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Crime-fighting Nigerian policeman, illegally dismissed 30 years ago, awaits justice

Nigeria, June 29 -- It is a shocking accusation. And it came from within the ranks of the Nigerian police. In 1984, Edward Oyamendan, then a superintendent of police (SP), and his team at the Police ... Read More


Congo, Rwanda sign US-brokered peace agreement

Nigeria, June 29 -- The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have signed a peace deal facilitated by the United States to end the decades-long, deadly fighting in eastern Congo. This is the latest... Read More


Nigeria vs Ghana: Super Falcons eye dominance over Black Queens in pre-WAFCON friendly

Nigeria, June 29 -- Nigeria's Super Falcons are set for a fiery face-off their against archrivals, Ghana's Black Queens, in Casablanca on Sunday (today), as both sides wrap up their pre-tournament bui... Read More


TOFAC 2025: African cultural creativity and innovations, By Toyin Falola

Nigeria, June 29 -- Let me express my profound gratitude to the Vice-Chancellor of Osun State University, the distinguished Professor Clement Adebooye, a scholar rooted in both the Western academy and... Read More


Faith, youth and NDLEA's new drug warfront, By Arafat A Abdulrazaq

Nigeria, June 29 -- Every 26 June, the world observes the "International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking". It is a moment to reflect, recommit and rally global action around one of the ... Read More


MOVIE REVIEW: 'What Remains of Us': Predictable, yet enjoyable movie

Nigeria, June 29 -- Cast: Nadia Buari, Taye Arimoro, Ilana Ally, Durotimi Okutagidi, Iyke Michael, Chisom Hillary, Patrick Star Director: Great Valentine Edochie Despite socio-cultural advancements,... Read More


From street vendor's son to CEO, Michael '12 Baskets' Afolaranmi celebrates 50 in style

Nigeria, June 29 -- One of Lagos' most memorable weekends unfolded last Sunday, as the city played host to a spectacular gathering of dignitaries and high-profile guests to celebrate the 50th birthday... Read More


Wars, emergent geopolitics and the weaponisation of supply chains, By Cheta Nwanze

Nigeria, June 29 -- The ongoing military confrontation between Iran and Israel marks a dangerous new strategic era with far-reaching implications for the African continent. The conflict's true impact ... Read More


2024 Federation Cup: Kwara governor, union salute victorious Kwara United

Nigeria, June 29 -- The Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, says he is overwhelmed with joy over Kwara United FC of Ilorin winning the 2025 President's Federation Cup for the first time sinc... Read More


'Zlatan knows I never touched Mohbad, I just wanted what he owed me' - Sam Larry

Nigeria, June 29 -- Music promoter Samson 'Sam Larry' Eletu has broken his silence regarding an allegation that he bullied the late singer Ilerioluwa 'Mohbad' Aloba, a former signee of his friend and ... Read More