Nigeria: Peter Obi Celebrates Babangida, Says Nigeria Witnessed Substantial Growth Under Him
[Vanguard] Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has praised former Head of State General Ibrahim Babangida following his book launch on Thursday, February 20, 2024.
Africa: Weaving Heritage and Innovation – ‘The Soul of a Rug’ Exhibition at Bahia Palace
[Art Africa] Experience the artistry of Taznakht’s weavers through immersive VR and a unique blend of tradition and contemporary design.
Africa: ‘Goya and Africa’ Bridges Centuries of Art in Cape Town This February
[Art Africa] A groundbreaking digital exhibition connects the timeless themes of Francisco de Goya with the voices of contemporary African artists, launching during Cape Town Art Week.
Africa: Modupeola Fadugba Wins The Norval Sovereign African Art Prize 2025
[Art Africa] The Norval Foundation and The Sovereign Art Foundation (SAF) are pleased to announce Modupeola Fadugba as the Grand Prize Winner of The Norval Sovereign African Art Prize 2025, sponsored by Schroders.
Africa: Social Media in the Global South Needs More Protections
[IPS] United Nations — In the western world, numerous studies over the past two decades have shown that the rise of social media in popularity has been linked to negative mental health symptoms, especially among young people. Platforms such as Instagr…
Nigeria: Babangida Admitted Abiola Won June 12 Election in New Book, Osinbajo Reveals
[This Day] Abuja — Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo said former military Head of State, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida (rtd), admitted that the Late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Abiola won the June 12, 1993 Presidential election.
Ethiopia: Mother Languages Preservation Stressed in the Face of Endangered Languages
[ENA] Addis Ababa, — The significance of mother tongues in the preservation of cultures and heritages was underscored in the face of endangered mother languages due to globalization.
Ethiopia: Metropolis Focuses On Project Performance Culture to Boost Competitiveness
[Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA — The announcement of a new focus on cultivating a culture of effective project performance was made yesterday by Addis Ababa City Administration.
Nigeria: Ayra Starr Breaks 16-Year Jinx As First Woman to Win Mobo Best Int’l Act
[This Day] Afrobeats superstar Ayra Starr has won the award for Best International Act at this year’s MOBO Awards, the British award that honours achievements across “music of Black origins”.
Nigeria: Portable Bows to Pressure, Surrenders to Police
[Daily Trust] Music star, Habeeb Okikiola Olalomi, popularly known as Portable, has finally surrendered to the police.