The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Jesam Michael and his company, Afriq Arbiq Arbitrage System Limited, before Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on charges linked to a high-profile investment scam. Jesam and his firm are facing seven counts of obtaining by false pretence, unlicensed operations, and fraud. The EFCC alleges that between...

President Bola Tinubu has conferred one of Nigeria’s highest national honours—the Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (CFR)—on Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates. The award ceremony took place Tuesday in Lagos as part of Gates’ visit to Nigeria, where he is engaging with federal and state leaders on key initiatives, including strengthening the...

Nigerian music star Ayra Starr has just won the Best International Act at the BET Awards 2025, becoming the 5th African and 4th Nigerian artist to claim the prestigious title! This victory marks a huge milestone not just for her career, but for African music as a whole. 🌍Here’s a quick look at all African winners of this award: Davido (2018) 🇳🇬 Burna Boy (2019, 2020, 2021, 2023) 🇳🇬...

Nigeria has moved up to become the third most powerful military force on the African continent, according to the latest 2025 Global Firepower Index. The new ranking, published by Business Insider Africa and based on data from Global Firepower, places Nigeria ahead of South Africa, which now ranks fourth. Globally, Nigeria also improved its position, rising from 39th to 31st with a PowerIndex...

Former Manchester United striker Odion Ighalo has thrown his weight behind fellow Nigerian star Victor Osimhen, encouraging him to consider a blockbuster move to Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal, where a jaw-dropping £34 million-per-year deal is reportedly back on the table. With only 12 months left on his Napoli contract and a £64 million release clause, Osimhen is at a critical...