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VIDEO: NDLEA intercepts 1.8 million narcotic pills hidden in noodles

NDLEA has intercepted 1.8 million tramadol and other narcotic pills in Lagos and Gombe states. Its spokesman, Femi Babafemi, stated on Sunday in Abuja that...

PHOTOs: Reactions as Edo governor, Obaseki, commissions street light in style

The governor of Edo state, Godwin Obaseki, on Saturday commissioned a three-kilometre streetlights project along Siluko Rd and another 3.3km streetlights along Sapele Rd,...

Russia rejects Ukraine peace proposal, says ‘No Christmas ceasefire’

Russia has said no “Christmas ceasefire” was on the cards after nearly 10 months of the war in Ukraine, with fighting looking set to...

Pope Francis urges people to cut back on Christmas spending; donate to Ukraine instead

Pope Francis has urged people to celebrate Christmas more modestly and donate the savings to Ukraine. The head of the Catholic Church said during a...

We are not behind attacks on INEC facilities in Imo — IPOB

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has denied attacking the offices of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), saying it has no interest in...

Benue police distance self from decomposed naira notes in viral video; reveal real owner

The Benue State Police Command has debunked a video trending on social media purported to be bags of rotten naira notes discovered in a...

‘Stop begging for aid’, Ghana president urges African leaders as he seeks $3bn loan from IMF

Ghanaian President, Nana Akufo-Addo, on Tuesday called on all African leaders to stop begging for aid and allow the continent to assume its rightful...

‘You Can Quote Me’: Bola Tinubu is not an indigene of Lagos — Bode George

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George, has said that the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola...

Adeleke vows to recover monies owed by mining operators in Osun gold fields

Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun on Monday said his administration would recover all monies owed by mining/gold companies operating in state fields. Adeleke said this...

Reactions as ARCON says skit makers, bloggers, influencers must get approval for digital adverts

The Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON), has said skit makers, social media influencers, and bloggers, among others must get its approval before advertising...

‘My Turning Point’: Singer Yinka Ayefele celebrates 25 years of survival after accident in 1997

Gospel musician, Yinka Ayefele, has celebrated and expressed appreciation to "the owner" of his "destiny" twenty-five years after he survived an auto crash. The singer...

Police kill three attackers of INEC office in Imo

Vigilant policemen on Monday gunned down three attackers of the Imo State headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Owerri, the State...

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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...