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Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding Across Lagos, Strands Commuters, Disrupts Businesses
A heavy downpour brought Lagos to a standstill as widespread flooding submerged roads, stranded commuters, disrupted businesses, and reignited concerns over the city's persistent drainage challenges. As residents counted their losses, calls grew louder for lasting solutions to the annual flooding crisis.Â
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OGOCHUKWU MAGDALENE OBIANigeria's sweeping NYSC reforms promise better skills and placements, but do they solve today's biggest problems — security, kidnappings, unsafe travel and unemployment?
The 2018 Imlil campsite murders in Morocco saw two Scandinavian hikers killed in an ISIS-inspired attack that shocked the world and reshaped terrorism investigations.
Business
Nigeria Sets October Date For A Digital Postcode Plan After Being Proposed First in 2009
Nigeria's digital postcode system launches in October, 17 years after it was first proposed under Yar'Adua in 2009. What is being changed?
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OWOBU MAUREEN
The Diaspora Has the Money, Lagos Has the Land. So Why Is the Deal Still Broken?
The third instalment of The Lagos Real Estate Truth Files examines why billions of dollars in diaspora capital keep flowing into Nigerian real estate, and why so much of it keeps being lost.ZealNews Editorial
Tether Stuns Crypto World: Gold-Backed Loans Partnership Revealed!
Tether, the largest stablecoin issuer, has partnered with crypto lending platform Ledn to allow Tether Gold (XAUT) holders to use their tokenized gold as loan collateral. This move, confirmed by CEO Paulo Ardoino, aims to boost XAUT's utility and adoption by providing enhanced lending solutions without selling assets, further expanding the Tether ecosystem.David Isong
Crisis Averted? Ripple USD Sees Shocking Zero Burn Amidst Uncertainty!
Ripple's stablecoin, RLUSD, has experienced a rare day with zero burns recorded, while its circulating supply stands at $1.56 billion. The XRP Ledger has notably surpassed Ethereum as the primary host for RLUSD supply, driven by stable demand and customer redemptions on Ethereum. Furthermore, RLUSD recently achieved a significant milestone by gaining approval from Japan's financial regulator, allowing its use in one of Asia's most regulated crypto markets.David Isong
ProvidusUnity Bank Is Live: Why This Merger Matters for Nigeria's Financial System
ProvidusUnity Bank has officially launched following the Providus Bank and Unity Bank merger. Here's why the deal could reshape Nigeria's banking sector and financial stability.Zainab Bakare
Technology
Why Africa's Biggest Telecom Companies Should Pay Attention to Huawei's Latest AI Framework
Huawei's latest AI framework offers African telecom giants like MTN, Airtel and Orange a roadmap to reduce customer churn, improve contact centers and accelerate AI-driven digital transformation.
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ZAINAB BAKAREAI Movie Mayhem: OpenAI's 'Artificial' Finds Lifeline with Neon After Amazon Snub!
Neon has acquired "Artificial," Luca Guadagnino's highly anticipated film about Sam Altman and OpenAI, after Amazon MGM Studios dropped the project. Starring Andrew Garfield, the film is set for release this year and aims to contend in the upcoming Oscar race. This move highlights Neon's commitment to ambitious cinema and its strong awards-season presence.Uche Emeka
WhatsApp Boosts Privacy: Usernames Replace Phone Numbers in Major Update!
WhatsApp is rolling out a major privacy update, allowing its over 3 billion users to reserve unique usernames and connect without sharing phone numbers. This feature addresses long-standing privacy concerns, bringing WhatsApp in line with other messaging apps. Despite a recent paid subscription for personalization features, core messaging and the new username option remain completely free.Uche Emeka
Multichoice Stuns Subscribers: DStv and GOtv Prices Skyrocket by 21%!
MultiChoice, the parent company of DStv and GOtv, is set to increase subscription prices across its packages starting March 2025, attributing the move to Nigeria's challenging economic environment and rising operational costs. This decision has drawn criticism from subscribers and mirrors similar price adjustments observed in the telecom sector, including hikes from Airtel and a controversial reversal by MTN on a data plan increase.Uche Emeka
AI-Powered Romance Scams: Global Criminals Fleece Victims in Days Using US Tech
An investigation reveals how American AI and internet infrastructure, including Starlink, are fueling industrial-scale scam operations in Myanmar, leading to massive financial losses and human trafficking. Despite warnings and crackdowns, US tech companies face scrutiny for their role and lack of incentives to proactively combat the widespread abuse.Uche Emeka
Discovery
8 Ways You Contributed To The Lagos Floods Crisis
Lagos floods every rainy season, and the government isn't the only one responsible. Read about the 8 everyday habits quietly making the crisis worse.
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ZEALNEWS EDITORIAL
FG To Seek Compensation For Returning Nigerians From South Africa
Following anti-immigrant protests in South Africa, Nigeria is seeking compensation for citizens who lost businesses and property. The move highlights concerns over migrant safety, justice, and xenophobia.Ogochukwu Magdalene Obia
Olodo Uprising: Is Peller Really the Problem or Are Nigerians Just Refusing to Look in the Mirror?
The Olodo Uprising is real, but the olodo in this story is not Peller. It is every version of governance that watched its own social contract collapse and responded by finding someone else to blame. So who should we blame?Owobu Maureen
Strength and Strategy: How the Kingdom of Benin Engineered a City Before Its Time
Long before colonialism, Benin City was a marvel of urban planning, technology, and governance. Discover how this ancient African city shaped modern urbanism and why its legacy still matters today.PRECIOUS O. UNUSERE
OPINION: Good Girl Syndrome — The Silent Killer of African Women’s Ambition
“Good Girl Syndrome” is silently stifling the ambitions of African women. Do cultural norms really reward obedience over brilliance? It’s time for women to choose freedom over approval.PRECIOUS O. UNUSERE
Opinion
You Are What You Post/Repost
Social media is an extension of your identity, and every post, repost, and like adds another piece to the story people tell about you.Â
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Almajiri Activism: When Advocating for the Poor Becomes a Business Model
Nigeria has produced a new kind of activist. They trend every week, raise millions in the name of the broken and the forgotten, and live very comfortably while doing it. The cause is not a lie, but the cause is also not the point.Owobu Maureen
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
Opinion: The Dangerous Binary of Modern Narcissist Theory
Can Empaths Be Narcissists and what type of narcissistic behaviors exists?Ibukun Oluwa
Lifestyle
Food is Medicine: Natural Foods That Support Long-Term Health
What if some of the most powerful medicines were already in your kitchen? The healing power of nature's finest foods can strengthen your body, boost immunity, and promote lasting health through simple daily choices.Â
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Air Tanzania Expands International Network With Daily Mumbai Flights and New Seychelles Route
Air Tanzania launches daily Mumbai flights and expands to Seychelles as it strengthens international connectivity and targets 47 destinations.Precious Eseaye
Cape Town Soars: Crowned World's Most Beautiful City for 2026, Boosting African Tourism
Cape Town has been crowned the world's most beautiful city for 2026 by Time Out, based on an overwhelming 86% endorsement from its own residents. This recognition highlights the city's unique blend of dramatic natural scenery, diverse experiences, and a vibrant cultural scene, offering a significant marketing advantage for African travel businesses.Precious Eseaye
From Waist Trainers to Ozempic: The Body Standard Race
From waist trainers to Ozempic, the quest for the “perfect” body keeps evolving—but at what cost? Explore how social media, celebrity trends, and a billion-dollar industry fuel the never-ending body standard arms race.zainab bakare
Unplug and Connect: Creative Activities to Strengthen Family Bonds
Unplug and connect with your family! See creative, screen-free activities that strengthen bonds, improve communication, and create lasting memories for parents and kids.Adedoyin Oluwadarasimi
Entertainment
The Second Half of 2026 Is Stacked: 10 Movies to Clear Your Calendar For
Discover the 10 biggest movies coming in the second half of 2026, from Hollywood blockbusters to Nollywood's The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives.Â
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How Asherkine Became Nigeria's Most Loved Street Content Creator
Discover how Asherkine became Nigeria's most loved street content creator, from viral acts of kindness and philanthropy to brand deals, personal tragedy, and his impact on digital content.Zainab Bakare
Temi Dawodu, the Growth Strategist Helping Amazon's Biggest Brands Generate Millions in Revenue
She mastered business in Nigeria's toughest markets. Now she's helping Amazon's biggest brands generate millions in revenue. Meet Temi Dawodu.Owobu Maureen
Kelvin Doe: The Self-Taught Innovator Who Only Not Lit Up His Community But Also Inspire Young Teens
What if a teenage boy with no engineering degree, no laboratory, and only a pile of scrap metal could bring electricity to his community? Read the extraordinary story of Kelvin Doe, the self-taught innovator from Sierra Leone who turned curiosity into invention and proved that greatness can rise from the most unexpected places.Ogochukwu Magdalene Obia
America's First Major UFO Sighting: The Inside Story
The modern fascination with UFOs largely traces back to Kenneth Arnold's pivotal 1947 sighting, though inexplicable aerial phenomena have been recorded since ancient times. This event ignited a national craze, spurred military investigations, and shaped ongoing discussions about unidentified flying objects and potential extraterrestrial life. The incident also inadvertently led to the popularization of the term "flying saucer."Precious Eseaye