News & Current Affairs

Nigeria Faces Scrutiny as Togo Seeks Increased Electricity Supply Amid Domestic Power Challenges
Uchechi Okporie

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 17, 2026

Nigeria Faces Scrutiny as Togo Seeks Increased Electricity Supply Amid Domestic Power Challenges

Despite poor power supply to Nigerians and allegations of Aso Rock reportedly pulling out of the national grid, Togo has approached Nigeria for an increase in electricity supply, raising fresh concerns about the country’s energy priorities.

Ghana Orders Emergency Evacuation of Citizens From Qatar Amid Rising Middle East Tensions
Uchechi Okporie

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 16, 2026

Ghana Orders Emergency Evacuation of Citizens From Qatar Amid Rising Middle East Tensions

According to a report in Business Insider Africa, the Government of Ghana has initiated an emergency evacuation of its citizens in Qatar as security concerns escalate in the Middle East.

Nigeria’s Tinubu Makes Historic Trip to the United Kingdom, First Presidential State Visit Since the 1980s.
Uchechi Okporie

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 16, 2026

Nigeria’s Tinubu Makes Historic Trip to the United Kingdom, First Presidential State Visit Since the 1980s.

Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is set to travel to the United Kingdom for a landmark state visit, becoming the first Nigerian leader to receive such an invitation from the British monarchy in nearly four decades. The visit, hosted by King Charles III, will take place at Windsor Castle and is expected to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations.

Africa’s Silent Displacement Crisis: 3.7 Million Nigerians Forced Into Nearly 4,000 Camps as Insecurity Deepens.
Uchechi Okporie

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 16, 2026

Africa’s Silent Displacement Crisis: 3.7 Million Nigerians Forced Into Nearly 4,000 Camps as Insecurity Deepens.

The alarming figures highlight the growing humanitarian emergency triggered by years of terrorism, banditry, communal violence, and armed conflicts, particularly across northern and central regions of the country. Millions of families have fled their communities after repeated attacks on villages, farms, and towns.

Former Nigerian Leader Gowon Visits President Tinubu, Praises Government’s Efforts
Uchechi Okporie

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 14, 2026

Former Nigerian Leader Gowon Visits President Tinubu, Praises Government’s Efforts

Former Nigerian Head of State General Yakubu Gowon visited President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Saturday, saying he wanted to express his support for the current administration’s work and offer encouragement on ongoing national challenges.

Nigeria’s ‘Papa Ajasco’ Actor Abiodun Ayoyinka Opens Up About Financial Struggles
Uchechi Okporie

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 14, 2026

Nigeria’s ‘Papa Ajasco’ Actor Abiodun Ayoyinka Opens Up About Financial Struggles

Veteran Nigerian actor Abiodun Ayoyinka, widely recognised for portraying the comic character in the popular television series Papa Ajasco and Company, has revealed that he is facing significant financial and career challenges despite decades of fame.

Presidential Taskforce Appointed to Transform Nigeria’s Petroleum Sector
Uchechi Okporie

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 14, 2026

Presidential Taskforce Appointed to Transform Nigeria’s Petroleum Sector

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Fola Adeola, co-founder of Guaranty Trust Bank and founder of the Fate Foundation, to lead a newly established Presidential Petroleum Reform and Value Optimisation Taskforce. The executive body aims to design and implement the next phase of structural reforms in Nigeria’s petroleum industry.

African Football Loses Nigeria Legend Henry Nwosu at 61
Uchechi Okporie

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 14, 2026

African Football Loses Nigeria Legend Henry Nwosu at 61

Former Nigerian international footballer Henry Nwosu has died at the age of 61, marking the passing of one of Nigeria’s most celebrated football figures.

Bola Ahmed Tinubu Seizes Direct Oversight of Nigeria’s Accident Investigation Agency in Major Transport Safety Shake-Up
Uchechi Okporie

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 14, 2026

Bola Ahmed Tinubu Seizes Direct Oversight of Nigeria’s Accident Investigation Agency in Major Transport Safety Shake-Up

The decision removes the agency from the supervision of the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development and positions it to report straight to the presidential office. The move is aimed at strengthening oversight and independence in accident investigations across Nigeria’s transport sector.

Global Investors Watch as South Africa’s Richest Self-Made Woman Leaves UK to Launch AI Fund at  Home
Uchechi Okporie

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 13, 2026

Global Investors Watch as South Africa’s Richest Self-Made Woman Leaves UK to Launch AI Fund at Home

South African billionaire investor Magda Wierzycka has returned to her home country after leaving the United Kingdom, announcing plans to launch a major artificial intelligence investment fund aimed at supporting African technology startup.

Power and Firepower: These 10 African Countries Control the Continent’s Strongest Militaries
Uchechi Okporie

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 13, 2026

Power and Firepower: These 10 African Countries Control the Continent’s Strongest Militaries

A new military ranking has revealed the African nations with the most powerful armed forces in 2024, with Egypt emerging as the continent’s strongest military power.

Africa’s Billionaires Grow $20 Billion Richer in a Year — Forbes Ranking Puts Nigeria’s Femi Otedola at the Bottom of the Elite Club.
Uchechi Okporie

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 13, 2026

Africa’s Billionaires Grow $20 Billion Richer in a Year — Forbes Ranking Puts Nigeria’s Femi Otedola at the Bottom of the Elite Club.

Africa’s wealthiest business tycoons have significantly expanded their fortunes, with the continent’s billionaire class adding more than $20 billion in just one year, according to the latest ranking released by Forbes.