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A bill seeking to return Nigeria to the parliamentary system of government passed second reading at the House of Representatives on Thursday. The bill seeks to establish the office of the Prime Minister as Head of Government and the President as Head of State. The proposed legislation was among the 32 constitutional amendment bills passed…
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Senate President Godswill Akpabio says President Bola Ahmed Tinubu can rest assured that his second term in office is guaranteed, notwithstanding the ongoing plot by the opposition to unseat him in the 2027 poll. Speaking during the special Iftar/Lent dinner organized by the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) aimed at strengthening fellowship and deepening bonds of…
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The United Kingdom {UK) government has published a list of unclaimed estates and properties belonging to 5,806 individuals who resided and died in the UK, including 58 Nigerians. The list, released on Monday, details the names, dates of death, places of death, marital status, and Bona Vacantia (BV) reference numbers of the deceased. Among the…
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Africa's economic landscape in 2025 is shaped by visionary leaders who have amassed significant wealth through diverse industries. Here are the top five richest billionaires making headlines: 1. Aliko Dangote – Net Worth: $28 Billion Aliko Dangote, Nigeria's industrial magnate, maintains his position as Africa's richest individual. His conglomerate, Dangote Group, spans sectors such as…
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Mexico said Thursday that it wanted preferential treatment if US President Donald Trump goes ahead with steep car tariffs, vowing a "comprehensive response" to Washington's duties. President Claudia Sheinbaum said that tariffs were contrary to a North American free trade deal that has led to a booming auto industry in Mexico, which is home to…
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TikTok content creator Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, has said Nigerians misunderstood his earlier comments on the trending “30-day rant challenge” and the viral video made by fellow influencer, Jarvis. Speaking via his Instagram page on Thursday, Peller said his statement was wrongly interpreted by many who believe he was mocking the challenge and…
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The House of Representatives has adopted the report of its ad-hoc committee investigating the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) and the FCT Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, following complaints of poor treatment of Nigerian pilgrims during the 2024 Hajj. This followed the consideration of the report presented by the chairman of the committee, Sada Soli,…
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European countries agreed at a summit in Paris Thursday to ramp up rather than lift sanctions on Russia over its war against Ukraine, as Britain and France began sketching out plans to send a "reassurance" force after any peace. President Emmanuel Macron hosted the meeting of Ukraine's European allies and President Volodymyr Zelensky in the…
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The Senate, on Wednesday, passed a bill seeking to amend the Electoral Act 2022 to address existing gaps, reduce election expenses, and allow elected officeholders to serve as ad hoc delegates in political party conventions. The bill scaled the second reading. Titled the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill, 2026 (SB. 701), it was sponsored by Sen.…
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[The powerful chief of staff of French President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace is stepping down from the post he has held since the head of state was first elected in 2017, the presidency said on Thursday. Alexis Kohler, 52, though unknown to many French people, is seen as one of the most significant…
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Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces vowed on Thursday there would be "no retreat and no surrender" and said they had "repositioned" forces, after rival army troops recaptured nearly all of central Khartoum. From inside the recaptured presidential palace, Sudan's army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, at war with his former deputy, RSF commander Mohamed Hamdan Daglo…
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After four days in the captivity of his abductors, a Catholic priest in Imo State, Rev. Fr. John Ubaechu, has regained freedom. Ubaechu, the parish priest of Holy Family Catholic Church, Izombe, Oguta local council of Imo State, was kidnapped last Sunday on Ejemekwuru Road, in the same local council, on his way to priests'…
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The Southeast Caucus of the Nigerian Senate has expressed the confidence that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, being a democrat and one of the main actors in the June 12, 1993 struggle, will honor the late Professor Humphrey Nwosu, the former Chairman of the National Electoral Commission (NEC) despite the rejection of a motion aimed…
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French prosecutors requested on Thursday a seven-year prison sentence for former president Nicolas Sarkozy in his trial on charges of accepting illegal campaign financing in an alleged pact with the late Libyan dictator Moamer Kadhafi. Sarkozy, president from 2007-2012 and who denies the charges, was already convicted and jailed for one year in a separate…
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A Kolkata court has sentenced a Nigerian national, Jefferson Eze Henry, to eight years in prison for defrauding an elderly man of Rs 1 crore in 2021 through a cybercrime scheme. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 on Henry following his conviction under the Information Technology Act and the Indian Penal Code.…
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Belgian authorities are investigating the rape and sexual assault of at least 41 women whose drinks were spiked -- with a trio of bar managers identified as prime suspects, prosecutors said on Thursday. Officials believe drugs were mixed into the women's drinks, including ketamine, a general anaesthetic used for recreational purposes because of its hallucinogenic…
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The House of Representatives has rescinded its decision on a bill seeking to remove the constitutional immunity granted to the Vice President, state governors, and their deputies. The reversal came on Thursday, a day after the bill passed the second reading without debate. The proposed legislation—A Bill for an Act to Alter the Constitution of…
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The cancellation of a parallel Durbar initially planned by the 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, during the upcoming Eid-el-Fitr Sallah celebrations in Kano, has been dismissed as a charade. A researcher and author, Malam Ibrahim Ado Kurawa, told newsmen on Thursday that Bayero couldn't have staged the Sallah Durbar in the first…
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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) Thursday said the national oil company is at the final stages of preparing for an Initial Public Offering (IPO), in compliance with the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021. NNPC Ltd’s Chief Finance and Investor Relations Officer, Olugbenga Oluwaniyi disclosed this during a consultative meeting with partners at…
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The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has applauded the United Vessels of Love (U-VOL) Foundation for providing Nigerian midwives with the necessary resources to perform 50 safe, facility-based births. U-VOL Foundation is a U.S.-based international healthcare relief non-profit organisation dedicated to improving health equity in underserved communities. Chairman and CEO of NIDCOM, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, commended…
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The Chairman of the Rivers State chapter of the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Tony Okocha, has admitted that he was forced to go into hiding out of fear for his life until the proclamation of emergency rule in the state by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Speaking to reporters Thursday at the national secretariat…
Metro
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A 33-year-old unemployed man, Christian Stephen, has confessed before a Federal High Court in Ibadan to trafficking 519 grams of cannabis. Stephen’s confession was contained in his guilty plea when the one-count charge was read to him. Following his plea, Justice Nkeonye Maha ordered that he be remanded at Agodi Correctional Centre and adjourned the…
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The new Commissioner of Police in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), CP Adewale Ajao, has announced plans to adopt advanced technology to combat crime and enhance public safety. Ajao made the pledge on Wednesday while addressing journalists at the FCT Police Command headquarters in Garki, Abuja. According to him, the command will implement cutting-edge technology,…
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An Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court, Ibadan, on Thursday remanded six persons, Afeez Adegboyega, Rasaki Sodiq, Taiwo Ganiyu, Yusuf Popoola, Tunji Moses and Babatunde Isiaka, in a Correctional Facility over alleged armed robbery. The Magistrate, Mrs. M. A. Atanda, who did not take the defendants pleas, ordered that the case file should be sent to the Director…
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A 24-year-old man,Yusuf Aliu, who allegedly entered a residence and stole property worth N850,000, on Thursday appeared before a Badagry Chief Magistrates’ Court. The defendant, whose address was not provided, is facing a two-count charge of unlawful entry and stealing. He pleaded not guilty to all the charges. The prosecutor, ASP Edet Ekpo, told the…
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Senator Sharafadeen Alli, representing Oyo South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, on Thursday, expressed deep sorrow over the sudden death of Abisola Kola-Daisi, the eldest daughter of the late former Governor Abiola Ajimobi, who died at the age of 44 in the UK. This was contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser…
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A Magistrates’ Court in Kafanchan, Kaduna State has sentenced a 24 year-old student, Daniel Nuhu, to 15 months in a correctional centre for stealing grains and gadgets. Nuhu was charged by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corp (NSCDC) with criminal trespass and theft. He pleaded guilty to the charges, and begged the court for…
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Bisola Kola-Daisi, the Special Adviser to the Minister of Budget and Planning, Atiku Bagudu, in the administration of President Bola Tinubu, has reportedly passed away in the early hours of Thursday in the United Kingdom. The news was confirmed by Bolaji Tunji, the Special Adviser to the former governor of Oyo State, who spoke to…
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The Children, Sexual and Gender-based Violence Offences Court in Awka, has remanded a 15-year old teenager for allegedly raping an 18-year-old girl. The teenager is facing a one-count charge bordering on rape. He however pleaded not guilty to the charge, saying that the act was consensual. Earlier the Police Prosecutor, Insp. Chinyere Okechukwu, told the…
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Lagos State government yesterday demolished structures that are allegedly in contravention of the state's building regulations in Agric Bus Stop, Owusu 1 Community Development Area (CDA), Ikorodu, Lagos.
Business
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India's success story regarding the deployment of the fifth-generation (5G) network may serve as a vital lesson for Nigeria. India, long dogged by regulatory delays and inadequate infrastructure, is now one of the most impressive 5G rollout and uptake stories
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DICE stands for Digital Innovation and Creative Excellence. It is an initiative by Beyond Limits designed to connect key players in Africa’s tech, business and creative ecosystems. It provides a platform for founders, investors
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The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) is ramping up efforts to standardise locally manufactured products, including the widely recognised Made-in-Aba brands, to strengthen their marketability.
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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced the implementation of a presidential executive order granting a two-year exemption from import duty and value-added tax (VAT) to critical raw materials used in local pharmaceutical manufacturing.
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The equities market closed trading on a downturn yesterday, as the all-share index (ASI) declined by 0.1 per cent amid selloff in MTN Nigeria Communications (MTNN) Plc and 16 other stocks.
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The failure to activate the Power Consumer Assistance Fund (PCAF) this quarter has deepened Nigeria’s electricity liquidity crisis, with power subsidies surging to N200 billion monthly and generation companies (GenCos) receiving only 39 per cent of their invoices as of December 2024.
Energy
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Offshore engineering firm Aquaterra Energy has secured a multi-million-dollar contract with Intrepid Energy Limited (IEL) to provide a specialized subsea well intervention equipment package for a project in Nigeria. The equipment will support IEL’s intervention operations across multiple mature oil wells in the region. The contract involves the delivery of a comprehensive seabed-to-surface intervention system.…
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The oil sector, a key driver of the economy, continues to grapple with governance challenges despite the enactment of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA).
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Shell has announced plans to ramp up cost savings and reduce spending while aiming to deliver more value with lower emissions, in spite of having weakened its carbon reduction pledge in 2024. Ahead of its capital market day, the oil giant revealed it would look to strip out 5 billion dollars to 7 billion dollars…
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Nigeria’s Dangote refinery is making waves in global fuel markets, with its jet fuel exports to the U.S. hitting a two-year high in March, showing its growing influence beyond Africa. Though the U.S. remains a key destination, the refinery is now turning its sights to Europe, potentially competing in the region’s supply chains. Dangote’s 650,000-barrel-per-day…
21 Mar
NNPC Retail Limited (NRL) marked another milestone with the successful hosting of She-Fix 2025, a landmark event dedicated to empowering women in automotive, technical, and energy sectors and commemorating International Women's Day. The event, which took place recently at The Stable Center, Surulere, Lagos, attracted over 300 active participants as part of global celebrations marking…
Editorial
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As Nigerians await government’s final position on the imperative of state police, the unceasing torrents of daily criminalities reported across the country point strongly to the inevitability of the proposed order. State police offers an inspiring option to tackling crime.
Politics
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President Bola Tinubu’s former campaign spokesman in the southeast, Dr. Josef Onoh has disclosed that the present move by the national Assembly to repeal the immunity clause in Section 308 of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is a timely move to save democracy and promote its entrenchment in the nation’s polity. Onoh’s acknowledgment came on…
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The House of Representatives passed for second reading bills seeking to alter the Constitution to review death penalty, ensure Local Government reforms and review indigene and citizen status in the country. The bills were sponsored by the Deputy Speaker, Rep. Benjamin Kalu. The bills which were presented by the Majority Leader, Rep. Julius Ihonvbere (APC-Edo)…
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The Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum (PDP-GF) has congratulated former president Goodluck Jonathan for winning the prestigious 2025 Founders Sunhak Peace Prize (FSPP). The congratulatory message is contained in a statement issued by the Director-General of the PDP-GF, Dr. Emmanuel Agbo, on Wednesday in Abuja on behalf of the Chairman, Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi…
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For the embattled Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), it is crisis without end as its secretaryship battle entered a new phase following the open ended judgment from the country’s court of last instance last week.
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The House of Representatives has passed through the second reading a bill for the creation of Orlu State in the southeast region of Nigeria. The bill, sponsored by Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere, a member representing Ideato North/Ideato South Federal Constituency in Imo State, and 33 others, was presented for the second reading by House leader Hon.…
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A political pressure group, Action Collective (AC), has urged Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions, Senator Neda Imasuen, to step aside to allow for an impartial investigation into allegations against the Senate President. In a statement issued on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, the group’s National…
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Features
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Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, the co-founder and Managing Director of Flutterwave, one of the world’s leading payments technology firms, has asked his friends and well-wishers to donate to the Kwara Education Trust Fund, an initiative he said is worth emulating by other Nigerian states as a strategy to strengthen public education. Aboyeji, is also the cofounder of…
Sport
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Destiny Onoguekhan Elimoghale, a 15-year-old football prospect born to Nigerian parents in Italy on April 23, 2009, has affirmed his dedication to representing Italy’s national team. The Juventus Football Academy winger, known for his speed, is currently playing for the Italian U-17 team in the ongoing UEFA U-17 Euro qualification, where he scored the winning…
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The Owerri Archdiocesan Catholic Secretariat has confirmed the release of Rev. Fr. John Ubaechu, the kidnapped Parish Priest of the Holy Family Catholic Church, Izombe. A statement by Rev. Fr. Patrick Mbara, the Archdiocesan Chancellor/Secretary early Thursday morning, disclosed that Ubaechu was released on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls…
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African 2026 World Cup qualifying facts and figures after matchday six: Chart-topper Salah Prolific Liverpool scorer Mohamed Salah has also netted regularly in World Cup qualifying, topping the charts with six goals for likely qualifiers Egypt. The 32-year-old began with a bang, netting four times in a 6-0 matchday one rout of minnows Djibouti in…
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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike, has urged FCT athletes and coaches preparing for the 2025 National Sports Festival to strive for victory. Wike made the call while receiving the Torch of Unity for the 22nd edition of the festival, scheduled for May 16 to May 30, 2025, in Ogun…
Columnists
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Moving forward, it is imperative that this crisis is swiftly de-escalated through strategic intervention, ensuring that political disagreements do not morph into national security and economic threats.
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In the rapidly evolving digital age, reshaping democracy in Africa has emerged as a pivotal endeavour to enhance government effectiveness, foster positive labour relations, and improve working conditions for workers across the continent.
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Science is discovery and discovery evolve. Few discoveries have elicited as much excitement in the scientific world in recent times as has CRISPR-the gene editing tool made popular by the year 2020 Nobel Prize winning female duo of Jennifer Doudna and Emmanuelle Charpentier.
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The recent Supreme Court judgment in the case of the Attorney General of Lagos State & Ors v. Attorney General of the Federation & Ors (SC/01/2008), has significantly altered the legal and regulatory framework governing lottery operations in Nigeria.
Sponsored
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Phase3 Telecom will continue to remain steadfast in its commitment to ethical governance, sustainability, and regulatory compliance, especially in an era where corporate responsibility is increasingly under the microscope. The board of directors and every member of the Phase 3 team, recognize that trust is the foundation of every enduring institution, and will continue to…
21 Mar
Solving exchange rate challenges Many global software companies price their products in US dollars, making it hard for businesses in emerging markets to keep up with fluctuating costs. Zoho is taking a different approach by offering its products in Naira, shielding businesses from exchange rate volatility and making software affordable. Fluctuating currency values make planning…
19 Mar
In Nigeria, cardiovascular diseases account for 11% of all non-communicable disease-related deaths (Minister of State for Health, 2023). Yet, 8% of premature deaths from heart disease and stroke can be prevented through lifestyle changes, including diet and exercise (Dr. Kingsley Kola Akinroye, Nigerian Heart Foundation). For over a decade, Power Oil has led the charge…
12 Mar
itel, a global smart life brand committed to delivering budget-friendly electronic products for emerging markets consumers, is proud to announce the launch of its groundbreaking powerful smartphone, itel Power 70. Designed to meet the unique power demands of emerging markets, this smartphone redefines convenience and reliability, offering a massive 10000mAh battery. This makes it the…
Guardian Life
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Veteran Nollywood actor Hanks Anuku has revealed that some of his colleagues in Nollywood engage in diabolic practices and blackmail. The actor, known for his compelling portrayal of villainous and action-packed roles, shared his experiences in a recent interview on the Nollywood Hardcore podcast with fellow actor Emma Labista. He disclosed that envy and blackmail…
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Today is another Thursday, and you know what that means: it is time to take a trip down memory lane. This week, Guardian Life celebrates the legendary juju maestro, Ebenezer Obey, who turns 83 next week (3 April, 2025) and remains as active as ever in the music scene. In honour of his enduring legacy,…
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Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has revealed that marriage has brought new responsibilities and changes to his life, even after living with his wife Chioma for years before tying the knot. The Grammy-nominated singer shared his thoughts during an interview on The Bootleg Kev Podcast, which aired earlier this week. According to…
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A 66-year-old German woman, Alexandra Hildebrandt, has drawn attention after giving birth to her 10th child without fertility treatment. The birth took place on March 19 at the Charité Hospital in Berlin, Germany, through a caesarean section. She shared the news during an interview with TODAY.com on Wednesday, March 26. According to Hildebrandt, the baby,…
Bebe Andrew-Jaja, licensed aesthetician, Senior Laser Technician & founder of Krème Aesthetics Services, shares her inspiring journey of building a beauty and skincare empire from a simple blog, lots of passion and a boatload of tenacity. For years, global beauty brands have overlooked Africa, dismissing its market potential with shocking indifference. But where others saw…
From skincare routines to beauty maintenance and makeup sessions, the beauty industry convinces us that meeting certain standards is essential for feeling beautiful. But at what cost? As the end of the month draws near again, I open my notepad to make a beauty maintenance list. From filing my lash extensions to getting fresh braids…
Getting dressed is more than just putting on clothes—it’s an act of self-expression, a form of storytelling, and sometimes, a quiet rebellion. From childhood games of choosing outfits in magazines to decades of experimenting with different identities through fashion, this piece explores the deep connection between what we wear and who we are. Every morning,…
Rucking, the fitness trend that takes walking to the next level by adding weight for a full-body workout. Learn its benefits, risks, and how to start safely for improved strength, endurance, and posture. Walking is one of the simplest, most effective, and accessible forms of exercise. But what if we added a bit more intensity…
Technology
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TikTok has reiterated its commitment to online safety and digital literacy during the second Annual Sub-Saharan Africa Safer Internet Summit held in Cape Town, South Africa. The summit, which brought together government officials, digital regulators, and industry leaders from across the region, focused on addressing online safety challenges and the role of technology companies in…
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"Stop Hiring Humans" read a provocative sign at an AI conference in Las Vegas, where the impact of new artificial intelligence models on the world of work had sparked some unease. "We're not worried about tiptoeing around. We're sparking the conversation," said Fahad Alam of Artisan, a startup, at the HumanX AI event. The San…
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Increasing incidents of interference with aviation, maritime and other satellite telecommunications services mean states must urgently enhance the protection of a critical radio-frequency band
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Imagine a world where every citizen can access government services with ease, small businesses can expand into new markets, and women have equal access to financial opportunities. Digital public infrastructure (DPI) is key to making this a reality. DPI is a digital network that crisscrosses the economy, connecting people, data, and money in the same…
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The Executive Director and Co-founder of MSwitch Creative Hub, Mr. Zainab Salami, on Sunday revealed that over 53% of young Nigerians aged 15-24 are jobless, emphasizing the urgent need for strategic interventions to tackle the crisis. She emphasized MSwitch's commitment to empowering young creatives and digital professionals by equipping them with the skills and opportunities…
21 Mar
In the fast-evolving world of digital marketing, skill and strategy still outweigh trends and buzzwords. Matteo Giorgi, an Italy-based digital marketing expert, exemplifies this principle. Managing an impressive €4 million annual advertising budget, he has built a reputation for delivering results through expertise in Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, SEO, and Google Analytics 4. Giorgi’s career…