Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Army repels Boko Haram drone attack in Borno Troops celebrate after the operation. Credit. Army Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have foiled a Boko Haram drone-coordinated attack and recovered terrorists’ flags, including emblems and other equipment, in the Timbuktu Triangle area of Borno State. The Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force (JTF) Northeast, Lt. Col. Sani Uba, disclosed this in a statement released on Monday. Sani explained that the troops were attacked while advancing after conducting deliberate, intelligence-led operations across several identified terrorist enclaves, including Chilaria, Garin Faruk, and Abirma on Sunday. The statement read: “Troops of the…

Abuja Disco announces HoldCo transition, names new subsidiaries Abuja Electricity Distribution Plc has announced its change of name to a Holding Company structure, a move aimed at strengthening its capacity to operate effectively within Nigeria’s evolving electricity market and the newly decentralised regulatory environment. The company said in a Sunday statement that the restructuring followed the enactment of the Electricity Act of 2023, which empowers state governments to establish independent electricity markets and regulatory commissions. In response to the regulatory shift, AEDC said it had realigned its corporate structure to enhance operational agility, improve governance, and support efficient service delivery…

YouTube serves as relief to Nollywood from movie marketers Kanayo O Kanayo Veteran Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo has said YouTube served as relief to the Nigerian film industry from what he described as a period of oppression and intimidation by powerful movie marketers. While speaking on a recent episode of The Honest Bunch podcast, Kanayo recalled a troubling era in Nollywood when marketers, who had become extremely influential, allegedly used their power to control actors and silence dissent. According to him, there was a time when marketers, operating as a united front in the industry, suspended between 10 and…

AFCON 2025 award winners Senegal players celebrating after beating Morocco 1-0 to win the Africa Cup of Nations final match at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat…on Sunday. Photo: AFP Senegal emerged as crowned champions of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday night after defeating hosts Morocco 1–0 after extra time in the final played in Rabat. The decisive goal was scored by Pape Gueye in the 94th minute after a tense contest that ended goalless in regulation time. The final was marked by prolonged stoppages following a late VAR-reviewed penalty awarded to Morocco, which was missed by…

Alake remains African minerals group chairman as newly elected Minister of Solid Minerals Development and Chairman, Africa Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG), Dr. Dele Alake (middle). On his immediate left is the Vice-Chairman, AMSG and Minister of Mines, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), HE Louis Watum Kabamba; To his immediate right is Moses Engadu, Secretary- General, AMSG; Mr. Vincent Kedi, Commissioner for Licensing Administration representing the Minister of Energy and Mineral Development of the Republic of Uganda (2nd right) and a cross-section of other African ministers of minerals/mining from Tanzania, Liberia, Mauritania, South Sudan, Eswatini, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, Burundi, Ghana,…

AFCON 2025 match: Morocco, Nigeria semi-final, first time and challenging – Ghanaian Laryea Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea. Credit: Fentuo Tahiru Fentuo | Facebook Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea has set aside claims of biased officiating in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semifinal between hosts Morocco and Nigeria. Laryea, who spoke in a viral video showing him receiving flowers after landing at Accra airport in Ghana, described the encounter as the toughest match of the tournament due to the high stakes involved. Morocco defeated Nigeria 4–2 on penalties after a goalless draw over 120 minutes in the semifinal played in Rabat,…

Europe counters Trump’s tariff move over Greenland US President Donald Trump European leaders on Sunday criticized US President Donald Trump’s threat of tariffs over their opposition to his designs on Greenland, warning transatlantic ties were at risk. Many European countries — including Denmark, of which Greenland is an autonomous territory — emphasised they “stand united” against Trump’s vow on Saturday to hit them with tariffs of up to 25 per cent unless Greenland is ceded to the United States. “Tariff threats undermine transatlantic relations and risk a dangerous downward spiral,” Britain, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden…

UBA Foundation Expands Humanitarian Reach Across 20 African Nations, Supporting Over 100,000 Vulnerable People The UBA Foundation, the corporate social responsibility division of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has completed a major humanitarian initiative across 20 African countries, distributing essential supplies valued at millions of naira and dollars to vulnerable populations. Running from November 2025 through January 2026, the Foundation’s Food Bank and Giving Back program reached more than 100,000 people across communities where UBA operates. The initiative provided essential items and financial assistance to schoolchildren, orphanages, internally displaced persons camps, and economically disadvantaged communities, helping to ease the…

From anti-bleaching advocacy to AfCFTA expansion, a homegrown brand reshapes African skincare By Manny Ita Avila Naturalle, Nigeria’s leading natural skincare and wellness brand, is consolidating its position as a continental beauty force following its participation in Nigeria’s inaugural African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) export shipment, while intensifying its long-standing campaign against skin bleaching and unsafe cosmetic practices. The brand, founded and led by Dr. Mrs. Temitope Mayegun, was selected as one of the pioneering Nigerian companies to export products under the AfCFTA framework, with its first guided shipment sent to Kenya. The milestone marked a significant step in…

Eric Chelle Stands-in for Chukwueze Over Penalty Miss Super Eagles head coach, Éric Chelle, has  come to speak in favour of Samuel Chukwueze following his penalty miss in Nigeria’s defeat to Morocco. Chukwueze has faced intense criticism after his tame effort was easily saved by Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou during the penalty shootout. Nigeria lost 4-2 on penalties to the Atlas Lions after the match ended goalless after both full-time and extra time. Left-back Bruno Onyemaechi was the other Nigerian player to miss from the spot. Though criticised, Chelle has defended Chukwueze, saying that he is the team’s best…