The UAE announces a massive $6 billion investment plan for African tourism development, targeting aviation, infrastructure, and digital projects. Learn how this partnership aims to create thousands of jobs.
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.
Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige granted bail by Federal High Court in Abuja. Case adjourned to 2026. Details on the bail conditions and allegations inside.
Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige has been granted bail by an FCT High Court in his ₦2.2 billion contract fraud trial. The court set strict conditions for his release. Read the full details.
Nigerian Education Loan Fund has disbursed over N154 billion in interest-free loans to students. MD Akintunde Sawyerr urges more applicants and explains reasons for failed applications.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara confirms Rivers State has ₦600bn in its coffers, pledges detailed public accounting of all funds and project spending. Read the full report.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara reveals he met over ₦600 billion in Rivers State's treasury after emergency rule, defending his administration's transparent spending. Read details of the executive-legislature tension.
Nigeria's EFCC arrests five herbalists in Osun and Lagos for fraud involving counterfeit dollars and euros. Suspects promised spiritual currency conjuring. Full story.
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.
Nigel Baker, 56, tricked single mothers out of over £1M for his gambling. He promised marriage but exploited their trust. Read the shocking details.
Hip-hop superstar Drake has set a new record for the most Spotify streams by a rapper in a single year, surpassing 17.6 billion in 2025. Discover the strategy behind his massive success.
The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee has summoned IBEDC, BEDC, and PHEDC over an alleged N100 billion debt. The companies have 72 hours to appear or face sanctions. Read more.
The Federal Government has approved N47 billion to reconstruct the long-abandoned 6.7km Wuju-Wuju Jakara road in Kano, a project started in 2013. Read more about this major infrastructure revival.
Elon Musk makes history as the first person to achieve a $600 billion net worth. Discover how Tesla, SpaceX, and AI ventures fueled this unprecedented wealth milestone.
US President Donald Trump sues BBC for $10 billion, alleging defamation over edited 2021 speech. The scandal led to resignations at the broadcaster. Read the full details.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) threatens to join ongoing protests by unpaid local contractors and pensioners. The party condemns the APC-led Federal Government's staggering debts, calling it insensitive governance.
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.
Vice President Kashim Shettima launched a N1 billion family business grant initiative in Akwa Ibom, empowering 3,000 families. The programme aligns with Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda.
Oluwaseun Adekoya, a Nigerian resident in New Jersey, has been sentenced to 20 years in a US federal prison for masterminding a sophisticated $2 million identity theft and bank fraud operation. Read the full details of the multi-state scheme.
Civil society groups say Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan now has a lawful platform to prove sexual harassment allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, following his N200 billion lawsuit. Read the full details.
The Federal Government has approved N185 billion to pay legacy debts to gas producers, aiming to restore confidence, boost gas supply, and improve Nigeria's electricity generation. Read more.
The Federal Government disburses first payments to over 42,000 youth under the TVET Initiative, providing N22,500 monthly stipends and funding 600 vocational centres nationwide. Read more.
Former Delta Deputy Speaker Friday Osanebi releases ₦1 billion for Christmas support to Deltans. The massive donation includes food items and cash to ease economic hardship. Read details of the distribution and a related crime update.
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum reveals spending N100 billion on security in 2025, but contractors still refuse projects due to threats. Read his plan to bypass the crisis.
Streaming giant Netflix announces a historic $83 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, reshaping the global entertainment landscape. Get the full details on this landmark deal.
Governor Babagana Zulum discloses Borno State spent about N100 billion on security in 2025, stalling road projects and development. Read about the impact and plans.
Streaming giant Netflix agrees to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery for nearly $83 billion, the biggest entertainment merger since Disney-Fox. Details inside.
Nosa Edokpaigbe, a Nigerian national, has been sentenced to 60 months in a US federal prison for a $1.4 million COVID-19 relief fraud scheme. He will be deported after serving his term. Read the full details.
Governor Dauda Lawal presents a N861 billion budget for Zamfara's 2026 fiscal year, with 83% allocated to capital expenditure for transformation. Read the full breakdown.
The House of Representatives demands PAP Coordinator Dennis Otuaro appear before its committee over N26bn audit queries. Failure could lead to an arrest warrant. Meanwhile, nine PAP scholars graduate in the UK.