The United Kingdom is set to implement new passport and entry rules for dual citizens beginning February 25, 2026, a move that will significantly affect millions of British nationals living abroad. The changes are part of the government’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) rollout, which is designed to enhance border security and streamline visa-free travel procedures. …
For more than a decade, Nigeria’s small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs), the country’s largest employers and backbone of the real economy, have remained largely excluded from formal bank financing, despite repeated policy pledges to support them. An analysis of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Statistical Bulletin covering 2014 to 2023 reveals a troubling reality: …
A heated online exchange between Grammy-winning singer Wizkid and Seun Kuti, son of late Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti, has divided Nigerian celebrities and sparked a wider debate over legacy, influence, and greatness in Nigerian music. The dispute began about a week ago after Seun Kuti called out Wizkid’s fanbase, popularly known as Wizkid FC, …
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco delivered flair, intensity, and elite African football talent. Yet, beyond the goals and celebrations, persistent officiating controversies cast a long shadow over the tournament. Morocco’s hosting of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations drew widespread praise for its world-class infrastructure, with players and coaches highlighting the …
For years, mobile photography felt like the exclusive playground of expensive flagship smartphones; the more you spent, the better your photos. In 2026, that assumption is gradually fading away. Today, budget and mid-range smartphones can capture stunning, professional-looking images that rival even premium devices. Thanks to breakthroughs in sensor technology, optical image stabilization (OIS), and …
In 2026, travel costs are on the rise across the globe, particularly in Europe and parts of Asia. Yet, for savvy travellers, there are still stunning destinations where the naira stretches further. From sun-drenched tropical beaches to ancient ruins steeped in history, the world offers hidden gems and lesser-known locales where luxury experiences come at …
As Nigeria ushers in 2026, the nation operates under a landmark fiscal framework, the 2025 Tax Reform Laws. Designed to modernize the tax system, broaden compliance, and strengthen national revenue, these reforms have generated both optimism and anxiety. A wave of misinformation circulating online has raised fears that the new system could allow authorities to …
African skies, once teeming with planes and the promise of seamless travel, are witnessing an unusual stillness. Airlines across the continent are grappling with a crippling shortage of aircraft spare parts a crisis reverberating from hangars in Nairobi to runways in Dakar, leaving passengers stranded and business operations disrupted. According to the International Air Transport …
As the key driver of economic development, Nigeria’s energy sector has, over the years, been influenced by events, policies and actions. Nigeria's energy sector in 2026 faces several significant events, all testing whether recent reforms can translate into tangible improvements in oil and gas production, power supply, and investments in other subsectors. The major issues …
As Nigeria’s Super Eagles march into the AFCON 2025 knockout stage against Mozambique, the build-up has gone far beyond tactical debates and team news. Across social media and football circles, confidence has transformed into public predictions, bold scorelines, and even cash pledges – a rare reflection of how strongly Nigerians believe in this team. This …
