BBC Africa Eye investigation has revealed how criminal networks are trafficking young west Africans
BBC World Service’s investigative unit, BBC Africa Eye, follows Sierra Leone’s anti-trafficking police unit, as they target criminal gangs trafficking young people across West Africa. The documentary follows a father’s search for his missing children and offers audiences insight into the Sierra Leone Police as they conduct operations against the criminal gangs running these trafficking […]
Manchester United Weigh Carrick, Solskjaer for Interim Job
Manchester United have moved quickly to appoint an interim head coach, with Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in a straight fight. Both met club bosses at Old Trafford. Carrick impressed, while Solskjaer’s strong fan backing still counts. United want the new coach in place fast to prepare for the Manchester derby. Darren Fletcher has […]
Rema Shines as Nigerian Stars Rule AFRIMA 2026
Nigerian stars ruled the 9th All Africa Music Awards in Lagos, with Rema emerging the night’s biggest winner. The 24-year-old hitmaker swept three major prizes, including Artiste of the Year and Best Male Artiste in Western Africa. Burna Boy claimed Album of the Year, while Yemi Alade won Best Soundtrack for You Are. Rising star […]
FG Releases Super Eagles’ AFCON Bonuses
The Federal Government has released the Super Eagles’ match bonuses at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, ending days of uncertainty within the camp. Minister of State for Finance, Doris Uzoka-Anite, said players will receive the funds in their domiciliary accounts within 24 hours, noting that foreign currency conversion caused the delay. The development […]
Wizkid Smashes Spotify Record With 10 Billion Streams
Afrobeats superstar Wizkid has made history as the first African artist to surpass 10 billion streams across all credits on Spotify. The landmark achievement further cements his legacy as a global music powerhouse and a trailblazer for African artists worldwide. The Nigerian singer’s catalog, spanning chart-topping albums, international collaborations, and genre-defining hits, has consistently attracted […]
NLC warns against attacks on protest, threatens indefinite strike
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has warned of alleged plans by political agents to infiltrate and violently disrupt its December 17 National Day of Protest and Mourning. The Congress said the protest is a peaceful response to worsening insecurity and warned that any attack on protesters would amount to terrorism and a declaration of war […]
Wizkid Documentary Long Live Lagos Released Worldwide
Wizkid’s highly anticipated documentary Long Live Lagos is now available to stream on Max, HBO, and Apple TV, giving fans worldwide easy access to the acclaimed film. The documentary, part of HBO’s Music Box series, chronicles the Nigerian superstar’s rise from the streets of Lagos to global stardom, featuring behind-the-scenes footage, personal moments, and insights […]
Don Jazzy Says $5M Spent on Rema’s Calm Down
Don Jazzy revealed that about $4–5 million went into promoting Rema’s hit Calm Down across global markets. He explained during an interview that the team invested heavily in marketing, international promotion, and strategic rollout plans to secure the song’s worldwide success. According to him, the massive push helped the track dominate major charts and streaming […]
NIS Flags Temporary Downtime on Passport Platform
Routine maintenance on the Nigeria Immigration Service’s Passport Digital Platform was announced, with users expected to experience temporary disruptions from 12 to 14 December 2025. The exercise was described as necessary to improve system performance and user experience. Public patience was requested, and support was made available through official channels. Temporary complaint-response handles were also […]
Soyinka Cautions Tinubu on Security, Governance, and Privilege
At the 20th Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism Awards in Lagos, Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka directly challenged President Bola Tinubu over his handling of regional security and the use of state resources for privileged individuals. In a viral video, Soyinka described a recent encounter where he witnessed an unusually large security detail surrounding […]