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ECOWAS Parliament Approves UA19.6m Budget for 2026, Focuses on AI and Governance

The ECOWAS Parliament has adopted a UA19,636,030 budget (approx. $26 million) for the 2026 financial year, with a strong focus on deploying Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve legislation, strengthen governance, and enhance accountability across West Africa. Speaker of the Parliament, Hadjia Memounatou Ibrahima, announced the resolution on Saturday during the closing of the 2025 Second Extraordinary Session in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. She described the budget as “the engine of our commitment to the people of West Africa,” emphasizing that it will allow the Parliament to implement outcomes from its AI seminar while ensuring transparent management of public funds. The 2026 budget represents a 5% increase compared to 2025, rising by UA939,233 from last year’s UA18,996,897. Of the total, UA19,368,394 (98.64%) will come from the Community Levy, while UA257,636 (1.36%) will be sourced elsewhere. Despite the upward adjustment, concerns remain […]

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EU Injects $6.35m Into Niger Delta Youth, Vulnerable Training – Common Ground

The European Union (EU) has committed $6.35 million to empower youths and vulnerable groups in the Niger Delta with entrepreneurship and business development training, in a bid to reduce poverty and insecurity in the region. The initiative, announced by Chorbe Joshua Gonlur, Consortium Manager for Search for Common Ground, was unveiled at the Social Media Listening Report validation meeting in Asaba, Delta State. According to Gonlur, 794 individuals drawn from Rivers, Bayelsa, and Delta States will benefit from the programme. Of this number, 595 participants are under the Search for Common Ground project, while 200 beneficiaries are selected through the Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN). The training, delivered in collaboration with the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND), will cover 66 communities identified as facing urgent livelihood and economic challenges. Participants will undergo three to six months of […]

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Nigeria’s Mahmoud Ben-Tukur Re-Elected to ICAO Council

Nigeria has scored a major diplomatic win with the re-election of Engr. Mahmoud Ben-Tukur into Part II of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Council at the ongoing 42nd ICAO Assembly in Montreal, Canada. Ben-Tukur, Nigeria’s Representative to ICAO, secured 163 out of 185 votes, defeating 11 other African nations in a highly contested election. His victory cements Nigeria’s continued role in shaping global aviation governance. With this result, Nigeria joins 11 other countries re-elected into Part II of the ICAO Council, including Egypt and South Africa from the African bloc. A statement signed by Tunde Moshood, Special Assistant on Media to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, described the outcome as proof of Nigeria’s strong aviation diplomacy and global alliances. Nigeria’s delegation to the Assembly was led by Minister Festus Keyamo, who spearheaded an intensive campaign in support […]

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Nigeria Grants Visa-Free Entry to St. Kitts & Nevis

Nigeria has granted visa-free entry to citizens of St. Kitts & Nevis, effective September 26, 2025, marking the first time the policy extends beyond Africa. The waiver, which applies to ordinary, official, and diplomatic passports, is aimed at strengthening trade, investment, and cultural ties between the two nations. Until now, Nigeria’s visa-free access largely covered ECOWAS states, with Cameroon and Chad as the only non-ECOWAS African countries enjoying the privilege. The development follows the Afri-Caribbean Investment Summit (AACIS ’25) held in Abuja earlier this year, organised by Aquarian Consult Limited (ACL). ACL’s Managing Director, Aisha Maina, said: “This visa waiver is more than diplomacy; it is about opening doors for trade, investment, and cultural exchange. At ACL, we are proud to have played a role in turning dialogue into action.” Diplomatic ties between Nigeria and St. Kitts & Nevis have […]

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Bandits Kill 10, Kidnap Several in Kwara Village Attack

At least 10 people, including a village head (Baale), were killed when bandits attacked Oke-Ode community in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State on Sunday morning. Witnesses said the armed men stormed the village, firing sporadically, killing residents, and abducting several others whose number is yet to be confirmed. A member of the local vigilante group, identified as Ajetunmobi, told Sobi FM that security forces failed to act on warnings that the attackers had been sighted since Saturday night. “We alerted security operatives to be prepared, but by morning the bandits launched the attack, starting from the duty post and targeting vigilantes,” he said. Among those killed were Oji, Saheed Metubi, and Baale Ógba Ayo, while others sustained injuries and were rushed to the General Hospital in Share. The bodies of the victims were taken to the police station. […]

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UNGA 2025: African Leaders Demand Ownership of Innovation, Push for Self-Reliant Future

At the 2025 United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), African leaders and innovators made a strong case for greater ownership of development and innovation, stressing that the continent must shape its future with or without foreign aid. The message was delivered at a side event convened by eHealth Africa in partnership with Population Services International (PSI), the Population Council, and Reach Digital Health, under the theme: “African-led Innovation: Shaping Sustainable Futures With or Without Aid.” Sierra Leone’s Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, said decades of donor-driven development created systems without true African ownership. “Africans have always innovated. This is a new era—an era of designing our own future, where African ideas and creativity lead the way,” Bah declared. Dr. Ola Brown, founder of HealthCap Africa, stressed that healthcare innovation in Africa benefits the world: “When we invest in […]

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NDLEA, Police Arrest 57 Suspects in Major Kano Drug Raid

The Kano Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), in collaboration with the Police, has arrested 57 suspects in a coordinated operation targeting drug hotspots across the state. The joint raids, conducted on September 24, 25, and 27, were part of the Kano State Joint Task Force for Peace Restoration and Youth Rehabilitation, led by Dr. Yusuf Ibrahim-Kofar Mata. Areas raided included Kofar Ruwa, Tashar Rami, Rijiyar Lemo, Kurna, Mil Tara, Zage, Dorayi Karshen Waya, Dawanau, and Filin Idi—all identified as hubs of drug trafficking and abuse. According to NDLEA spokesperson Sadiq Muhammad-Maigatari, operatives recovered assorted illicit substances and locally made weapons. Investigations are ongoing, with suspects facing prosecution once culpability is established. Dr. Ibrahim-Kofar Mata reaffirmed the task force’s commitment, stating: “Our resolve to eradicate drug abuse and associated thuggery in Kano remains unshakeable. We will continue […]

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Rema, Ayra Starr Propel Afrobeats to New Heights on UK Charts

The global rise of Afrobeats continues, with Nigerian stars Rema and Ayra Starr making waves on the UK music charts. This month, Rema’s new single Fun and Ayra Starr’s Hot Body have been climbing steadily, reaffirming Afrobeats as one of Nigeria’s most successful cultural exports. Both artists have played pivotal roles in pushing the genre beyond Africa’s borders. Rema—real name Divine Ikubor, 25—first shot to fame with his 2019 breakout hit Dumebi before cementing his international reputation with Calm Down in 2022. The track became a global anthem, opening doors to collaborations and mainstream recognition. Ayra Starr, 23, born Sarah Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, has also carved her space as one of Afrobeats’ most dynamic voices. Signed to Mavin Records, she rose to international prominence with her 2022 hit Rush, which earned her a nomination at the 66th Grammy Awards for Best […]

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EPL: West Ham Appoint Nuno Espirito Santo as New Manager – Report

West Ham United have appointed Nuno Espirito Santo as their new manager, just hours after parting ways with Graham Potter, according to multiple reports. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed on Saturday that the Portuguese coach has signed his contract with the Hammers and will begin work immediately. His first training session with the squad is scheduled for later today. “Nuno Espirito Santo, new West Ham manager with immediate effect as contract has been approved. Portuguese manager replaces Graham Potter with the first training session later today. Nuno says yes to #WHUFC project,” Romano wrote on X (formerly Twitter). The appointment follows Potter’s dismissal after a string of poor results stretching from the second half of last season into the early weeks of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign. The West Ham board stated that performances had “not matched expectations,” stressing the […]

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Cycling Kano 2025 to Boost Commerce, Tourism, Says Danja

The Kano State government says it will leverage the Cycling Kano Championship, scheduled for December 20, 2025, to stimulate commerce, tourism, and healthy living across the state. Special Adviser to the Governor on Youth and Sports Development, Sani Musa Danja, disclosed this while highlighting preparations for the event, themed “Health and Wellness.” Kano State recently entered a strategic partnership with BrandEscort Communications, a leading brand and event marketing firm, to host Cycling Kano 2025 — a landmark sporting event designed to promote tourism, youth engagement, and fitness. According to organisers, the event will gather professional cyclists, fitness enthusiasts, and sports lovers nationwide, with activities kicking off at the Sani Abacha Stadium. Danja said the annual event is aimed at: Encouraging healthy lifestyles and regular exercise. Promoting healthy competition among young people and corporate organisations. Discovering and nurturing cycling talent. Elevating […]

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