The Shackles of Justice: Dele Farotimi, Rule of Law, and the Peril of a Nation’s Conscience
In the theater of Nigeria’s criminal justice system, the ongoing detention of Dele Farotimi stands as a glaring indictment of a legal framework caught in...
Category : Africa
Cities Worldwide Shine Bright with Christmas Festivities
As Christmas approaches, cities around the globe are embracing the festive spirit with dazzling light displays, elaborate decorations, and joyful celebrations. From New York to...
Libya Lost $600 Billion in a Decade, GDP Could Have Been 74% Higher Without Conflict: World Bank Report
A recent World Bank report has revealed the staggering economic toll of Libya’s protracted conflict, estimating losses of over $600 billion in the past decade....
Tragedy at Sea: 20 Migrants Die in Shipwreck Off Tunisia’s Coast
A tragic shipwreck off the coast of Tunisia has claimed the lives of 20 migrants attempting the perilous journey across the Mediterranean to Europe. Authorities...
Rongo MP Inspects Development Projects Amid Allegations of NG-CDF Funds Misuse
Rongo Member of Parliament recently embarked on an extensive tour of various development projects within his constituency to address allegations of misappropriating National Government Constituency...
Botswana’s new government lifts ban on South African vegetable imports.
The Botswana government has lifted import bans on vegetables from South Africa in two phases, with the second phase expected to take effect in April.Botswana...
Real Madrid Crowned Intercontinental Champions 2024
Real Madrid, a club synonymous with greatness and footballing excellence, has added yet another chapter to its storied legacy by clinching the 2024 Intercontinental...
Critical Analysis and Reinterpretation of My Lord, Tell Me Where to Keep Your Bribe
Prof. Niyi Osundare’s My Lord, Tell Me Where to Keep Your Bribe is a piercing indictment of systemic corruption in Nigeria’s judicial system. The poem...
Sometimes You Have to Play the Fool
There are moments in life when wisdom wears the mask of folly. Times when the sharpest mind must dull its edge, when knowing too much...
Christmas Then and Now By Jide Adesina
Christmas of Old Oh, how the bells of memory chime, Calling back a gentler time When Christmas lived in hearths aglow, And love fell soft...
Ẹni tó Rẹrin Kì Í Ṣe Ọrẹ (The One Who Smiles Is Not Always a Friend)
Ancestral Call Hark! The winds of Ọyọ chant in twilight’s breath, A thousand drums throb ’neath igi gedu shade. Moonlight carves tales where truth wrestles...
Microbus Crash on Cairo-Assiut Agricultural Road Claims 13 Lives
A tragic accident on the Cairo-Assiut Agricultural Road has resulted in the deaths of 13 people, after a microbus collided with another vehicle on the...
Africa’s Tech Unicorns Face Growth Challenges in Global Markets
Africa’s tech ecosystem has witnessed a surge in innovation, with several startups achieving unicorn status valuation at or above $1 billion. Companies like Flutterwave, Jumia,...
Masdar-Backed Renewable Energy Firm Explores Abu Dhabi IPO Amid Growth in Clean Energy Investments
A renewable energy developer supported by Masdar, one of the world’s leading clean energy companies, is reportedly considering an initial public offering (IPO) on the...
IEA Forecasts Record-High Coal Demand Until 2027 Amid Global Energy Transition Challenges
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has released a report projecting that global coal demand will continue to hit record highs through 2027, driven by persistent...
Ademola Lookman Wins 2024 African Footballer of the Year Award
Nigerian footballer Ademola Lookman has been crowned the 2024 African Footballer of the Year, a recognition of his outstanding performances and contributions to both club...
Giannis Antetokounmpo Launches Investment Fund to Support Aspiring Entrepreneurs
Giannis Antetokounmpo, the NBA superstar often referred to as the Greek Freak, has once again transcended the confines of basketball. Known for his relentless drive...
KTDA Announces Record-High Dividends for Tea Farmers
The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) has declared the highest dividends in its history, bringing relief and optimism to tea farmers across the country. This...
Cabinet Approves Bus Rapid Transit System, Extends Government-to-Government Fuel Agreement
The Cabinet has officially approved the implementation of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system as part of efforts to improve urban mobility and address traffic...
Ethiopian and Algerian Ambassadors Present Credentials to Kyrgyzstan’s Deputy Foreign Minister
The newly appointed ambassadors of Ethiopia and Algeria have presented copies of their credentials to the Deputy Foreign Minister of Kyrgyzstan, marking the beginning of...