Nigeria Erupts in Nationwide Protests OverKidnapped Teachers and Pupils
Nigeria woke up to a wave of coordinated protests today as the Nigeria Labour Congress, theNigerian Union of Teachers, civil society organisations and student bodies poured into thestreets of Lagos, Abuja, Ibadan, Ogun, Plateau, Kaduna, Kano, Akwa Ibom and other states,demanding the immediate release of teachers and pupils kidnapped by bandits in Oyo andBorno.The trigger... Read More
Shell Under Scrutiny Over Ignored Pipeline Warnings in Niger Delta
A BBC investigation has alleged that oil giant Shell ignored repeated internal warnings about the condition of a major pipeline in Nigeria’s Niger Delta for several years before significant oil spills occurred. According to the investigation, company documents and internal communications suggest concerns were raised regarding the aging infrastructure and the risk of leaks. Despite... Read More
Hague Tribunal Slams Door on Rwanda: No UK Asylum Payout
The Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague has dismissed Rwanda’s bid toextract more than £60 million ($80 million) from the United Kingdom over the cancelledRwanda asylum deal, in a ruling that closes the last major legal chapter of one ofBritain’s most controversial migration experiments.The three-judge panel ruled by majority on Monday that diplomatic notes... Read More
Dangote Cuts Petrol Price; NLC Rejects N100,000 Minimum Wage Proposal
Nigeria’s fuel and wage debates took center stage again as the Dangote Petroleum Refinery announced a reduction in petrol prices, while the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) maintained its opposition to a proposed N100,000 national minimum wage. The latest petrol price adjustment by the Dangote Refinery is expected to bring some relief to consumers and businesses... Read More
Oil Workers Lock Down NUPRC Nationwide in Surprise Strike
Nigeria’s upstream oil regulator has been brought to a standstill. Members of thePetroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) walkedout on Monday and remain off the job this morning, locking the gates of the NigerianUpstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) headquarters in Abuja and fieldoffices across the country.The action — declared indefinite —... Read More
Osimhen DROPPED from Super Eagles Squad as Mega-Money Transfer Looms
Nigerian football fans woke up this morning to a bombshell: Victor Osimhen has beenleft out of the Super Eagles squad for the upcoming June friendlies against Poland andPortugal — and the reason is a transfer saga that may be entering its final hours.Head coach Eric Chelle confirmed in the early hours that the 26-year-old striker,currently... Read More
Ethiopia Votes: Polls Open as Abiy Eyes Another Landslide Amid Conflict
Polling stations across Ethiopia opened at 6 a.m. local time this morning as Africa’ssecond-most populous country began voting in a general election widely expected toextend Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s grip on power — even as parts of the countryremain trapped in armed conflict.Long queues formed before dawn in Addis Ababa, where heavy military and federalpolice... Read More
Qing Madi Unleashes Fresh Sound in New Album Release
Fast-rising Nigerian singer and songwriter Qing Madi has officially released her highly anticipated new album, sparking excitement among fans and music lovers across the country and beyond. The project, which showcases her unique blend of Afrobeat, soul, and contemporary sounds, further cements her position as one of the emerging voices in Nigeria’s music industry. Since... Read More
Ojude Oba Festival Celebrates Yoruba Culture in Vibrant Style
Thousands of people gathered in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, as the annual Ojude Oba Festival was celebrated in grand and colorful fashion, showcasing the richness of Yoruba culture and tradition. The festival, which takes place shortly after the Eid-el-Kabir celebration, drew indigenes, tourists, cultural groups, and dignitaries from across Nigeria and beyond. Participants appeared in elaborate... Read More
NDC Holds Nationwide Primaries Today as 2027 Race Takes Shape
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) is set to hold its nationwide primaries today as political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections continue to gather momentum across the country. Party members, delegates, and officials are expected to converge in various states and constituencies to elect candidates for key elective positions, including governorship, senatorial, House of... Read More