Burkina Faso Eliminates Visa Fees for All African Travelers in Landmark Move

Burkina Faso Eliminates Visa Fees for All African Travelers in Landmark Move

In a significant step toward African integration, the government of Burkina Faso has announced the immediate removal of visa fees for all African nationals. This decisive policy shift aims to strengthen Pan-African solidarity and dramatically promote the free movement of people across the continent. The announcement, made public following a cabinet meeting, positions Burkina Faso

Kenneth Okonkwo Explains Peter Obi’s One-Term Presidency Pledge

Kenneth Okonkwo Explains Peter Obi's One-Term Presidency Pledge

Former Labour Party chieftain and prominent member of the opposition, Kenneth Okonkwo, has provided a detailed analysis of Peter Obi’s pledge to serve only a single term if elected president. According to Okonkwo, this commitment was a strategic political maneuver designed to secure crucial support from Nigeria’s northern region. Okonkwo made these statements during a

Nigerian Content Creator Peller Announces Plans for Fatherhood Following House Purchase

Nigerian Content Creator Peller Announces Plans for Fatherhood Following House Purchase

Nigerian social media content creator Peller has sparked a wave of reactions online after publicly declaring his next major life goal: to start a family with his girlfriend, Jarvis. This announcement comes hot on the heels of a significant personal milestone—the purchase of his first house. In a video that has since gone viral across

American Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Murder of Nigerian Boxing Champion

American Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Murder of Nigerian Boxing Champion

In a case that drew significant attention from both the sports and local communities, 37-year-old Nicholas Giroux has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of promising Nigerian-American boxer, Isaiah Olugbemi. The sentencing, delivered by Anne Arundel County Circuit Court Judge Richard Trunnell on August 29, 2025, brings a solemn conclusion to a

Federal Government Vows to Keep Universities Open Amid ASUU Dispute

Federal Government Vows to Keep Universities Open Amid ASUU Dispute

The Federal Government has issued a firm assurance to students and parents across Nigeria: universities will remain open and academic activities will continue uninterrupted, despite ongoing protests by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). This declaration aims to prevent a repeat of the lengthy academic disruptions that have plagued the nation’s public university system

Son of Equatorial Guinea’s President Sentenced for Illegally Selling State-Owned Aircraft

Son of Equatorial Guinea's President Sentenced for Illegally Selling State-Owned Aircraft

A court in Equatorial Guinea has delivered a significant verdict, sentencing Ruslan Obiang Nsue, the son of long-serving President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, to a six-year prison term. The conviction stems from his involvement in the illegal sale of an airplane owned by the national, state-operated airline. The ruling highlights the ongoing issues of corruption

Oyo State Governor Makinde Begins One-Month Leave, Deputy Governor Lawal Assumes Duty as Acting Governor

Oyo State Governor Makinde Begins One-Month Leave, Deputy Governor Lawal Assumes Duty as Acting Governor

IBADAN, NIGERIA – August 27, 2025 – In a move underscoring a commitment to constitutional order and seamless governance, the Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency Seyi Makinde, will commence a scheduled one-month leave beginning this Friday, August 29, 2025. The governor has formally handed over the reins of power to his deputy, Barrister Bayo

Peter Obi Condemns ₦142 Billion Bus Terminal Project, Labels It “Misplaced Priority”

Peter Obi Condemns ₦142 Billion Bus Terminal Project, Labels It "Misplaced Priority"

In a scathing critique of the Federal Government’s recent spending decision, Mr. Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has vehemently opposed the approval of ₦142 billion for the construction of modern bus terminals. Obi characterized the massive expenditure as a glaring example of poor leadership and a fundamental misallocation of Nigeria’s