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Entertainment

Akon Claims Pivotal Role in Shaping Afrobeats with Nigerian Artists in Late 2000s

Senegalese-American singer Akon claimed a significant role in the creation of the Afrobeats genre through his collaborations with Nigerian artists and music executives...

Crime

Togo Eyes Alliance of Sahel States Membership to Boost Regional Cooperation and Stability

Togo’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Robert Dussey, has once again spotlighted the prospect of his country joining the Alliance of Sahel States (AES),...

Economy

Nigeria’s Trade Boom: A Look at Q4 2024 Exports and Imports Across Africa

In the final quarter of 2024, Nigeria solidified its position as a key player in African trade, exporting goods worth N2.042 trillion to...

CrimePolitics

FG Sues Binance for $79.5 Billion in Economic Losses and $2 Billion in Back Taxes

The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched a legal offensive against Binance, the world‘s largest cryptocurrency exchange, demanding $79.5 billion for alleged economic...

Politics

Omoyele Sowore Detained After Rejecting “Illegal” Bail Conditions

Human rights activist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, is currently being held at the Nigerian Police...

Sport

AFCON Draw Set for January 27 in Rabat Amidst Scheduling Challenges

The draw for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is slated for Monday, January 27, in Rabat, Morocco, where the tournament will also...

Politics

Nigeria’s Leap Towards Aviation Self-Sufficiency: Plans for Indigenous Aircraft Manufacturing

In a groundbreaking announcement, Festus Keyamo, Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has revealed the Federal Government’s intention to establish an aircraft...

Politics

American Woman Feels Safer in Nigeria Than in Detroit, Sparks Online Debate

An American woman’s recent visit to Nigeria has ignited conversations across social media platforms after she shared her experience, contrasting life in Nigeria...

Sport

Ademola Lookman’s Spectacular Start to 2025 Highlights His Prowess in Serie A

After a remarkable 2024 campaign that earned him the prestigious African Player of the Year Award, Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman has kickstarted 2025 with...

Politics

President Tinubu Congratulates Okonjo-Iweala, Adeola, and Adesina on UNILAG Honorary Degrees

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his congratulations to Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Mr. Fola Adeola, and Mr. Kola Adesina for being awarded honorary...