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Uganda Partially Restores Internet After Museveni Wins Seventh Term

January 20, 2026

Ugandan authorities have partially restored internet services following President Yoweri Museveni’s victory in Thursday’s presidential election, while keeping social media platforms offline. Users reported reconnecting to the internet around 11:00 p.m. local time on Saturday, with some internet service providers

News·Nigeria·Security·Top Stories

Kogi State Deploys PH20 Surveillance Drones for Security Operations

January 19, 2026

by Prosper Okoye

The Kogi State Government has unveiled two high-capacity PH20 surveillance drones as part of its efforts to strengthen security and intelligence operations across the state. The drones were presented on Monday at the 12 Brigade Headquarters, Chari‑Maigumeri Barracks in Lokoja,

Business

‘Japa’ Pushes UK Pound Rate To N920, As Nigerians Overwhelm Black Market

Business·Top Stories

Naira Depreciates Against Dollar, Pound, Euro In Official Window

January 19, 2026

In the Nigerian foreign exchange market (NFEM), also known as the official window, the United States dollar (USD) closed at N1,420.5 kobo per USD

Bulls Charge Ahead As NGX Shatters Records As Market Cap Surpasses N50trn

Business·Top Stories

Ikeja Hotel, Living Trust Drag NGX Market Cap Down By N10.90bn

January 19, 2026

Over N10.90 billion was lost during trading on Monday, January 19, as the market capitalisation of the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) declined to N106.34 trillion,

Nigeria's Economic Independence Struggle: The Foreign Telecom Giants, Naira's Dilemma

Business·Top Stories

Investing In MTN More Profitable Than Holding Airtel’s Shares In 2025

January 19, 2026

In 2025, MTN Nigeria shares were more profitable than those of the telecommunications rival, Airtel Africa, in the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), also known as

Business·Finance & Economy·Opinion

CBN, Policy Shifts and Economy

January 17, 2026

By Arize Nwobu The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has worked dedicatedly alongside the federal government and implemented policy shifts towards the reconfiguration of

Business·Top Stories

Austin Laz Founder Sells N227.76m Shares Amid Firm’s Revenue Woes

January 16, 2026

Austin Asimonye, the founder and chief executive officer (CEO) of Austin Laz & Co. has reduced his investment in the company amid the firm’s

Politics

News·Nigeria·Politics

Kano Governor’s Secret Meeting with Tinubu Reignites Defection Concerns

January 19, 2026

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has held a closed-door meeting with Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu at the State House in Abuja, a development that has reignited concerns over a possible defection from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The governor arrived at the president’s office at about 16:13 local time on Monday and

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Otti Predicts Stronger Leadership After 2031 as Abia Enters Phase of Accelerated Development

January 19, 2026

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has said that whoever succeeds

Insights·Opinion·Politics·Top Stories

Rivers State: A Cycle of Chaos – Will Anyone Listen?

January 19, 2026

Rivers State: A Cycle of Chaos – Will Anyone Listen? For three

News·Nigeria·Politics·Top Stories

Court to Rule on Tinubu’s Emergency Powers in Rivers State

January 18, 2026

A Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed 9 March for judgment

News·Politics·Top Stories

My Focus Is on Fixing Abia, Not 2027 Elections – Otti

January 18, 2026

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has reiterated that his administration will not

Entertainment

Emmys 2025: ‘Adolescence’ Win Big, Full Winners List

September 15, 2025

The 2025 Emmy Awards were handed out Sunday, with Adolescence, The Studio, The Pitt, and The

Entertainment

How To Vote For AFRIMA 2025

September 9, 2025

The countdown to AFRIMA 2025 has officially begun as the All Africa Music Awards announced that

Entertainment

Full AFRIMA 2025 Nominations List: Davido, Burna Boy Lead List

September 5, 2025

The wait is over! The African Music Awards (AFRIMA) 2025 nominees list has been officially released,

Entertainment

AFRIMA 2025 Nominees List Unveiled: Voting Details, Top Contenders

September 5, 2025

The African Music Awards (AFRIMA) 2025 nominees list is finally here, music fans across the continent

Entertainment

Court Orders Mohbad’s Wife To Run DNA On Their Son

September 4, 2025

A Lagos State Magistrate Court sitting in Ikorodu, on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, ordered a DNA

Technology

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Terra Industries Raises $11.75 Million to Build Africa’s First Homegrown Defence Tech Prime

January 13, 2026

Terra Industries, a Nigerian-founded defence technology startup, has raised $11.75 million in seed funding as it steps out of stealth and positions itself to

Business·News·Technology

Malaysia, Indonesia Block Grok Over Sexual Deepfake Images

January 13, 2026

Malaysia and Indonesia have blocked access to Grok, an artificial intelligence chatbot linked to Elon Musk’s platform X, citing concerns over the creation of

News·Nigeria·Technology·Top Stories

Tech Innovator Hanu Expands Inclusion with AI Smart Glasses for Hearing-Impaired Nigerians

January 10, 2026

Nigerian-born tech innovator, Hanu Fejiro Agbodjie, has donated AI-powered smart glasses to hearing-impaired Nigerians, reinforcing his commitment to using technology to promote social inclusion

Business·News·Technology·Top Stories

Nigerians to Receive Immediate Refunds for Failed Telecom Transactions

January 8, 2026

Nigerian telecom users will begin receiving automatic refunds for failed airtime and data purchases under a new framework introduced by the Nigerian Communications Commission

Business·News·Technology

Nigerian Mobile Users May Pay More Under New NCC Roadmap

January 7, 2026

By Prosper Okoye Nigerian mobile phone users may face higher call and data costs following a new five-year plan released by the country’s telecoms

Sport

FEATURES·Opinion·Sports·Top Stories

AFCON FINAL: How Referee Chaos, Officiating Outrage Tainted Senegal’s Win

January 19, 2026

After a spectacle of 52 games, and a record-breaking number of goals (121 in the end), the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025) had come down to the two of the best in a tense final. Morocco’s effort in delivering a good tournament in some of the best stadiums in the world was about to see a great finale, mature

News·Sports·Top Stories

Senegal Win Africa Cup of Nations After Extra-Time Thriller Against Morocco

January 19, 2026

Senegal claimed their second Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title with a

News·Sports·Top Stories

Tinubu Congratulates Super Eagles on AFCON 2025 Bronze Medal Triumph

January 18, 2026

President Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s senior men’s national football team, the Super

Insights·Opinion·Sports

Nigeria–Morocco, AFCON 2025: A Semi-Final Decided by Margins, Pressure, and Perspective

January 17, 2026

By Paul Lucky Okoku (Former Nigerian International Footballer | Football Analyst) When

Business·Celebrity News·News·Sports

January 15, 2026

Nigeria’s football authorities have threatened legal action against telecoms company Airtel Nigeria,

Markets

Business·Finance & Economy·Markets·News·Nigeria

Nigeria Tightens Rules for Courier Companies Using Prepaid Imports

January 13, 2026

Nigeria’s customs authority has introduced new rules for courier companies that handle imported goods under a system where duties are paid before delivery, Prime

Business·Markets·Power·Top Stories

Behind the Geregu Power Sale: Politics and a $750m Deal

January 11, 2026

The sale of Geregu Power, one of Nigeria’s largest electricity plants, has drawn attention after politically connected figures assumed top positions. Billionaire Femi Otedola

Recapitalisation: UBA Extends Deadline For Rights Issue

Business·Markets·News

UBA Hits Billion-Naira Milestone: Rights Issue Success Pushes Capital Base Above ₦500bn

January 8, 2026

United Bank for Africa (UBA) has successfully concluded its rights issue, raising ₦157.84 billion through the issuance of 3.16 billion ordinary shares at ₦50

Business·Markets·News

GivTrade Secures UAE SCA Category 5 Licence

December 29, 2025

GivTrade, an international multi-asset brokerage providing access to global markets via CFDs, on Wednesday announced that it has been granted a Category 5 (“Arrangement

Business·Markets·News

Nigeria Launches N590bn Power Sector Bond to Clear GENCO, Gas Arrears

December 21, 2025

The Federal Government of Nigeria has issued its debut bond under the Presidential Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme, raising N590 billion to settle verified

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Uganda Partially Restores Internet After Museveni Wins Seventh Term

January 20, 2026

Ugandan authorities have partially restored internet services following President Yoweri Museveni’s victory in Thursday’s presidential election, while keeping social media platforms offline. Users reported reconnecting to the internet around 11:00 p.m. local time on Saturday, with some internet service providers confirming that

News·Nigeria·Security·Top Stories

Kogi State Deploys PH20 Surveillance Drones for Security Operations

January 19, 2026

The Kogi State Government has unveiled two high-capacity PH20 surveillance drones as part of its efforts to strengthen security and intelligence operations across the state. The drones were presented on Monday at the 12 Brigade Headquarters, Chari‑Maigumeri Barracks in Lokoja, the state

News·Security·Top Stories

Army Denies Mutiny Threat Amid Pay Rumours

January 19, 2026

The Nigerian Army has dismissed reports suggesting soldiers threatened mutiny over salaries and allowances, calling the claims “false and misleading.” In a statement on Monday, Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director of Army Public Relations, said the rumours, widely circulated online, were based

News·Nigeria·Top Stories

International Flights Set to Begin at VAIA in April

January 19, 2026

Nigeria’s Victor Attah International Airport (VAIA) in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, is set to begin full international flight operations in April 2026, government officials have confirmed. The airport, officially designated as an international facility by the Federal Government, recently underwent a comprehensive

News·Nigeria·Top Stories

Contractors Block Finance Ministry Over Unpaid ₦4tn Debt

January 19, 2026

Hundreds of local contractors under the All Indigenous Contractors Association of Nigeria (AICAN) blocked the entrance to the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja on Monday, demanding payment of what they say is more than ₦4 trillion owed by the federal government

News·Nigeria·Politics

Kano Governor’s Secret Meeting with Tinubu Reignites Defection Concerns

January 19, 2026

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has held a closed-door meeting with Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu at the State House in Abuja, a development that has reignited concerns over a possible defection from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) to the ruling All

Africa·News·Top Stories

South Africa Cracks Down on Traffic After 13 Children Die in Crash

January 19, 2026

South African authorities have called for stricter road safety enforcement after a minibus carrying schoolchildren collided with a truck near Vanderbijlpark, south of Johannesburg, killing 13 pupils. The crash occurred on Monday when police said the minibus driver appeared to lose control while

News·Nigeria·Security·Top Stories

Conflicting Reports Emerge on Kaduna Church Abduction

January 19, 2026

Conflicting accounts have emerged over reports that more than 100 worshippers were abducted during church services in Kaduna State on Sunday. Security officials dismissed the allegations as false while some religious leaders maintain an incident occurred. On Monday, Kaduna State police and

News·Nigeria·Top Stories

Oyetola Sets Out Duties for Nigerian Shippers’ Council’s New Board

January 19, 2026

Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has outlined the responsibilities of the newly inaugurated Board of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council, tasking members with oversight, regulatory discipline and support for ongoing reforms in the maritime sector. Speaking in Abuja on

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