AFRIMA President, Global Experts Map Out New Direction for Culture at Morocco Forum
The President of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), Mr Mike Dada, joined leading cultural and creative industry experts from across the world to discuss the future of Africa’s cultural sector at the 3rd Moroccan Forum of Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI) in Rabat, Morocco. The event, which took place from December 11 to 14, 2025, was organised under the &#…
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Dangote alleges sleaze at NMDPRA, demands Investigation, prosecution of Farouk Ahmed
… Says petrol pump price to fall below N740 per litre before Christmas President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has called for an investigation and prosecution of the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Engr Farouk Ahmed, accusing him of economic sabotage, whi…
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Catholic Bishop warns FG against treating bandits with kid gloves
...says Nigeria is descending into chaos ...Bemoans abduction of Kebbi girls The Catholic Archbishop of Lagos, Most Rev. Dr. Alfred Adewale Martins has called for more urgent official measures to curb the alarming rate of insecurity across the country. He said the festering terrorists’ attacks in parts of the country and the mass killing of innocent Nigerians in re…
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Dubai Court of Cassation Confirms Ecobank’s Position in Prolonged Legal Battle against Wilben Trade and Marcus Akroyd Wade
For two years, Wilben Trade Limited and its promoter, Mr Marcus Akroyd Wade, have run a negative media campaign linked to a trade finance dispute with Ecobank, pressing the line that they were right to sue Ecobank in Dubai and casting the Ecobank Group, its subsidiaries and officers in a poor light. Ecobank did not engage in this campaign and instead relied on the …
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Court sentences Nnamdi Kanu to life imprisonment
A court in Nigeria on Thursday sentenced Nnamdi Kanu to life in prison after convicting him on all seven terrorism-related charges at the end of a decade-long trial that has inflamed tensions in the country's southeast. Judge James Omotosho said prosecutors proved that his broadcasts and orders to his now banned Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) group incited …
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Court sentences Nnamdi Kanu to Life Imprisonment
A court in Nigeria on Thursday sentenced Nnamdi Kanu to life in prison after convicting him on all seven terrorism-related charges at the end of a decade-long trial that has inflamed tensions in the country's southeast. Judge James Omotosho said prosecutors proved that his broadcasts and orders to his now banned Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) group incited de…
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“Our Commitment to Social Impact, Youth Empowerment, and Pan-African Creativity Remains Unwavering.” – Ecobank
Ecobank Nigeria has reaffirmed its dedication to driving social impact, empowering young people, and promoting Pan-African creativity through strategic initiatives, partnerships, and community-focused programmes. This was emphasized ahead of the Lineage of Masters’ tour of the ongoing Lagos Pop-Up Museum, scheduled to hold at the Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC) on …
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Wanted drug baron arrested as NDLEA recovers large drug shipment, forex in Lagos hideout
.,.Seizes over 14,440kg skunk in Osun forest, Lagos, Edo, Kwara, Taraba, Nasarawa raids A wanted drug baron who operates under the cover of a businessman and hotelier, Frank Chijioke Ibemesi, alias Chisco Bee, has been arrested by operatives of a Special Operations Unit of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) after weeks of intelligence and surveillance…
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You are the same Ned who always wanted Me high -- Regina Daniels replies Estranged Husband
"Ned, how could you lie so openly and without even small remorse? You know my family has absolutely nothing to do with this. You have always tried to cut them off because of the bond we share, and now you are trying to make them look bad for no reason. Fine, I did drugs. So what? Is that even the issue between us? The moment we had a fight, you rushed to the pub…
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Police nab two Notorious Armed Robbers, recover Vehicles robbed from an Air Force Officer in Abuja
The Kano State Police Command is pleased to announce the successful arrest of two notorious armed robbers specialized in car snatching and armed robbery. This achievement stems from actionable intelligence and prompt action by the Command's Operatives. On October 29, 2025, at about 03:15am, armed robbers invaded a residence in Karu, Abuja, robbed an unspecified…
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AU, AFRIMA Confirm January 7-11, 2026 for 9th Awards in Lagos
The African Union Commission (AUC) and the International Executive Committee of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) have officially announced the 9th edition of Africa's global music awards will now take place between Wednesday, January 7 to Sunday, January 11, 2026, in Lagos, Nigeria. Previously scheduled for November 25–30, 2025, the awards’ date adjustment …
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Dangote Refinery sets to become the largest in the world with 1.4m bpd capacity
… Commends Tinubu’s reforms, projects $55bn annual revenue …Plans NGX listing to empower Nigerians President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has explained that the decision to expand the Dangote Petroleum Refinery from 650,000 barrels per day (bpd) to 1.4 million bpd is driven by emerging opportunities across Africa, growing regional demand for cleaner …
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NDLEA arrests Popular Socialite Pretty Mike, 75-year-old grandpa, Others over drug offences
.... Uncovers UK-bound cocaine in cream containers, meth in water heater A total of 70 parcels of cocaine factory packed in walls of cocoa butter formula body cream containers heading to London, United Kingdom have been uncovered at the export shed of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Ikeja Lagos by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agen…
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Ned Nwoko Should Never have come to the Public to accuse Regina of being A Drug Addict -- By Daniel Wilson
I struggle hard never to comment publicly on people I know, no matter the temptation. When controversies like that of Natasha and Akpabio arose, both of whom I am personally acquainted with, I kept my mouth shut. Because those who know me know that if I ever speak, I say things exactly as they are, not to please any party. And that, more often than not, offends one s…
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NDLEA launches online portal for drug integrity test, visa clearance certificate
…System part of efforts to streamline operations, remove bottlenecks and curb drug scourge, says Marwa The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has launched a digital platform that will make its drug integrity test and visa clearance processes seamless, more accessible and ultimately curb the scourge of substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in Nigeria.…
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Bowine International School Honoured at PTSEA 2025
Bowine International School has once again demonstrated its legacy of excellence, earning a prestigious award at the Presidential Teachers and Schools Excellence Award (PTSEA) 2025, organised by the Lagos State Ministry of Education. The recognition reinforces Bowine’s position as one of the state’s foremost educational institutions, committed to quality teaching and…
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US, UK, DRC-bound illicit drug consignments intercepted in frozen snails, electrical bulbs
. As NDLEA recovers 38, 270 tramadol pills in car tyre, door compartments in Adamawa; destroys 70,650kg skunk in Ekiti, Ondo forests Consignments of illicit drugs concealed in frozen snails, electrical bulbs and female clothes heading to the United States, United Kingdom and Democratic Republic of Congo have been intercepted by operatives of the National Drug Law E…
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Felabration 2025: Rite Foods reaffirms commitment to Environmental Stewardship
Rite Foods Limited, a leading food and beverage company in Nigeria, has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental stewardship anchored on collaboration. Speaking as a panelist at The Fela Debates 17 as part of activities marking the 2025 Felabration festival, themed “Water (No) Get Enemy: Sustaining Life, Art and Commerce Through the Blue Economy,” Mr. Ekuma Eze, He…
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Police bust Fake Police Officers, arrest 5 Suspects
The Kano Police Command has successfully apprehended a notorious syndicate of fake Police Officers in a significant operation driven by credible intelligence. On 16th October 2025, at about 1:00 pm, operatives from the Command's Special Intervention Squad (SIS) acted swiftly and arrested the following suspects while parading themselves as Police Officers: Aliyu A…
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