Grief and Devastation as Death Toll from Mokwa Floods Surpasses 200
More than 200 lives have been lost following catastrophic flooding in the Nigerian town of Mokwa, situated in north-central Niger State. The torrential rains, believed […]
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Benin Rebukes Niger’s Terror Allegations Amid Escalating Diplomatic Rift
Benin’s Government has firmly dismissed recent accusations from Niger’s transitional president, General Abdourahamane Tiani, who claimed that Beninese territory is hosting terrorist training camps aimed […]
China shifts EV strategy to Africa amid Western tariffs
Facing rising tariffs in the United States and European Union, China is accelerating its pivot to Africa as the next frontier for electric vehicle (EV) […]
Nigeria’s President Affirms Economic Progress Amidst Challenges, Calls for National Patience
In a reflective address marking his second year in office, President Bola Tinubu conveyed on May 29 a message of cautious optimism to Nigerians, asserting […]
Visa walls, empty wallets: Schengen rejections cost African applicants millions
In 2024, African travelers collectively lost nearly $70 million in non-refundable Schengen visa fees, exposing a growing financial and mobility crisis. According to new data […]
Nigeria Positions Itself as Africa’s Mining Powerhouse Amid Global Demand for Critical Minerals
From subdued margins to a surge in global investor confidence, Nigeria’s solid minerals sector is undergoing a quiet transformation — one that is rapidly redefining […]
President Tinubu Endorsed by Nigeria’s Ruling Party for Re-election in 2027
The All Progressives Congress (APC), which is in power in Nigeria, endorsed President Bola Tinubu on Thursday, May 22 to seek a second and final […]
Cameroon Celebrated Its 53rd National Day With Parades
Cameroon held both military and civilian parades throughout the nation on Tuesday, May 20 to commemorate the 53rd anniversary of its National Day. Hundreds of […]
South Africa to Appeal a Nigerian Pastor Found not Guilty of Rape
The authorities in South Africa say they will follow to the end legal action against Nigerian televangelist Timothy Omotoso who has left the country. Omotoso […]
Leading Nigerian Banks Earn N165.27 Billion From e-banking in Q1 2025 Due to Fintech Competition
Despite growing competition from fintech companies, eight major Nigerian banks—including Zenith, Access, and UBA—reported a combined electronic banking income of N165.27 billion in the first […]