A fresh dispute over Peter Obi’s Anambra debt controversy has moved from claims about the state’s finances to a political challenge over his 2027 presidential campaign. The Anambra State Government says eight external loans linked to projects during or inherited by Obi’s administration had an outstanding balance of $92.35 million, equivalent to about ₦127.37 billion…
Australia has taken a major step in the growing debate over AI-generated music in Australia, with the country’s official music charts moving to exclude songs that are wholly or primarily created by artificial intelligence. The Australian Recording Industry Association, ARIA, has updated its chart rules so that fully AI-generated recordings will no longer qualify for…
Tensions remain elevated across the Middle East after the United States and Saudi Arabia announced a landmark civilian nuclear cooperation agreement, while regional leaders and analysts continue to warn that the deal could reshape the region’s security landscape. The agreement, signed this week, is designed to support Saudi Arabia’s civilian nuclear energy programme over the…
Nigeria’s Lassa fever outbreak has claimed 214 lives as health authorities report a rise in the disease’s fatality rate to 25 per cent. The Nigeria Center for Disease and Prevention (NCDC) said the increase reflects growing concern over the spread of the virus across the country. A fresh outbreak in Benue State has also claimed…
Fresh concerns over Nigeria’s security situation have emerged after a serving Nigerian Army officer, Colonel Abdussalam A. Ude, was shot dead during an attempted kidnapping at his residence in the Kurudu area of Abuja. The incident has renewed debate over the growing reach of kidnappers, even within the Federal Capital Territory. According to reports, the…
Governor Ademola Adeleke’s warning to President Bola Tinubu ahead of Osun’s August 15 governorship election shows how quickly the contest is becoming a test of confidence in Nigeria’s electoral system. Speaking at a campaign rally, Adeleke called on Tinubu to ensure the election is free and fair and warned against a repeat of the political…
By Izuchukwu Okosi South Africa’s hopes of reaching the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup went up in flames Sunday evening as they lost 1-0 to Co-hosts Canada in the first round of 32 games. The clash at the SoFi Stadium in California was the second time both nations will faceoff in…
President Masoud Pezeshkian is making a fresh diplomatic push as Iran pushes Muslim unity, while Qatar prepares to send its prime minister to Tehran in an attempt to restart talks between Iran and the United States. The two developments point to a wider shift in the conflict. While Tehran remains firmly opposed to US and…
Aston Villa have completed the signing of Alejandro Garnacho from Chelsea on a season-long loan, with the deal including a conditional obligation to buy that could become permanent if agreed appearance-related targets are met. The total package is expected to be worth around £40–50 million, matching Chelsea’s valuation of the Argentine winger. The 22-year-old joined…
Nigeria had a major night at the AFRIMMA 2026 awards, with Davido, Tems, BNXN and several other Nigerian entertainers taking home honours in Dallas, Texas. The ceremony returned on September 12 after a two-year break, with awards spread across 41 categories. Davido won Album of the Year for 5ive, while Tems was named Best Female…
