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Nigeria's Department of State Services has firmly denied allegations by Atiku Abubakar that it orchestrated protests in Sokoto State ahead of the 2027 elections. The intelligence agency announced an internal probe into the claims while asserting its operatives acted solely to protect political figures under attack. The dispute highlights escalating friction between security agencies and opposition leaders.
PoliticsThe Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has rallied behind Kenya, urging Saudi Arabia to swiftly overturn unwarranted Ebola-related travel restrictions. The continental health body criticized the measures as scientifically groundless and economically punitive, demanding evidence-based diplomatic engagement across international borders.
South Africa's ruling African National Congress is confronting fierce public backlash as citizens demand accountability at the ballot box. Decades of deteriorating basic infrastructure and chronic service delivery failures have pushed voters to the brink. The mounting discontent marks a critical test for the liberation movement's enduring grip on power.
The Confederation of African Football has released the full shortlist of nominees across men’s and women’s categories for the 2026 CAF Awards. With top contenders from Nigeria, Morocco, Cameroon, and Zambia vying for top honours, the continent's premier sporting gala is set to take place in Lagos this December.
Rising Nigerian artists Shoday and Mavin Records' Magixx deliver vibrant romantic energy on their collaborative single 'CHE'. The upbeat release weaves themes of affection, attraction, and devotion over infectious Afrobeats rhythms. Here is the official lyrical breakdown of the duo's latest musical offering.
Ghanaian rap heavyweight M.anifest teams up with breakout star Black Sherif on their introspective collaboration, 'Road Rage'. Blending veteran wisdom with youthful hunger, the duo reflects on ambition, harsh criticism, and perseverance under the guiding ethos of grace.
Washington's decision to strip South Africa of duty-free access under the African Growth and Opportunity Act delivers a severe blow to the country's export economy. Key industries including automotive manufacturing and commercial agriculture now face punishing tariffs, forcing Pretoria to urgently explore alternative global trading partners.
Rising temperatures are eroding productivity and slashing daily earnings across Africa's massive informal workforce. While low-cost, electricity-free cooling solutions show promise in markets like Nigeria and Ghana, scaling affordability remains critical to safeguarding economic resilience. Unlocking access to sustainable cooling will determine the future of labor output across the continent.
FirstBank Nigeria has unveiled a state-of-the-art Digital Experience Centre at the University of Abuja, expanding access to automated banking services for students and faculty. The self-service hub underscores the lender's commitment to accelerating financial technology adoption across Nigerian academic institutions.
