Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, famously known as Wizkid, has become the first African artiste to surpass 9 billion streams on Spotify. Yes, you read that right […]
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#EndSARS: Lagos Court Slams Police with ₦10m Fine for Harassing Peaceful Protesters
In a landmark judgment that has stirred both relief and quiet celebration among human rights activists, the Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the […]
“No Come-and-Go Politicians, Please” – Babangida Aliyu Warns PDP – Ex-Niger Governor says loyalty should matter in Nigerian politics
In the murky waters of Nigerian politics, where party-switching has become as common as PHCN outages, one elder statesman is calling for a little discipline […]
WAFCON 2024: Super Falcons Land in Rabat for Final Showdown with Morocco
The mood is charged. The drums of hope are beating loud once again as Nigeria’s Super Falcons touch down in Rabat, Morocco — ready for […]
Lagos Rice Traders Cry Foul Over Smuggling Allegation, Demand Investigation
The air was thick with frustration at Daleko Market in Mushin, Lagos, on Tuesday as local traders rallied against what they call a malicious and […]
“Refine It All!”: Tinubu’s Big Dream for Nigerian Oil Industry Gets a Boost
Nigeria wants to refine all its crude oil at home. Yes, all of it. No more sending it abroad and then buying it back at […]
Cholera Creeps Back—Niger State Battles Deadly Outbreak as 12 Die, 230 Hospitalised
When 65-year-old Hajara from Shiroro first noticed her grandson vomiting and running to the toilet every few minutes, she thought it was a minor stomach […]
Nigerian Passport Rises in Global Ranking — But Don’t Pack Your Bags Just Yet
For once, some passport news that doesn’t involve jollof rice-smuggling tales at airport customs. Nigeria’s green passport — often the subject of memes and side-eyes […]
Nigeria Sets Sights on 100% Local Oil Refining — As West Africa Plots Big Fuel Trade Move
In the heat of Abuja’s sun and policy ambition, Nigeria has just set a new energy target — and this one is bold. The country […]
Nigeria Steps Forward: SDG Progress Report Tells a Tale of Hope, Hustle, and Honest Reflection
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