Ayo Benzi Wins N150m Next Afrobeats Star Deal
Ayodeji 'Ayo Benzi' Benson clinches victory in MTN's Next Afrobeats Star, securing a N150 million music deal. Discover the full results and the future of Afrobeats.
Ayodeji 'Ayo Benzi' Benson clinches victory in MTN's Next Afrobeats Star, securing a N150 million music deal. Discover the full results and the future of Afrobeats.
Nnamani Music Group is shifting focus from viral hits to rights administration and royalty collection, creating a sustainable infrastructure for African artists. Discover their strategy for global viability.
A PDP faction in Rivers demands Governor Fubara fully disclose the peace deal with Wike brokered by President Tinubu. They cite renewed tension and allege deception.
Nigerian DStv users breathe a sigh of relief as Canal+ and Warner Bros Discovery sign a new multi-year deal, saving 12 popular channels from being removed. Read the full details of the agreement here.
Nigerian DStv users can breathe easy. A new Canal+ and Warner Bros Discovery agreement secures 12 popular channels, avoiding a blackout. Read the full details of the multi-territory deal.
MA'AM Energy Limited becomes the new controlling shareholder of Geregu Power Plc in a landmark $750 million transaction, leading to a complete board overhaul. Discover the details and implications for Nigeria's power sector.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola has sold his controlling stake in Geregu Power Plc in a landmark N1.088 trillion transaction. Discover the details and implications of this major shift in Nigeria's energy sector.
Presidents Trump and Zelenskiy announce significant progress on a Ukraine peace deal, now 95% complete. Key hurdles remain on Donbas and security. Read the latest details.
From 2026, Nigerians will pay a mandatory vehicle recycling fee at registration. The policy aims to generate over N150bn yearly, create jobs, and regulate used car imports. Get all the details.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky meets Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago to push a revised 20-point peace plan. The talks follow a massive Russian attack on Kyiv and European pledges of support. Will Trump approve?
President Tinubu hails a major $1.26 billion financing deal for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, signalling rising global investor confidence in Nigeria's infrastructure and reforms. Read more.
President Zelensky details a 20-point US-led draft to end the Ukraine war. While some concessions were won, major hurdles on territory, NATO, and a referendum remain. Read the full analysis.
Former EFCC boss Ibrahim Magu explains the legal hurdle that prevented questioning ex-President Goodluck Jonathan over the controversial arms funds. New book reveals internal PDP tensions.
A Nigerian man argues a husband impregnating the wife's maid is not grounds for divorce. This follows a viral case of a Canada-based woman's ordeal. Read the controversial take.
The US has signed a major 5-year health agreement with Nigeria, committing $2.1 billion. The deal specifically aims to strengthen Christian faith-based healthcare amid security concerns. Read the full details.
Brazil's President Lula da Silva calls on the European Union to finalize the long-delayed Mercosur trade pact, aiming to create the world's largest free trade zone. Read the latest updates.
Lagos State, First Bank, Swedish Government & others sponsor the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) in Lagos, Jan 7-11, 2026. Theme: 'Unstoppable Africa'. Read the full schedule.
The historic EU-Mercosur trade pact, creating the world's largest free trade zone, faces delay due to farmer protests. A new signing date is now targeted for January 12 in Paraguay. Get the full details.
Coursera and Udemy are merging in a $2.5 billion all-stock deal to create a massive online learning platform, expanding access to AI and tech courses worldwide. Learn what this means for Nigerian learners and professionals.
A deep dive into The Weeknd's $600 million fortune in 2025. We break down his earnings from the $1B tour, music catalogue deal, and path to billionaire status.
Hundreds of farmers and over 150 tractors clogged Brussels streets, protesting the EU-Mercosur trade pact they fear will flood Europe with cheaper South American goods. Read the full story on the high-stakes summit clash.
Nigerian superstar Davido made a surprise call to Martell's global marketing manager during a livestream, securing an endorsement deal for comedian Carter Efe. See the viral moment and fan reactions.
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal, 20 years in the making, faces a crunch vote. While promising a massive free-trade zone, it sparks fierce protests from European farmers fearing cheap imports. Read the full details.
Russian President Vladimir Putin dismisses diplomatic compromise, threatening to take Ukrainian territory by force despite Trump's peace push. Full analysis of the escalating crisis.
The future of CNN is uncertain as President Donald Trump aims to influence the network's editorial stance during a high-stakes takeover battle for its parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery. Read the full analysis.
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal faces a major setback as Italy and France demand more safeguards for farmers, casting doubt on a signing ceremony planned for this weekend in Brazil.
Toyosi Etim-Effiong, wife of Nollywood star Daniel Etim-Effiong, reveals why infidelity wouldn't end her marriage. Her comments spark online debate about forgiveness and faith. Read more.
The Weeknd's $1 billion catalogue deal with Lyric Capital is a strategic partnership, not a sale. He retains creative control and ownership, setting a new standard for artist equity in the music industry.
Netflix agrees to a historic $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. The deal, set for 2026, will see 11 channels exit DStv and GOtv in Africa. Read the full story.
Katsina Governor Dikko Radda reports improved security after community-led peace deals with bandits. Attacks and medical costs for victims have significantly dropped.