Lagos to Monetize ₦3T Assets, Enforce Tax Compliance
The Lagos State Commissioner of Finance, Mr. Abayomi Oluyomi, has announced a sweeping shift in the state’s financial strategy with a plan to unlock revenue from previously untapped areas, including the securitization of idle state assets and the establishment of long-term financial structures. A key component of this strategy is the identification and valuation of […]
BET Awards 2025: Ayra Starr, Tems & Burna Boy Lead African Nominees
BET officially unveiled the highly anticipated nominees for the “BET Awards” 2025, spotlighting a diverse slate of artists from around the globe. Leading the charge from Africa are powerhouse talents Burna Boy, Tems, Rema, Tyla, Ayra Starr, Black Sherif, Shallipopi, Shaboozey, Odeal, Maglera Doe Boy, Uncle Waffles, Dlala Thukzin, Abigail Chams, TxC, all recognized for their exceptional contributions to music […]
Tory Lanez Stabbed 14 Times in Prison
Tory Lanez’s team has confirmed that the artist was the victim of a stabbing incident while in prison. Shortly after a report emerged on Monday, May 12, stating that the performer had allegedly been attacked by another inmate, an official statement appeared on his Instagram account confirming the incident. According to the statement, the individual […]
Dr. Akinwumi Adesina to Keynote AgriConnect Summit 2025
We are honoured to announce that Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), will deliver the Keynote Address at AgriConnect Summit 2025, taking place on May 30th at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. A renowned agricultural economist, global development leader, and 2017 World Food Prize Laureate, Dr. Adesina has consistently championed the transformation of […]
Diddy on Trial for Sex Trafficking, Racketeering in Federal Court
Hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs went on trial on sex trafficking charges today, with prosecutors saying the Bad Boy Records founder lured women into romantic relationships, forced them to take part in drug-fueled sex parties and then blackmailed them with videos he recorded of the encounters. In her opening statement in Manhattan federal court, Prosecutor Emily Johnson […]
US and China Agree to Slash Tariffs by 115%
In a major breakthrough, the United States and China have agreed to slash tariffs on each other’s goods for 90 days, as they de-escalate their trade war. Starting tomorrow Wednesday, both countries will reduce tariffs by 115%, meaning U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports will drop to 30%, while Chinese tariffs on American goods will fall […]
FEC Endorses Medipool to Lower Drug Prices
In a bid to strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare system and reduce escalating costs of pharmaceutical products and drugs in the country, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) approved Medipool, a group purchasing organisation, as supplier of essential healthcare products across Nigeria. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Dr Ali Pate, who announced this after FEC […]
Vinicius, Vazquez Out for Season as Ancelotti Eyes Brazil Role
Real Madrid will be without forward Vinicius Junior and defender Lucas Vazquez for the remainder of their La Liga campaign due to injuries. The club confirmed on Monday that Vinicius has sustained an ankle sprain, while Vazquez is dealing with a thigh issue. According to reports from Spanish outlets, both players may remain sidelined until […]
Amorim: I’ll Step Down if Man Utd’s Poor Form Continues
Ruben Amorim has conceded he should step aside as manager if Manchester United take their poor league form from the end of this season into the next campaign. United’s poor finish hit another low at Old Trafford as they lost 2-0 to a West Ham side that had failed to win any of their previous […]
WHO Warns of Looming Nurse Shortage in Africa
The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised concerns about a potential healthcare crisis in Africa. With the region’s nurse-to-population ratio is already one of the lowest globally, 42% of nurses on the continent plan to emigrate, worsening the existing shortage. To address this, the WHO recommends expanding nursing education, improving working conditions, and introducing advanced […]