Support Africa’s War Against Resource Smuggling, Tinubu To UN
The President of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has asserted that African nations will no longer accept a situation in which human rights advocacy is used by wealthy and powerful nations to stop developing economies from dealing decisively with malign actors who illicitly siphon and smuggle out the continent’s vast mineral resources, while smuggling in western-made […]
Please Forgive Me, I Remain Loyal, Shaibu Begs Obaseki
Mr. Philip Shaibu who is the Deputy Governor of Edo State, has pleaded with Governor Godwin Obaseki for forgiveness ‘if there is any mistake he has made as human.’ Shaibu, who made the plea while speaking to journalists on Thursday, explained that the plea became necessary to ensure that the present administration finished well in […]
War Could Spill To Our Neighbours, Sudan Army Chief Warns
The de facto leader of Sudan has warned the United Nations that his country’s war could spill over into neighbouring African nations calling for urgent measures. In a speech, General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan also urged the international community to designate his opponents, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a terrorist group. Meanwhile, RSF leader Hamdan Dagalo […]
Davido, Falz, Zlatan Join Candlelight Procession For Mohbad
Nigerian musicians, David Adeleke popularly known as Davido, Falz and Zlatan Ibile were all part of the celebrities who joined the candlelight procession in honour of late Afrobeats star Mohbad in the Victoria Island area of Lagos on Saturday. The 27-year-old Ilerioluwa Aloba died in Lagos under controversial circumstances. Since his demise, Nigerians have been calling for […]
Nigeria Drop To 40th In FIFA Rankings Despite Sao Tome Win
In a rather surprising turn of events, the Super Eagles of Nigeria dropped a place in the latest FIFA men’s rankings for June despite a resounding victory in their last game of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and their only game since the last FIFA world rankings in June. Africa Today News, New […]
2023: How I Won Presidency — Tinubu
The President of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu has narrated to Nigerians resident in the United States that despite all obstacles thrown on his way, he refused to be stopped from becoming the President of Nigeria during the last elections. The ECOWAS who spoke in a Presidential Townhall Meeting with Nigerians in the Diaspora organised by the […]
Indefinite Strike Looms As NLC’s Ultimatum Expires Today
As the ultimatum by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), to the Federal Government to address the mass suffering and pains occasioned by the removal of subsidy on petrol expires today, the leadership of the Labour union has resolved to meet next week to decide when to begin an indefinite nationwide strike. Africa Today News, New […]
Zelensky Gets $325m in New US Aid Despite Republican Decline
During a quick visit to Washington on Thursday, President Volodymyr Zelensky focused on solidifying US support for Ukraine. He delivered an optimistic report on the war’s advancements but also faced new questions regarding the continuous flow of US financial aid that has sustained his troops in their fight against Russian forces for almost 19 months. […]
Impending Shutdown As Feuding Republicans Leave Town
With the looming threat of a US government shutdown in under 10 days, congressional Republicans have encountered their second unsuccessful spending push of the week. Kevin McCarthy, Speaker of the US House of Representatives, highlighted the disunity within his party, noting that there are those who are determined to set everything ablaze. Mr. McCarthy had […]
Currency In Circulation Hits ₦2.7 Trillion, CBN Reveals
Cash transactions on the rise have led to a substantial increase of ₦1.7 trillion in Nigeria’s currency in circulation. Reports from Africa Today News, New York, citing data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, disclosed that the currency in circulation had hit ₦2.7 trillion by the end of August. The apex bank’s naira redesign policy […]
World Leaders Must Acknowledge Nigeria’s Importance — Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu stressed that Nigeria’s weight in the global arena is undeniable, cautioning that neglecting the nation’s role could lead to dire outcomes internationally. He warned that global success hung in the balance if the optimistic visions advocated by numerous heads of state and governments at the United Nations General Assembly were not put […]
Peace Prevails In Kano As 24-Hour Curfew Is Adhered To
Throughout Thursday, Kano State remained quiet, as its residents cooperated with the government’s 24-hour curfew measures. The Kano State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal’s judgment has declared Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna, who served as the Deputy Governor, as the triumphant candidate of the All Progressives Congress in the March 2023 governorship election. Consequently, Abba Kabir Yusuf’s election […]