New AI Platform Targets Music Creators Google has partnered with Believe to expand access to AI-powered music tools. The collaboration will support artists, producers, and songwriters through the Flow Music platform. Flow Music, previously known as ProducerAI, operates under Google Labs. It offers tools for creating lyrics, melodies, and instrumentals. Access Extended to TuneCore Artists…
Currency Strengthens in Official Market The Nigerian naira recorded a modest gain against the United States Dollar on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. The improvement appeared in both the official and parallel markets. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed the naira trading around ₦1,362 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM). This…
Aisha Yesufu, activist and co-convener of the Bring Back Our Girls movement, has joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) from the African Democratic Party (ADC) and declared her intention to contest for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) senatorial seat. In a post on X on Wednesday, Yesufu said her decision followed her support for Peter…
Crude Prices Fall on De-escalation Hopes Global oil prices declined sharply after reports suggested that the United States and Iran are close to reaching a peace agreement. West Texas Intermediate (WTI), the US benchmark, fell by about 10% in early trading before recovering slightly to trade near $94 per barrel. Brent crude also dropped, trading…
Nyesom Wike, minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), says Siminalayi Fubara, governor of Rivers state, is attempting to backtrack on agreements reached during peace talks brokered by President Bola Tinubu. Speaking during a media chat on Wednesday, Wike said Fubara had agreed not to pursue a second term as part of efforts to resolve…
Bayo Onanuga, special adviser to President Bola Tinubu on information and strategy, says Babachir Lawal has now realised that Peter Obi only supports political arrangements that favour him. In a post on X, Onanuga reacted to comments by Lawal, former secretary to the government of the federation (SGF), accusing Obi of avoiding competitive primaries. “The…
Carter Efe Raises Alarm Over Unpaid ₦50 Million Prize Popular content creator Carter Efe has raised concerns over his unpaid ₦50 million prize after winning a celebrity boxing match. He defeated Portable in a bout that attracted wide attention online. Prize Promise Sparks Controversy Businessman E-Money announced the cash reward immediately after the fight. He…
The Nigeria Police Force says it has launched a manhunt for two suspects linked to the extrajudicial killing of Mene Ogidi in Delta state. In a press briefing on Tuesday, the police said the suspects include the driver who delivered the parcel allegedly containing a fabricated pistol and ammunition, as well as two members of…
Nigerian Woman Challenges Moniepoint CEO Over Talent Remarks A Nigerian woman has criticised Tosin Eniolorunda over his comments on the country’s talent pool. Her response followed widespread reactions to his claim that many Nigerian youths lack global-standard skills. Viral Video Sparks Debate The woman, known as @queen_iphe on TikTok, shared her views in a video…
Babachir Lawal, former secretary to the government of the federation (SGF), says Peter Obi was never fully committed to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) before leaving the party. Speaking on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Tuesday, Lawal said members of the coalition had long suspected that Obi was not comfortable within the party. “He had…
