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Unveiling Austin Emaduku’s Colours of My Mind: A landscape of throbbing narrationsAustin Emaduku’s ‘Colours Of My Mind’ set to launch on the 25th of Augsut. What does the book reveal about Nigeria, the Niger Delta and the struggle over culture, power and identity?
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Unveiling Austin Emaduku’s Colours of My Mind: A landscape of throbbing narrations
Austin Emaduku’s ‘Colours Of My Mind’ set to launch on the 25th of Augsut. What does the book reveal about Nigeria, the Niger Delta and the struggle over culture, power and identity?
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ZEALNEWS EDITORIALNigeria keeps adding megawatts to the national grid, but electricity remains unreliable. Here’s why generation, transmission and distribution bottlenecks persist.
Youths in Kano State's Kiru local government area were filmed burning red caps associated with the Kwankwasiyya Movement, following Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso's support for Peter Obi. The Kwankwasiyya movement dismisses the incident as a staged act by political opponents, alleging hired participants and a desperate attempt to counter their growing popularity.
The Nigerian Federal Executive Council, led by President Bola Tinubu, has approved major initiatives to transform education, healthcare, and public sector accountability. Key directives include channeling recovered looted funds to the education loan scheme, revitalizing critical infrastructure like the National Library, and decriminalizing attempted suicide, alongside unprecedented investments in health facilities and a forensic audit of government payrolls to combat fraud.
An overnight Russian missile barrage on Kyiv tragically killed at least 12 and injured 33, causing widespread damage to homes, medical facilities, and educational institutions. Neighboring NATO countries like Poland and Romania responded with heightened security measures as Russia intensifies its ballistic attacks to deplete Ukraine's defenses, while Ukraine steps up counter-strikes on Russian targets.
Business
A Million Views Can Make You Famous in Africa, Yet It Might Not Make You Rich. Why Is This So?
A million views sounds like a payday, but for many African creators, this isn't the case. So where does the money actually go?
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OWOBU MAUREEN
The Side-Hustle Pandemic: Survival Disguised as Entrepreneurship
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Federal Government Launches ₦5 Million Funding Programme for Young Nigerian Entrepreneurs
Young Nigerian founders could get up to ₦5 million without giving up equity. Here’s how the new government-backed programme works and who can apply.Ogochukwu Magdalene Obia
EFCC Recovers $60 Million From Nestoil in Ongoing Debt Investigation
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Ethereum's AI Ascendancy: 20% Rally Fuels $2.2B Bitmine Boost as Tom Lee Calls Ether a Core AI Layer!
Bitmine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) saw its crypto reserves increase by $2.2 billion due to an Ethereum rally, holding nearly 4.8% of ETH's circulating supply. Despite an unrealized loss on its total investment, the company actively stakes ETH for income. Fundstrat co-founder Tom Lee predicts Ethereum will become the "digital oil" and operating system for the future AI economy.David Isong
Technology
Meta's Child Safety Lawsuit: Why African Parents Should Pay Attention
Meta's child safety lawsuit raises urgent questions for African parents about social media, child data, online predators and the risks facing young users.
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ZAINAB BAKARE
New Audi RS3 Dominates First Test: Five-Cylinder Powerhouse Shines
The 2026 Audi RS3, a compact performance sedan, maintains its blisteringly quick pace with a charismatic five-cylinder engine. Recent engineering refinements have dramatically improved its handling and dynamic capabilities, making it more entertaining to drive despite its inherent compromises regarding ride comfort and price.Uche Emeka
Stripe's OpenRouter Acquisition Sparks 'Singularity' Speculation
Stripe has acquired OpenRouter, an AI model-routing platform, for over $7.5 billion, marking a significant strategic move into the AI economy. The acquisition integrates OpenRouter's advanced model selection and routing capabilities with Stripe's token-based billing services, positioning Stripe at the center of capital flows and expense management in the rapidly expanding AI sector. This deal highlights the growing importance of managing vast AI token consumption for enterprise users and provides Stripe with crucial leverage in the evolving AI ecosystem.Uche Emeka
Future Luxury Unleashed: 2027 Genesis GV90 Redefines Automotive Opulence with Coach Doors!
Genesis unveils its first true flagship, the 2027 GV90, a luxury EV SUV with 657-hp and over 310 miles of range. The top-tier GV90 Neolun features revolutionary pillarless coach doors, swiveling lounge seats, and a lavish interior, aiming to disrupt the high-end luxury market with concept-car level features.Uche Emeka
Privacy Wars: OpenAI Escalates Battle with Anthropic!
OpenAI has introduced Private Safety Processing, a new privacy-centric system designed to monitor AI misuse across multiple sessions without retaining customer data. This approach contrasts sharply with rival Anthropic's data-retention policy for "covered models," where user data is kept for 30 days. The move highlights the intensifying corporate competition and the delicate balance between AI safety and user privacy.Uche Emeka
Discovery
Nigeria Wants Its Diaspora to Invest. What About Their Vote?
A 20-year push has produced bills, proposals and even an INEC “Very Urgent” call, but Nigerians living abroad are still shut out of the ballot.
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ADEDOYIN OLUWADARASIMI
The Age of Social Unplugging: Are We Rediscovering What Technology Took Away?
Young people are showing renewed interest in simpler technology, from MP3 players and flip phones to physical media and single-purpose devices. Is social minimalism a rejection of modern technology or simply a desire for less digital noise?Precious O. Unusere
What Does Your Alarm Actually Do to Your Brain Every Morning?
What does your alarm do to your brain every morning? Learn how sudden waking triggers stress, sleep inertia and cortisol, and whether natural waking is better.Zainab Bakare
Nigeria's First Goalkeeper: The Man They Called the "Black Magnet"
The history of Nigeria’s first goalkeeper, who sailed to Britain barefoot, became known as the “Black Magnet” and conceded just five goals in nine years.Adedoyin Oluwadarasimi
You’ve Been Singing “Steal Am Like Anini” in Ayra Starr’s Tornado, But Who Really Is Anini?
You’ve probably screamed the Anini line in Ayra Starr’s Tornado without knowing the wild history behind it. Meet Lawrence Anini, the 1980s outlaw who terrified Benin, embarrassed the police and became a Nigerian pop-culture legend nearly 40 years later.Owobu Maureen
Opinion
We Are Told Money Cannot Buy Happiness. Nobody Talks About What It Can Buy
Money may not buy happiness, but it can buy time, security, convenience, healthcare, education and choices. It can also determine what becomes possible when life gets difficult.
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PRECIOUS O. UNUSERE
Did Africa Inherit Its Sexism? How Colonialism Changed Our Relationship With Gender
Did Africa inherit some of its sexism through colonialism? How European languages, laws and institutions may have reshaped African attitudes toward gender.Zainab Bakare
Beds for Newlyweds, Streets for Almajiri Children: What Are Northern Governments Prioritising?
Kano’s N1.5bn mass wedding raises questions about northern governments’ priorities as Almajiri children remain out of school, on streets and vulnerable to poverty and insecurity.Zainab Bakare
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 citizenzainab 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
Lifestyle
The Untapped Tourism Economy Sitting Inside Nigeria
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Windhoek Airport Faces Jet Fuel Shortage, Raising Concerns Over Flight Disruptions
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Turbulence at SAA: Acting CEO Sent on Special Leave, New Leadership Takes the Helm
South African Airways is in a fresh leadership crisis after acting CEO Matshela Seshibe was placed on special leave, with Koekie Mbeki taking over. This marks the third CEO change in less than four months, highlighting ongoing governance challenges for the state-owned airline. The development raises concerns among stakeholders about SAA's stability and future direction.Precious Eseaye
Men's Health Doesn't Stop With Men: How Male Health Affects Partners and Children
Male fertility, age, diet and hygiene can affect partners, pregnancy and children. Here is why men's health is a family and reproductive health issue.Zainab Bakare
Alarming Mass Sardine Die-Off Poses New Threat to South African Penguins
Conservationists are gravely concerned about a mass sardine die-off along the Cape coastline, potentially caused by pilchard herpesvirus, and its severe impact on critically endangered African Penguins. Initial monitoring reveals weight loss in penguins at several breeding colonies, drawing parallels to similar devastating events in Australia. Researchers are cautiously investigating the full extent of the die-off while authorities develop a coordinated response plan.Precious Eseaye
Entertainment
4 Nigerian Creators Who Turned Social Media Fame Into Real Businesses, And How They Did It
What happens when followers stop being just numbers and start becoming customers? These four Nigerian creators are turning online influence into businesses built to last.
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Meet Tokunbo Adegoju: The Lagos Mechanic Diagnosing Cars Over the Radio
Tokunbo Adegoju once planned to become a doctor, but a childhood habit of fixing things led her into a male-dominated trade and eventually onto Lagos radio.Adedoyin Oluwadarasimi
Nigerian Football Crisis Deepens: NFF Under Fire, Faces Senate Summons and Resignation Demands
Nigerian football is in a deep crisis following a series of national team failures, prompting strong calls for leadership reform and accountability. Veteran journalist Arabinrin Aderonke has appealed against the return of former NFF president Amaju Pinnick, while the current NFF board under Ibrahim Gusau reportedly faces a government ultimatum to resign. The Senate Committee on Sports has also intervened, urging collaboration and adherence to legal frameworks to revitalize the sport.Uche Emeka
Hollywood Tragedy: Director Unveils Pre-Death Intervention Talks for Hayden Panettiere
Actress Hayden Panettiere has died at 36, with an investigation underway as her director, Griff Furst, shares insights into her struggles with addiction and a planned intervention that never occurred. Furst reflected on the challenges child actors face and Hollywood's systemic issues in supporting its stars, expressing his sorrow over her loss.Precious Eseaye
Golden Rocker Revelation: Weezer's Rivers Cuomo Shocks Late Night Audience in Gold Paint
Weezer's 'golden era' culminates with the release of 'The Gold Album,' their 16th studio effort. The band celebrated on 'The Tonight Show' with Rivers Cuomo's gold-themed performance and discussed the human element of their music. They will support the new album with 'Weezer: The Gathering' tour across North America.Precious Eseaye