Africa

Hon. Phrank Shaibu Named AU Ambassador to Pan-African Agenda 2063

Hon. Phrank Shaibu, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has been appointed Ambassador and member of the Governing Council of the Pan-African Agenda 2063 by the African Union (AU). Shaibu officially assumed his role...

Durban–Réunion Air Link Set to Take Off as Charter Service

A new air link between Durban, South Africa, and Réunion Island will soon take off, initially operating as a charter service rather than a regular commercial flight.Collaboration Between Operators The flights are being launched through a partnership between Engage Connection...

House Committee Threatens to Compel Banks, Agencies Amid Probe of Agricultural Intervention Funds

The Ad hoc Committee of the House of Representatives investigating agricultural subsidies, intervention funds, and aid programmes from 2015 to 2025 has expressed frustration over repeated disregard for parliamentary invitations by key government agencies and financial institutions. During a resumed...

INEC Warns Electorate Against Misusing PVCs, Urges Replacement Through CVR Centres

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday warned Nigerians against defacing, misplacing, or improperly handling their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), citing the high cost of producing the cards. Dr. Queen Elizabeth Agwu, Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Anambra State,...

Nigerian Army, France Strengthen Defence Cooperation

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to deepening military cooperation with France following a high-level meeting with the French Defence Attaché to Nigeria, Colonel Stéphane Useo, in Abuja. The strategic engagement, held...

EFCC Witness Tells Court Former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello Not Linked to Local Government Fund Transfers

A witness for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday told the Federal High Court in Abuja that former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, was not mentioned in any of the local government transactions under investigation. The...

Nigeria’s Livestock Ministry Pledges Partnership with World Bank and AfDB to Tackle Climate Change

The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with the World Bank Group and the African Development Bank (AfDB) to address climate change challenges in Nigeria’s livestock sector while promoting sustainable growth and inclusive development. The...

Governor Uba Sani Commissions 22km Pambeguwa-Kahutu-Kauru Road

Governor Uba Sani on Tuesday commissioned the 22-kilometre Pambeguwa–Kahutu–Kauru road, delivering a major infrastructure boost to Kubau and Kauru Local Government Areas in Kaduna State. The project features a key bridge that directly links both LGAs and improves regional connectivity.Travel...

Tonto Dikeh Shares Emotional Reunion Between Son King Andre and Father Olakunle

Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has sparked widespread reactions on social media after sharing a heartfelt video showing her son, King Andre, reuniting with his father, Olakunle, following a long period of strained relations. The video, posted on Dikeh’s verified Instagram...

Omotola Jalade Ekeinde Clears the Air on Genevieve Nnaji Rumours

Veteran Nollywood star Omotola Jalade Ekeinde has firmly dismissed rumours of a long-running feud with fellow actress Genevieve Nnaji, saying the industry and fans exaggerated harmless comparisons into rivalry.Speaking during an interview on Yanga FM, Omotola said she never...
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Tobi Amusan Eyes Third African Hurdles Gold at Accra Championships

Nigeria’s world record holder, Tobi Amusan, will begin her quest for a third African women’s 100 metres hurdles title...
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