How African Leaders Underdeveloped Africa

The title of this piece was influenced by the Book written in 1972 by Walter Rodney titled ‘’How Europe Underdeveloped Africa”. In the book, which became a Bible of sorts for those who are interested in studying African development and...

Kannywood actor, Malam Nata’ala, dies after prolonged illness

A prominent Kannywood star, Mato Na Mato, popularly known as Malam Nata’ala, has passed away. The Director General of the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC), Ali Nuhu, confirmed the death in a post on his Instagram handle. An indigene of Yobe State,...

What is Françafrique? The taboo word that reveals the shifting influence of France in Africa

The term “Françafrique” describes the political, economic and military networks built to preserve French influence in Africa. It refers to a past era but many believe that it still shapes relations between France and its former colonies today. The...

World Bank approves new financing to enhance climate change mitigation and adaptation in Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone Telegraph: 03 November 2025: The World Bank Board of Directors last week approved an additional grant of $18.34 million to support Sierra Leone in enhancing biodiversity protection, environmental sustainability, and climate change...

Trump threatens military action against Nigeria: Musings on his real intentions

By Yusuf Bangura Nyon, Switzerland 2 November, 2025 [email protected] ———————————————— The article, ‘’Hypocrisy as Policy’’, by Global Geopolitics (attached) is a good reaction to Trump’s insane, but self-serving, threat to invade Nigeria under...

Trump’s Threat to Attack Terrorists in Nigeria Over ‘Christian Genocide’ Stirs Debate, Presidency Reacts

November 03, (THEWILL) — Reactions have continued to trail President Donald Trump’s threat to launch military attack on Nigeria following his declaration on Friday, October 31, 2025 that Christianity is facing an “existential threat” in Nigeria,...

How African leaders underdeveloped Africa, by Kazeem Akintunde

The title of this piece was influenced by the book written in 1972 by Walter Rodney, titled: “How Europe Underdeveloped Africa.” In the book, which became a Bible of sorts for those who are interested in studying African development and...

Why Trump Is Threatening Military Action Over Claims Of Christian Genocide In Nigeria. What To Know Now.

Trump Threatens Military Action In Nigeria: Understanding the Christian Genocide Crisis and Religious Persecution Designation On October 31, 2025 (Friday), President Donald Trump announced Nigeria’s designation as a Country of Particular Concern...

Trump’s warning unsettles Nigeria, raises concerns over religion, sovereignty

• Gumi urges Nigeria to cut diplomatic ties with U.S. • Tinubu may meet Trump, says Presidency aide Bwala • Analysts: U.S. threat could disrupt terror fight, strain military cooperation • Trump’s move a ‘call for urgent action’ by Nigeria, says...

Government working to strengthen peace, security architecture — Vice-President

The government is working to strengthen the country’s peace and security architecture to address the risk of violent extremism in the country. This includes collaborating with Ghana’s neighbouring countries to collectively address the threats of...

Explained: Why Trump Threatened To Go ‘Guns-A-Blazing’ Into Nigeria

Last Updated:November 03, 2025, 14:47 IST After reclassifying Nigeria as a ‘country of particular concern,’ Trump threatened to go ‘guns-a-blazing’ to stop the killing of Christians, a claim Nigeria strongly rejects US President Donald Trump....

Nigeria open to US help against Islamist insurgents with conditions

Source: Reuters Nigeria said on Sunday it would welcome U.S. help in fighting Islamist insurgents as long as its territorial integrity is respected, responding to threats of military action by President Donald Trump over what he said was the...

Pillars’ free fall continues; Abia Warriors dethrone Nasarawa Utd

Former Nigerian champions Kano Pillars’ free fall in the ongoing Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season continued yesterday after another defeat at Enyimba FC who piped them 2-0 in the week 11 fixture played at the Enyimba International...

NPFL: Barau FC Coach optimistic inspite goalless draw with Wikki Tourists

Sports BARAU FC Technical Adviser, Ladan Bosso, says he remains optimistic about his team’s performance in spite a goaless draw with Wikki Tourists of Bauchi in week 11 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match played at the Sani Abacha...

The South West and the reforms in the Mining Sector

Being an address by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake at the South West Leaders Conference in Akure, Ondo State on Wednesday October 29, 2025 Protocols Today is historic in the annals of our crusade for a Nigeria that works...

Resource disputes between investors and states hit 10-year high

By Libby George LONDON (Reuters) -Disagreements between governments and investors over resources are at a 10-year high, law firm DLA Piper said, driven by resource nationalism and growing competition between the U.S. and China for critical...

CPC blacklist: 12 Nigerian governors, other officials may face US sanctions

Twelve northern governors, prominent traditional rulers, and senior judges are at the centre of a looming diplomatic storm as the United States Congress considers a bill that could impose far-reaching sanctions on them over alleged complicity in...

world Nigeria says US help against Islamist insurgents must respect its sovereignty

ABUJA — Nigeria said on Sunday (Nov 2) it would welcome US help in fighting Islamist insurgents as long as its territorial integrity is respected, responding to threats of military action by President Donald Trump over what he said was the ill...

CUPP lauds Tinubu’s road infrastructure projects, calls for consistency

(NAN)The Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP) has commended President Bola Tinubu’s administration for his impressive road infrastructure projects across the country. Its National Spokesperson, Mark Adebayo, said this in a statement on...

Genocide Accusations: US May Sanction 12 Governors

Twelve northern governors, prominent traditional rulers, and senior judges are at the centre of a looming diplomatic storm as the United States Congress considers a bill that could impose far-reaching sanctions on them over alleged complicity in...