Namibia’s First President Sam Nujoma Dies At 95
Namibia’s founding father Sam Nujoma, who led his country’s fight for independence from South Africa, died Saturday aged 95, the presidency announced. Nujoma had been hospitalised over the past three weeks, battling an illness from which he “could not recover”,…
Dangote Peugeot begins 3008 GT assembly in Kaduna, unveils Landmark pickup
Dangote Peugeot begins 3008 GT assembly in Kaduna, unveils Landmark pickup The official manufacturer and marketer of the Peugeot brand of vehicles in Nigeria, Dangote Peugeot Automobiles Nigeria Limited (DPAN), has taken another bold step towards regaining its leadership position…
Sanwo-Olu increases Lagos Red Line rail services to nine trips daily
Lagos State’s Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced a major expansion of the Red Line Rail Service operations starting today. He made this known via a post on X on Sunday. “Starting tomorrow, the Red Line Rail Service will expand its…
SXSW London Reveals Star-Studded Lineup Featuring Idris Elba, Tems, and Wyclef Jean
The new event’s Screen Festival will present the first U.K. film retrospective of Grammy Award-winning artist and filmmaker Jenn Nkiru. Idris Elba, Wyclef Jean, Tems, comedian Katherine Ryan and Deepak Chopra are among the first big names confirmed for the…
Victor Osimhen unveils Galatasaray’s new 2024/25 special jersey
Osimhen took centre stage as Galatasaray unveiled their fourth kit of the 2024/25 season. Galatasaray fans were treated to a stylish reveal as Victor Osimhen debuted the club’s new special black kit for the 2024/25 season. The Turkish giants, now…
I’m Available – Adesina Hints On Running For Presidency In 2027
The outgoing President of the African Development Bank, AfDB, Akinwumi Adesina, has hinted at running for the position of Nigeria’s president. The AfDB boss affirmed he is available for national service after his tenure at the bank concludes, specifically stating,…
Meet Nigerian-born Moro Ojomo who led Philadelphia Eagles to Super Bowl triumph
From the bustling streets of Lagos to the grand stage of the Super Bowl, Moro Ojomo has written his name in history after leading Philadelphia Eagles to a Super Bowl triumph. On February 9, 2025, before a roaring crowd, Ojomo…
CBN shifts MPC meeting to February 19, 20
The Central Bank of Nigeria has rescheduled the 299th Monetary Policy Committee meeting earlier slated for February 17 and 18, 2025. In a statement on Monday, the apex bank said the meeting will now be held on February 19 and…
2Baba’s surprise visit causes stir at Edo State House of Assembly
The Edo State House of Assembly reportedly witnessed an unexpected incident on Monday when music star Innocent Idibia, widely known as 2face or 2Baba, made a surprise appearance during the plenary session. This dramatic incident comes amidst rumours of his…
Ghana’s President, Mahama Bans First-Class Travel for Government Officials
Ghana’s President John Mahama has imposed a ban on first-class travel for all government appointees as part of efforts to cut down public expenditure amid the country’s economic difficulties. Speaking at the swearing-in of new ministers at the Jubilee House,…