Lagos Fashion Week 2024: Celebrating African Creativity and Style

The annual Lagos Fashion Week kicked off with a spectacular showcase of African creativity and style. The event, which runs from August 5-10, features collections from top designers across the continent, highlighting the diversity and vibrancy of African fashion​ ​. This year’s theme,

Nollywood Shines at International Film Festivals

Nollywood, Nigeria’s thriving film industry, is gaining international acclaim with several films being showcased at major film festivals around the world. This year, films such as “Lionheart,” “The Milkmaid,” and “Oloture” have been featured at the Cannes Film Festival, the Toronto International Film

Nigeria’s Education Crisis: Addressing the Challenges

Nigeria is facing an education crisis, with millions of children out of school and significant disparities in educational quality across regions. This special report examines the root causes of the crisis and explores potential solutions to improve access to quality education for all

Nigeria’s Super Falcons Ready for Women’s World Cup

As the Women’s World Cup approaches, Nigeria’s national women’s football team, the Super Falcons, are gearing up for what promises to be an exciting tournament. The team has been in intensive training, with friendly matches scheduled against top-tier teams to hone their skills

Nigeria’s Digital Transformation: Government Launches National Broadband Plan

The Nigerian government has officially launched the National Broadband Plan (NBP) 2024-2030, aimed at expanding internet access and improving digital infrastructure across the country. The plan was unveiled by the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr. Isa Pantami, during a ceremony in

Nigerian Music Stars Dominate 2024 BET Awards

Nigerian music artists have once again made their mark on the global stage, dominating the 2024 BET Awards held in Los Angeles. Afrobeat sensations Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Tems each took home multiple awards, further solidifying Nigeria’s influence in the international music scene​.

Protests Continue Across Nigeria Over Economic Hardship

Protests against economic hardship continue to spread across Nigeria, with thousands of citizens taking to the streets in cities like Abuja, Lagos, and Kaduna. The demonstrations began on August 1 and have been marked by clashes with security forces, who have used tear

Nigeria’s Tech Startups Secure Record Funding Amid Economic Challenges

Despite economic challenges, Nigeria’s tech sector has secured a record $2 billion in venture capital funding in the first half of 2024. This influx of investment underscores the growing global confidence in Nigeria’s innovative startups, such as Flutterwave, Paystack, and Andela. These companies

Nigeria Launches Major Tuberculosis Awareness Campaign

The Nigerian Ministry of Health has launched a nationwide campaign to combat tuberculosis (TB), aiming to reduce the prevalence of the disease through increased awareness, improved diagnostics, and enhanced treatment facilities. The campaign is supported by international partners and non-governmental organizations. Health Minister

New STEM Curriculum Rolled Out to Boost Innovation in Nigeria

In a bid to foster innovation and prepare students for the future workforce, the Nigerian government has rolled out a new STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) curriculum. The curriculum includes updated learning materials, teacher training programs, and state-of-the-art laboratory facilities. Education Minister