Intelligence-Driven Action Urged Against Human Trafficking
West African stakeholders call for urgent, coordinated action against human trafficking, highlighting its $150bn annual profit and 75% child victim rate. Learn about the regional strategy.
West African stakeholders call for urgent, coordinated action against human trafficking, highlighting its $150bn annual profit and 75% child victim rate. Learn about the regional strategy.
Guinea-Bissau's military rulers release six opposition members detained since the November coup, calling it a step towards constitutional order. Read the latest on the crisis.
Popular skit maker Brainjotter partners with Apex Network as brand ambassador. He cites integrity as key, aiming to drive positive social media change. Read more.
Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, refutes allegations of terrorist activity in his community, defends local security network, and warns against fake news. Full details.
Key Nigerian private sector actors unite with civil society to design market-driven strategies for economic resilience and preventing violent extremism in fragile states. Discover the innovative plans.
Lagos State and Iru Kingdom announce Oniru Business & Cultural Day for Feb 14, 2026, plus a new Business Network to drive investment and cultural development in the kingdom. Learn more.
African feminist movements unite across borders to confront sexual violence as a human rights crisis. A new solidarity network launches to demand justice for survivors and push for the ratification of the AU-CEVAWG convention. Read more.
Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, enters a transformative phase with a $1 billion partnership between The Entertainment Network (TEN) and The Evolution Media Group (TEMG). Discover the plans for global expansion, new studios, and job creation.
The House of Representatives resolves to investigate the detention of a Nigerian military aircraft and personnel in Burkina Faso. Lawmakers call for urgent diplomatic action via ECOWAS and AU frameworks for their release.
Nigerian Communications Commission reports teledensity at 80.87% with massive data consumption despite tariff hikes. 4G dominates as government approves 4,000 new towers for rural areas. Read the full analysis.
Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for Côte d'Ivoire to attend the inauguration of President Alassane Ouattara. Read more about the strong Nigeria-Côte d'Ivoire ties.
Nigeria's government condemns the attempted coup in Benin, calls for calm, and reaffirms commitment to regional stability and democratic governance. Read the full statement.
A coup attempt by soldiers in Benin Republic was foiled, leading to 13 arrests. Nigeria deployed fighter jets for surveillance as regional bodies condemn the act. Read the full details.
Benin's government announced it thwarted a coup attempt by soldiers who seized state TV. President Patrice Talon is safe. Read the latest details on the unfolding situation.
Abiola Laseinde reveals why she founded The CIO & C-Suite Awards Africa to celebrate tech leaders who kept the world running during COVID-19. Discover her mission for recognition and female inclusion.
MultiChoice confirms 11 channels, including CNN and Cartoon Network, could be removed from DStv by Dec 31, 2025, if a new deal with Warner Bros. isn't reached. Learn the full list and alternatives.
Luqman Mamudu, former NADDC boss, says West Africa must fix border bottlenecks to unlock AfCFTA's trade potential. He calls for digital platforms and one-stop border posts.
Oodua Peoples Network and Niger Delta Stakeholders' Forum reject Senator Fadahunsi's call to remove NSA Nuhu Ribadu. They argue security leadership requires strategy, not just a military background. Read their full defense.
ECOWAS Parliament fails to reach consensus on Guinea-Bissau military takeover, exposing deep divisions over tackling coups in West Africa. Read the full report.
Guinea-Bissau's election commission says gunmen stole vote tally sheets, leaving the presidential result unknown. Nigeria grants opposition candidate protection. Read the full story.
ECOWAS Parliament opens 2025 session in Abuja, strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau and reaffirms commitment to regional democracy and stability. Read the full story.
MTN Nigeria alerts customers to a service disruption affecting 2G, 3G, and 4G networks in Kebbi, Zamfara, and Sokoto states due to a fibre cut. Engineers are working to restore connectivity. #MTN #NetworkOutage #Nigeria
Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau opposition leader Fernando Dias da Costa following a military coup. Read about ECOWAS response and regional stability efforts.
ECOWAS Parliament strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau, labeling it an assault on democracy. High-level talks begin December 3rd. Read the full story.
Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau opposition candidate Fernando Costa after military coup. President Tinubu's move underscores commitment to regional democracy. Read the full story.
The Network for Good Governance in Nigeria (NGGN) has condemned the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for claiming Prof. Mahmood Yakubu's ambassadorial nomination confirms 2023 election partisanship. Read the full details.
ECOWAS Court delegation concludes a week-long study visit to European human rights institutions to improve enforcement of its own rulings. Discover the key takeaways.
Cartoon Network marks a major achievement with 500 episodes aired in Nigeria, celebrating its impact on youth entertainment and animation culture. Discover the journey and future plans.
Ondo State's Amotekun security corps has launched its 5th batch recruitment. Key criteria include being 'spiritually endowed,' of Yoruba extraction, and an indigene or long-term resident. Apply now.
Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau opposition candidate Fernando Dias da Costa after military coup. President Tinubu approves protection as ECOWAS suspends Guinea-Bissau. Read the full story.