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.
Zamfara Lawmaker Attacked, Kwara Assembly Suspends Member
Angry mob assaults Zamfara lawmaker Kabiru Mika’ilu Dangulbi for alleged neglect. Separately, Kwara Assembly suspends Saba Yisa Gideon for 3 months over recording breach. Get the full details.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pharmacists Oppose Creation of New Health Commissions
The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria cautions the National Assembly against creating new health bodies, calling proposals legally unnecessary and wasteful.
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.
NASS Seeks Death Penalty for Kidnappers, Naming of Sponsors
Nigeria's National Assembly intensifies its fight against insecurity, demanding capital punishment for kidnappers and the public prosecution of terrorism financiers. Read the latest developments.
NASS Confirms Musa, Bans Ransom in Security Overhaul
The Senate and House of Representatives confirm Gen. Christopher Musa as Defence Minister and adopt hard-line anti-terror measures, banning ransom payments and amnesty for terrorists. Read the details.
ADC Targets 21 Senators, 86 Reps Ahead of 2027 Polls
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is in talks with dozens of federal lawmakers for a potential mass defection ahead of the 2027 elections. Get the full details on the strategic move.
Tinubu to Appoint New Defence Minister This Week
President Bola Tinubu is set to forward a new Minister of Defence nominee to the Senate this week, following Abubakar Badaru's resignation on health grounds. Get the latest reactions and analysis.
ADC Set to Harvest 21 Senators, 86 Reps for 2027
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is reportedly set to receive over 100 National Assembly members ahead of the 2027 polls, with defections hitting APC hardest. Read details of the political realignment.
French Mayor Gets 4-Year Jail Term for Sex Tape Blackmail
A French court sentences Mayor Gael Perdriau to four years in prison for blackmailing a rival with a secret sex tape. Read the shocking details of the political scandal.
Cleric Calls for VP Shettima's Removal Over Persecution Claims
Reverend Ezekiel Dachomo urges the National Assembly to sack Vice President Kashim Shettima, alleging a Muslim-Muslim ticket enables persecution of Christians. Read the full details.
NASC to refund N6.9bn for contract inflation
Audit report reveals National Assembly Service Commission inflated contracts by N6.93bn without approvals. Read the shocking details of financial misconduct.
Lens Top Ligue 1 After 21 Years Thanks to Thauvin Brace
Florian Thauvin's brilliant brace propelled Lens to Ligue 1 summit for first time since 2004 with 2-1 victory at Angers. World Cup winner continues remarkable career revival.
Bakare Criticizes National Assembly on Insecurity Crisis
Pastor Tunde Bakare condemns Nigerian lawmakers for prioritizing political defections over security governance as citizens suffer. He demands urgent action and transparency.
Youth Groups Demand Transparency in NASS Voting
Youth organisations demand the National Assembly publicly display lawmakers' votes on constitutional amendments via a digital system, citing transparency and accountability concerns.
SERAP sues Akpabio, Abbas over ₦18.6bn payments
SERAP files lawsuit against National Assembly leaders over missing ₦18.6bn for commission complex. Demand full accountability and transparency in public funds management.
NASC to refund N6.93bn for inflated contracts
Audit report reveals National Assembly Service Commission inflated contracts by N6.93bn without due process. Chairman ordered to account for funds or face sanctions. Read full details.
Group Seeks Constitutional Amendment for INEC Reform
A youth coalition urges the National Assembly to amend the constitution for a merit-based INEC leadership selection and faster election dispute resolution. Join the call for credible elections.
Watchdog Defends PIA Implementation Against ₦1 Trillion Claim
Niger Delta accountability network refutes House Committee claims, says Petroleum Industry Act implementation is on track and bringing stability to oil sector. Read full details.
First Lady Tinubu Supports Women's Reserved Seats Bill
Nigeria's First Lady Oluremi Tinubu endorses Reserved Seats for Women's Bill to boost female political representation from 3.8%. Advocacy lead hails historic move toward inclusive democracy.
Lawmakers Reject Tinubu's Police Withdrawal Order
Two senators and a House Rep condemn President Tinubu's directive to withdraw police from VIP duties, warning it will make politicians targets for bandits and terrorists.
Gwarzo donates N10m, digital labs to Alliance Française
Prof. Adamu Gwarzo donates a fully equipped two-storey building and N10 million to Alliance Française Kano, boosting bilingual education and cultural exchange in Northern Nigeria. Discover how this transforms French learning.
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