The Crownbreaker: Awolowo and the Betrayal of the Yoruba Throne
In the annals of postcolonial Nigeria, few figures have cast a shadow as enduring, as controversial, and as divisive as Chief Obafemi Awolowo. Hailed in...
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AMVCA 2025: 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards Kicks Off with Cultural Day Celebrations
The 11th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) commenced on May 7, 2025, with a vibrant Cultural Day event held at the...
Khalid Ayanshina: Reviving Yoruba Cultural Heritage Through Dance and Storytelling – A Look Back at the Timeless Message of Ori
In an era where global pop culture often overshadows indigenous traditions, Khalid Ayanshina, popularly known as Beriola, has emerged as a beacon of hope for...
Liquorose and Prince Enwerem Win Best Dressed at AMVCA 2025 Cultural Day, Each Receiving N1 Million
The 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) Cultural Day, held on May 9 at Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos, celebrated Nigerian heritage through...
Jos Festival of Theatre Returns for 16th Edition This May
The Jos Festival of Theatre is set to return for its 16th edition in May 2025, continuing its tradition as a premier platform for theatrical...
Diddy’s Lawyers to Accuse Cassie of Domestic Violence at ‘Sex Trafficking’ Trial
Sean Diddy Combs is set to stand trial in Manhattan federal court on charges including sex trafficking, racketeering, and forced labor. Central to the case...
Burna Boy, Shallipopi, Rema get 2025 BET Awards nominations as Ayra Starr leads
The 2025 BET Awards have unveiled their full list of nominees, spotlighting a significant presence from Nigerian artists. Leading the charge is Ayra Starr, who...
Morocco Awards \$500 Million Continental Expressway Contracts
Morocco has awarded contracts totaling \$500 million for the development of key expressway projects aimed at enhancing regional connectivity and supporting the nation’s infrastructure development....
Vatican Sets Date for Inauguration of Pope Leo XIV
The Vatican has announced that Pope Leo XIV will be formally inaugurated on Sunday, May 18, 2025, with a Mass in St. Peter’s Square. This...
New Gqeberha Military Hospital Passes Surgeon-General Inspection
The newly constructed military hospital in Gqeberha has successfully passed the rigorous inspection of the Surgeon-General, marking a significant milestone in the facility’s development. The...
Thiam Delisting Could Shake Côte d’Ivoire’s Business Confidence
The potential delisting of Thiam, a prominent firm in Côte d’Ivoire, has raised concerns within the business community about the stability and attractiveness of the...
Three Family Members Arrested in N\$315m Namdia Diamond Heist After Lavish Spending Spree
Namibian authorities have arrested three family members in connection with the recent N\$315 million diamond heist involving Namdia, the country’s state-owned diamond company. The suspects,...
U.S. Cuts Funding for South African Medical Research, Impacting Collaborative Health Initiatives
In a significant move, the United States has pulled its funding for South African medical research, a decision that has raised concerns about the future...
Chelsea vs Djurgården LIVE: Blues Cruise to Victory in Conference League Clash
Chelsea continued their impressive European campaign with a commanding performance against Swedish side Djurgården in the UEFA Europa Conference League. Playing at Stamford Bridge, the...
Polio Vaccination Campaigns Ramp Up in Africa to Prevent Resurgence
Polio vaccination campaigns across Africa are being accelerated to prevent the resurgence of the disease, following significant progress in eliminating wild poliovirus from the continent....
Africa Intensifies Malaria Control with New Vaccine and Treatment Initiatives
Africa is ramping up its fight against malaria, with new vaccines and treatment strategies being introduced to tackle the continent’s most persistent health challenge. Malaria...
Algeria Opens Real Estate Market to Foreign Investors as Part of Economic Diversification Strategy
In a significant move aimed at revitalizing its economy and attracting international capital, Algeria has officially begun offering real estate to foreign investors for the...
USA Cardinal Prevost Elected Pope Leo XIV
In a historic moment for the Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost from the United States has been elected as the 267th pope, taking the...
Four Arrested in Sh25.8 Million Fake Gold Scam in Nairobi
In a significant crackdown on fraudsters, four individuals have been arrested in Nairobi in connection with a fake gold scam worth Sh25.8 million. The suspects...
Constable Boipelo Senoge, Who Died in Accident Travelling to Polokwane, Laid to Rest
Constable Boipelo Senoge, the young police officer who tragically lost her life in a road accident while traveling to Polokwane, was laid to rest this...