The recent opening ceremony of the Young Political Leadership School Africa (YPLSA) Cohort 11 in Monrovia, Liberia, was a great success. Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State received widespread praise for his commitment to youth empowerment in Nigeria. The event, attended by approximately 100 emerging political leaders from various African countries, including Nigeria, featured a […]
On Wednesday in Abuja, seven Nigerian youths took part in a cooking event where they prepared five Korean dishes. The event, organized by the Korean Cultural Centre in Nigeria, featured the preparation of Ganjang Jjimdak (Andong Jjimdak), Bibimmyeon, Gochujang Jjigae, Tteokbokki, and Japchae. The program is designed to prepare the talented Nigerian participants for the […]
The dancers swayed their hips to the rhythm of drummers who set the pace for the anticipated mass circumcision ceremony of the Bamasaba people in Uganda’s eastern mountains. However, the lively street festivities masked a growing conflict behind the scenes. Some locals were questioning their king about the public display of Imbalu, a ritual involving […]
As Paul Kagame begins another term, Rwanda faces a pivotal moment. His supporters highlight the country’s progress under his leadership, while the international community remains attentive to growing concerns about human rights and the consolidation of power. The inauguration ceremony in Kigali was more than a formality; it underscored Kagame’s lasting influence and the complex […]
In line with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), will present the Commission’s vision for the Nigerian capital market at the Second Capital Market Committee (CMC) meeting. The SEC has announced that next week’s meeting aims to devise strategies to enhance the capital […]
Joseph Fahnbulleh has secured a spot in the men’s 200m finals at Paris 2024, finishing second in his heat with a time of 20.12. This marks the 22-year-old sprinter’s second consecutive appearance in an Olympic final. In a composed and reflective post-race interview, Fahnbulleh discussed his feelings about reaching the Olympic final for the second […]
While some of the sport’s biggest stars may be absent from the Olympic men’s football tournament, several emerging talents have made their mark over the past two weeks. AFP Sport highlights four key players to watch in Friday’s final between hosts France and Spain: Jean-Philippe Mateta The powerful 27-year-old Crystal Palace striker, who netted 16 […]
Four senior African politicians from Djibouti, Kenya, Madagascar, and Mauritius have declared their candidacies for the top position of the African Union. The AU, which comprises 55 member states, will elect a new chair of the African Union Commission at its summit in February to succeed Moussa Faki Mahamat. This year’s appointment is designated for […]
A new 5km natural gas pipeline network has been inaugurated in Victoria Island, linking Eko Atlantic City, Lagos, thanks to Axxela Limited and NGML. This milestone represents a key development in Axxela and NGML’s extensive 72.5km pipeline infrastructure project, which will extend from Victoria Island to Lekki. The newly launched 5km segment, running from Outer […]
In light of recent unrest across several UK cities, Dr. Richard Montgomery, the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, has assured the large Nigerian diaspora in the UK of their safety and security. This assurance was provided during a meeting with Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), in Abuja. The unrest, triggered […]
