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Iran building up defenses of Kharg Island to protect against potential US ground attack, sources say
Iran has been laying traps and moving additional military personnel and air defenses to Kharg Island in recent weeks in preparation for a possible US operation to take control of the island, according to multiple people familiar with US intelligence reporting on the issue. The Trump administration has been weighing using US troops to seize the tiny island in the…
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When ignorance masquerades as economic critique: A rejoinder to Suyi Ayodele — by Tanimu Yakubu
There is criticism, and there is confusion elevated to performance art. Suyi Ayodele’s “History Tinubu Should Have Learnt” is not an argument—it is a cascade of assertions built on a startling ignorance of how modern economies function. It is one thing to oppose policy. It is quite another to do so while demonstrating no working knowledge of public finance, sovereign…
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Davido promises ‘very African’ sound in upcoming sixth album
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has promised that his upcoming sixth studio album will have a “very African” sound, as he revealed what fans should expect from the project he subtly announced on his birthday in November last year. The singer made this known during a recent interview on BBC 1Xtra, stating that…
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Drama as Osun lawmaker defects from Accord to APC after initial backtrack
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – A member of the Osun State House of Assembly representing Iwo State Constituency, Hon. Adesina Rabiu, has defected from the Accord Party to the All Progressives Congress (APC), sparking controversy. It would be recalled that the lawmaker had on Tuesday written a resignation letter from the Accord Party but, a few hours later, withdrew it…
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Digital innovation key to economic growth of Plateau, says NCC
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has reaffirmed that digital innovation is central to Plateau State’s growth, pledging to expand broadband access to underserved communities to enhance connectivity and economic opportunities. The commitment was highlighted on Monday during a courtesy visit by the NCC Executive Commissioner for Stakeholder Management, Rimini Makama, to Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, at the Government House…
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Ghana demands compensation for slavery in landmark UN vote
Slavery was the “most horrendous crime that took place in the history of mankind”, Ghana’s foreign minister has told the BBC ahead of a landmark vote at the UN General Assembly. Member states are set to vote on a resolution – led by Ghana – to recognise the transatlantic slave trade as “the gravest crime against humanity”. The proposal urges…
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Momodu backs Atiku, urges ADC to zone 2027 presidential ticket to north
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dele Momodu, has backed former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar for the 2027 presidential election and called on the party to zone its ticket to the northern region. Momodu made the call on Wednesday during an appearance on The Morning Show, a programme on Arise Television, where he urged the party to adopt a…
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North Central APC delegates endorse Tinubu as sole candidate for 2027
Delegates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the North Central geopolitical zone have endorsed President Bola Tinubu as the party’s sole candidate for the 2027 presidential election. The endorsement was announced on Wednesday in Lafia, Nasarawa State, during the North Central Zonal Congress of the party. The motion for Tinubu’s adoption was moved by the Secretary to the Government…
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Osun Assembly denies rumoured defection of 18 lawmakers from Accord Party
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Osun State House of Assembly has dismissed reports claiming that 18 lawmakers are planning to dump Accord Party, describing the claim as inaccurate and riddled with misinformation. The report had claimed that the lawmakers were considering leaving due to internal instability, particularly uncertainty over the party’s leadership, which is currently the subject of litigation.…
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Africa, OTT and business model problem — by Aderemi Ogunpitan
Africa does not have an OTT problem. Africa has a business model problem. For too long, too many platforms entered the continent with imported assumptions. Build the app. Buy the content. Push subscriptions. Scale fast. Hope the market catches up. That may sound like strategy in a boardroom. In reality, it has often been an expensive misunderstanding of how African…
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