Discover how Prof George Nkem Ude, inspired by Dr James Watson, established Africa's premier hands-on molecular biology training centre at Godfrey Okoye University, transforming STEM education for thousands.
The Federal Government has secured the release of Pastor Benjamin Egbaji from detention in Benin Republic after over two years. Read the full story of diplomatic intervention.
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests Ghana's ex-finance minister Ken Ofori-Atta in Virginia. He faces corruption charges in Ghana and was declared a fugitive. Full details here.
Ken Ofori-Atta, Ghana's former finance minister wanted for corruption, is detained by US immigration. His legal team expects a swift resolution. Read the full story.
Amnesty International Nigeria demands the immediate release of Abubakar Salim Musa, arrested in Abuja for online posts. This is a blatant attack on free speech. #FreeSpeech #Nigeria
UK-based philanthropist Marcel Ngogbehei launches a Community Scholarship Programme to support talented, underserved students in Nigeria. The initiative focuses on academic excellence, character, and leadership.
The late hip-hop icon DMX will be ordained as a minister in a historic ceremony at Foster Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, honouring his spiritual legacy. Read the full story.
Controversial rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine has surrendered to a Brooklyn jail to serve a three-month sentence for violating supervised release. Get the full details on his surrender and what's next.
A 17-year-old has been charged with murder after the fatal stabbing of 23-year-old Nigerian John Temitope Onetufo in London on New Year's Eve. Police appeal for witnesses.
John Temitope Onetufo, a 23-year-old Nigerian, was fatally stabbed in Deptford, London. A 17-year-old has been charged with murder as police continue their investigation.
A young girl, Chilotam, is hospitalised after her stepfather allegedly hit her with a plank containing nails. The incident, reported by a neighbour, highlights ongoing child maltreatment. Read the full report and the community's call for justice.
Donald Trump faces backlash for attacking the Kennedy family on Truth Social shortly after the death of Tatiana Schlossberg, JFK's granddaughter, from leukemia. Read the full story.
Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and his son deny EFCC's ₦9 billion money laundering charges. Court hears bail application as anti-graft agency pushes for accelerated trial. Full details inside.
Heba Muraisi, on a 57-day hunger strike, is losing her ability to speak. She and other activists protest their detention. Read the full story on their health crisis.
Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami condemns EFCC's continued detention despite a court-granted bail. Read the full details of the legal standoff in Abuja.
Onah Abba shares his ordeal of unjust detention and how activist Harrison Gwamnishu helped him and others get bail from Edo State CID. Watch the trending video.
Activist Harrison Gwamnishu is free after two weeks in police custody over a controversial N20m ransom case in Edo. He denies arrest, praises police professionalism. Full story inside.
Nigerian Air Force personnel detained in Burkina Faso have been released and are heading to Portugal via Ghana. Get the full details on the diplomatic resolution.
Edo High Court grants bail to activist Harrison Gwamnishu, detained over a controversial N20 million ransom negotiation for an abducted couple. Read the full details of the case.
Heineken returns as official partner for Flytime Fest 2025 in Lagos, featuring Davido, Asake, Flavour, and Olamide from Dec 22-25. Get ready for legendary Christmas celebrations!
FCT High Court dismisses ex-AGF Abubakar Malami's bail plea, backing EFCC's detention. Justice Hassan cites valid remand order. Full details inside.
A Kenyan priest and Texas state employee, detained for two months by ICE, chooses voluntary departure. His lawyers call it a strategic legal move to protect future US entry rights. Read the full story.
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.
The House of Representatives investigates the detention of 11 NAF personnel in Burkina Faso, mandates committees to secure their release. Diplomatic efforts ongoing.
Idima Abam community in Abia State protests the arrest of their leader, Ezeogo Chukwu Jonah, detained in Abuja. They petition state lawmakers, alleging a kingship tussle and injustice. Read the full story.
The NHRC in Adamawa state documented 516 human rights complaints from January to November 2025. Over half involved family and child abandonment. Report violations for redress.
Cameroon faces political turmoil as 74-year-old opposition figure Anicet Ekane dies in military custody. His party alleges medical neglect, while government denies wrongdoing. Read the full story.
Cameroonian opposition figure Anicet Ekane has died in military custody. His lawyers allege denial of medical care. The death could heighten tensions after disputed elections.
Four aides of former Minister Timipre Sylva remain detained by EFCC despite his cooperation. Julius Bokoru demands due process and their immediate release.
Temitayo Ayinla empowers Nigeria's visually impaired through Resource Center for the Blind, calling for government support and structured rehabilitation centers to restore independence.