Africa: 80% of People Without Electricity Access Live in Nigeria, Other African Nations - Report

Roughly 80 per cent of people who have no access to electricity globally live in Nigeria and other countries in sub-Saharan Africa despite a decline of the number by more than 10… Read more »

Nigeria: Harsh Realities in Nigerian Media Industry

Last week's 'save our soul' call by media executives and the Nigerian Guild of Editors for urgent interventions in the Nigerian media, which is at the mercy of the current harsh… Read more »

Nigeria: 'Renewed Hope', Failing Expectations

Politics is in many ways like religion. It thrives on a foolish expectation of paradise perennially approaching but forever elusive. Take away the promise and prospect of eventual… Read more »

Nigeria: 2027 / The Battle for Lagos ... Why Obasa and Hamzat Hold the Aces

As Lagos heads toward the 2027 gubernatorial race, two major contenders, Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat and House Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, stand out. The reason is simple: they are… Read more »

Nigeria: In the Arena - Threats to Independence of Judiciary

A dinner organised by the Lagos State Government in honour of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, and her presence at the flagging-off of the construction of… Read more »

Nigeria: CAF Women's Champion's League - Edo Queens Shoot Down Champions Mamelodi Ladies to Reach S'final

In a dramatic twist of events in Casablanca last night, Edo Queens crushed Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies' hopes of defending their CAF Women's Champions League title with a come from… Read more »

Nigeria/Rwanda: AFCON 2025 Qualifier - Lookman, Aina, Nwabali Excused From Rwanda Clash in Uyo

*19 countries book places already in Morocco 2025 continental fiesta Read more »

Nigeria: Will Rauf Aregbesola Move to PDP?

Rumours have been swirling, and a recent fake campaign poster places Rauf Aregbesola as a Senate candidate under the PDP. Given his recent suspension from the APC, this idea might… Read more »

Nigeria: Celebration Times for Billionaire Businessman, Scott Tommey

Scott Tommey, the billionaire with the "oyinbo" name, is once again the centre of attention in Nigeria's elite circles as he marks another year. Read more »

Nigeria: Appraising CBN's Monetary Policy Accomplishments Under Cardoso

Though some of the recent monetary policy directions of the Central Bank of Nigeria may have brought hardship to the ordinary Nigerian, they have nonetheless, helped to reposition… Read more »

Nigeria: Amplifying the Voices of Tomorrow's Leaders

Tiffany-Annabelle, the Nigerian art scene's rising star, has pulled off a remarkable feat with "Future Voices: A Child's Vision in a Changing World," a captivating child art… Read more »

Nigeria: Odegbami Hails Osimhen for Equaling His Record

Legendary Segun 'Mathematical' Odegbami has saluted Victor Osimhen after the Napoli loanee at Galatasaray equaled his goals tally in the Super Eagles. Read more »

Nigeria: Borno Billionaire, Mohammed Indimi's New Portfolio

Indimi's appointment is promising for Julius Berger, Nigeria's premier engineering and construction firm. Read more »

Nigeria: Kap Film Academy in Partnership With U.S. Consulate Train Youths

From November 12 to 16, 20 young creatives participated in an intensive workshop where they were trained in directing and cinematography. The workshop is a joint partnership… Read more »

Nigeria: Qnet, Transblue Showcase Promising Ventures for Nigerian Entrepreneurs

The collaborative partnership between QNET and Transblue took center stage at a highly anticipated exhibition and workshop aimed at redefining opportunities for entrepreneurship… Read more »

Nigeria: All Eyes On Okpebholo As New Governor of Edo State

As he steps loudly into the shoes of the Governor of Edo State, the spotlight is now on Senator Monday Okpebholo. Many are asking if he can truly deliver on his promise to make Edo… Read more »

Nigeria: Lakurawa Terror Group Must Not Come to Stay

The emergence of Lakurawa, a new terror group in the North-west, has compounded the state of insecurity caused by bandits that have been terrorising the zone. With the obvious… Read more »

Nigeria: How We're Building Institutional Capacities of INEC, National Assembly

In strengthening and consolidating Nigeria's democracy, the three arms of government have very critical roles to play. In this interview with Wale Igbintade, the Executive Director… Read more »

Nigeria: An Art Fair to Paint a City Red...

A creative revolution is set to ripple through Nigeria's cultural landscape as the Benin Art Fair 2024 (T-BAF) launches an ambitious bid to revitalise Edo State's rich creative… Read more »

Nigeria: #COP29 Climate Summit - Atiku Faults Nigeria's Large Delegation

The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general election, Atiku Abubakar has criticised what he described as Nigeria's large delegation to this… Read more »

Nigeria: The Vigil Nigeria Must Keep

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, rubs many people the wrong way. In a country so used and so abused by a particular breed of… Read more »

Nigeria: Imo Category 'C' Election - Oyetola Inaugurates Inter-Ministerial Committee

Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has called for a comprehensive action in Nigeria's bid to be elected into Category C of the International Maritime… Read more »

Nigeria: Safelify Set to Enhance Travel Experience With New Product Offerings

A digital travel support firm, SafeLify International, is set to launch a one stop shop application aimed at enhancing users travel experience with an integrated user interface… Read more »

Nigeria: Renewed Interest in UBA, Zenith Bank, 28 Others Lift Stock Market

The stock market segment of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) yesterday closed on a positive note with a gain of 0.16 per cent as investors renewed interest in United Bank for… Read more »

Nigeria: Pshan 2024 - Celebrating Healthcare Excellence, Inspiring Change

In a night of glamour and inspiration, the 2024 Private Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria, PSHAN, Annual Gala and Awards Night spotlighted the unsung heroes of Nigeria's healthcare… Read more »