By Esther Ososanya In a major boost for Africa’s energy sector, the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has signed a $1.35 billion financing deal with Dangote Industries Limited (DIL). The deal is part of a larger $4 billion syndicated loan to support the Dangote Refinery, Africa’s largest industrial project to date. This agreement will help refinance …
By Rafiyat Sadiq Human rights activist and public affairs analyst Mahdi Shehu has accused influential Nigerians, including politicians, religious leaders, and traditional rulers, of shielding corruption and obstructing justice in the country. Shehu made the claims during a recent appearance on a current affairs programme aired by the African Independent Television (AIT), where he expressed …
By Esther Ososanya Nearly 800 Egyptian aid trucks have been inspected and sent into Gaza through Israel’s Kerem Shalom crossing since July 27, the Egyptian Red Crescent said on Wednesday, as efforts intensify to ease a worsening humanitarian crisis. The development follows Israel’s decision to partially lift its months-long blockade late last month, allowing a …
By Esther Ososanya President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the immediate rollout of free healthcare for low-income retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). He described the initiative as a vital part of his administration’s plan to protect vulnerable citizens and uphold dignity in retirement. The President gave the order after receiving a detailed …
By Esther Ososanya Ghana is in mourning after a military helicopter crash killed eight people, including two ministers and top officials. The Z-9 aircraft went down en route to Obuasi, killing everyone on board. Among the dead are Defence Minister Edward Omane Boamah, Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, NDC Vice Chair Samuel Sarpong, national security …
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) have pledged commitment to enhancing collaboration for the stability of Nigeria’s financial system. The commitment was made when newly appointed management of the NDIC, led by Managing Director/Chief Executive Mr Thompson O. Sunday, recently paid a courtesy visit to the CBN Governor, …
PDP chieftain Dan Ulasi backs pledge, calls Obi an honest politician By Rafiyat Sadiq Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has restated his commitment to serve only one term if elected president in 2027, insisting that four years is sufficient to make a meaningful impact if governance is driven by genuine service. In a …
By Esther Ososanya Former Arsenal and Ghana international midfielder Thomas Partey has been granted conditional bail by a London court following formal charges of rape and sexual assault involving three women. Partey, 32, appeared before the Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, where Chief Magistrate Paul Goldspring confirmed the bail terms. Under the conditions, Partey is barred …
By Esther Ososanya In a major squad overhaul ahead of the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, Bendel Insurance Football Club has officially confirmed the departure of 25 players, including some of its most prominent first-team names. Among the key exits are club captain Meyiwa Oritseweyinmi, veteran striker Austin Ogunye, and experienced forward Bernard …
By Esther Ososanya Police swiftly intervene, warn against further attacks on officers The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has confirmed the arrest of several individuals following a violent civil unrest sparked by a land dispute in the Kuchibyi community, under the Byazin Division of the FCT. The incident, which became public through a distress …
