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A scholar has made remarks about Prophet Muhammad, sparking protest and outrage in Kano

Some residents of Kano, Northwest Nigeria, on Wednesday staged a peaceful protest over alleged blasphemous comments made by Islamic cleric, Sheikh Lawan Abubakar Triumph,...

Police wants Anambra Senator Andy Uba arrested over a N400 million job scam – details

The Inspector General of Police, IGP, Kayode Egbetokun has formally asked a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja to issue a bench warrant for...

In Ondo, a young boy accused of plucking cocoa pods, was beaten to death

The Ondo State Police Command has warned against jungle justice following the death of a young boy, allegedly beaten to death, who was accused...

14 Nigerian banks have fully met the new capital requirement – CBN

Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Yemi Cardoso, said yesterday that 14 Nigerian banks have fully met the new capital requirement in the...

FIRS has credited Nigeria’s record revenue growth to bold fiscal reforms

Dr Zacch Adedeji, Chairman of FIRS, has credited Nigeria’s record revenue growth to bold fiscal reforms introduced by President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Adedeji revealed that...

Katsina State House of Assembly to ban graduation celebrations in schools across the state

The Katsina State House of Assembly has urged the state government to ban graduation celebrations in schools across the state. The resolution was reached during...

British authorities prevented the airline from obtaining clearance to fly into London for seven years – Allen Onyema

Allen Onyema, Chairman of Air Peace, has stated that British authorities prevented the airline from obtaining clearance to fly into London for seven years. Onyema,...

Lagos State Government continues to demolish more areas across Lekki area – read for more

The Lagos State Government has demolished illegal shanties and a car wash in the Lekki area of the state. Commissioner for the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources,...

In Anambra, the Police arrested a man for staging his own abduction – here’s all you need to know

The Police Command in Anambra has taken custody of a 38-year-old man, who allegedly faked his own abduction, from personnel of the 302 Artillery...

Gunmen have abducted lawmaker representing Pankshin South Constituency in the Plateau State House of Assembly

Gunmen have abducted Hon. Laven Denty Jacob, the lawmaker representing Pankshin South Constituency in the Plateau State House of Assembly. The incident occurred on Monday...

Former Super Eagles player has been arrested for fraud

Former Super Eagles player, Victor Ezeji, has been arrested by operatives of the Rivers State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) over alleged fraud involving the...

Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has spoken on her relationship with Davido and betrayal

Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has spoken on her relationship with fellow music icon Davido, clarifying recent tensions and stressing that she harbours no ill...

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Why Mobile Gaming Is Growing Faster Than Ever in Africa

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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...