39 more Nigerians return from South Africa on emergency evacuation flight
Thirty-nine more Nigerians are on their way home from South Africa aboard an emergency evacuation flight arranged by Air Peace in collaboration with the Federal Government. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday and…
Tanzania’s Richest Man Pledges $100 Million Investment in Dangote Refinery
Tanzania’s richest businessman has pledged to invest $100 million in the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Nigeria, marking a major vote of confidence in Africa’s largest oil refining project. The investment is expected to strengthen economic ties between Nigeria and Tanzania…
Government Approves Duty-Free Rice Imports to Boost Supply and Lower Food Prices
The government has approved the importation of rice without import duties in a bid to increase food supplies, stabilize the market, and reduce the rising cost of the staple across the country. The temporary measure is aimed at easing pressure…
Seyi Tinubu Leads Unity Cup Polo Clash from Lagos to London
Seyi Tinubu has taken center stage in promoting sports diplomacy by leading the Unity Cup Polo Clash, an event that connects Lagos and London through the shared passion for polo. The tournament brings together top polo players, business leaders, diplomats,…
Lagos demolishes Surulere buildings over setback breaches
The Lagos State Building Control Agency has partially demolished sections of illegally constructed buildings behind Barracks Bus Stop in Surulere after their owners allegedly failed to comply with repeated enforcement notices. The agency said the action followed months of monitoring…
Caleb University mourns Odunmbaku’s wife
The management of Caleb University, Imota, has condoled with the renowned public administrator and elder statesman, Cardinal James Odunmbaku, over the death of his wife, Mother Celestial Olasinmi Odunmbaku, who died on June 25, 2026. During a condolence visit, led…
Nigerians Can Now Travel Visa-Free to 46 Countries in 2026
Nigerian passport holders can now enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 46 countries around the world in 2026, according to the latest global passport rankings. The update means Nigerians can visit several destinations across Africa, the Caribbean, Oceania, and parts…
Top bank closes branches and ATMs in South Africa
Nedbank has reduced its ATM footprint in South Africa by nearly 250 devices over the past five years, and has also started reducing its cash-accepting ATM numbers over the past two years. The bank reported its South African branch, ATM,…
Nigeria’s president demands to know how fake agency was allegedly set up in his office
Nigeria’s president has ordered a corruption investigation into allegations that a fictitious government agency was set up within his own office, complete with public funding worth $950,000 (£700,000). According to the presidency, the letter from the president’s chief of staff…
Dangote Says Kenya Refinery Will Cost as Much as $17 Billion
DANGOTE: KENYA OIL REFINERY PROJECT COULD COST UP TO $17 BILLION Aliko Dangote has revealed that a proposed oil refinery project in Kenya could require an investment of up to $17 billion, highlighting the enormous capital needed to develop a…