A Plantation Colony on the Brink BY the early 19th century, Jamaica stood as one of Britain’s most valuable colonial possessions, sustained almost entirely by enslaved African labour. Sugar estates dominated the island’s economy, while enslaved people—numbering over 300,000—vastly outnumbered the white planter class. This demographic imbalance, coupled with brutal working conditions and rigid racial […]
By AUGUSTUS ISICHEI THE Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed that preparations for the Super Falcons ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) will only begin after FIFA clarifies the official international match window. Nigeria, Africa’s most successful women’s national team, are targeting a record-extending 11th WAFCON title when the tournament is […]
Tinubu’s Horse Claims Top Honour RENEWED Hope, owned by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, claimed first position at the Hadejia International Horse Racing Competition, thrilling spectators and competitors alike. The victory has further cemented the horse’s growing reputation as a dominant force in African horse racing. Plans for Dubai World Cup Speaking at the event, HRFN […]
NAF Outlines Ambitious Calendar THE Nigeria Aquatics Federation (NAF) has revealed its 2026 programme, featuring a mix of competitive events, technical certification courses, and international engagements. The calendar is designed to develop swimmers, coaches, and officials while promoting grassroots participation and long-term athlete growth. President Chinonye Daphey said the schedule reflects NAF’s commitment to technical […]
Nigeria Emerges as a Global AI Leader NIGERIA has emerged as a global front-runner in artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, according to a joint report by Google and Ipsos titled “Our Life with AI.” The study shows that 88 per cent of Nigerian adults have interacted with an AI chatbot, far exceeding the global average of […]
Electoral Act Gaps Threaten Credibility of 2027 Elections AS Nigeria gears up for the 2027 general elections, concerns over the Electoral Act 2022 have resurfaced, with stakeholders warning that unaddressed loopholes could undermine the credibility of the polls. Analysts, civil society groups, and political actors point to ambiguities in electronic transmission of results, weak enforcement […]
Africa’s Passport Powerhouses Revealed A strong passport remains a key instrument for international mobility, facilitating travel, business, and global engagement. According to the latest Henley Passport Index for January 2026, African citizens continue to experience uneven access to global destinations, with a handful of nations leading the pack. The Henley Passport Index, which tracks 199 […]
Bishops Urge Gradual Enforcement of New Tax Laws THE Catholic Bishops of Ibadan Ecclesiastical Province have called on the Federal Government to delay the full application of new tax laws until vulnerable Nigerians are adequately informed about the reforms. The call was made during their first 2026 meeting at the Jubilee Conference Centre (JCC), Ibadan, […]
Police Reverse Earlier Position THE Nigeria Police Force has admitted that a mass abduction of worshippers did occur in Kurmin Wali community, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, barely 24 hours after dismissing reports of the incident as false. The reversal followed widespread public condemnation of the police’s initial denial and mounting pressure from […]
Residents Raise Alarm Over Safety Risks TENSION is rising in Asaba, the Delta State capital, following allegations of an illegally sited Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) plant within a densely populated residential area. The management of Infant Jesus Educational Academy, alongside residents of Imade Osazee Street along Infant Jesus Road, has formally petitioned Governor […]