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…
UK-based lawyer begins process of renouncing Nigerian citizenship
UK-Based Lawyer @chymaker Begins Process to Renounce Nigerian Citizenship, Vows Court Action If Application Is Rejected* A UK-based legal practitioner who goes by @chymaker on X has announced plans to formally renounce his Nigerian citizenship in 2026. 4352 According to…
Oyo Abduction: Eight kidnappers arrested, others killed — Presidency
After 56 days in captivity, abducted Oriire pupils and teachers in Oyo State, have regained their freedom. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a post on X on Friday said the victims were…
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…
DR Congo Battles Rising Ebola Cases Amid Violence and Aid Shortfalls
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is facing a growing Ebola threat as armed conflict, shrinking international aid, and repeated attacks on healthcare workers continue to hamper efforts to contain the deadly virus. Health officials say insecurity in eastern…
Cubans protest after third nationwide power cut this year
Cubans in several locations on the island banged pots on Tuesday evening to express their anger about the latest nationwide power cut. While public dissent in the Communist-run country is often punished with long prison sentences, there have been spontaneous…
RUTO SETS GROUNDBREAKING DATE FOR DANGOTE REFINERY PROJECT IN KENYA
Kenyan President William Ruto has announced the official groundbreaking date for the proposed Dangote oil refinery project, marking a major milestone in Kenya’s ambition to become East Africa’s leading petroleum refining and trading hub. The multi-billion-dollar refinery, backed by Nigerian…
This 12-year-old founder created an AI-powered receptionist to help small businesses build clientele
Jampala, who is in British Columbia, is the 12-year-old founder behind the AI-powered receptionist Voxa. She launched the product in November 2025 to help small businesses field calls and avoid missing potential customers. Jampala told Business Insider she got the…