Africa’s growth to increase in 2024, says UN report
Africa’s growth rate is projected to slightly increase from 3.3 per cent in 2023 to 3.5 in 2024, while global growth is expected to slow down. Global growth is expected…
Nasarawa lawmaker, Hon Gude pays WAEC fees for over 100 students, empowered 10 youths with different skills
“… distributes 400 bags of rice to Christians for Christmas…” Member representing Uke/Karshi constituency at the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Hon Musa Saidu Gude, has paid West African Examination…
Yemi Alade: I’m proud to be part of ‘Akwaba,’ 2024 AFCON theme song
Yemi Alade says she is proud to be one of the artistes from across Africa to record ‘Akwaba,’ the theme song of the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which…
Group empowers youths with knowledge on access to economic opportunities
By Angela Atabo Ready to Lead Africa, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) has empowered Nigerian youths with knowledge on access to economic opportunities to empower them to be strong pillars of…
EU to promote equity inclusion through fashion, calls on designers to apply
Fashion By Angela Atabo The European Union (EU) has reiterated its commitment to promote diversity, equity and inclusion, key values for both Africa and Europe using fashion. The Delegation of…
African countries should engender innovation, not become dumping ground — AU Official
Prof. Olalekan Akinbo of the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) says African countries should create room for innovation in order to avoid becoming a dumping ground for other countries’ innovations.…
Buhari receives Award for Peace in Africa, lists conditions for future harmony
President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday in Nouakchott, Mauritania, urged leaders to place a premium on youth development, with more seriousness and actionable ideas in promoting skills acquisitions, while discouraging idleness.…
8th AFRIMA: Dakar agog as Tiwa Savage, Psquare, others excite fans
Nigerian Singer and Songwriter, Tiwa Savage, sensational singers, P Square and other African artistes on Saturday set Dakar on fire as they performed to the excitement of their fans. During…
CBN Governor Secretly Returns from US, hides away in Abuja as DSS intensifies moves to arrest him
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Godwin Emefiele, returned to Nigeria on Wednesday from the United States and is presently in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja,…
Tems beats Wizkid, Davido, others to become Billboard’s #1 Top US Afrobeats Artist of 2022
“Free Mind” crooner, Temilade Openiyi, better known as Tems has been named Billboard’s number one (1) Top US Afrobeats Artist of 2022. The announcement was made on Billboard’s website on…
Plan International wants participation of girls, women in decision making process
An NGO, Plan International has called for the participation of more girls and women in the decision making process of the country.The Board Chair, Plan International, Mrs Gunvor Kronman, disclosed…
FG , ECOWAS, commit to tackling loss of biodiversity, degradation of ecosystems
The Federal Government, ECOWAS and other stakeholders have expressed worried over continuous loss of biodiversity and degradation of ecosystems, assuring o tackle the situation efficiently. The Minister of State for…
Eid-el-Maulud: FG declares Oct. 10 public holiday
The Federal Government has declared Oct. 10 as public holiday to mark Eid-el-Maulud celebration in commemoration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior,…
Blue Economy: International Seabed authority restates support to Nigeria, Africa
By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The International Seabed Authority (ISA) has restated commitment to assist Nigeria and other African countries on exploration of deep sea resources to boost their blue economy. The…
Monkeypox: 92 cases confirmed in 12 countries
More than 92 cases of monkeypox have been confirmed in at least 12 countries. The World Health Organization has said over 50 suspected cases are being investigated- without naming any…