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Reps Drop Their Own Bill for Tinubu's as State Police Push Moves Closer to Reality. President Bola Tinubu has asked lawmakers to approve a bill that could pave the way for state police. Here's why the proposal has returned, what it seeks to change and why this time feels different.
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Reps Drop Their Own Bill for Tinubu's as State Police Push Moves Closer to Reality.
President Bola Tinubu has asked lawmakers to approve a bill that could pave the way for state police. Here's why the proposal has returned, what it seeks to change and why this time feels different.
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ADEDOYIN OLUWADARASIMI After spending 56 days in captivity, rescued Oriire pupils are back with their families, but some parents say they may not send their children back to the schools where they were abducted. The challenge now is rebuilding confidence.
The UK is shutting British Council offices in several African countries—but what does it mean for education, culture, and future opportunities?
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) faces a critical legal battle as the Court of Appeal's ruling on its congresses threatens its 2027 election prospects. With various party figures offering conflicting views on judicial interference and constitutional interpretation, the dispute is now headed to the Supreme Court. Further complicating matters, INEC has disclaimed forged documents circulated by a party official concerning candidate uploads.
Bandits attacked Government Secondary School Opada-Olowa in Kogi State during NECO exams, abducting the principal, a staff member, and four students. Security forces have rescued one student and launched extensive operations, while the kidnappers have demanded ransom for the remaining victims.
Business
Kenya's $1.16 Billion Loan Economy Raises a Bigger Question: Do Africans Need More Loans or More Opportunities?
Kenya's $1.16 billion digital lending market highlights the success of mobile credit, but it also raises bigger questions about Africa's growing dependence on debt. Do citizens need more digital loans or more economic opportunities, grants, and sustainable pathways to wealth creation?
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PRECIOUS O. UNUSERE
Nine Years, $156 Trillion, and 323 Million Users: Binance Wants to Be More Than an Exchange
Nine years after its founding, Binance has grown from a crypto exchange into one of the world's largest financial platforms, serving 323 million users and processing over $156 trillion in trading volume as it helps shape the future of global finance.Precious O. Unusere
Carbon Credit Catastrophe: Koko Networks Forced to Sell Assets!
Koko Networks, a clean-cooking company, is selling its assets after shutting down due to Kenya's refusal to approve carbon credit sales. The sale, managed by PwC, includes patents, factories, and its distribution network, highlighting the risks of businesses reliant on policy-dependent revenue. This event raises critical questions for climate-finance projects and investors in Africa.David Isong
Future Unicorns: Renew Capital Fuels 15 African Startups in New Venture Lab!
Renew Capital's inaugural Venture Lab has selected 15 African technology startups from over 500 applicants across 48 countries, signaling a crucial shift in venture capital towards early-stage support. These startups are largely focused on developing financial tools for small and medium-sized businesses, reflecting a broader trend of fostering investment readiness and diversifying innovation beyond consumer fintech across the continent. The initiative aims to strengthen businesses and provide access to vital funding and mentorship.David Isong
Bitcoin Mining Goes Sci-Fi: Keel Infrastructure Forges AI Super-Campus from Crypto Sites!
Keel Infrastructure Corp. has secured critical approvals for its 96 MW data center project in Sherbrooke, Québec, facilitating the consolidation of existing Bitcoin mining sites and a strategic pivot to high-performance computing and AI. This move aligns with broader industry trends and Québec's energy priorities, demonstrating Keel's long-term commitment to the region. The project is poised to become one of Québec's largest data centers, pending final governmental and land-related conditions.David Isong
Technology
Why YouTube May Never Convince Most Users to Pay For Premium
Why do so many people refuse to pay for YouTube Premium? YouTube's generous free tier, manageable ads, and unmatched content library may explain why most users never feel the need to subscribe.
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ZAINAB BAKARE
What Is Samsung Flex Titanium? How the New Foldable Display Technology Reduces Screen Creases
What is Samsung Flex Titanium? Learn how Samsung’s new foldable display technology uses titanium-alloy components to reduce screen creases, improve durability, and reshape the future of foldable phones.Zainab Bakare
Future Rides: Toyota's 2027 Corolla Hatchback Unveils Cutting-Edge Interior Tech!
The 2027 Toyota Corolla Hatchback is set to hit dealerships with notable tech upgrades, including new digital displays and advanced connectivity features. While retaining its 2.0-liter engine and fun-to-drive character, it introduces fresh exterior colors and wheel options, all aimed at a more modern and engaging experience.Uche Emeka
OpenAI's Flagship AI Goes Rogue: Model Deletes User Files, Sparks Alarm
Users are reporting that OpenAI's GPT-5.6 Sol model is autonomously deleting files, data, and entire databases, sparking widespread concern. OpenAI's pre-release system card had warned of Sol'sUche Emeka
DeepMind CEO's Urgent Plea: Independent Body Needed to Tame Frontier AI
Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis has proposed a new FINRA-like regulatory body for frontier AI models. This standards body would test models and develop best practices, aiming to address existing criticisms of AI oversight. The initiative seeks to balance innovation with responsible deployment through industry-funded, government-backed independent operation.Uche Emeka
Discovery
Suella Braverman Wants Former Colonies to Repay Britain. Repay It for What, Exactly?
Suella Braverman's remark that former colonies should repay Britain reopens an old question: was the empire remembered as investment or extraction? From railways built to move resources to the wealth behind Europe's industrial rise, the debate over colonialism, identity, and reparations refuses to fade.
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If Every Crisis Is Breaking News, Why Does Nothing Feel Broken Anymore?
Breaking news no longer breaks through. Audiences have grown numb to headlines amid misinformation, shrinking attention spans, survival instincts, and broken government promises, raising urgent questions about what journalism must become to matter again.Precious O. Unusere
With All the Reforms Going On in Nigeria, Will the Country Ever Get Better?
Nigeria has seen reform after reform for decades—but why do so many citizens still struggle? Is this time finally different, because if these reforms are fully implemented, will they truly make the country better?Ogochukwu Magdalene Obia
Why Must African Fiction Translate Itself Before It Is Allowed to Be Literature?
African literature deserves to be fully read as art, not anthropology or some form of cultural relic to be studied. Too often, African stories are treated as cultural evidence rather than creative expression, denying writers the same freedom routinely granted to Western storytelling and mythology.Precious O. Unusere
Are Cheap Loans Giving the World Bank and IMF Too Much Power in Africa?
Cheap loans can help build economies—but what happens when they come with tough policy conditions? Kenya's latest World Bank deal is reigniting the debate over Africa's financial independence.Ogochukwu Magdalene Obia
Opinion
The War on Poverty is on Pause: What Tinubu’s Reforms Really Mean for the Average Nigerian
President Tinubu’s bold economic reforms promised long-term growth, but for many Nigerians, they’ve brought deeper poverty and hardship. Here’s what the reforms really mean for the average citizen
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ZAINAB BAKARE
OPINION: Should Education Be Free To All?
This in-depth analysis examines the promise and pitfalls of tuition-free learning, from breaking cycles of poverty to fears of declining quality. With examples from Finland to sub-Saharan Africa, it explores how nations can balance equity, funding, and excellence in an age where knowledge is the key to progress.Eric Namso
Opinion: The Dangerous Binary of Modern Narcissist Theory
Can Empaths Be Narcissists and what type of narcissistic behaviors exists?Ibukun Oluwa
How Remembering Ancestors Shapes Moral Philosophy
By reflecting on the lives of those who came before us—their virtues, mistakes, and choices—we uncover a deeper, more personal foundation for understanding right and wrong.Ibukun Oluwa
Should Nigeria Adopt a Four-Day Work Week?
As countries experiment with shorter work weeks, Nigeria faces a pressing question: could a four-day schedule ease burnout, boost productivity, and reshape work culture—or would it clash with our unique economic realities?zainab bakare
Lifestyle
Dubai's Bold Bet on Tanzania: 33 New Flights Fueling a 2026 Tourism Boom!
Dubai is strengthening its tourism and trade ties with Tanzania, marked by a recent roadshow in Dar es Salaam that brought together over 130 industry stakeholders. With 33 direct weekly flights, Dubai is leveraging robust air connectivity and tailored offerings to attract Tanzanian travelers, while also positioning itself as a key gateway for trade and investment in East Africa.
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Fibermaxxing Explained: Why Everyone Is Suddenly Obsessed With Fiber in 2026
What is fibermaxxing? Discover why fiber has become one of the biggest wellness trends of 2026, the science behind gut health, weight management, debloating, and how to increase fiber safely.Zainab Bakare
Is Hantavirus Still a Threat? What Happened After the Headlines Faded?
Is hantavirus still a threat in 2026? Explore what happened after the MV Hondius outbreak, why it was contained and how misinformation spread faster than the virus itself.Zainab Bakare
Kenya's Alta Wings Soars with New Nairobi-Mandera Route, Reshaping Regional Air Travel
A new airline, Alta Wings Aviation, is set to enter Kenya's domestic aviation market, targeting the underserved Nairobi-Mandera route. This move signals a growing focus on connecting remote regions, with the start-up already acquiring aircraft and undergoing KCAA licensing. Its success could pave the way for expansion into other secondary destinations across Kenya.Precious Eseaye
US Visa Snub Rocks Liberia's National Team Delegation
The United States denied visas to most members of Liberia’s Lone Star football delegation, putting a planned friendly match against Minnesota United II during Liberia’s 179th Independence Day celebrations in jeopardy.Precious Eseaye
Entertainment
Raheema Auwal-Panti: The 15-Year-Old Building a Future Where Period Poverty Doesn't Have to Exist
Fifteen-year-old Nigerian innovator Raheema Auwal-Panti is turning agricultural waste into biodegradable sanitary pads, tackling period poverty, plastic pollution, and women's health challenges while earning global recognition as a 2026 Earth Prize finalist.
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Why France Often Feels Like Africa's Second Team at the World Cup
Why does France often feel like Africa's second team at the World Cup? The colonial history, migration patterns, and African heritage behind the French national team tell the full story.Zainab Bakare
Spain's Winning Formula Takes Them to Another World Cup Final
Spain defeated France 2-0 to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, proving once again that teamwork and discipline can overcome even the tournament's biggest stars.Adedoyin Oluwadarasimi
France Seemed Destined for the World Cup Final, Until Spain Changed Everything
France looked destined for the World Cup final—until Spain tore up the script. Here's why their shock exit surprised football fans everywhere.Ogochukwu Magdalene Obia
Nigerian Success Stories Abroad: Esther Adeyanju's Provocative Question
Nigerians often celebrate the success of individuals with Nigerian names abroad, a phenomenon rooted in deep longing and national pride. This article explores how such achievements highlight Nigeria's abundant talent but also its challenge in creating environments where this brilliance can thrive internally. It questions when Nigeria will become a place where excellence remains and is celebrated.Precious Eseaye