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Just In: German Tactician Bruno Labbadia Appointed as Nigeria’s Super Eagles Head Coach
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially appointed German coach Bruno Labbadia as the Head Coach of the Super Eagles, marking a significant chapter in the history of Nigerian football. This decision was made public in the early hours of […]
Paralympians campaign for visibilty at UN summit
A trio of Paralympic athletes from Malawi, Uganda, and the United Kingdom are spearheading a campaign to ensure that the voices of youth with disabilities are prominently heard at the United Nations’ upcoming Summit of the Future in September, set […]
Faith Kipyegon Wins Historic Third Consecutive Olympic Gold in 1,500 Metres
Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon has etched her name in the annals of athletics history by becoming the first woman to win three consecutive Olympic gold medals in the 1,500-metre event. The 30-year-old middle-distance runner delivered a stunning performance at the Stade […]
Kaylia Nemour Makes History with Olympic Gold in Women Gymnastics
In a stunning display of skill and determination, 17-year-old Kaylia Nemour made history on Sunday, August 4th, by becoming the first African to win an Olympic medal in women’s artistic gymnastics on the uneven bars. Nemour clinched the gold medal […]
Cindy Ngamba Is The First Refugee Athlete to Win Olympic Medal
In a groundbreaking achievement, 25-year-old Cindy Ngamba from Cameroon made history on Sunday by becoming the first athlete competing as a refugee to win an Olympic medal. Her victory at the Paris Games has given new hope to the Refugee […]
Africa
Ayra Starr Ventures into Nollywood with Acting Debut in Prime Video’s ‘Christmas In Lagos’
Africa’s 22-year-old Afrobeat sensation and Grammy-nominated artist, Ayra Starr, is making her Nollywood debut in Prime Video’s original film Christmas In Lagos. This exciting development marks her first foray into acting, as she joins a growing list of musicians expanding […]
DR Congo to Receive First Mpox Vaccines Amid Ongoing Outbreak
The Democratic Republic of Congo is set to receive its first shipment of mpox vaccines on Thursday, followed by a second delivery on Saturday, as announced by Cris Kacita, the head of the country’s mpox outbreak response team, on Wednesday. […]
Business
Tinubu, Xi Jinping Hold High-Level Talks on Economic and Security Cooperation in China
Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Chinese President Xi Jinping have embarked on high-level bilateral economic discussions in Beijing. This significant diplomatic engagement is expected to pave the way for enhanced cooperation between the two countries in key sectors, including […]
UN-Led Talks Target Libya’s Apex Bank Amid Oil Blockade and Economic Threats
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) announced that it held critical talks in Tripoli on Monday to address a central bank crisis that has escalated into a nationwide oil production blockade, posing the worst economic threat Libya has […]
China, Tanzania and Zambia to Revitalize Historic TAZARA Railway
China, Tanzania, and Zambia have signed an initial agreement to rehabilitate the historic Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) railway, a critical infrastructure project aimed at enhancing rail-sea transportation in resource-rich East Africa. The memorandum of understanding was signed in Beijing during […]
Is Dangote Selling Fuel or Vodka?
So, Dangote finally unveiled his refinery’s first sample of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, and boy, was it a sight to behold! The bottle he held up during the broadcast looked less like the murky fuel we’ve […]
Technology
Nigeria’s Power Generation Hits Three-Year High of 5,313 MW, Minister Warns DisCos Against Grid Collapse
Nigeria’s power sector has achieved a significant milestone with power generation reaching 5,313 megawatts (MW), the highest level in three years, according to the Minister of Power, Mr. Adebayo Adelabu. In a recent statement issued by his Special Adviser on […]
Lagos State’s Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment Unveils ‘EMPOWER LAGOS’ Initiative at Global Tech Africa Conference
At the Global Tech Africa Conference, in July Lagos State Commissioner, Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, Hon. Akinyemi, took center stage to unveil the groundbreaking ‘EMPOWER LAGOS’ initiative. This ambitious program underscores the commitment of Governor Babajide Sanwoolu’s administration […]
Burkina Faso Approves Unique Identifier System to Boost Digital Services
The Burkina Faso government has approved a bill to establish an electronic unique identifier for all residents. This initiative, passed during the ministerial council in July, is part of a broader effort to digitize services and improve administrative efficiency. The […]
10 Nigerian Youth Tech Experts Shaping the Nation’s Digital Future
In the last decade, Nigeria’s digital landscape has really evolved and a new wave of tech experts is driving unprecedented innovation and growth. These young leaders, from fintech pioneers to cybersecurity advocates, are not only transforming the nation’s tech ecosystem […]
News
Nigerian Government Launches Subsidised Rice Program to Combat Rising Food Costs
The Nigerian government has initiated the sale of 30,000 metric tons of milled rice at a significantly subsidised rate of N40,000 per 50kg bag. The move is part of a broader strategy to improve food security and provide relief to […]
NAFDAC and National Counter Terrorism Centre Unite to Combat Counterfeit Drugs and Terrorism in Nigeria
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has taken a significant step in Nigeria’s fight against counterfeit drugs by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC). This groundbreaking collaboration, announced […]