US Delays $2.6 Billion Climate Funds for South Africa
The United States has postponed the disbursement of $2.6 billion in climate finance intended for South Africa, sparking concerns about the future of these funds. The funding, composed of $500…
Riots Trial of Jacob Zuma’s Daughter Set for November
A South African court has set the trial date for Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, daughter of former President Jacob Zuma, for November 10th. Zuma-Sambudla faces charges of inciting terrorism and public violence…
Atiku Urges Tinubu to Immediately Reverse Rivers State of Emergency Declaration
Former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for the immediate reversal of the state of emergency declared by President Bola Tinubu in Rivers State. On March 18, 2025, President…
Galadanchi Laments Poverty and Begging Crisis in Northern Nigeria
Reports indicate that Northern Nigeria is facing a significant crisis of poverty and widespread begging, with alarming numbers of out-of-school children seen begging outside mosques after Friday prayers. This situation…
Atiku Confirms Opposition Coalition for 2027 General Elections
Former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar has announced the formation of a coalition of opposition parties to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. This…
Tinubu’s Move on Rivers Political Crisis ‘Unconstitutional’ – El-Rufai
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State, characterizing the move as unconstitutional and unlawful. The…
M23 Rebels Capture Key Town in Eastern DR Congo
M23, an armed group active in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has captured Walikale, a strategic mining town in the country’s east. This marks the group’s furthest advance westward…
Another suspected oil bomber nabbed in Emohua, Rivers State
In Emohua, Rivers State, authorities have apprehended a suspect linked to recent oil pipeline explosions in the region. The arrest follows ongoing concerns about sabotage targeting critical oil infrastructure. This…
Champion Breweries, Guinness sees fastest finance cost growth on rate hike
Champion Breweries and Guinness Nigeria are experiencing significant growth in finance costs, driven primarily by increased interest rates. Both companies, part of the fast-moving consumer goods sector, have been identified…
Lawyer condemns calls for emergency rule in Osun, describes move as illegal, despotic
An Abuja-based lawyer has raised concerns over recent demands by the All Progressives Congress (APC) urging President Bola Tinubu to impose emergency rule in Osun State. This action, the lawyer…