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Inside the Japa generation’s music ambition: How Nigerians in Canada are rewriting the rules of the industry
Toronto-based Nigerian singers Ṣẹwà and Nezsa record at The Orange Lounge recording studio as part of a growing wave of Japa generation artists reshaping Canada’s music scene. Toronto —When Nigerians talk about “Japa” — Yoruba slang for escape — they’re referring to the growing wave of young people seeking opportunities abroad. In Canada, especially in Toronto, that movement is fueling…
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Nigeria, UAE to co-host ‘Investopia Lagos’ as Tinubu signs major trade pact in Abu Dhabi
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has announced that Nigeria will co-host the Investopia global investment forum with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Lagos this February, in a move aimed at attracting international investors and boosting sustainable investment inflows into the country. The announcement was made on Tuesday at the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026, where Nigeria…
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Hadiza ate Christmas lunch with me but forgot to mention her wedding – Gbajabiamila
By Kunle Sanni – The Chief of Staff to the President, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, has revealed that Hajiya Hadiza Bala Usman, Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination, did not inform him about her wedding despite their close relationship. Gbajabiamila made the disclosure in Abuja on Tuesday while speaking at a colloquium organised to mark the 50th birthday…
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Trump promises ‘help is on its way’ and tells Iranians to ‘keep protesting’
US president gives clearest signal yet that he might take military action against Tehran over killing of demonstrators Donald Trump has told Iranians to keep protesting and said help was on the way, in the clearest sign yet that the US president may be preparing for military action against Tehran. “Iranian Patriots, keep protesting – take over your institutions!!! ……
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Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea to officiate Nigeria–Morocco semi-final tie
By Tosin Omojola – Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea will be in charge when Nigeria’s Super Eagles take on the Atlas Lions of Morocco in Wednesday’s semi-final match of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Confederation of African Football (CAF) listed the officials for the encounter, with Laryea at the centre. He will be assisted by Zakhele Thusi and…
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In Yorubaland, age is a crown on its own, by Sulaimon Agboola
What happened yesterday between the Olubadan of Ibadan and the Alaafin of Oyo has sparked unnecessary noise and sadly, much of it is coming from people who claim to love Yoruba culture but ignore the values that define it. Some are proudly defending the Alaafin remaining seated and stretching his hand to greet an 80‑year‑old Olubadan.But let’s be sincere with…
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Ondo FRSC arrested 24,693 traffic offenders in 2025
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ondo State has arrested 24,693 traffic offenders and recorded 25,324 traffic violations between January and December 2025. FRSC Ondo State Sector Commander, Dr. Samuel Ibitoye, disclosed this on Tuesday while speaking in Akure, the state capital. He said the offences included speeding, dangerous driving, overloading, seat belt violations, and…
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38 Ekpoma students to be released following protests — Presidency
The Presidency has announced that 38 students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU) arrested in connection with recent protests in Ekpoma are set to be released shortly. According to a statement issued on Monday, the decision follows timely and constructive interventions by several stakeholders, including the Executive Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo; the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji…
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EFCC hands over recovered N802.4m to First Bank
The Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday, handed over the sum of N802,420,000 (Eight Hundred and Two Million, Four Hundred and Twenty Thousand Naira only) to First Bank Nigeria Plc. The money was recovered from a suspect, Ojo Eghosa Kingsley, who unlawfully took possession of over N1.3 billion belonging to the bank. The…
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Nigeria to unlock $3bn annually from carbon market — Tinubu
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has announced that Nigeria is positioning itself to unlock between $2.5 billion and $3 billion annually from the global carbon market over the next decade, as the country advances a self-driven emissions trading system. The president made this known on Tuesday while addressing world leaders at the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, themed…
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