Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, faces persistent challenges in improving life expectancy. Despite a steady increase from 32.62 years in 1950 to 56.05 years in 2024,...
By Fred Zindi
In 1984, Debbie Metcalfe, Musekiwa Kumbula, Stanley Gumbe, Jeffery John Chavunduka, Mike Mhundwa and myself, formed an organisation which we called the Zimbabwe Music Promoters Association...
The withdrawal of Justice Binta Nyako from Nnamdi Kanu’s terrorism trial marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing saga. Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of...
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested former Taraba State Governor, Darius Ishaku, over allegations of N27 billion fraud. Top sources within the commission...
A fresh report released by the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative has shown that in 2023, 153.44 million barrels of crude oil were deferred. The report...
Due to the pricing mechanism in the oil sector, independent oil marketers may not be able to buy petrol for sale from the Dangote Refinery. The...
The Nigerian government’s decision to increase Value Added Tax (VAT) from 7.5% to 10% is totally condemnable. This move is touted by the federal government as...
Prosecutors in Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso have launched investigations into the activities of a French Journalist, Wassim Nasr. The countries are concerned over his links...
Antony Joshua dey prepare for rematch wit Daniel Dubois after Saudi Arabia boxing oga wey hin name na Turki Alalshikh, order another kasala between dem two...
Anthony Joshua is gearing up for a rematch with Daniel Dubois after Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh ordered another fight between the British rivals. Joshua’s career...
More than 700 people have been killed in Lebanon since Monday as Israel continues its bombardment, defying global ceasefire calls, including from its ally, the United...
Tragedy has struck Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, as Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, wife of Governor Pastor Umo Eno, passed away on September 26, 2024, after...
Chelsea central defender Tosin Adarabioyo has expressed his desire to represent Nigeria, a move that could bolster the team’s defensive options. As interim Super Eagles coach...
Rokia Traore, a renowned Malian singer and guitarist, is set to be extradited from Italy, following a long-standing custody dispute. Traore, who was sentenced to a...
The hype surrounding Hamster Kombat crypto coin, HMSTR, has quickly turned to disillusionment as its Nigerian subscribers cry foul over poor returns. The project’s rocky start...
Access Bank PLC has successfully satisfied all legal and regulatory requirements to complete its acquisition of African Banking Corporation (Tanzania) Limited (“BancABC Tanzania” or “BancABC”). With...
Nigeria has secured a $600,000 relief fund and commitments from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to support flood relief efforts and reforms in the health...
The remains of 42 South African freedom fighters who died while exiled in Zimbabwe and Zambia during the struggle against white minority rule arrived in the...
Baga Fish Market, Nigeria’s largest and most renowned fish hub, has rebounded from the ashes of Boko Haram’s destructive legacy. Located in the heart of Maiduguri,...
Three men in Benin, including a former minister and the man in charge of President Patrice Talon’s security, have been arrested on suspicion of plotting a...
The Nigerien junta has ordered the country’s Arm Forces to return to the Multi-National Joint Task Force (MNJTF) after pulling out one year ago. The MNJTF...
The Carabao Cup, England’s second-most prestigious domestic cup competition, has reached its fourth round, showcasing eight electrifying matchups that promise to deliver captivating football. The draw,...
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed new charges against Yahaya Bello, the former governor of Kogi State, alleging fraud to the tune of...
The Senate on Wednesday, September 25, confirmed the acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Hon. Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun for appointment as the substantive CJN. This is...
Nigerian medical doctor, Julius Oni has revealed the reason behind quitting his job at John Hopkins in the United States to return to Nigeria after 25...
