The South African government has officially announced its intention to bid for the 2036 or 2040 Olympic Games, a move that could make the nation the first African country to host the prestigious global sporting event. Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni revealed the plan during a press briefing on Thursday, stating that the […]
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has urged Nigerians to desist from panic buying or hoarding petroleum products, assuring that there is sufficient supply of fuel across the country. In a statement released on Thursday by the Authority’s Director of Public Affairs, George Ene-Ita, the NMDPRA reaffirmed that the country currently […]
Lagos has emerged as Africa’s most valuable startup ecosystem, with a reported valuation exceeding US $12 billion, according to recent industry analyses and statements from government officials. The city’s thriving tech and innovation landscape is now recognized as the continent’s leading hub for entrepreneurship, investment, and technological development. Officials from the Lagos State Ministry of […]
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed fake, substandard, and expired products valued at N20 billion in Oyo State, as part of its continued efforts to safeguard public health and eliminate unsafe goods from circulation. The destruction exercise took place at the Moniya dumpsite in Akinyele Local Government […]
U.S. President, Donald Trump has stirred debate after admitting that America does not currently have enough skilled workers to meet the demands of its industries, insisting that the country must “bring in talent” from abroad to fill crucial roles. Trump made the remark during an interview with Fox News host Laura Ingraham, where he […]
The Federal Government has unveiled plans to integrate retired military officers into community policing efforts across the country as part of renewed measures to strengthen Nigeria’s internal security system and reclaim areas affected by insecurity. According to government sources, the initiative will be implemented under the “Reclaiming the Ungoverned Space for Economic Benefits Programme” […]
Abdullahi Bashir Haske, the son-in-law of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has become the focus of fresh scrutiny following revelations surrounding multi-million-dollar contracts awarded by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and a related probe by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). According to reports by The Africa Report, Haske confirmed his […]
Tuberculosis (TB) claimed the lives of 1.23 million people worldwide in 2024, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The global health body described the numbers as a reminder of the ongoing challenge posed by TB, which remains one of the deadliest infectious diseases despite being preventable and treatable. The WHO’s latest report revealed […]
