The Peering Advocacy and Advancement Centre in Africa (PAACA) has expressed concern over Nigeria's interpretation of "democracy dividends," urging the government to provide more substantial benefits to its citizens. Beyond Basic Infrastructure: PAACA emphasizes that achievements like road construction and salary payments should not be the sole indicators of democratic success. Call...

Man Utd Face Late Twist in Mbeumo Pursuit as Tottenham Enter Race Manchester United remain front-runners in the race to sign Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo, but a dramatic development involving Tottenham Hotspur could complicate the transfer. United recently increased their offer for the Cameroon international to over £60 million, with the deal reportedly structured as an initial £50m...

West Africa want Energy deals with Donald Trump but U.S. Entry Ban a Barrier’ ”We possess critical minerals and even rare earths. For instance, we are endowed with samarium used for military-grade magnets and nuclear reactor control rods found in Nigeria. We would like to do deals with the U.S., but visa restrictions are non-tariff barriers to deals. America’s ban would be...

Sixty-six parcels of loud—a potent strain of cannabis—camouflaged as green tea have been intercepted by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos. According to a statement signed by Femi Babafemi, NDLEA’s Director of Media and Advocacy, the operation was the result of credible intelligence...

Despite being declared wanted by security forces, notorious bandits leader Ado Aleru resurfaced publicly in Danmusa Local Government Area of Katsina State, where he led a so-called peace meeting attended by Nigerian Army personnel, community leaders, and factions of armed bandit groups. The meeting aimed to foster peaceful coexistence between Fulani herders and other local communities. Aleru,...