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The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has commended Lagos State for its vibrant cultural scene, describing Lagos and London as “two of the most culturally dynamic cities in the world.” Mayor Khan made this remark during his visit to Nike…
It’s the intricate chessboard of Nigerian politics, few episodes illustrate the fragile dance between loyalty and ambition as powerfully as the unfolding saga involving Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Rauf Aregbesola, and Segun Adewale (Aeroland). Once bound by shared purpose within…
From oil barons and forex profiteers to political power brokers, he stands against a powerful network of elites whose influence has long undermined Nigeria’s progress. This is not just governance; it is a high-stakes war for the future of the…
Severe flooding in Mokwa, Niger State, has resulted in at least 151 deaths and displaced over 3,000 residents. The disaster, caused by intense pre-dawn rains, submerged homes and infrastructure, highlighting the urgent need for improved flood control measures. President Bola…
The United States has scaled back its military presence and aid in Somalia, leading to concerns over the country’s capacity to combat the al-Shabab insurgency. The reduction has affected the morale and effectiveness of Somali forces, particularly the U.S.-trained Danab…
Egypt and Saudi Arabia have announced the revival of the ambitious ‘Moses Bridge’ project, aiming to connect the two nations across the Red Sea. The $4 billion infrastructure initiative plans to link Ras Hamid in Saudi Arabia with Egypt’s Sharm…
Mali has witnessed its first significant pro-democracy protests in four years, following the military junta’s decision to dissolve all political parties. Demonstrators in Bamako expressed opposition to the junta’s extended hold on power and the suppression of political freedoms. Human…
Lusaka, Zambia – May 26, 2025 — Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has publicly called on the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK) to refund visa application fees to Zambian citizens whose visa requests are denied. The announcement, made…
Lagos, Nigeria — April 18, 2025 In a significant update for Nigerian visa applicants, the United States Embassy has announced revised visa interview requirements that will come into effect on April 22, 2025. This announcement, made via a statement from…
Bayo Bashir Ojulari has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC), bringing to the role a wealth of knowledge and experience as a distinguished Nigerian engineer. His extensive background encompasses expertise in petroleum,…
