Dive into the Nigerian news and politics stories that you should be paying attention
At least thirty-eight Nigerians will arrive in Lagos today, newly deported from the United Kingdom by the Home Office, the United Kingdom’s government agency that handles many matters including immigration. The deportees include mothers and grandmothers, some of whom have lived in the UK for decades. Last week Wednesday, June 22, the Home Office announced […]
2 years ago
In many cultures within our country, especially among those from poor backgrounds, there is a deeply ingrained practice: when someone escapes poverty, they are often expected to provide financial assistance to siblings, parents, or relatives. While helping family members is a universal value—reflected in the African philosophy of Ubuntu—the concept of “black tax,” or generational […]
3 days ago
Chidimma Adetshina has made history as the first African woman since Agbani Darego (who was among the top 10 contestants at Miss Universe and later won Miss World in 2001) to achieve remarkable success at a global pageant. Her journey is a powerful narrative of resilience and triumph in adversity. In August 2024, Adetshina withdrew […]
5 days ago
The Nigerian Defence Headquarters has announced the emergence of “a new terror group” linked to jihadists from the Sahel, a region that accounts for the African portion of global terrorism. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Edward Buba, explained that the terrorists had exploited gaps in cooperation between Nigeria and its neighbors, taking advantage of […]
7 days ago
It’s 1990 and there’s an uprising in the streets. Three hundred thousand Lagosians have been forcibly displaced from their homes in Maroko community by the Nigerian military government without provision for alternative housing. Helpless and suddenly homeless, many move to find temporary shelter with relatives while others become friends with the shadows of Lagos, sleeping […]
1 week ago
Odumodublvck’s very essence stands contrary to what is considered proper or popular. His tough-talking rap music finely contrasts the feel-good cornerstone of Nigerian Pop, but like other artists who successfully operate in deviation from the norm, he is able to offer a path of connection to even those who do not share the deviant inclinations […]
1 year ago
In the world of music, where melodies transcend boundaries and rhythms have the power to move hearts, DJ Cuppy stands as a shining example of an artist who not only entertains but also advocates for peace and global harmony. Her recent participation in the United Nations International Day of Peace Youth Observance in New York […]
1 year ago
What Is Happening In Ghana? Today, September 21, is a very important day in Ghana’s history. A day set aside to celebrate the life of one of its most revolutionary leaders—Kwame Nkrumah, whose struggle for independence and role in democracy cannot go unrecognized. Nkrumah’s legacy highlighted industrialism and nationalism as major themes in his political […]
1 year ago
In life, there are small, unassuming moments that shape what the rest of our lives will look like. The subtle details in our environment that spark an interest, when nurtured, bloom into a blazing passion, ultimately leading us to our true purpose. In Adesuwa Giwa-Osagie’s case—being surrounded by lawyers and people interested in politics, her […]
1 year ago
The political crisis in Niger has degenerated after the ECOWAS deadline for the reinstatement of the ousted president, Bazoum elapsed. On the 26th of July 2023, members of Niger’s elite presidential guard arrested and detained the country’s president, Mohamed Bazoum. The coupists proclaimed themselves as the new authority. Following that ouster, the political and economic […]
1 year ago
In the aftermath of the 2016 MMM meltdown, Nigerians collectively pledged to steer clear of investments and multi-level marketing schemes with grand promises. For a period, it appeared we had learned our lesson, with our memories tinged by past naivety and regret. But here we are in 2023, considering questions like: “Do you want to […]
1 year ago
Four years after the BBC’s “Sex for Grades” documentary, Nigerian institutions have shown no signs of change and continue to be rife with perverted lecturers. On Monday afternoon, reports surfaced on Twitter about protests within the University of Calabar (Unical). The protests, led by female law students, were in response to alleged gross sexual misconduct […]
1 year ago
In 2020, the Federal Government of Nigeria through its central bank began to crack down on the use of naira debit cards for international transactions. The halt of using the naira cards came into full effect in 2022 when Banks like the Guaranty Trust Bank issued notices to their customers, informing them of the restriction. […]
1 year ago
