FG orders blacklisting of CBT centres, candidates involved in exam malpractice
The Federal Government has instructed major examination bodies, including the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), the National Examinations Council (NECO), and the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB), to blacklist all Computer-Based…
US weighing future of military command in Africa, top general says
The United States is assessing the future of its military command for Africa, its top general for the continent said on Tuesday, and called on African governments to make their views on its possible elimination known in Washington. President Donald…
Dangote ends Nigeria’s reign as Africa’s biggest petrol importer – Businessday NG
Nigeria, long known as Africa’s biggest importer of refined petroleum products, has ceded that position to South Africa, marking a dramatic shift in the continent’s energy landscape. The development follows the operational ramp-up of Aliko Dangote’s massive oil refinery, which…
Peter Obi Slams NAFDAC ₦700,000 Reopening Fee at Onitsha Head Bridge Market
Former Governor of Anambra State and Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has strongly condemned the reported imposition of a ₦700,000 reopening fee on shop owners at the Head Bridge Market in Onitsha following its closure by the National…
Eto’o, Adebayor, Okocha play peace match in Somalia
Three African football legends – Samuel Eto’o, Emmanuel Adebayor and Jay-Jay Okocha – took to the pitch in Somalia on Tuesday for an exhibition match aimed at restoring the country’s image. The three superstars were part of a FIFA-backed…
MTN Ghana reaffirms $1.0bn investment commitment
The Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, Stephen Blewett, has reaffirmed the company’s commitment to increasing its investments in Ghana, citing confidence in the country’s economic potential and digital transformation agenda. Speaking at the 9th edition of the Ghana CEO…
Tinubu arrives in Lagos for ECOWAS 50th anniversary
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Lagos ahead of Wednesday’s 50th anniversary of the Economic Community of West African States. The presidential plane conveying Tinubu landed at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Ikeja at 4:15 pm. The president was received…
Galatasaray fans disappointed as huge hint of Osimhen’s next club drops
Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen could be set to disappoint hundreds of thousands of Galatasaray fans with his next move Victor Osimhen might have just played his final game in a Galatasaray shirt, according to reports, just days after a…
Egypt, South Africa lead Africa’s smartphone growth as Nigeria slumps in Q1 2025
Countries like Egypt and South Africa led the continent with double-digit gains, while Nigeria’s shipments fell 7% amid inflation and economic strain. Brand competition intensifies While TRANSSION remained Africa’s dominant vendor with a 47% market share, its shipments declined 5%…
Erik ten Hag loses key role at Bayer Leverkusen
Erik ten Hag joins Bayer Leverkusen but is stripped of a key responsibility he had at Manchester United. Manchester United’s preparations for the summer window are well underway, with the focus now turning to trimming the squad and repairing…