Davido to perform at AFCON 2025 opening concert
Grammy-nominated Afrobeats star Davido will headline the AFCON 2025 opening concert in Rabat, Morocco, alongside French Montana. The event blends football and music ahead of the tournament kickoff.
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French Budget Fails, Political Gridlock Worsens
French lawmakers fail to agree on 2026 budget, deepening political crisis. Prime Minister Lecornu faces setback as deficit concerns grow. Read the full analysis.
UAE's $1bn AI for Development Initiative Targets Africa
The UAE has launched a $1 billion 'AI for Development' initiative to finance AI projects in Africa, aiming to enhance digital infrastructure, government services, and productivity across the continent.
Audit Bill Stalled in Senate Since 2023, Risks Public Funds
AdvoKC Foundation warns Nigeria's Senate delay on the Audit Service Bill, 2023, weakens financial oversight, enabling theft. Urges immediate passage to protect public money.
LSSTF Launches Team to Monitor Security Assets in Lagos
LSSTF CEO Dr Ayo Ogunsan inaugurates a monitoring team to track vehicles and assets for the RRS, ensuring transparency and accountability in Lagos security funding. Read more.
2026 World Cup Winners to Get $50 Million Prize Money
FIFA announces a record $655 million prize fund for the 2026 World Cup, with winners earning $50 million. See the full breakdown for all 48 teams.
Balkan Model: How to Stop a Cattle Disease Outbreak
As France battles lumpy skin disease, experts point to the Balkans' 2016 success: rapid vaccination and culls controlled the outbreak in months. Learn the key strategies.
CFG Africa's ₦1bn Ethical Fund Targets 2026 Growth
CFG Africa unveils a ₦1 billion ethical fund for Sharia-compliant investments. Experts at the Lagos forum urge policy shifts to boost Nigeria's real economy. Discover the strategic path for 2026.
N37.59tr Maritime Trade Renews Call for Local Shipping
Nigeria's massive N37.59 trillion sea trade in Q3 2025 highlights a critical need for a strong indigenous shipping industry. Experts warn of billions in annual losses and urge action on the dormant Cabotage Fund to reclaim maritime wealth.
Mbappe Wins €60m Court Case Against PSG
A French court has ordered Paris Saint-Germain to pay Kylian Mbappe €60 million in unpaid wages and bonuses. Get all the details on the landmark ruling.
France Adopts Budget, Suspends Pension Reform
French parliament approves social security budget, suspending the unpopular pension age hike. Prime Minister Lecornu races to finalise the 2026 spending plan. Read the full details.
Mbappé Wins €61m Lawsuit Against Former Club PSG
Paris Saint-Germain must pay Kylian Mbappé €61 million after a Paris labour court ruled in the footballer's favour in a dispute over unpaid salary and bonuses. Get the full details.
US Embassy: Visa Fraud Can Cause Permanent Ban for Nigerians
The US Embassy in Abuja warns Nigerians that falsifying visa applications can result in a permanent travel ban. Learn the severe consequences under US immigration law.
US Embassy Warns Nigerians: Visa Fraud Leads to Permanent Ban
The US Embassy in Abuja warns Nigerian visa applicants that falsifying documents or lying can result in a permanent entry ban. This comes as Ambassador Mills meets Minister Tuggar to strengthen bilateral ties.
French Farmers Protest Cattle Culls Over Disease Control
France's agriculture minister urges farmers to trust government's cattle culling and vaccination plan to control lumpy skin disease, as protests block roads. Read the full story.
LSSTF Boss Urges Innovation to Tackle Lagos Security
Lagos State Security Trust Fund's new CEO, Dr. Ayo Ogunsan, outlines a modern, collaborative strategy for tackling security challenges, including public donations and a major town hall meeting on December 11.
Man Apologises to Wizarab Over False Cancer Fund Claims
A Nigerian man retracts false allegations against influencer Wizarab, accused of tampering with funds for Aunty Esther's cancer treatment. Wizarab's detailed rebuttal highlights key inconsistencies.
Macron Vows Stronger Cooperation with Nigeria After Kidnappings
French President Macron commits to strengthening security partnership with Nigeria following a surge in mass abductions, including over 300 school children. Read more.
Arewa Youths Demand Forensic Probe of FIRS, RHIDF
The Arewa Consultative Youth Movement joins calls for a forensic audit of FIRS and the RHIDF, demanding Chairman Zacch Adedeji step aside. Read the full story on the growing national agitation.
Lawmaker seeks sack of Finance Minister over N4tr debt
Rep. Ikenga Ugochinyere calls for the dismissal of Finance Minister Wale Edun and FIRS Chairman Zacch Adedeji over N4 trillion unpaid contracts, accusing them of sabotaging Tinubu's agenda. Contractors protest non-payment.
France Boosts Nigeria's GBV Fight with Economic Empowerment Projects
France reaffirms commitment to Nigeria's fight against Gender-Based Violence, investing in 21 local projects across 16 states. Ambassador Marc Fonbaustier highlights economic autonomy as key to protecting women. Read more.
Tinubu Makes Fresh Appointments to Key Federal Boards
President Bola Tinubu has approved new appointments to the boards of UBEC, the Bank of Agriculture, and the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF). Get the full list of appointees and their geopolitical zones here.
SEC Alerts Public on Unregistered Glorious Wealth Fund
Nigeria's SEC warns against investing with Glorious Wealth Fund (GWF), an unregistered platform. Investors report inability to withdraw funds. Verify companies on SEC portal to avoid fraud.
French Almond Makers Fight US Dominance with Tradition
French confectioners are reviving centuries-old almond farming to counter US imports, focusing on premium taste and eco-friendly practices. Discover how Provence is reclaiming its heritage.
SEC Flags Glorious Wealth Fund as Unauthorised
Nigeria's SEC warns against Glorious Wealth Fund (GWF), an unlicensed online investment platform. Learn the red flags of Ponzi schemes and how to protect your money.
Benue PDP Chief Rejects Northern Security Fund
PDP chieftain Bemgba Iortyom rejects Benue's inclusion in the Northern Security Trust Fund, calling it a flawed plan that diverts state resources. He criticises Governor Alia's priorities.
Eko DisCo: Free Meters Only Through Official Portal
Eko DisCo urges customers to apply for free prepaid meters only via its official portal, warning against third-party scams. Learn about the MAF Tranche B scheme and community engagement in Apapa.
Nigeria Gets $100m AfDB Loan for Youth Fund
Nigeria's FEC has approved a $100 million AfDB loan for the Youth Investment Fund and a $50m Islamic Bank loan for Yobe agriculture. President Tinubu pushes for 7% growth.
Kaduna fast-tracks $62.8m Kuwait Fund for development
Governor Uba Sani accelerates Kuwait's $62.8m support for Kaduna's education, healthcare, and agriculture. Over 100,000 out-of-school children targeted. Read more.
Edo Seeks ₦160bn to Tackle Ecological Challenges
Edo State unveils a ₦160 billion plan to remediate over 60 gully erosion sites and combat illegal sand mining. The initiative includes a massive tree-planting campaign.
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