to immediately cut off all gas and crude...

NUC begins nationwide recruitment, opens application portal

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has announced the commencement of a nationwide recruitment exercise to fill several vacancies at its headquarters in Abuja. In a...

Here are the top 10 busiest airports worldwide, passenger traffic

Global air travel has rebounded, with total passenger traffic surging past pre-pandemic levels to hit a record 9.4 billion travelers in 2024. The data from the...

Suspected armed bandits have killed five worshipers and abducted several others in Zamfara

Suspected armed bandits have killed five worshipers and abducted several others during an early morning attack on a mosque in Yan Doto community, Tsafe...

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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...