Gen Z-Led Uprising…Madagascar’s President Flees
Madagascar’s President, Andry Rajoelina, has reportedly fled the country, marking yet another government toppled by a wave of Gen Z-driven unrest spreading across the globe. According to opposition leader Siteny Randrianasoloniaiko, Rajoelina left Madagascar on Sunday after sections of the army defected and joined protesters demanding his resignation. “We called the staff of the presidency […]
FCT, NPHCDA Strengthen Measles–Rubella Vaccination Drive Across Nigeria
In a joint effort that underscores the power of collaboration in safeguarding children’s health, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) have taken their renewed commitment to the field — monitoring the progress of the ongoing Measles–Rubella (MRM) Vaccination Campaign across Nigeria. Over the weekend, the Mandate […]
Reigniting Beijing’s Promise: Amina Mohammed Calls for Renewed Action on Women’s Rights
Nearly three decades after the landmark Beijing Declaration charted a new course for women’s empowerment, global leaders have once again gathered to assess the journey so far — and to confront the uncomfortable truth that gender equality remains far from achieved. At the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women, co-hosted by China and UN Women, the […]
Abuja at 50: Wike Promises Infrastructure Revolution to Position Nigeria’s Capital Among Global Modern Cities
As Abuja approaches its 50th anniversary in 2026, Nigeria’s Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike, has announced plans for what he describes as an unprecedented infrastructure revolution that will redefine the city’s urban identity and economic potential. Speaking during the flag-off of the construction of Collector Road CN2 (Emmanuel I. Ogala […]
Nigeria’s Economy Shows Recovery Signs, Yet 139 Million Remain in Poverty — World Bank Report
Nigeria has made significant strides in stabilizing its economy through bold policy reforms, but living standards remain under pressure as food inflation and poverty continue to rise, according to the latest Nigeria Development Update (NDU) released by the World Bank on Wednesday. The report commended the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for its “bold […]
Nigeria’s Internally Generated Revenue Surges by Nearly 50% as Lagos, Rivers, and FCT Lead in 2024
Nigeria recorded a remarkable fiscal leap in 2024, as its Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) rose year-on-year by 49.7 percent, reaching ₦3.63 trillion compared to ₦2.43 trillion in 2023. According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) report, Lagos, Rivers, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) maintained their lead as Nigeria’s top-performing subnational economies — generating […]
US Government Shutdown: What It Means for Africa and the World
The ongoing government shutdown in Washington has stretched beyond the borders of the United States, leaving embassies and consulates worldwide scaling back their public communications. From Abuja to Accra, London to Dhaka, U.S. missions have announced they will reduce routine updates, maintaining only urgent safety and security alerts until operations fully resume. While Washington debates […]
SelectUSA Opens Registration for 2026 Investment Summit in Washington, D.C.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced that registration is now open for the 2026 SelectUSA Investment Summit, scheduled to take place from May 3–6, 2026 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland. Widely regarded as the premier global event for promoting foreign direct investment (FDI) in the United States, […]
Nigeria’s FCT Pilgrims Board Sets 2026 Hajj Fare Amid Global Preparations
As Muslim communities around the world intensify preparations for the 2026 Hajj, the Federal Capital Territory Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board (FCT-MPWB), Abuja, has released the approved fare for intending pilgrims from Nigeria’s capital city. The cost has been pegged at ₦8,244,813.67 (approximately USD 5,400 at prevailing exchange rates). In a statement, the Director of the […]
Global Membership World Unveils Its First Top 100 Most Influential Membership Professionals
Jason Boyle of the Royal Institute of British Architects takes the top spot Membership World, the global community for membership professionals, has released its inaugural Top 100 Most Influential Membership Professionals Index, spotlighting leaders shaping impact and influence across professional communities worldwide. At the very top of the list is Jason Boyle, from the Royal […]
