Nigerian singer Asake faces criticism from fans over the ₦300,000 ticket price for his upcoming Lagos homecoming concert. Many have expressed outrage, saying the cost is too high for a local show amid Nigeria’s current economic challenges. Fans are comparing the price to international concerts, noting that similar events abroad often cost less. Some accuse…
Africa begins HIV prevention with the first public rollout of lenacapavir, a new injectable drug. South Africa, Eswatini, and Zambia started administering the twice-yearly injection this week. Lenacapavir has shown remarkable results, reducing the risk of HIV transmission by more than 99.9%. Health experts describe the rollout as a major breakthrough for the region, which…
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He made the move ahead of the state’s governorship election in August 2026, where he is expected to seek a second term. Meanwhile, his resignation has sparked political speculation across the state. His spokesman, Olawale Rasheed, announced the resignation on Monday…
Cross River State Government has unveiled the full schedule for the 2025 Calabar Carnival, themed “Traces of Time.” The festival runs from November 30, 2025, to January 1, 2026, featuring over 60 major events across Calabar and other cities. The programme positions the carnival as Africa’s premier street festival and Nigeria’s longest yuletide celebration. To…
Cross River State Governor, Sen. Bassey Otu, switched on the 2025 Christmas tree and festive lights at the Calabar Cenotaph on Monday. The ceremony marked the start of the Christmas season. It also highlighted a spirit of unity and continuity in governance. Addressing residents, artistes, and dignitaries, Governor Otu said the event celebrated leadership legacies…
Governors of the 19 Northern states met in Kaduna on Monday. Traditional rulers also attended. Together, they agreed on new steps to tackle rising insecurity in the region. The meeting took place at Sir Kashim Ibrahim House. Members of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and the Northern Traditional Rulers’ Council led the discussions. Leaders…
Badaru resigns as Nigeria’s Minister of Defence with immediate effect. Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar submitted his letter of resignation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on December 1. He cited health reasons for stepping down from the role. The Presidency confirmed the resignation on Monday. President Tinubu accepted Badaru’s decision and thanked him for his service…
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has partnered with the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) to prevent terrorist attacks on schools. The agreement was reached during a courtesy visit to UBEC by Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, on Monday. Air Marshal Aneke told UBEC officials that the partnership will strengthen national education security….
Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, ordered police officers to arrest anyone found escorting unauthorised VIPs. The directive, issued on November 30, instructed the IGP Monitoring Unit and Commissioners of Police X-Squads to monitor and enforce the VIP escorts ban strictly. The police leadership wants officers to return to core duties and improve public safety….
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s bloc within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has begun consultations to select a southern politician as a possible running mate ahead of the 2027 presidential election. ADC Targets Southern Candidate Ahead of 2027 Sources close to the group revealed that the strategy is aimed at strengthening regional balance while boosting…
