From Factory Worker to Hollywood Star: Idris Elba’s Journey
Idris Elba has made a name for himself as an actor in some of Hollywood’s biggest franchises. The multihyphenate has even booked major gigs like Glastonbury and Coachella under his alias “DJ Driis.” But according to the 52-year-old, none of…
Chukwuebuka Enekwechi Sets New African Record In Shot PutUS
Nigeria’s Chukwuebuka Enekwechi made history by becoming the first African to throw over 22 meters in the men’s shot put, reports BSNSports.com.ng. This achievement marked his first time exceeding 22 meters, surpassing his previous personal best of 21.91 meters, which…
A chance for Europe to rise
There is an opportunity for the continent as investors look to diversify away from the US dollar, but seizing it will be difficult This article is an on-site version of our Swamp Notes newsletter. Premium subscribers can sign up here…
Inflation and interest rate relief for South Africa
Inflation is no longer expected to rise as sharply as previously anticipated in the second half of 2025, providing the Reserve Bank with further room to cut interest rates. In the first half of the year, economists projected inflation to…
Why Femi Adebayo Quit Law to Become an Actor
Nollywood star and filmmaker Femi Adebayo recently opened up about the defining moment that led him to leave his legal career behind and fully embrace acting. According to a report by Eyes of Lagos, the decision came after a significant…
Natasha to resume senate duties Tuesday, addresses supporters
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who chairs the Senate Committee on Diaspora and NGOs, has announced she will return to her legislative responsibilities on Tuesday, following a court ruling that overturned her suspension. In a video message shared on social media, the…
CAF appoints Pinnick special adviser
Former president of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick, has been appointed as special adviser to the president of the Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe, Sunday PUNCH reports. The announcement was made by Motsepe during a live-streamed press conference…
Oyo Police Rescue 19 Ghanaians
The Police Command in Oyo state says it has rescued 19 Ghanaian victims of alleged trafficking through a targeted operation. The command’s spokesperson, CSP Adewale Osifeso, made this known in a statement in Ibadan on Sunday. He said…
Rwanda pledges to strengthen trade, aviation, ICT ties with Nigeria
Bazivamo emphasised that strengthening trade collaboration between Rwanda and Nigeria was a catalyst for bolstering their bilateral relations, economic growth and development. Bazivamo also disclosed that Rwanda would soon establish a Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement with Nigeria to scale up…
IMF Urges Urgent Revision of Nigeria’s 2025 Budget to Prevent Economic Fallout
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised concerns over Nigeria’s 2025 fiscal plan, warning that without urgent revisions, the country could face escalating financial instability. In its latest Article IV Consultation report released on Wednesday, the IMF highlighted growing…