Kenya Receives 21,000 Doses of Long-Acting HIV Prevention Drug Lenacapavir
-Agency Report~ The government has received an initial consignment of 21,000 starter doses of the long-acting injectable HIV prevention drug, Lenacapavir, marking a major milestone in the country’s fight against HIV. The doses were delivered in partnership with the Global Fund, positioning Kenya among the first African countries to introduce the next-generation HIV prevention technology. […]
Nigeria Probes Temu Over Alleged Personal Data Misuse
by Kunle Taylor Nigeria’s data protection watchdog has launched an investigation into Chinese e-commerce giant Temu over alleged breaches of the country’s privacy regulations. The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) announced on Monday that it is probing the fast-growing online shopping platform to determine whether its data processing practices violate the provisions of the Nigeria […]
NOC Hails Tinubu’s Vision, Says Sports Sector Records 373 Medals, ₦50bn Investment Boost
The President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Habu Gumel, has commended President Bola Tinubu for what he described as visionary leadership and unwavering support for sports development in the country. Gumel, in a statement issued by the committee’s spokesperson, Tony Nezianya, said President Bola Tinubu’s proactive approach had propelled Nigerian sports to remarkable heights […]
Mojo-Eye Promises Global Exposure for Avada Couture
Chief Executive Officer of Legendary Gold Limited and renowned fashion promoter, Lexy Mojo-Eye, has pledged to project Avada Couture and Academy onto the international stage in a bid to boost the global visibility of Nigerian fashion brands. Mojo-Eye, organiser of top fashion platforms such as Africa Fashion Reception, Nigeria Fashion Week and Nigeria Fashion Awards, […]
Simi Condemns Sexual Violence, Urges Accountability Amid Growing Outrage
Nigerian singer and songwriter Simi has ignited widespread debate online after issuing a strong statement on sexual assault and rape in Nigeria, calling for greater accountability and urging society not to silence survivors. The singer shared her thoughts on social media amid renewed public anger over recent assault cases reported in parts of the country, […]
NASS Passes Re-Enacted Electoral Act Amid Uproar, Rescinds Bill Over 2027 Polls Concerns
The Senate on Tuesday passed the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill, 2026, following a stormy session marked by heated exchanges over provisions relating to the transmission of election results. Tension flared shortly after plenary resumed when Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe (ADC, Abia South) demanded a division on Clause 60 of the bill. Senate President […]
Thugs Demand N55m From Lagos Landlords, Demolish Over 70 Homes In Surulere Community
Residents of Surulere Community in Amikanle, near the Command area of Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State, have been left devastated after suspected landgrabbers, popularly known as Omo Onile, allegedly demolished scores of houses and demanded millions of naira from property owners. The hoodlums reportedly invaded the community on January 27, 2026, demanding payments […]
Bello, Apata, Adekoya Triumph at Lagos Country Club’s 3rd Geophase Squash Tournament
LAGOS, Nigeria – The Squash Section of the prestigious Lagos Country Club has successfully staged the third edition of the Geophase Annual Closed & Club Pro Tournament, celebrating the enduring excellence of Nigeria’s squash professionals, both past and present.Held from February 9 to 13, 2026, the five-day competition brought together former professional players who once […]
Court Sentences Two Chinese Firm Directors to 46 Years Each Over N3.4bn, $2.5m Crypto Fraud
The Federal High Court in Lagos has convicted and sentenced two Chinese nationals and directors of Genting International Co. Limited, Huang Haoyu (also known as Ken) and An Hongxu, to 46 years’ imprisonment each over a N3.4 billion and $2.5 million cryptocurrency fraud and money laundering scheme. Justice Daniel Osiagor, who presided over the case […]
FCT Bus Terminals Await FEC Approval as Wike Insists on Private-Sector Management
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to commencing full operations at the newly constructed bus terminals across the territory, expressing optimism that the Federal Executive Council will soon approve the operational contract. Speaking with journalists in Abuja on Thursday after an extensive inspection of ongoing infrastructure projects, […]