In one of the largest media acquisitions in history, Netflix has announced its agreement to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) for a total enterprise value of approximately US $82.7 billion, including debt, with an equity value of around US $72 billion. The landmark deal combines one of the world’s largest streaming platforms with a historic Hollywood studio and […]
U.S. President Donald J. Trump has been named the first recipient of the newly established FIFA Peace Prize, presented during the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington, D.C. FIFA President, Gianni Infantino handed Trump the gold-plated trophy and medal, designed to symbolize global unity and harmony. In announcing the award, FIFA described the Peace Prize […]
Aliko Dangote, Chairman of Dangote Group, has assured Nigerians that the Dangote Refinery will continue to sell Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at a “reasonable price,” even as challenges such as border smuggling and global market fluctuations persist. Speaking to reporters after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the State House, Dangote emphasized that […]
Ghana’s gross international reserves have climbed to approximately US$11.4 billion, buoyed by strong export performance in gold and cocoa, according to recent data from the Bank of Ghana (BoG). The rise in reserves marks a significant milestone, surpassing some of the targets set by both the central bank and international financial institutions. A substantial […]
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has relieved Fred Itua of his duties as Chief Press Secretary (CPS), marking a major shake-up in the administration’s communication team. The decision, announced on Friday through a statement issued by Secretary to the State Government Musa Ikhilor, takes immediate effect. According to the government’s announcement, Itua is expected […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday received Letters of Credence from a new group of foreign envoys comprising seventeen ambassadors and four high commissioners at the State House in Abuja, marking one of the largest diplomatic credential ceremonies under his administration. Welcoming the diplomats, the President emphasized Nigeria’s readiness to deepen cooperation with nations […]
The race for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship ticket in Osun State has taken a dramatic turn after the party’s screening committee disqualified former National Secretary of the party, Senator Iyiola Omisore, alongside six other aspirants. Only two contenders were cleared to participate in the December 13 primary. The committee, chaired by Obinna […]
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has applauded President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, describing Nigeria as a “scratch card” whose true value becomes visible only when properly explored. Speaking on Thursday at the Imo Economic and Investment Summit, Dangote said many investors were beginning to see the positive impact of the administration’s policy direction. “Nigeria […]
Political tension intensified in Rivers State on Friday as the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, led 15 other lawmakers to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The dramatic shift occurred during a sitting of the Assembly, where the lawmakers formally announced their decision. The […]
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has dismissed a legal action instituted by the Osun State Attorney General, Oluwole Jimi-Bada, against the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, in the ongoing dispute over withheld allocations meant for the state’s 30 local government councils. In a split judgment delivered by a panel of seven justices, […]
