Obasanjo reaffirms support for African Academy of Sciences
…urges stronger political backing for research By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has reaffirmed his commitment to advancing science, technology and innovation in Africa, calling on political leaders, philanthropists and the private sector to work closely with scientists to accelerate the continent’s development. Obasanjo gave the assurance while receiving the President and a […]
2026 World Cup: 5 African countries eliminated from tournament
Senegal became the fifth African country to be eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering a 3-2 defeat to Belgium in their Round of 32 clash on Wednesday.
CEIBS Nigeria inducts new members, announces new website, Abuja expansion
By Juliet Umeh The China Europe International Business School, CEIBS, Nigeria Alumni Chapter on Saturday, June 20, 2026, inducted a fresh set of members, unveiled its official alumni website and announced the expansion of its flagship Women Entrepreneurship and Leadership for Africa, WELA, programme to Abuja, marking one of the most significant evenings in the […]
Dennis Odion wins Edo Tourism Fashion Showcase 2026
Fashion designer and founder of Dennis Odion Artistry, Dennis Odion Osemwengie, has emerged as the overall winner of the Edo State Tourism Fashion Showcase 2026, earning the top prize for his creative presentation at the competition. The event, organised by the Edo State Government through the Ministry of Art, Culture and Tourism, brought together fashion […]
EFCC’s Presence in Ekiti: A call for legitimate enterprise, not relocation
By Oluwatosin Ogunkuade Jasper The establishment of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC Zonal Directorate Office in Ekiti State, should not be seen as a reason for young people to relocate. Rather, it should serve as a wake-up call to embrace honest enterprise and legitimate means of livelihood. Go back to school if necessary. […]
KAP Academy, Benin’s SOPA unveil Pan-African bootcamp
By Efe Onodjae A new initiative aimed at strengthening Africa’s film industry has been launched following a partnership between KAP Film & Television Academy and the Republic of Benin’s Société de Productions Audiovisuelles (SOPA) to train young filmmakers across the continent. The programme, known as the KAP-SOPA Pan-African Filmmaking Bootcamp, was unveiled on Monday in […]
