Politics

Trump Orders Pentagon to Prepare for Possible Strikes in Nigeria

Vincent Afolabi 6 November 2025 0

US President Donald Trump has doubled down on his threat of military action in Nigeria over what he described as the targeted killing of Christians in the West African nation. On October 31, Trump redesignated Nigeria as a “country of particular concern” in response to claims of a Christian

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Tinubu Mourns Former Chief Of Staff And NSA General Adangba

Vincent Afolabi 5 November 2025 0

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expresses a sense of loss at the passing of Major General Abdullahi Mohammed Adangba (rtd.), a former Chief of Staff to Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Umaru Yar’Adua. General Mohammed, who died at the age of 86, left indelible marks on the nation’s security architecture, particularly in the establishment of the National […]

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Tinubu Appoints John Nwabueze as Nigeria’s First Tax Ombudsman

Vincent Afolabi 5 November 2025 0

President Bola Tinubu has appointed John Nwabueze as the tax ombudsman, in line with the Joint Revenue Board of Nigeria (Establishment) Act, 2025. Bayo Onanuga, special adviser to the president on information and strategy, announced the appointment in a statement on Tuesday. He said the move aligns with the president’s commitment to implementing far-reaching and […]

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FG pledge support for nurses, midwives to host commonwealth conference

Vincent Afolabi 4 November 2025 0

The Federal Government has pledged to support the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) in hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Nurses and Midwives Federation Conference (CNMF), West African Region, in Abuja.‎ Chief of Staff to the President, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, stated this on Tuesday at the State House, Abuja, when the leadership of the […]

Education

Opay disburses N126m scholarships to 20 tertiary institutions, targets N1.2bn in 10 years

Vincent Afolabi 1 November 2025 0

OPay, one of Nigeria’s leading financial technology companies, has announced the disbursement of N126 million in scholarships to students across 20 tertiary institutions as part of its N1.2 billion 10-year scholarship initiative. The company made this known at the Empowering Futures Conference 2025 held in Lagos on Friday. The event, organised by OPay, brought together

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Explainer: What Trump’s ‘Country of Particular Concern’ label means for Nigeria

Vincent Afolabi 1 November 2025 0

When U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Nigeria had been designated a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC) over the killing of Christians, it sent ripples through diplomatic and political circles in both Nigeria and Washington. The declaration — though Country of Particular Concern symbolic at first glance — carries significant implications for Nigeria’s

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Trump declares Nigeria ‘Country of Particular Concern’ over killings of Christians

Vincent Afolabi 31 October 2025 0

United States President Donald Trump has declared Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” over what he described as the “mass killing of Christians” in the country. In a statement released on his verified social media handle on Thursday, Trump said Christianity was facing an “existential threat” in Nigeria, alleging that thousands of Christians had been […]

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After backlash, Tinubu reviews pardon list, drops serious offenders

Vincent Afolabi 29 October 2025 0

President Bola Tinubu has ordered the removal of persons convicted for kidnapping, drug trafficking, human trafficking, fraud and unlawful possession of firearms from the list of beneficiaries of the federal government’s prerogative of mercy. Bayo Onanuga, special adviser to the president on information and strategy, said in a statement on Wednesday that the decision

Entertainment

Olamide Jasanya Joins Lolade Nwanze, Tolu Olafimihan, and Abolore Sobayo at Felabration 2025 in the UK

Vincent Afolabi 23 October 2025 0

A special edition of Felabration was held in Hull, United Kingdom, to celebrate the life and legacy of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo Kuti, bringing together some of Africa’s most creative voices in music, art, media, and fashion. The event, organised by Morpheus Multimedia, owners of The Gidi Vibes, took place at the Ferens Art Gallery […]

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Folio Comms Unveils Centenary Plans for Daily Times, Sets Vision For the Next Century of Nigerian Journalism

Vincent Afolabi 17 October 2025 0

 Folio Communications Plc, publishers of Daily Times Nigeria, has announced plans for the newspaper’s 100th anniversary celebration, unveiling a sweeping vision to reposition one of Nigeria’s oldest media institutions for the digital age. The announcement was made on Thursday at a world press conference held at the Newspaper Proprietors’ Association of Nigeria (NPAN)

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Daily Times Managing Editor, Lolade Nwanze, to Speak at 2025 Felabration in Hull

Vincent Afolabi 17 October 2025 0

Lolade Nwanze, managing editor of Daily Times Nigeria, will be attending the 2025 Felabration in Hull, United Kingdom, where she will moderate a panel discussion titled “Fela Kuti’s Influence on Music, Arts, Media and Fashion.” The event, which marks the 25th anniversary of the global Felabration festival, celebrates the legacy of Nigerian music legend and […]

News Technology

INTERVIEW: AI, cleantech, and creativity will shape Africa’s next investment wave, says Yemi Keri

Vincent Afolabi 15 October 2025 0

As the African Business Angel Network (ABAN) marks its 10th anniversary, the spotlight is on how local investors can drive the continent’s innovation economy. In this interview with Vincent Afolabi, Yemi Keri, co-founder of Rising Tide Africa and president of ABAN, discusses Africa’s evolving investment landscape, the rise of tech-driven sectors like AI and cleantech, […]

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Ejiro Umukoro’s ‘The Distortion of Hadassah’ Wins South-South Slot in YALP 2025

Vincent Afolabi 13 October 2025 0

The 2025 edition of the Young Adult Literature Prize (YALP) has announced its regional finalists, with Ejiro Umukoro’s compelling novel, The Distortion of Hadassah, emerging as the South-South regional finalist from a pool of 106 entries. The recognition underscores Umukoro’s growing influence in African literature and her continued commitment to exploring complex human

Business News

VFD Group partners Norrenberger on N50.67bn rights issue to fund expansion

Vincent Afolabi 9 October 2025 0

VFD Group Plc has signed an agreement with its lead issuing house, Norrenberger Limited, to launch a N50.67 billion rights issue aimed at boosting its capital base, cutting debt, and supporting expansion into new markets across Africa and the United Kingdom. The signing ceremony, held on Wednesday in Lagos, marked a key step in the […]

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Paul Adalikwu urges stronger collaboration to tackle Africa’s maritime challenges

Vincent Afolabi 9 October 2025 0

Dr Paul Adalikwu, secretary-general of the Maritime Organisation of West and Central Africa (MOWCA), has called for deeper collaboration among African maritime bodies to address safety, security, and environmental challenges confronting the continent’s shipping sector. Speaking at the 15th Port State Control Committee (PSCC) meeting of the Abuja Memorandum of Understanding

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ABAN turns 10, sets Lagos agenda to scale local investment in startups

Vincent Afolabi 7 October 2025 0

The Africa Business Angel Network (ABAN) will celebrate its 10th anniversary with the ABAN Annual Congress 2025 in Lagos, Nigeria, from 17 to 18 October, focusing on unlocking more African and diaspora capital for early-stage ventures. The two-day meeting, themed “Accelerating Local Capital Participation,” will bring together early-stage investors, policymakers,

Politics

Bakare: I’m under pressure to join ADC, but I can’t destroy the APC I helped build

Vincent Afolabi 5 October 2025 0

Tunde Bakare, founder of the Citadel Global Community Church, says he is facing intense pressure to join the opposition coalition of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). According to The Punch, Bakare spoke on Saturday during the inaugural edition of the Citadel School of Governance Dialogue Series, where he dismissed suggestions that he might dump the […]

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‘Emi lokan’ — Power minister Bayo Adelabu announces 2027 Oyo governorship ambition

Vincent Afolabi 5 October 2025 0

Bayo Adelabu, minister of power, has announced his plan to contest the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State. Speaking at an event, Adelabu said he has served diligently in both the public and private sectors and believes it is now his turn to lead the state. Emi lokan is a Yoruba phrase that translates to […]

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Ebele Iyiegbu: Why Ahava Conference is more than a networking event

Vincent Afolabi 2 October 2025 0

Ebele Iyiegbu, convener of the Ahava Business Conference UK 2025, says this year’s gathering will equip entrepreneurs and leaders with “real tools, real connections and real results” needed to thrive in today’s economy. Set to hold on October 4 at Hilton London Olympia, the event is themed “Empowered for Impact.” It will bring together entrepreneurs, […]

Business

Obi Cubana, Grace Ofure to headline Ahava UK 2025 business summit in London

Vincent Afolabi 29 September 2025 0

Business leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators from across sectors will gather in London on Saturday, October 4, 2025, for the Ahava Business Conference UK, an event designed to spotlight growth, finance and entrepreneurship. Themed “Empowered for Impact”, this year’s edition will highlight how Nigerian resilience and enterprise are shaping global conversations on business