FG concessioned Enugu Airport to attract private sector investment — Keyamo
ENUGU — Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, has revealed that the Federal Government concessioned the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, in order to attract private sector investments, citing inefficiencies in government-run operations. Speaking at the…
Former Russian Minister found dead hours after Sacked by Putin
Russian Minister of Transport Roman Starovoyt arrives at a meeting of President Vladimir Putin with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro at the Kremlin in Moscow on May 7, 2025. Russia’s former transport minister, Roman Starovoyt killed himself, Moscow announced on Monday,…
Unilever Nigeria appoints Sodipe as executive director
Unilever Nigeria Plc has announced the appointment of Ibrahim Sodipe as Executive Director of the company, effective July 1, 2025. It said in a statement that Sodipe, who was previously the Head of Finance at Unilever Ethiopia, brings over 13…
Olubadan passing marked with celebration, not mourning — Family
Olasunmbo, represented by the former Commissioner for Information in Oyo State, Mr. Toye Arulogun, said his father made significant impacts and landmark achievements while he lived. He said that the endeavours of the late Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the 43rd…
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…