Gospel Music Pioneer Toun Soetan Dies At 73
Renowned Nigerian gospel minister and songwriter Toun Soetan, widely known as Evangelist Shouet, has passed away at the age of 73.The veteran evangelist was celebrated as the original composer of the popular Christian chorus Darling Jesus, a worship song that…
Mozambique outdoes South Africa in Africa trade
Standard Bank’s latest barometer shows off-shore gas has helped to propel Mozambique into the top spot in intra-Africa trade rankings Mozambique has overtaken South Africa as the top trading country on the continent as intra-Africa trade grows thanks to improved…
Oscars 2026: Full winners list from the 98th Academy Awards
“One Battle After Another” stole the show at the 98th Oscars, taking home six awards including Best Picture and Best Director for Paul Thomas Anderson. Michael B. Jordan won Best Actor for “Sinners,” while Jessie Buckley claimed Best Actress for…
Tinubu Directs Free Nationwide Distribution of Rice for Lent and Ramadan Seasons
President Bola Tinubu has directed the Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA) to distribute rice across all the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in support of citizens observing the ongoing Ramadan and Lenten seasons. Governor of…
Iranians embrace anthem by AI singer created by UK-based, Iran-born artist
A stirring song – sung, apparently, by a young woman, with lyrics expressing the hope that sacrifice will lead to a better future – has become a soundtrack for Iranians in the first part of 2026, as the country experienced…
Trinidad and Tobago Extends State of Emergency for Three More Months Amid Rising Crime
The government of Trinidad and Tobago has extended the country’s state of emergency for another three months as authorities continue efforts to tackle rising violent crime across the Caribbean nation. The decision was approved by the country’s House of Representatives…
GHANA: President Mahama Summons Interior Minister Over Security Services Recruitment Concerns
President John Dramani Mahama has summoned the country’s Interior Minister to address growing concerns surrounding the recruitment process within Ghana’s security services. The development was disclosed by government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu. According to Kwakye Ofosu, the President has requested…
At least 65 Nigerian soldiers killed in jihadist raids in country’s north-east
At least 65 Nigerian soldiers have been killed in jihadist raids across the country’s north-east in the last two weeks, as the west African state battles to contain one of the world’s deadliest terror groups. On 5 and 6 March,…
U.S. Embassy in Venezuela Raises American Flag for First Time in Seven Years
The United States has raised its national flag over its embassy in Caracas, Venezuela, for the first time in seven years, marking a significant shift in diplomatic relations between the two countries. The symbolic moment took place on March 14,…
ADC Fixes April 14 for National Convention, Announces Timetable for Nationwide Congresses
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has officially fixed April 14 for its national convention as part of a broader process to reorganize and strengthen the party’s leadership structures across the country. In a statement released on Saturday, the party’s National…