“Tomato Crisis: FG Unveils High-Yield Varieties After Identifying Root Causes of Price Hike” In 2024, Nigeria experienced a dramatic 300% increase in tomato prices, severely impacting households and food vendors nationwide. A combination of pest infestations, climate challenges, and infrastructural issues contributed to this surge. In response, the Federal Government (FG) has introduced high-yield […]
“Next Pope? Betting Odds Favor Parolin, Tagle, Turkson, and Erdő” As the 2025 papal conclave convenes following Pope Francis’s passing, global attention turns to the College of Cardinals as they elect the 267th pope. Betting markets and Vatican observers have identified four leading contenders, each bringing unique experiences and visions for the Church’s future. 1. […]
For over two decades, Aba, the commercial heartbeat of Abia State and the entire Southeast, was a shadow of its former self. Once known as the “Japan of Africa” for its ingenuity in manufacturing and craftsmanship, the city had fallen into decay—factories abandoned, roads impassable, and businesses fleeing due to neglect and infrastructural collapse. But […]
May 7, 2025. The Catholic Church has entered a historic moment of transition as 117 cardinals gather in the Sistine Chapel to elect a new pope following the death of Pope Francis on April 21. The conclave, held behind closed doors, will decide who becomes the 267th successor to St. Peter, leading a Church facing […]
Renewed Hope in Action: Tinubu Govt Confirms 8,000 Terrorists Killed, Sparks Nationwide Jubilation’ In a landmark moment for Nigeria’s security architecture, the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the elimination of over 8,000 terrorists and bandits within a year. The figures were revealed by the Minister of State for Defence, Bello […]
“Davido Recalls Cristiano Ronaldo’s Party Invite and What Happened After a Heartbreaking Loss” Nigerian music superstar Davido recently opened up about his friendship with football legend Cristiano Ronaldo, sharing a memorable story about a party invitation he received from the Portuguese star. During an interview on the ABTalks podcast hosted by Anas Bukhash, Davido described […]
Amina adjusted the wrapper around her waist and stared at her reflection in the small, cracked mirror. Her eyes were puffy from nights of crying, and her hands trembled as they rested on her still-flat stomach. The reality of her situation pressed down on her like the Lagos heat—inescapable, suffocating. Six months ago, Emeka had […]
Nigeria, Angola, and Gabon to Launch 10 Offshore Oil Projects to Boost Output Nigeria, Two Others Set to Launch Ten Offshore Projects to Increase Crude Production In a bold push to bolster crude oil output and reassert its influence in the global energy market, Nigeria, alongside two other West African nations—Gabon and Angola—is set […]
On May 5, 2025, the Met Gala once again took over the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this year celebrating the Costume Institute’s exhibition, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style. The official dress code, “Tailored for You,” invited guests to explore Black dandyism, sharp tailoring, and cultural reclamation through fashion. For her eighth appearance, Nicki Minaj didn’t just […]
“Fake News? BBC Rejects EFCC’s Dismissal, Defends Report on VeryDarkMan’s Detention” The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has reaffirmed its report on the arrest of Nigerian social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), following the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) denial of the circumstances surrounding the detention. On May 2, 2025, […]