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One of Nollywood’s most respected filmmakers, Mildred Okwo, has cast a dark shadow over the future of Africa’s most prestigious film and television awards, suggesting that the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards could be its final outing. In a post on X on Monday, Okwo wrote that she would be […]
Russia is moving to reshape parts of its global trade architecture beyond Western-influenced shipping systems, with North Africa increasingly positioned as a strategic logistics and manufacturing gateway linking Europe, Africa, and Asia. The development was highlighted during talks in Cairo between Russian Presidential Aide and Chairman of the Russian Maritime Board Nikolai Patrushev […]
The United States had initially announced plans to send envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan for potential talks with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who arrived in Islamabad on April 24, 2026. However, those talks never took place. Araghchi left Pakistan without any direct or indirect meeting with US officials, and […]
A new investigation has alleged that more than 1,400 African nationals have been recruited to fight for Russia in the war in Ukraine, with over 300 reportedly killed, raising fresh concerns about foreign engagement programmes targeting young people across the continent. The report, published by INPACT, claims that at least 1,417 individuals from […]
As the All Progressives Congress (APC) gears up for the 2027 elections, a sharp contrast has emerged in the party’s internal dynamics across three southwest states: a symphony of open endorsements in Lagos, a harmony of consensus in Ogun, and a tense, whispering silence in Oyo. In Lagos State, a powerful and public […]
Senator Kabiru Marafa has dumped the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and joined the National Democratic Congress (NDC). This is his second major defection in a short period. He had earlier left the All Progressives Congress (APC) due to internal disagreements before moving to the ADC. The move comes after Marafa was reportedly denied the governorship […]
In a major political move, former Nigerian lawmaker Senator Shehu Sani has officially obtained his Expression of Interest and Nomination forms from the All Progressives Congress (APC). The documents are for the Kaduna Central Senatorial District seat, which he previously held. The announcement was made late Tuesday, setting the stage for a high profile return […]
Former Ogun State Governor Gbenga Daniel has ignored his party’s consensus arrangement and picked up a Senate nomination form. The move goes against the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), which had hoped to avoid a contested primary. By choosing to obtain the form, Daniel has essentially declared he will run for the Senate […]
The newly constituted board of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has officially resumed duties. Its first major task is to strengthen oversight of oil prices. The move comes as global crude markets remain volatile. The board’s resumption signals a fresh focus on monitoring how oil companies report their earnings. Members are expected to […]
