Forty-five days that changed elections in Africa?
An unlikely coincidence of ballots in a forty-five day period from the middle of September to the end of October 2025 has cast a new light on the state of democratic governance in Africa and now threatens to unscramble the ritual hollowness that has become the fate of elections on the continent under the indifferent watch of the African Union and other regional institutions in Africa.
2027: APC tightens grip on Plateau as top politicians dump PDP, LP, others
By Marie-Therese Nanlong Ahead of the 2027 general election, leaders of the All Progressives Congress, APC, gathered at the weekend in Jos, Plateau State, to formally receive new members who defected from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP; Labour Party, LP; PRP; and ADC. The APC described the mass defections as a significant step toward strengthening […]
Sanwo-Olu, Jim Ovia, Balogun, others present as ART X Lagos lights up Lagos for 10 X edition
After four days of showcasing Africa’s ingenuity, creativity through the arts and crafts of talents that abound within the continent and beyond at the Federal Palace in Victoria Island Lagos, the tenth anniversary edition of ART X Lagos wrapped up on Sunday November 9th, 2025. For many who converged on the venue, either as art […]
I feel proud seeing more female storytellers emerging — Efe Irele
Nollywood actress and producer Efe Irele has expressed pride in the growing visibility of female storytellers in the Nigerian film industry, noting their dedication and attention to detail in production.
Gov Otu speaks of ‘divine moment’ as son marries
Francis, son of Governor Bassey Edet Otu, of Cross River State, tied the knot with his heartthrob, Sylvia Oku-Ita, in a traditional and white wedding. The occasion coincided with the Nigeria Governors’ Spouses Forum (NGSF) quarterly meeting
Nobody taught me the drum effect – Commisioner DJ Wysei
Popular Nigerian disc jockey Commissioner DJ Wysei, also known as The Drummer Queen, has opened up about how she created her signature drumming style that has set her apart in the entertainment industry.
Most content creators lack basic interviewing skills — Kehinde Ajose
Kehinde Ajose, a visibility strategist and host of the podcast Conversations with Kenni, has called on Nigerian creators to hone their interviewing skills if they want to stand out in today’s rapidly evolving digital media landscape.
Maritime Academy partners NLNG, RMU to boost cadet training standards
By Godwin Oritse In a move to strengthen cadet training standards, the leadership of the Maritime Academy of Nigeria (MAN), Oron, Akwa Ibom State, has entered into partnerships with the Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) and the Regional Maritime University (RMU) in Accra, Ghana, to enhance the global acceptance and competitiveness of its cadets.Speaking at […]
SQHN urges nationwide push to improve patient safety
Society for Quality in Healthcare in Nigeria, SQHN, has said improving healthcare quality in Nigeria is both a professional duty and a moral responsibility. The organisation said this at its 2025 Annual Conference and Professors Emmanuel Adeyemo & Oyinade Elebute Memorial Lecture themed: ‘Reimagining Healthcare Quality in Nigeria: Local Action, Global Insight, Lasting Impact,’ held […]
Africa must reimagine learning to maximise gains of digital age – Oparaugo
The Founder and CEO of GetBundi Education Technology, Osita Oparaugo, has said that Africa is well positioned to maximise the benefits of the ongoing digital revolution but must first reimagine how learning is done in the continent.
Halima Abubakar visits Deputy Senate President, seeks collaboration on disability health initiatives
Nollywood actress and humanitarian, Halima Abubakar, has paid a courtesy visit to the Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, as part of efforts to advance her foundation’s campaign on hygiene and the promotion of healthy lifestyles for people living with disabilities.
