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Kaduna Politics 2027: Who holds the winning hand ahead of the next contests?

As political activities quietly gather pace ahead of the 2027 general election, Kaduna State is emerging as one…

Winter Moves — Sadiq, Aribo, Victor Moses… Nigerian footballers reshaping clubs mid-season

The winter transfer window offered Nigerian footballers a sharp reversal of fortunes after a turbulent summer marked by…

PUBLIC HEALTH BRIEFING: What to know about the Nipah virus outbreak reported in India

Recent reports of a rare but highly dangerous virus, known as the Nipah virus, have drawn widespread attention…

AFRICA IN JANUARY: Climate disasters, coups, and elections

Southern Africa opened 2026 on a grim note as widespread flash floods claimed over 300 lives and affected…

TRANSPARENCY IN QUESTION: What’s behind the delay in January FAAC allocations?

The communique from the January meeting of the federation account allocation committee has yet to be released, eight…

FROM BETS TO BEYOND: The rise of online platforms as entertainment destinations

Online betting platforms have steadily shifted from basic wagering services into broader digital entertainment spaces, reflecting wider changes…

TRANSFER WATCH: Nigerian players chase last-minute deals as January window edges towards closure

The January 2025 transfer window is entering its final days, with several Nigerian footballers already securing new clubs…

RANKINGS: How Nigerian creators filled Africa’s top 10 streaming chart in 2026

Nigerian digital creators emerged as the dominant force in Africa’s live-streaming landscape in 2026, occupying the majority of…

EXPLAINER: What to know ahead of the 2026 Lagos city marathon

Organisers of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon have issued comprehensive race-day guidelines ahead of the 2026 edition,…

PRESSURE TEST: Arsenal and the Premier League title chase: Coping with rising expectations

Arsenal enter the decisive phase of the Premier League season leading the table, advancing in Europe, and remaining…

Oyo 2027 and the Oriyomi Hamzat question: Public voice or personal platform

As Oyo State gradually edges towards the 2027 governorship election, public attention has increasingly settled on the political…

Rethinking Kingship in Oyo: Alaafin Owoade and the call for renewal

For centuries, the old Oyo empire occupied a central place in the political history of Yorubaland, exercising authority…

Defiance and discipline: Senate flashpoints shaping Akpabio’s leadership era

Repeated confrontations between the senate president, Godswill Akpabio, and fellow senators have drawn national attention to leadership tensions…

From Senate to statehouse: Senators positioning for 2027 governorship races

The race for the governorship tickets ahead of the 2027 general election is gradually intensifying as several serving…

EXPLAINER: How digital public systems are shaping daily life in Nigeria

What linking a SIM card, opening a bank account and registering for examinations share in Nigeria is the…