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August 14, 2026

Nigeria, US Deepen Military Ties, Intensify Counter-Terrorism Cooperation.

Nigeria and the United States have intensified efforts to strengthen military-to-military relations, intelligence sharing and counter-terrorism cooperation between the two countries. The renewed engagement followed the second meeting of the US-Nigeria Joint Working Group, held in the United States from August 12 to 13, 2026. Nigeria’s delegation was led by the National Security Adviser, Mallam... Read More
Africa News, Defence, Governance, Nigeria News
August 14, 2026

Osun Decides: Seven Things to Watch as State Goes to the Polls

Osun State goes to the polls on Saturday in a closely watched governorship election that has assumed significance beyond the boundaries of the South-West state. Although 15 political parties are participating, the contest is expected to be dominated by three major candidates: incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party, the APC candidate, Bola Oyebamiji,... Read More
Africa News, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics
August 13, 2026

Kogi Government Commends Henry Adetayo Foundation, Urges Private Sector Support for Education

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London The Kogi State Government has commended the Henry Adetayo Foundation, under the leadership of Engr. Adebayo Mike Arayegbemi, for the reconstruction of Community Secondary School, Oke Agi, in Mopamuro Local Government Area, urging private individuals and organisations to complement government’s efforts in providing quality educational infrastructure across the state.... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics
August 11, 2026

Gov. Ododo Charges Auditors to Harness AI, Protect Public Funds for Development

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has charged Auditor General for Local Governments across Nigeria to embrace Artificial Intelligence and other emerging technologies to strengthen accountability, block financial leakages and ensure that public resources translate into tangible development for citizens.   Governor Ododo gave the charge on... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics
August 7, 2026

I Left Prison Broke in 1998, Obasanjo Explains How He Was Rescued Financially

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London Nine years ago (July 2017), former President Olusegun Obasanjo disclosed that he left prison broke in 1998, after he was released by former Head of State, General Abdusalami Abubakar. Obasanjo, who claimed he had no money by the time he regained his freedom after serving in Kirikiri, Jos and... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Governance, Justice, Nigeria News, Politics
August 6, 2026

Ododo, Okpebholo Rally Kogi, Edo Indigenes in Osun Behind APC Candidate

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in london   Kogi state governor Usman Ododo, and his Edo State counterpart Gov. Monday Okpebholo, on Wednesday led a massive mobilisation of Kogi indigenes and other non-indigenes resident in Osun State in support of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), ahead of the August... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, community, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics
August 5, 2026

Bradford Festival of Arts BAFA 2026 Kick Starts With Colourful Opening Ceremony 

The Bradford African Festival of Art, BAFA 2026 has kick-started with an opening ceremony showcasing keynote addresses and art exhibitions by various international artists with music and dance performances.   In his welcome address at the opening ceremony held at the University of Bradford, BAFA 2026 Festival Director, Dr. Olushola Kolawole assures that throughout the... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Governance, UK News
August 3, 2026

The UK – Clacton By-Election and the Deeper Meaning of Democracy: When a Joke Becomes Reality

The Clacton by-election has become one of the most intriguing political stories in Britain this year; not simply because it involves Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, but because it has reignited debate about democracy, political protest and the role of satire in elections. For many and Diaspora readers, it is important to understand why there... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Governance, Politics, World News
August 1, 2026

DTN@100: Oldest Surviving Entity Enters Its Second Century With 100 Nigerian Icons & Institutions

As one of the most influential entities in Africa and more so as Africa’s most populous nation, the trailblazer enters a new era of creating legacies and institutional global presence comes Daily Times Nigeria as it marks its historic 100th anniversary; the nation’s oldest surviving newspaper institution is celebrating a century of journalism, national service... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, community, Education, Entertainment, Featured, Governance, Life, Life Style, Nigeria News, Trending, UK News, Women, World News
July 31, 2026

Bradford African Festival Of Arts 2026 Hold Monday 3rd –9th August 2026, Promises Lots Of Fun , African Arts & Culture. 

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   The annual Bradford African Festival of Art is scheduled to hold between Monday 3rd of August and 9th of August, 2026 with activities holding in different Venues in Bradford City.   The theme for this year’s festival is ” NKOSOO ADVANCEMENT AND PROGRESS”.   The opening ceremony and... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, community, Entertainment, Finance, Governance
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