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Detty December Sparks 55% Jump in Nigerian Music Streams

Spotify data shows a massive 55% local increase in Nigerian music streams during Detty December 2024. The festive homecoming drives a global listening surge, with Accra and Lagos as key hubs. Discover the anthems powering the season.

Fed's Williams Sees No Urgency for Further Rate Cuts

New York Fed President John Williams says recent US inflation data was distorted by a government shutdown and Black Friday sales, advising patience on further interest rate cuts. Get the full analysis.

TikTok Signs Deal to Avert U.S. Ban Threat

TikTok forms a U.S.-based joint venture with Oracle and others to protect American user data, ending a long standoff and securing its 170 million users. Read the full details.

TikTok Signs US Deal to Avoid Ban After $620m EU Fine

TikTok and ByteDance agree to a US joint venture with Oracle and others to protect data and avoid a ban. The app, with over 1 billion users, faces global scrutiny over Chinese ownership and teen safety.

Nigeria's oil rigs stuck at 41 amid OPEC expansion

Nigeria's oil rig count remained flat at 41 in November, unchanged from 2024, while OPEC nations boosted activity by 7%. Discover the structural challenges holding back Africa's top producer.

Asian Markets Drift, Oil Up on Venezuela Blockade

Asian equities showed mixed performance as US jobs data failed to boost rate cut expectations. Oil prices surged over 1% after Trump ordered a blockade of Venezuelan tankers. Get the latest market analysis.

Asian Markets Retreat on US Jobs Data, Tech Worries

Asian markets extended losses Tuesday ahead of key US jobs data, with tech sector jitters and Fed rate cut uncertainty weighing on investor sentiment. Key indexes in Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Shanghai all fell over 1%. Read the full analysis.

Nigeria's Inflation Eases to 14.45% in November

Nigeria's headline inflation rate fell to 14.45% in November 2025, a significant drop from 16.05% in October. The National Bureau of Statistics attributes the moderation to CPI rebasing. Read the full analysis.

Chike Rewards Top Spotify Fan with Cash Gift

Nigerian singer Chike surprised a loyal fan with a cash gift after she streamed his music for over 36,000 minutes, making him her top artist on Spotify Wrapped 2025. Read the heartwarming story.

Africa Embraces Global-Standard Heritage Preservation

African institutions are partnering with the Arctic World Archive to safeguard priceless historical and digital records. This strategic move protects heritage and boosts global influence. Discover how Africa is securing its place in world memory.

Spotify Makes Afro-Adura Official, Seyi Vibez Tops Charts

Spotify officially recognises the Afro-Adura genre, once called 'trench music'. Seyi Vibez cements its rise as Nigeria's second-most-streamed artist in 2025. Discover the sound's journey from the streets to global playlists.

Wizkid's Morayo is Nigeria's top album of 2025

Wizkid's 2024 album 'Morayo' has become Nigeria's most-streamed project of 2025, dominating Apple Music and Spotify charts. Discover how the album achieved this historic feat.

FG Unveils Digital Farmers Registry for Food Security

The Federal Government has launched the National Digital Farmers Registry (NDFR) to harmonise farmer data, improve access to credit, and boost agricultural productivity in line with national food security goals.

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