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  • Nowruz in London: Iranians Grieve over War, Celebrate Spring

    By Ifunanya | March 20, 2026 | Comments Off on Nowruz in London: Iranians Grieve over War, Celebrate Spring

    London’s Iranian diaspora marked Nowruz, the Persian New Year, with subdued celebrations this week, as communities in the British capital balanced ancient traditions with profound concern for relatives affected by escalating conflict in Iran. The […]

  • Nigeria Energy Firm Signs MoU with UK Group for Investment

    By Ifunanya | March 20, 2026 | Comments Off on Nigeria Energy Firm Signs MoU with UK Group for Investment

    A Nigerian energy firm, Sapphire and Carbuncle Energy Limited, has formalized a strategic partnership with London-based Nexarka Group Energy and Infrastructure Holdings through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The agreement, signed in London, is part […]

  • Kenya minister’s misleading claims on infrastructure fund

    By Ifunanya | March 20, 2026 | Comments Off on Kenya minister’s misleading claims on infrastructure fund

    Kenya’s Finance Minister John Mbadi has defended a new law establishing a National Infrastructure Fund, asserting it will finance projects without increasing debt or taxes. However, his public justification contained several claims that are inconsistent […]

  • World Bank Visits NEMA for Nigeria Disaster Preparedness

    By Ifunanya | March 20, 2026 | Comments Off on World Bank Visits NEMA for Nigeria Disaster Preparedness

    A technical team from the World Bank Group visited Nigeria’s National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Tuesday to review joint efforts and identify ways to strengthen national disaster preparedness and response capabilities. The meeting, held […]

  • Trump U-Turn: Israel Won’t Strike Iran Gas Plant Again

    By Ifunanya | March 20, 2026 | Comments Off on Trump U-Turn: Israel Won’t Strike Iran Gas Plant Again

    US President Donald Trump has stated that Israel will not conduct further attacks on Iran’s South Pars gas field, provided Iran ceases its strikes on Qatari energy infrastructure. The clarification follows earlier remarks in which […]

  • Asake Father Opposed Music Career, Then Reconciled

    By Ifunanya | March 20, 2026 | Comments Off on Asake Father Opposed Music Career, Then Reconciled

    Nigerian singer Ahmed Ololade, widely known by his stage name Asake, has publicly detailed a period of familial conflict stemming from his father’s initial opposition to his music career, a rift that later drew public […]

  • ADC Faction Petitions US for Sanctions on Party Takeover

    By Ifunanya | March 20, 2026 | Comments Off on ADC Faction Petitions US for Sanctions on Party Takeover

    A leadership dispute within Nigeria’s African Democratic Congress (ADC) has escalated to the international stage, as a faction of the party has formally petitioned the United States Embassy in Abuja, urging sanctions against individuals it […]

  • Naira Appreciates in Official Market Ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr

    By Ifunanya | March 20, 2026 | Comments Off on Naira Appreciates in Official Market Ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr

    The Nigerian Naira strengthened significantly against the US dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Tuesday, marking a second consecutive day of appreciation ahead of the Eid-ul-Fitr holidays. According to data from the Central […]

  • Dangote Refinery Imports $3.74bn Crude Oil Despite Nigeria

    By Ifunanya | March 20, 2026 | Comments Off on Dangote Refinery Imports $3.74bn Crude Oil Despite Nigeria

    Nigeria’s trade balance saw significant structural shifts in 2025, as the Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s operations led to substantial crude oil imports even as the country reduced its reliance on finished fuel imports, according to the […]

  • Petrol Prices Reduced in Nigeria by Stations Amid Volatility

    By Ifunanya | March 20, 2026 | Comments Off on Petrol Prices Reduced in Nigeria by Stations Amid Volatility

    Some Nigerian filling stations have lowered premium motor spirit pump prices, reflecting recent fluctuations in global crude oil costs. select retail outlets in Abuja and surrounding areas, including Ranoil and Sharon, now sell petrol at […]

  • Mosbah Jailed 8 Years in Tunisia’s Anti-Racism Crackdown

    By Ifunanya | March 20, 2026 | Comments Off on Mosbah Jailed 8 Years in Tunisia’s Anti-Racism Crackdown

    A Tunisian court on Thursday sentenced prominent anti-racism activist Saadia Mosbah to eight years in prison on charges of financial misconduct, a ruling her lawyer immediately condemned as politically motivated. The verdict, which also included […]

  • Nigerian Insecurity: Mr Real Blasts Artists, Fans Over Music, Clubs

    By Ifunanya | March 20, 2026 | Comments Off on Nigerian Insecurity: Mr Real Blasts Artists, Fans Over Music, Clubs

    Nigerian Artist Mr Real Questions Industry’s Silence on National Insecurity LAGOS—Prominent Afrobeats artist Mr Real has publicly challenged his colleagues and Nigerian music audiences over their continued celebration and nightlife activities amidst the country’s deepening […]

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