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  • Poverty driven by weak African institutions

    By Ifunanya | November 18, 2025 | Comments Off on Poverty driven by weak African institutions

    Africa’s poverty crisis is being driven by weak institutions, low productivity, and a failure to convert potential into economic progress, according to Paul Alaje, a senior economist. Speaking at the Paul Alaje Colloquium in Abuja, […]

  • Oil prices dip as Russian exports resume

    By Ifunanya | November 18, 2025 | Comments Off on Oil prices dip as Russian exports resume

    Oil prices dipped on Tuesday as concerns over supply eased with the resumption of loadings at a Russian export hub. The hub, which was briefly halted due to a Ukrainian drone and missile strike, has […]

  • Fuel price drops as Dangote Refinery and marketers disagree

    By Ifunanya | November 18, 2025 | Comments Off on Fuel price drops as Dangote Refinery and marketers disagree

    Nigeria’s petrol price has decreased, with filling stations in Abuja now selling fuel at between N940 and N945 per litre, down from N945 and N955. The drop in price comes after the federal government announced […]

  • Naira Depreciates Further Against US Dollar

    By Ifunanya | November 18, 2025 | Comments Off on Naira Depreciates Further Against US Dollar

    The Nigerian Naira has continued its downward trend against the United States dollar, starting the week on a negative note. According to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, the Naira depreciated to N1,448.03 per […]

  • BBNaija Phyna Supports Imisi Amid Family Dispute

    By Ifunanya | November 18, 2025 | Comments Off on BBNaija Phyna Supports Imisi Amid Family Dispute

    Phyna, a reality TV star and former Big Brother Naija contestant, has extended support to fellow winner Imisi, who is embroiled in a public dispute with her mother. The controversy centers on Imisi’s childhood and […]

  • Bandits: Emir Sanusi warns against peace deals enabling attacks

    By Ifunanya | November 18, 2025 | Comments Off on Bandits: Emir Sanusi warns against peace deals enabling attacks

    The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has cautioned communities in Katsina State against entering into peace agreements with bandits that could inadvertently grant these armed groups the freedom to attack neighboring states. This warning […]

  • NCP, ADC Unite Against APC Rule

    By Ifunanya | November 18, 2025 | Comments Off on NCP, ADC Unite Against APC Rule

    In a significant development, the National Conscience Party (NCP) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have announced a strategic electoral alliance aimed at challenging the administration of President Bola Tinubu. The move comes as the […]

  • Taiwan restricts semiconductor exports to align with US China policy

    By Ifunanya | November 18, 2025 | Comments Off on Taiwan restricts semiconductor exports to align with US China policy

    Taiwan has added advanced semiconductor equipment to its export control list, a move that could impact the global tech industry. The decision, announced on Monday, includes 18 items such as high-end 3D printers, advanced semiconductor […]

  • Nigeria Student Venture Grant Application Open

    By Ifunanya | November 18, 2025 | Comments Off on Nigeria Student Venture Grant Application Open

    The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched the application portal for the Student Venture Capital Grant (S-VCG), a program designed to support student-led ventures with equity-free grants of up to 50 million. According to a […]

  • Congo Mine Collapse Kills Dozens Due Overcrowding

    By Ifunanya | November 18, 2025 | Comments Off on Congo Mine Collapse Kills Dozens Due Overcrowding

    A bridge collapse at a copper and cobalt mine in southeastern Congo has resulted in the loss of at least 32 lives, according to a regional government official. The incident occurred on Saturday at the […]

  • TikTok White Rabbit trend showcases life turning upside down

    By Ifunanya | November 18, 2025 | Comments Off on TikTok White Rabbit trend showcases life turning upside down

    A new trend has emerged on TikTok, with users creating videos that depict a sudden and unfortunate turn of events. The “white rabbit” trend, which has garnered nearly 180,000 videos, typically features a juxtaposition of […]

  • Hamas hostage search yields no results

    By Ifunanya | November 18, 2025 | Comments Off on Hamas hostage search yields no results

    Excavation efforts to locate the remains of Israeli hostages kidnapped by Hamas have yielded no results, following a thorough search on Sunday. The search operation, conducted on the eastern outskirts of Gaza City, was assisted […]

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