Nigeria: ‘Fly My Sister Abroad for Treatment’ – Phyna to Dangote Group
[Premium Times] The reality star’s sister, Ruth Otabor, was involved in an accident with the company’s cement truck in Auchi, Edo State and had her leg amputated.
Nigeria: Veteran Juju Music Star Ahuja Bello Dies
[Leadership] Veteran juju musician, Alhaji Ahuja Bello passed away early Monday morning, a day after celebrating his 83rd birthday.
Senegal: Sex Workers in Colonial Senegal Were Policed By France – Book Explores a Racist History
[The Conversation Africa] Desiring Whiteness is an award-winning book by historian Caroline Séquin. It explores the intertwined histories of commercial sex work and racial politics in France and the French colonial empire, particularly in Senegal….
Ghana: Explosive Growth in Ghana’s Gambling Landscape
[Ghanaian Times] Ghana’s gambling industry has changed rapidly in recent years. What used to be a niche market tied to local kiosks and betting centers has now moved online. Sports betting in particular has become part of everyday life for many, driven…
Nigeria: Afrobeats Power Ranking – Why These 10 Stars Dominated July 2025
[Vanguard] The Afrobeats sound continues to hold the world captive, and July 2025 was no exception. From viral hits to sold-out shows and chart-topping singles, these ten artists emerged as the most popular, each for unique reasons that reflect both th…
Nigeria: Between d’Tigers and ‘Tigresses
[Vanguard] In the Book of James, chapter 4 and verse 6, we are told that God resists the proud and gives grace to the humble. When a man knows in his heart that a feat wasn’t achieved by the effort put in his plan for a task but goes ahead to claim the…
Nigeria: Joke Lawal Tackles Domestic Violence in New Film ‘Enemy Within’
[Vanguard] Nollywood actress and producer, Joke Lawal, has returned with a bold new project that addresses one of society’s most pressing issues — domestic violence. Her latest film, titled Enemy Within, is a suspense-filled crime story that delves in…
Nigeria: Bbnaija10 – Season 9 Housemates Dj Flo, Wanni X Handi Perform At Saturday Night Party
[Leadership] Big Brother Naija Season 9 housemates, DJ Flo and the dynamic twin DJs Wanni & Handi lightened the Saturday Night Party in Season 10 edition of the show dubbed 10/10.
Nigeria: Oketola’s ‘The Catalyst’ Takes Centre Stage At Book Reading in Yenogoa
[Leadership] The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has held the second edition of its Book Reading Series at the Nigerian Content Tower, Swali, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, featuring veteran journalist and former editor of The punch,…
Nigeria: Darey and Johnny Drille Light-Up T2’s Brand Reveal
[Leadership] From 9mobile to T2, Nigeria’s digital landscape has a bold new player, and it made its entrance in true style.