Maleek Berry, an acclaimed Afrobeats singer and producer, has shared his early encounters with global music star Davido during their early stages. Davido, despite his wealthy...
The campaign for the general elections set for October 9 began on Saturday, August 24, in Mozambique. The ruling party since independence in 1975, Frelimo, will...
It was another dramatic night on the central Mediterranean Sea on Friday with the non-governmental organization, Doctors Without Borders, rescuing nearly 200 migrants in five operations....
Nigeria has appointed Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as its 23rd Chief Justice of the Federation, marking a significant milestone as the country welcomes its second female Chief...
Ladi Kwali’s life was a testament to the power of passion and dedication. Born in a small village in Northern Nigeria, she grew up surrounded by...
Botswana has announced the discovery of one of the largest diamonds ever unearthed at one of its mines. The diamond will be displayed to the public...
In a recent escalation on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Nigerians and South Africans have engaged in a series of retaliatory pranks on August...
By Maureen Chigbo
Paul Ejime, an acclaimed journalist and governance communications specialist, and Bash Ali, a former World Boxing Champion, have been honoured with the West Africa Icon Award...
The jet, a Bombardier 6000 type BD-700-1A10, was previously seized from Dan Etete, a former petroleum minister, and had been stored in Canada.
Zhongshang Fucheng Industrial Investment Ltd, a Chinese company, has successfully repossessed a private jet valued at $57million from the Nigerian government. The jet, a Bombardier 6000...
Isese Day, a significant celebration in Yoruba land, is observed on August 20th every year. This annual celebration is a testament to the rich cultural heritage...
Isese Day, also known as “Odun Isese,” has its roots in the primordial era of Yoruba civilization. According to oral tradition, the festival commemorates the mythical...
In a move that may spark renewed protests, Kenya’s National Treasury and Economic Planning has announced plans to revive the controversial eco-levy tax. The tax, which...
The Nigerian government’s treatment of of #EndBadGovernance protesters, including Michael Lenin, Mosiu Sodiq, and Eleojo Opaluwa, is a blatant affront to the rule of law. Plus,...
Senegal has marked an historic milestone with the successful launch of its first satellite from California, United States, on Sunday evening. It has become one of...
There were long queues of automobiles on Sunday at the few filling stations selling petrol in the commercial city of Lagos and the Federal Capital Territory...
Dricus Du Plessis of South Africa has successfully defended his middleweight title against Israel Adesanya of Nigeria, at UFC 305, submitting the former champion via rear-naked...
In Uganda, the death toll from the collapse of a landfill in Kampala has risen to 34, with many residents and homes in the Kiteezi neighborhood...
South African prosecutors withdrew charges against 95 Libyan nationals who were arrested last month at what police said was an illegal military training camp in Mpumalanga...
France commemorated the 80th anniversary of the Allied landings on the French Riviera during World War II to repel the Nazis, with events on Thursday that...
A treasure trove of artefacts from Egypt’s last dynasty has been discovered in 63 tombs in the Nile Delta region and experts are working to restore...
Salwa Eid Naser, born Ebelechukwu Agbapuonwu, is a Nigerian-born Bahraini sprinter who has defied all odds to become a world champion. Her remarkable journey is a...
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, Burna Boy, has expanded his reach beyond music by launching four football academies in different parts of Nigeria. This venture aims to nurture...
An African prison has been described as “hell on earth” as prisoners detail the horrific conditions they live in, including the smell of rotting flesh. Inmates...
In a move aimed at addressing the longstanding issues of prison overcrowding which hampers safety in Congolese prisons, the Democratic Republic of Congo has released 527...
The Nigerian government has apologised for the country’s performance at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, where it failed to win any medal. The Minister of...
