Death toll in attack by gunmen in Nigeria rises to at least 160
The Red Cross said at least 162 people have been killed by gunmen in Nigeria’s western Kwara state, one of the deadliest attacks in the country in recent months. “Reports said that the death toll now stands at 162, as the search for more bodies continues,” said Babaomo Ayodeji, Kwara state secretary of the Red... Read More
Nigeria Charges Nine Over 2025 Yelwata Massacre That Killed 150
Nigerian prosecutors have charged nine individuals with terrorism-related offences over the June 2025 massacre in Yelwata, Benue State, one of the deadliest attacks in the country in recent years. At least 150 people were killed on 13 June when armed assailants, wielding AK-47 rifles, stormed the Yelwata community in central Nigeria. The attackers reportedly torched... Read More
Ademola Lookman Leaves Atalanta, Completes Move to Atlético Madrid
Nigerian superstar and reigning African Footballer of the Year, Ademola Lookman, has completed a move from Atalanta to Atlético Madrid, turning down a lucrative salary offer from Turkish Super Lig giants Fenerbahçe. The transfer brings to an end a challenging 18-month period for the 28-year-old forward, who had been pushing for an exit from the... Read More
Tyla Beats Davido, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr To Clinch ‘Best African Music Performance’
The 24-year-old singer won the category with her track “Push 2 Start,” securing her second Grammy win in the same category. She first made history in 2024 when she won the award at its debut for her breakout global hit “Water,” making her the first artist to receive the honour twice since its introduction. This... Read More
Fela vs Wizkid: A Clash of Generational Legacies
Recently fan loyalty has been a major driver of online arguments, with the most recent comparison involving Wizkid and Fela Anikulapo Kuti took an unexpected turn on social media. It all began on Tuesday when what started as fans comparing their favourite artistes quickly grew into one of the most emotionally charged cultural debates in... Read More
The new Bishoftu Airport set to become Africa’s biggest aviation hub
Construction has commenced in the town of Bishoftu on what Ethiopia claims will be Africa’s largest airport and the continent’s most extensive aviation infrastructure project. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed laid a ceremonial plaque on Saturday to mark the beginning of work at the site, situated 45 kilometres southeast of Addis Ababa. Financing The project was... Read More
Africa House in Davos: A fresh approach to fast-track Africa’s decade of transformation
Nations, businesses, and societies today have far greater freedom to pursue diverse global partnerships in pursuit of their strategic goals across trade, technology, climate, security, and beyond. As power diffuses and supply chains realign, the long-standing assumptions that once governed global trade are being re-examined and redefined. In this shifting geopolitical landscape, the hallmark of... Read More
ECOWAS team leaves Guinea-Bissau after threat of expulsion
A mission from the West African Regional bloc, ECOWAS, has left Guinea-Bissau saying the president had threatened to expel it. The team was sent to the country last month to help it reach a “political consensus” on how to conduct elections this year. It said it had “prepared a draft agreement on a roadmap for... Read More
Gov Yusuf discussion with Tinubu – Aide
Gov. Yusuf discussed key national issues with Tinubu, focusing on economic development, security challenges, and strategies for improving governance. The conversation also covered collaboration between their respective administrations to enhance infrastructure and social welfare programs. Both leaders emphasized the importance of unity and collective effort in addressing the country’s pressing concerns. According to the statement,... Read More
Experts call for AI skills development in Africa’s education sector
Experts in emerging technologies have called for upskilling and reskilling in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) within academia in Africa. The call comes as the AI revolution is underway, with tremendous potential to transform digital economies, including those in the Global South. Speaking at the Deep Tech Summit in the university town of Benguerir,... Read More