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  • Minerals Minister Alake re-elected Africa Minerals chair

    By Ifunanya | January 18, 2026 | Comments Off on Minerals Minister Alake re-elected Africa Minerals chair

    The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, has been re-elected as Chairman of the Africa Minerals Strategy Group, a continental forum of African ministers responsible for minerals and mining. The re-election was confirmed […]

  • Bauchi ADC Dismisses Chairman Removal Reports

    By Ifunanya | January 18, 2026 | Comments Off on Bauchi ADC Dismisses Chairman Removal Reports

    The Bauchi State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has denied reports of the removal of its state chairman, Hassan Haruna, accusing expelled members of attempting to create a faction within the party. According […]

  • Uganda Elections Marred by Force and Repression

    By Ifunanya | January 18, 2026 | Comments Off on Uganda Elections Marred by Force and Repression

    Uganda’s recent elections have raised concerns about the country’s democratic process. Despite being declared “peaceful” and “successful” by the government, the polls were marred by an internet shutdown, violent suppression of protests, and the arrest […]

  • Nigeria Super Eagles win bronze at AFCON with spirit and pride

    By Ifunanya | January 18, 2026 | Comments Off on Nigeria Super Eagles win bronze at AFCON with spirit and pride

    The Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum and Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commended the Super Eagles of Nigeria for their impressive performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), where […]

  • PDP Chieftain Predicts APC’s Downfall in 2027 Elections

    By Ifunanya | January 18, 2026 | Comments Off on PDP Chieftain Predicts APC’s Downfall in 2027 Elections

    A leading member of the Peoples Democratic Party, Gbenga Hashim, has expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress will be voted out of power in the 2027 general elections. Hashim’s statement comes amid concerns about […]

  • Destiny Boy dead at 22 Nigerian singer

    By Ifunanya | January 18, 2026 | Comments Off on Destiny Boy dead at 22 Nigerian singer

    Afeez Adeshina, known professionally as Destiny Boy, a rising star in the Afrobeat music scene, has passed away at the age of 22. The news of his death was confirmed on January 18, 2025, after […]

  • VAT hike sparks outrage among bank customers over extra charges

    By Ifunanya | January 18, 2026 | Comments Off on VAT hike sparks outrage among bank customers over extra charges

    Bank customers in Nigeria have expressed dissatisfaction with the newly introduced 7.5 percent Value Added Tax (VAT) on selected electronic banking services. The tax, which applies to service fees for transactions such as mobile banking […]

  • African Democratic Congress Crisis Deepens in Bauchi State

    By Ifunanya | January 18, 2026 | Comments Off on African Democratic Congress Crisis Deepens in Bauchi State

    The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Bauchi State is embroiled in a crisis following allegations that certain individuals have been hired to instigate unrest within the party. According to the party’s state chairman, Hassan Haruna, […]

  • Elon Musk seeks $134 billion from OpenAI and Microsoft

    By Ifunanya | January 18, 2026 | Comments Off on Elon Musk seeks $134 billion from OpenAI and Microsoft

    Elon Musk is seeking $134 billion in damages from OpenAI and Microsoft, alleging that both companies received “wrongful gains” from his early financial support. According to a court filing submitted by his lawyer, Musk claims […]

  • AlShabaab attack repelled by Somalia army in Middle Shabelle

    By Ifunanya | January 18, 2026 | Comments Off on AlShabaab attack repelled by Somalia army in Middle Shabelle

    Somalia’s military has successfully repelled a significant attack by al-Shabaab militants on a military base in the Middle Shabelle region of southern Somalia. According to the Somali National Army (SNA), the assault was launched on […]

  • Sevilla welcome back Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke from Africa Cup of Nations

    By Ifunanya | January 18, 2026 | Comments Off on Sevilla welcome back Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke from Africa Cup of Nations

    Sevilla FC has welcomed back two of its Nigerian players, Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke, following their participation in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Super Eagles, Nigeria’s national team, finished third in the […]

  • IPOB Warns Against Orji Uzor Kalu Alliance

    By Ifunanya | January 18, 2026 | Comments Off on IPOB Warns Against Orji Uzor Kalu Alliance

    The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has urged Igbo people, both at home and abroad, particularly those from Abia State, to be cautious of a perceived political alliance between Senator Orji Uzor Kalu and Benjamin […]

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