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...
As troops ambush Boko Haram terrorists
Another notorious Boko Haram terrorist, known as Bochu Abacha, has surrendered to the troops of Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF). MNJTF spokesman, Lt. Col. Olaniyi Osoba,...
See the Naira exchange rate for Saturday, September 28, 2024, in Abuja and Lagos respectively below: Abuja: Date Currency Buying (₦) Central (₦) Selling (₦) 28/09/24...
National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) on Friday concluded training of 40 SPY Police drawn from North Central Nigeria in a bid to strengthen enforcement...
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...
Bishop Kayode Williams, the Director General of Prison Rehabilitation Mission, a non-governmental organization (NGO), has on Friday, September 27, 2024, clarified why controversial crossdresser, Idris Okuneye,...
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...
See the Naira exchange rate for Friday, September 27, 2024, in Abuja and Lagos respectively below: Abuja: Date Currency Buying (₦) Central (₦) Selling (₦) 27/09/24...
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...
The Presidency for Nigeria don confirm on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, for Abuja State House, say President Bola Ahmed Tinubu go soon restructure him 47 cabinet...
Following the heavy rainfall and the present devastation of Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, due to the collapse of Alau Dam, Nigerians living in coastal areas...
Matter adjourned till November 13, 2024
A suit filed by Activist, Dr. Ifeanyichukwu Okonkwo, at the Federal High Court, Awka Division, Anambra State, seeking account for Local Government (LG) funds, was on...
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...
An eruption of fury and indignation has followed the abduction of Nigerian Journalist, Rowland ‘Shuwa’ Olonishuwa, based in Ilorin from his residence by armed individuals believed...
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,...
See the Naira exchange rate for Thursday, September 26, 2024, in Abuja and Lagos respectively below: Abuja: Date Currency Buying (₦) Central (₦) Selling (₦) 26/09/24...
The recent announcement by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, regarding the Federal Executive Council’s (FEC) approval for the construction of 40 luxurious houses...