Two of Africa’s biggest corporate giants—United Bank for Africa (UBA) and Dangote Group—have moved swiftly to shut down circulating falsehoods targeting their leadership, reaffirming their commitment to transparency and reputation management. UBA denounced claims of a supposed divorce involving its Group Chairman, Tony Elumelu, labeling the reports “false, defamatory, and […]
Presidential hopeful Peter Obi has officially exited the African Democratic Congress, raising fresh questions about Nigeria’s political realignments ahead of the 2027 elections. In a reflective statement, the former Anambra governor blamed a “toxic political environment” marked by internal crises, legal battles, and external interference—issues he says are undermining genuine […]
In a major twist ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections, Bala Mohammed has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the Allied Peoples Movement—signaling a significant shake-up in the opposition landscape. Announcing the move at the Bauchi Government House, the governor said the decision followed “extensive consultations” and was aimed […]
Nigeria’s electoral body, Independent National Electoral Commission, has reinstated David Mark as National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), signaling a major shift in the party’s ongoing leadership battle. The updated INEC database also confirms Rauf Aregbesola as National Secretary, alongside other key officials restored to the National Working […]
The 2026 ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships exploded into action at London’s Copper Box Arena, with Africa’s heavyweights delivering high-octane performances. While the continent’s women’s teams faced a rocky start, the men of Nigeria, Egypt, and Madagascar showcased the resilience and star power that have made them global threats. […]
Nigeria’s fight against insurgency may be entering a new era as Terra Industries, a fast-rising Abuja-based startup, introduces interceptor drones, mine-clearing vehicles, and battlefield intelligence software designed to counter evolving militant tactics. For over 17 years, insurgent groups like Boko Haram and ISWAP have relied on IEDs and drones to […]
Hormuz Showdown: Iran Offers Strait Reopening Deal as Trump Weighs Blockade Strategy Iran has proposed a high-stakes deal to ease global tensions—offering to reopen the critical Strait of Hormuz in exchange for the United States lifting its blockade and moving toward ending the war, according to regional sources. The proposal, […]
The Managing Director of Transmission Company of Nigeria, Sule Ahmed Abdulaziz, has unveiled an ambitious roadmap to deliver a more reliable and efficient national grid as he begins a renewed five-year tenure approved by Bola Tinubu. Speaking in Abuja, Abdulaziz described his reappointment as a “call to greater responsibility,” aligning […]
A night meant for celebration turned into chaos as gunfire erupted at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, forcing the evacuation of U.S. President Donald Trump and top officials in Washington, D.C. What Happened Witnesses described a terrifying moment when a man, reportedly dressed to blend in, pulled out a long […]
U.S. President Donald Trump has ruled out using nuclear weapons against Iran, dialing back earlier rhetoric and stating firmly: “A nuclear weapon should never be used.” The shift comes after heightened tensions in the U.S.-Iran conflict and signals a preference for conventional military strategy. Trump emphasized that existing operations have […]
