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…
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…
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,…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a serious warning about ongoing global fuel shortages. Particularly for diesel and jet fuel, which are expected to persist for the foreseeable future. Although a tentative ceasefire has been announced between the United States and Iran. The critical Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed to major energy shipments….
Nigerian skit maker Nasboi has stirred widespread reactions on social media after sharing a controversial take on relationships and marriage. In a post on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, the entertainer claimed that many men typically marry for love, while a large number of women marry for financial security. The statement quickly went viral, sparking…
The World Bank has downgraded Nigeria’s economic growth projection for 2026 to 4.1%, down from its earlier estimate of 4.4%, reflecting growing global and domestic economic pressures. The revised outlook was released in the bank’s latest Africa Economic Update. Where it highlighted rising global uncertainties, weaker investment, and structural challenges as key reasons for the…
Afrika Bambaataa, a trailblazer in hip-hop music, has passed away at the age of 68. According to TMZ, he died on Thursday (April 9) in Pennsylvania due to complications from cancer. Born Lance Taylor in 1957 to Jamaican and Barbadian parents, Bambaataa grew up in the Bronx River Projects in New York City. He became…
