Defying Turmoil, Burkina Faso President Honors U-17 Football Heroes Amid Coup Aftermath
In a symbolic display of unity and national pride, Burkina Faso’s President, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, hosted the country’s U-17 football...
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Community Op-Ed: Standing in Solidarity with our Dominican Community
The Dominican community in New York City is the largest anywhere in the world outside of the Dominican Republic —...
DR Congo Suspends Kabila’s Party Over Alleged Rebel Ties, Cites “Overt Activism” and M23 Silence
In a dramatic move signaling deepening political tensions, Congolese authorities on Saturday announced the suspension of the People’s Party for...
Untapped Opportunities in Africa for Global Venture Capital Investors
Overview of Africa's Economic LandscapeAfrica's economic landscape is characterized by a remarkable combination of rapid growth rates, emerging markets, and...
Community Op-Ed: Improving Quality of Life as We Make New York City the Best Place to Raise a Family
We all want to enjoy a great quality of life in the greatest city in the world — but it’s...
Minister of Interior resolves passport printer crisis at Nigerian consulates in US
In a significant move to ease passport processing challenges for Nigerians in the United States, the Minister of Interior, Hon....
Ruto, Raila strike parliamentary power-sharing deal to avert legislative crisis
In a landmark political agreement, President William Ruto and opposition leader Raila Odinga have reached a deal on sharing National...
Angolan President Lourenço elected AU chairman
File source: Google In a landmark shift in continental governance, Angolan President João Lourenço has taken the helm as the...
Kenyan athlete Koech wins Lagos City Marathon 2025 as thousands race through city
Edwin Kibet Koech of Kenya has once again stamped his authority on the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, winning the...
Cameroon: 80 unemployed PhD holders to protest alleged bias in university recruitment
Image Source: Google Tensions are rising among unemployed PhD holders in Cameroon as at least 80 doctorate graduates plan to...
Liberian president suspends all govt officials govt asset declaration non-compliance
Liberian President Joseph Boakai has taken a firm stance against financial opacity within his administration, suspending all government officials who...
Sudan’s Crisis: A War That Affects Us
File source: Google The ongoing conflict in Sudan is not just a Sudanese tragedy—it is an African crisis with profound...
Namibia’s founding father Sam Nujoma dies at 95
Sam Nujoma, revered as Namibia’s "founding father" and a key architect of the nation’s democracy, has passed away at the...
ECOWAS, India strengthen ties to boost trade, investment, security
In a bid to enhance bilateral relations, the Chief of Mission of the Indian High Commission to Nigeria, Ms. Vartika...
OIC condemns Trump’s remarks on Palestinian displacement, UNRWA funding cut
The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has strongly condemned U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent statements advocating for the displacement of...
“I’m the Best in Football History”—Ronaldo Declares Himself Superior to Messi
Cristiano Ronaldo has reignited the long-standing debate over who is the greatest footballer of all time, boldly declaring himself the...
Nigeria’s first lady, Oluremi Tinubu, donates N100 million to victims of Niger tanker explosion
In a heartfelt gesture of compassion, Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has donated N100 million to support families affected...
OpED: When Prisons Become Crime Hubs: The Chilling Case of Inmates Running Robbery Rings in Benin
In a shocking revelation that should send chills down the spine of every Nigerian, an armed robbery in Benin City...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community OpEd: Bringing More Jobs to Every Borough, Block, and Neighborhood
Every day, New Yorkers work hard to build a better future for themselves and their families. They want a chance...
DRC army struggles against M23 as rebels advance toward Bukavu, vow to march on Kinshasa
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) military, weakened by months of relentless fighting, is struggling to push back against the...
Senegalese President Faye mediates between Rwanda, DRC amid escalating Eastern Congo crisis
In a proactive diplomatic move, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has engaged in high-level discussions with Rwandan President Paul Kagame...
Burkina Faso’s President Traoré receives first AES biometric passport, marks historic break from ECOWAS
In a bold move that underscores the shifting geopolitical landscape in West Africa, Burkina Faso’s President Ibrahim Traoré has officially...
TikTok pays Senegalese star Khaby Lame $20 million in 2024, becomes platform’s top earner
TikTok’s silent humor sensation, Khaby Lame, has shattered records in the social media world with an astounding $20 million payment...
ECOWAS urges UN support for African-led counter-terrorism initiatives at high-level security council session
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC), under the presidency of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, convened a high-level session...
International peacekeepers killed as clashes with M23 rebels escalate in Eastern DRC
Photo Source: Google At least 13 international peacekeepers and foreign soldiers have been killed as heavy fighting continues in eastern...
EFSCRJ raises alarm over establishment of standards committee, demands compliance with financial reporting act
The Edward Francis Small Centre for Human Rights and Justice (EFSCRJ) has voiced strong concerns regarding the planned inauguration of...
13 peacekeepers killed in escalating violence in Eastern DRC amid M23 rebel clashes
Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is once again the epicenter of violence as clashes between M23 rebels and government...
Nigerian President Tinubu to lead Africa’s energy transformation at Dar es Salaam Summit
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will embark on a pivotal journey to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on Sunday, January 26, 2025,...
M23 Rebels Kill North Kivu Governor Amid Escalating Violence in Congo
Photo Source: Google In a devastating blow to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Major General Peter Cirimwami, the...
Okonjo-Iweala cautions against ‘catastrophic’ trade wars as Trump escalates tariffs
In a strong plea for global economic stability, World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala urged nations to exercise restraint...
AU chairperson expresses shock over US withdrawal from WHO
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat, has expressed profound disappointment following the United States government’s announcement...
Egypt waives visas for Nigerian diplomats, elevates ties to comprehensive partnership
In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, Egypt has waived visa requirements for Nigerian diplomats, marking a new chapter in the relationship...
Nigeria: NDLEA foils India-bound student’s plan to smuggle 76 wraps of cocaine
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted Esther Onyinyechi Uzodinma, a 26-year-old nursing student of Noida...
U.S. commits $117 million to strengthen Lebanese army
The United States has pledged over $117 million in security aid to Lebanon’s armed forces, aiming to strengthen the crisis-stricken...
EU bolsters Gambia’s development with 718 million Dalasi allocation
In a significant boost to The Gambia’s state-building efforts, the European Union (EU) has disbursed 718.2 million Dalasi (€9.5 million)...
Ghana, Saudi Arabia seal deal for Hajj 2025 pilgrimage
In a significant step towards ensuring a seamless Hajj 2025 experience, the Government of Ghana has signed a Memorandum of...
ECOWAS engages Senegalese govt on sanitary napkin factory initiative to improve women’s health
In a move to bolster women’s health and hygiene across West Africa, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community OpEd: Making New York City the Best Place to Raise a Family
Last week in Harlem, the neighborhood where generations of Black families have flourished, I reported to New Yorkers on the...
Nigerian president Tinubu approves new military code, bans homosexuality, tattoos, cross-dressing
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved sweeping reforms to the Nigerian military's code of conduct, imposing strict bans on behaviors...
“I’m still struggling financially despite two Oscar nominations, blockbuster success” – Djimon Hounsou opens up on Hollywood racism, pay disparity
Veteran actor Djimon Hounsou, renowned for his captivating performances in blockbuster hits and two Oscar-nominated roles, has revealed his ongoing...
ECOWAS, UN forge stronger ties on political cooperation, security, human development
In a landmark meeting held on January 10, 2025, the President of the ECOWAS Commission, H.E. Omar Alieu Touray, hosted...
Ghana’s President Mahama reduces ministries to cut cost
In a decisive move to streamline governance and reduce government expenditure, Ghana’s President John Mahama has cut the number of...
Nigerian ‘young billionaire’ sentenced for defrauding American woman $345,000
The Federal High Court in Maitama, Abuja, has sentenced Chima Hyginus Nkwocha, popularly known as ‘Young Billionaire,’ to two years...
Modern slavery in Libya, reports reveal Africans sold for $300
Reports emerging from Libya in 2025 reveal a resurgence of slavery, with African migrants being sold in open markets for...
Prof Omoteso’s rise to deputy vice-chancellor at UK’s Anglia Ruskin University redefines global standards
Photo Source: Anglia Ruskin University Nigerians abroad continue to shatter ceilings and redefine global standards, leaving indelible marks across industries....
Former French President Sarkozy faces trial over alleged Libyan campaign financing
Image source: Reuters Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy appeared in court on Monday to face charges of receiving millions of...
Nigerian examination body JAMB remits N6b to FG Coffers
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the remittance of over N6 billion to the Federal Government as...
Three Chinese nationals caught in DR Congo with gold bars, $800,000 cash
Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo authorities have arrested three Chinese nationals in possession of 12 gold bars and $800,000 in...
Clean Banjul initiative gains momentum as volunteers join Mayor Malick-Lowe’s call to action
The Mayor of Banjul, Rohey Malick-Lowe, has renewed her call for collective responsibility in keeping the Gambian capital clean and...
Gambian police foil highway robbery, arrest Suspect, recover stolen Mercedes Benz
The Gambian police have achieved a breakthrough in their crackdown on a notorious robbery gang terrorizing commuters along the Sukuta-Jabang...