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April 29, 2026

Nigeria: Defections, Power, and the Betrayal of the Nigerian Voter

As Nigeria inches toward the 2027 elections, a political culture of convenience, not conviction is steadily taking root across the country. Governors, Senators, House Of Reps, State Execs, Local Govt to Wards elected on the mandate of the people, are increasingly treating party affiliation as a personal wardrobe choice: something to change when it no... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Featured, Politics
April 28, 2026

7.5 Million Children in Central Sahel Need Urgent Aid  UNICEF Warns of Deepening Crisis

Conflict, displacement, and climate shocks are pushing millions of children across Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso into severe humanitarian distress, with access to education and basic services rapidly deteriorating.   By Ifeoma Onyekachi     The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has raised alarm over a worsening humanitarian crisis in Africa’s Central Sahel, revealing that... Read More
Africa News, community
April 28, 2026

Military Turns to Veterans for Grassroots Peacebuilding Amid Rising Conflicts

Retired officers to be trained in mediation and conflict resolution as Defence Headquarters shifts focus to preventive security strategies By ifeoma Onyekachi     In a move to curb the growing wave of communal and localised violence, the Nigerian military is mobilising its retired personnel as frontline actors in peacebuilding and conflict prevention efforts across... Read More
Africa News, community, Military, Nigeria News
April 27, 2026

Kano Gov Abba Yusuf Slams Youths Over Disgraceful Conduct During Remi Tinubu’s Visit

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has condemned the conduct of some youths who reportedly displayed their undergarments during the recent official visit of the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, describing the act as disgraceful and contrary to the state’s values. The governor said he had distanced himself, his administration,... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Entertainment, Governance, Life Style, Nigeria News, Politics
April 27, 2026

Breaking : Kogi Government Confirms Orphanage Attack Late Sunday Night, 15 Of 23 Pupils Rescued Already

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   The Kogi State Government has confirmed an attack on an orphanage and school facility in Zariagi, along the Kabba Junction axis of Lokoja, describing the incident as unfortunate and preventable.   The attack occurred late on April 26, 2026, when suspected gunmen stormed the premises, abducting 23 pupils... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Governance, Nigeria News, Police, Politics
April 26, 2026

KOGI STATE STRENGTHENS CHINA PARTNERSHIP FOR AGRO-INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AND SAPZ IMPLEMENTATION

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Kogi State has taken a significant step in advancing its international partnerships aimed at accelerating the implementation of its Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone (SAPZ) programme.   The SAPZ initiative is a strategic agro-industrial platform designed to boost food production, enhance processing capacity, create employment opportunities, attract private sector... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, community, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics
April 25, 2026

Global Hunger Crisis Deepens as 10 Countries Account for Two-Thirds of Cases

Nigeria among hardest-hit as 266 million people face acute food insecurity worldwide By ifeoma Onyekachi     A new global assessment has revealed that just 10 countries account for nearly two-thirds of the world’s acute hunger burden, highlighting the growing concentration of food crises in conflict-affected regions. The 2026 Global Report on Food Crises, published... Read More
Africa News, Business, community, Health, Life, World News
April 25, 2026

WHO: Vaccines Have Saved Over 150 Million Lives, but Global Immunisation Drive Risks Stalling

Midpoint review of Immunisation Agenda 2030 reveals widening coverage gaps despite major gains in disease prevention By ifeoma Onyekachi   The World Health Organization (WHO) says vaccines have prevented more than 150 million deaths globally over the past 50 years, highlighting immunisation as one of the most effective interventions in modern public health  even as... Read More
Africa News, community, Featured, Health, Life, World News
April 24, 2026

Court Orders Natasha To Pay N1bn Damages In Ex-Governor Yahaya Bello’s Defamation Case

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   A High Court in Lokoja has awarded N1 billion in damages against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan in a defamation suit filed by former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello.   The order according to a monitored NAN report contained in the Certified True Copy of the judgment dated April 23,... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Governance, Justice, Nigeria News, Politics
April 24, 2026

Gov. Ododo Unveils Kogi Rebrand 2026, Declares “The Story Must Change”

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo on Thursday, formally launched the _Kogi Rebrand 2026_ initiative with a declaration “The story must change.” Speaking at the Banquet Hall in Government House, Lokoja, during the event themed _“Reimagining Kogi: Unlocking Opportunities, Building Prosperity,”_ the Governor said the era of allowing outsiders define... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, community, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics
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