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Why Nigerians Are Brilliant at Making Money, and Still Getting Real Estate WrongThe second instalment of The Lagos Real Estate Truth Files looks at the decisions behind the deficit, and what separates property owners from wealth builders. You hired the lawyer, you did the paperwork, and you still got burned. What's the one step Lagos buyers keep skipping?
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June 12 and the Mandate That Never Was: MKO Abiola, IBB's Confession and Nigeria's Dying Democracy
June 12 1993: MKO Abiola won Nigeria's freest election, then the military annulled it. The full history, IBB's 2025 confession and why Nigerian voter turnout has hit historic lows.
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ZAINAB BAKAREAs Nigeria marks Democracy Day 2026, debate grows over a proposed six-year single tenure for presidents and governors. Explore Nigeria's democratic history and African case studies from Ghana, Botswana, Rwanda, and Uganda.
Nigeria is advancing toward significant democratic reforms and a restructured security architecture, spurred by calls from state governors and legislators. The June 12 commemoration in Ondo State underscored the need for electoral integrity and robust security, while the National Assembly progresses a constitutional amendment for state police, aiming to decentralize policing and tackle pervasive insecurity with comprehensive safeguards.
Nigeria's Democracy Day on June 12 commemorates the annulled 1993 election, a symbol of democratic aspirations yet a reminder of persistent national challenges. While President Tinubu outlines reforms and honors pro-democracy heroes, civil society and opposition figures highlight ongoing struggles with poverty, insecurity, and threats to civic freedoms, emphasizing that the ideals of June 12 are still largely unrealized.
Business
The Hustle Economy: Productivity or Modern Survivalism?
From side gigs to personal brands, the hustle economy has become a way of life. Yet beneath the motivational slogans lies a troubling question: why is one income no longer enough?
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Shell Is Going to Trial, But Who Is Going to Bring Back the Lives They "Drilled" Away?
For nearly seventy years, the Niger Delta powered Nigeria's economy and generated billions in oil wealth. Yet communities closest to the oil continue to battle pollution, contaminated water, failing livelihoods, and a public health crisis. As Shell faces a landmark trial in 2027, what are the human cost of Nigeria's petroleum prosperity?Owobu Maureen
Can A Nation Be Rich Without Its Citizens Being Wealthy?
Nigeria and several African nations report rising GDP figures while poverty deepens.What are the hidden architecture of national wealth divorced from citizen wellbeing, and asks who really benefits?Owobu Maureen
How Africa’s Tech-Savvy Youth Are Transforming the Job Market Through Remote Work
Africa’s youth are leading a remote work boom, reshaping job markets with tech skills and innovation. Here’s how they’re building a digital-first future.Adedoyin Oluwadarasimi
SBF's Last Stand Crumbles: FTX Fraud Conviction Upheld on Appeal
A federal appeals court has upheld Sam Bankman-Fried's fraud conviction and 25-year prison sentence, rejecting all arguments from his legal team. This ruling solidifies the legal consequences of FTX's $8 billion collapse, which involved the misappropriation of customer funds and extensive testimony from former executives. The decision closes a major chapter in one of the cryptocurrency industry's most significant financial fraud cases, despite Bankman-Fried's continued claims of innocence.David Isong
Technology
Talksign Built an AI That Understands Sign Language Like a Real Person Does
Nigerian-UK startup, Talksign has launched Palm 1.0 and Echo 1.0, AI models that translate sign language into speech and text in real time.
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Anthropic's Shock Move Sparks India's AI Future Debate
Anthropic's suspension of AI model access for foreign nationals, driven by a U.S. government directive, has sparked a critical debate in India over its reliance on foreign AI technologies. This incident underscores India's technological dependence and highlights urgent calls for developing sovereign AI capabilities and a robust national strategy to avoid geopolitical vulnerability.Uche Emeka
OpenAI Faces Legal Firestorm Amid IPO Buzz
OpenAI has received a subpoena from several states regarding user safety of its ChatGPT chatbot, coinciding with its preparations for an initial public offering. This probe highlights broader concerns within the AI industry, including criticisms against ChatGPT's content and the regulatory scrutiny faced by other AI companies like SpaceX's Grok and Anthropic.Uche Emeka
OpenAI Under Fire: State Attorneys General Launch Probe
OpenAI is under investigation by a coalition of state attorneys general, with New York issuing a subpoena for documents related to advertising, user data, and minor protection. This adds to existing lawsuits concerning copyright and AI safety, even as OpenAI confidentially files to go public.Uche Emeka
Don't Miss Out! Lagos Digital Summit 2021 Headlines This Week's Must-Attend Tech Events
Lagos, Nigeria, is set to host a vibrant week of tech and digital events from November 22-27, 2021. Highlights include the Lagos Digital Summit, Drive Conference, Pcgetz Annual Dinner, and the Lekki Digital Marketing & IT Event, all offering free access to insights on digital media, creative tech communication, and IT skill development.Uche Emeka
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Why Nigerians Are Brilliant at Making Money, and Still Getting Real Estate Wrong
The second instalment of The Lagos Real Estate Truth Files looks at the decisions behind the deficit, and what separates property owners from wealth builders. You hired the lawyer, you did the paperwork, and you still got burned. What's the one step Lagos buyers keep skipping?
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ZEALNEWS EDITORIAL
"Unlimited Mobile Data Doesn't Exist Anywhere in the World": So Why Is It Still Being Sold?Â
MTN Nigeria CEO Karl Toriola's claim that unlimited mobile data does not exist raises broader questions about telecom economics, marketing language, infrastructure limits, and why "unlimited" continues to shape consumer expectations despite structural constraints.Precious O. Unusere
10 Items You Cannot Bring Into the United States
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Strength and Strategy: How the Kingdom of Benin Engineered a City Before Its Time
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Tribalism in Nigeria: Should We Divide the Country or Stay as One?
Nigeria’s greatest strength is also its biggest challenge—diversity. As tribalism fuels division and debate over unity grows louder, the real question is not whether Nigeria should split or stay together, but whether it can finally rise above ethnic differences and build fairness, trust, and true national identity.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
Ojude Oba Festival 2026: Should It Have Been Cancelled After the Oyo School Kidnappings?
Ojude Oba 2026 continued as 46 kidnapped Nigerians remained in the forest. Here's why cancellation was never simple and why the officials who attended owed the country more than silence.Zainab Bakare
Most of Your Opinions Aren't Really Yours, And You Might Not Think as Independently as You Think
Most people believe they think independently, but many opinions are shaped by culture, religion, politics, and social conditioning. A closer look at Hilary Lawson’s idea of “dead closures” and how borrowed thinking shapes everyday life.Adedoyin Oluwadarasimi
This Is What a Nation Looks Like When It Outsources Itself to God
In Nigeria, faith has become a substitute for civic life — where prayer replaces voting and piety excuses political absence.ÂZainab Bakare
Is Modern Feminism Becoming the Very Thing It Used to Fight?
Feminism started with the simple aim of expanding equality and opportunity for women, but growing debates around extreme feminism are raising questions about whether parts of the movement are beginning to mirror the exclusion and intolerance they originally opposed.ÂPrecious O. Unusere
Lifestyle
Kenya's Compassion: Government Compensates Utumishi Girls Fire Victims
A dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy tragically killed 16 students and a parent, while hospitalizing many more. The government has pledged Sh200,000 compensation per bereaved family, fully covered medical expenses, and funeral arrangements. While one victim has been buried, the release of other bodies faces delays due to a planned joint requiem mass amidst ongoing investigations.
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The Hidden Signs of Adult ADHD You've Been Calling Laziness or Distraction
Think you're just lazy or easily distracted? These hidden signs of adult ADHD, from task paralysis and time blindness to rejection sensitive dysphoria, might explain more than you think.Zainab Bakare
Breaking the Cycle of OCD: Knowing the Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
OCD is more than being neat or organized—it’s a real mental health condition that can take over thoughts, emotions, and daily life. But with the right treatment and support, recovery is possible, and many people learn to regain control and live peacefully again.ÂOgochukwu Magdalene Obia
Your DNA Might Be Getting Damaged Because of Your Nail Appointments
That UV lamp at your nail salon may be doing more than curing your gel polish. Here is what research says about DNA damage, premature skin ageing and how to protect yourself without giving up your manicure.Zainab Bakare
Are Energy Drinks Doing More Harm Than Good?
Energy drinks promise instant energy and better performance, but behind the quick boost lies a growing concern about their hidden health risks. Are they really helping us stay productive—or slowly harming our health in the long run?Ogochukwu Magdalene Obia
Entertainment
The Continent Picked Mexico: Why Africans Are Rooting Against South Africa at World Cup 2026
As xenophobic attacks displace thousands of African migrants from South Africa, World Cup 2026 has given the continent an unlikely outlet and Mexico a million unexpected fans.
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Bruce Springsteen's Tribeca Confession: Legendary Duet with Patti Smith, Apology to Bono
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Seth Rogen Drops Bombshell: "No Plans" for Future Collaborations with James Franco
Seth Rogen has confirmed he hasn't spoken to James Franco in a "long time" and has "no plans" to work with him again, following sexual misconduct allegations against Franco. The announcement signifies the definitive end of their extensive collaborative history, which spanned over two decades in Hollywood. Franco also acknowledged the relationship's conclusion in a separate interview.Precious Eseaye
"Stop That Train" Producers Reveal Unique Take on "Silly Disaster Spoof"
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Mickey Guyton Electrifies NBA Finals with Stunning National Anthem
Country star Mickey Guyton performed the national anthem at the 2026 NBA Finals game between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks. The Texas native, known for her powerful vocals, delivered a memorable rendition inspired by a childhood experience watching LeAnn Rimes. Guyton also recently released her album "House on Fire" and performed at the Gracies Awards Gala.Precious Eseaye