A modern twist has been added to an age-old Nigerian tradition as Iyaloja Direct leverages technology to revive and streamline communal foodstuff sharing, a system once widespread among market women across the country. The platform, now gaining traction in Lagos, taps into the spirit of cooperation that previously saw women in local communities contribute funds
The Emir of Kano, His Highness Muhammadu Sanusi II, has strongly condemned the increasing cases of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Kano State, urging authorities to implement stricter penalties for offenders. The revered traditional ruler, known for his vocal stance on social justice and Islamic ethics, made the call while addressing stakeholders on the urgent need
In a dramatic twist to the summer transfer saga, English Premier League giants Liverpool have reportedly secured the services of French forward Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt, fending off late interest from their bitter rivals Manchester United. According to credible insider information relayed by respected journalist David Ornstein, the Red Devils made a late attempt
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, on Monday, 21st July 2025, undertook his first official operational visit to the Depot Nigerian Army located in Osogbo, the Osun State capital, where he issued a strong charge for enhanced and purposeful training aimed at shaping disciplined, competent, and combat-ready soldiers for the nation.
In a notable diplomatic gesture that could reshape long-standing hostilities, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has declared that Tehran is ready to re-enter negotiations with the United States — but only on the basis of a fair deal that upholds the Islamic Republic’s right to a civilian nuclear programme while lifting the harsh sanctions that
The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has raised grave concerns over the safety of humanitarian workers in Gaza after revealing that Israeli military forces reportedly launched multiple attacks on a WHO staff residence in the besieged Palestinian enclave. According to Dr. Tedros, the residence came under assault on three
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a new weather advisory, alerting the public to anticipate thunderstorms and varying degrees of rainfall across several parts of the country from Monday, July 21, through Wednesday, July 23, 2025. The three-day forecast, released over the weekend, is part of the agency’s continuous efforts to provide timely and
Manchester United have completed the high-profile signing of Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford, securing the talented forward in a deal reportedly worth an initial £65 million, with an additional £6 million structured in performance-related add-ons. The transfer, confirmed by club sources and widely reported in English media on Monday, marks a significant move by the Red
July 22, 2025 Nigeria and Egypt have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation as both nations work towards achieving a $500 billion intra-African trade target under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) by the year 2030. This renewed push for economic synergy was emphasized during the Nigeria-Egypt Business Forum 2025, held at the
July 22, 2025 – Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has secured a €5 million research grant from the European Union to spearhead the development of an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered microscope aimed at revolutionizing the diagnosis of parasitic diseases across Africa. The landmark initiative, part of the EU’s global health innovation programme, will see ABU collaborate
