Africa is increasingly turning inward as global trade tensions reshape supply chains, with Africa internal trade projected to reach $230 billion by 2026. The surge is being driven largely by the African Continental Free Trade Area. Which aims to boost trade among African countries by reducing tariffs and barriers. Recent reports show the continent is…
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, minister of interior, has directed the Nigeria Immigration Service to immediately withdraw and deactivate passports belonging to Nigerians who have formally renounced their citizenship. In a statement issued on Friday, the minister said the directive applies to individuals whose renunciation requests have been duly approved by the president. Tunji-Ojo said the move is…
Funso Doherty has declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Lagos state on the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Doherty made the announcement in a post on X on Saturday. “Yesterday, with humility and a strong belief in the people of Lagos, I declared my intention to contest the governorship…
Bashir Ahmad has urged supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to refrain from defending the wrongdoings of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In a post on X on Friday, the former special assistant to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari on digital media warned that such actions could reinforce claims that the electoral body is biased…
Adekunle Gold and Olamide have finally teamed up to release their highly anticipated single, “Formation,” marking a major milestone for fans and the Nigerian music industry. The collaboration is particularly significant as both artists share deep roots in YBNL Nation, the label where Adekunle Gold began his mainstream career in 2015 under Olamide’s mentorship. Despite…
The United States government has begun enforcing visa ban on individuals accused of violating religious freedom in Nigeria, marking a significant escalation in diplomatic pressure. According to the U.S. State Department, the policy targets Nigerians who “knowingly direct, authorize, fund, support, or carry out” acts that undermine religious freedom. The restrictions may also extend to…
Nasarawa State University, Keffi has recorded 82 first-class graduates as preparations intensify for its upcoming combined convocation ceremony, which will see over 25,000 students graduate. The figure highlights a significant academic achievement for the institution, reflecting improved performance across multiple faculties. The combined convocation will include graduands from several academic sessions. A practice adopted by…
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has directed the Nigeria Immigration Service to immediately withdraw and deactivate passport belonging to individuals who have formally renounced their Nigerian citizenship. The directive applies strictly to those whose renunciation requests have been officially approved by the President, in line with constitutional provisions. According to the Minister, once a person ceases to be…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed claims that its chairman, Joash Amupitan, operates a partisan account on X. It described the allegation as false and malicious. In a statement issued on Friday, Adedayo Oketola, chief press secretary to the INEC chairman, said the claim forms part of a “coordinated campaign of calumny.” He…
Ben Affleck has reportedly given up his entire stake in the $60 million mansion he bought with his ex-wife, Jennifer Lopez—and he did it for free, according to sources. Court documents show the former couple updated their property settlement agreement to include a “transfer of property among spouses.” While the paperwork doesn’t reveal specific details,…
