African Development Bank Approves Eswatini’s 2025-2030 Strategy to Boost Economic Transformation
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank has approved Eswatini’s Country Strategy Paper (CSP) 2025-2030. The target is to accelerate the country’s structural transformation and build a strong foundation for a more inclusive, diverse, resilient, and competitive economy. The new strategy, which followed extensive consultations with government authorities, civil society, the private sector, […]
AU Deploys High-Level Delegation to Mediate in South Sudan Crisis
In a significant move towards fostering peace in South Sudan, the Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Youssouf Ali, has reaffirmed the AU’s unwavering commitment to dialogue and reconciliation in the country. Following direct talks with President Salva Kiir, the Chairperson addressed the evolving political situation and the recent violence in Nasir, […]
SERAP Urges National Assembly to Withdraw Bill Mandating Voting Under Threat of Jail Time
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on Senate President Godswill Akpabio and House of Representatives Speaker Tajudeen Abbas to immediately withdraw a proposed bill that seeks to impose a six-month jail term or a ₦100,000 fine—or both—on eligible Nigerians who fail to vote in national and state elections. In a letter dated […]
Three Nigerians Face 60 Years in US Prison for $4.5M Fraud Scheme
Three Nigerians based in the United States—Olumide Olorunfunmi, Samson Amos, and Emmanuel Unuigbe—are facing a combined sentence of up to 60 years in prison for allegedly laundering $4.5 million. The case, which was originally reported by PUNCH Metro, was detailed in a statement by the US Department of Justice. The statement revealed that the trio […]
SALLAH HOMAGE: PRESIDENT TINUBU LAUDS FCT MINISTER’S INNOVATION IN GOVERNANCE Calls for Unity and National Progress
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Nyesom Wike, for his progressive governance approach, which has led to significant improvements in the lives of FCT residents. The President made this statement while receiving a delegation of FCT residents at the Presidential Villa on Sunday, March 30, […]
African Development Bank Approves $19.85 Million Grant for Humanitarian Support in Sudan
The African Development Bank Group has approved a $19.85 million grant to support emergency humanitarian operations in Sudan, with a strong focus on improving women’s livelihoods and mitigating the impact of the ongoing conflict on communities and critical infrastructure. This was disclosed in a press statement by Christin Roby, Principal Regional Communication Officer for East […]
Elon Musk Sells X to xAI for $45 Billion
Elon Musk has sold his social media company, X, to his artificial intelligence firm, xAI, for $45 billion. The deal, which includes $12 billion in debt, values X at $33 billion, slightly more than what Musk paid for it in 2022. Musk stated that the integration of X and xAI will leverage AI-driven capabilities to […]
Atiku Abubakar, Rabiu Kwankwaso Condemn Mob Lynching in Edo State
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Kano State governor Rabiu Kwankwaso have strongly condemned the brutal mob lynching of at least 16 Northerners traveling to Kano State. The attack, which occurred in Uromi, Edo State, has sparked outrage and renewed calls for justice. Tragic Incident Unfolds in Uromi According to reports first published […]
Zenith Bank Delivers Record-Breaking Growth, Strengthens Position as Nigeria’s Financial Powerhouse
Zenith Bank Plc has once again reaffirmed its dominance in Nigeria’s banking industry with an exceptional financial performance for the year ended December 31, 2024. The bank’s audited financial results highlight a remarkable surge across key indicators, showcasing its resilience, strategic innovation, and investor confidence. Unprecedented Financial GrowthThe bank recorded a staggering 86% year-on-year […]
Sierra Leone Ramps Up Fight Against Mpox with Targeted Vaccination Rollout
A Race Against Time: Combating Mpox in Sierra Leone In a decisive move to curb the spread of the ongoing Mpox outbreak, Sierra Leone has initiated a nationwide vaccination campaign, marking a critical juncture in the country’s public health response. Since the first confirmed cases emerged in January 2025, authorities have faced mounting pressure to […]
