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U.S. Issues Ethiopia Travel Advisory over Unrest, Terrorism, Kidnapping

October 7, 2026

The United States has advised its citizens to reconsider travel to Ethiopia, citing risks including armed conflict, unrest, terrorism, kidnapping and crime, and warning that communications could be disrupted during periods of instability. The U.S. State Department, in a

News·Nigeria·Top Stories

Imo Abduction: 20 Prospective Corps Members, Passenger Freed After Six-Day Security Operation

October 7, 2026

by Amanze Chinonye

Twenty prospective members of Nigeria’s National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and another passenger abducted in Imo State have been freed following a joint security operation, bringing an end to days of uncertainty for their families, Prime Business Africa reports.

Business

Africa·Business News·Top Stories

Zimbabwe Exporters Target Namibia in Push for New Markets, Business Partnerships

October 7, 2026

Zimbabwean exporters began a three-day trade mission in Namibia on Wednesday, seeking new buyers, distributors and commercial partners as Harare steps up efforts to

Africa·Business News·Top Stories

Ghana, Egypt Target Trade and Investment Growth in Pharmaceuticals, Infrastructure

October 6, 2026

Ghana and Egypt are seeking to expand bilateral trade and investment, with pharmaceuticals, infrastructure and defence emerging as priority sectors for closer economic cooperation,

Africa·Business News·Oil & Gas·Top Stories

Kenyan Investors Gain Access to Dangote Refinery IPO through GDRs

October 6, 2026

Kenyan investors will be able to participate in Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals’ Nigerian initial public offering through global depository receipts (GDRs), Kenya’s Capital

Business News·Opinion·Top Stories

Lithium: New Oil, Same Curse?

October 6, 2026

The United Nations has recently announced that it selected Nigeria, alongside Guinea, Indonesia, Madagascar, Zambia and Zimbabwe, as one of the first countries to

Business News·Top Stories·World News

India, Switzerland Set Up Trade Group as EFTA Pact Enters Second Year

October 5, 2026

India and Switzerland have agreed to establish a special group to address trade and investment concerns and strengthen economic ties, as the two countries

Politics

Africa·News·Politics·Top Stories

Uganda to Hold 64th Independence Day Celebrations Virtually

October 7, 2026

Uganda will hold its 64th Independence Day celebrations virtually from State House in Entebbe on Friday, with only about 30 dignitaries and a limited number of religious leaders expected to attend in person, the government said. The decision was approved by Cabinet at a meeting on Oct. 5 and announced on Tuesday by Minister of ICT and National Guidance Justine

Africa·News·Politics·Top Stories

Ruto, AU Congratulate Abiy on Re-election as Ethiopian Prime Minister Begins Second Term

October 6, 2026

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed began a second five-year term on Monday,

Supreme Court Strikes Out Atiku, Obi’s Appeal Against PEPC Judgment In Favour Of Tinubu

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Tinubu Hails Economic Turnaround as Atiku, Obi Challenge Prosperity Claims

October 2, 2026

Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said on Thursday that the country had

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October 1: Nigeria Has Passed Through Its Own Red Sea, Prosperity Is Next – Tinubu

October 1, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in his Independence Day address to Nigerians on

Politics·Top Stories·World News

Vucic resigns as Serbia President, Seeks Return as Prime Minister

September 28, 2026

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has resigned seven months before the end of

Entertainment

Emmys 2025: ‘Adolescence’ Win Big, Full Winners List

September 15, 2025

The 2025 Emmy Awards were handed out Sunday, with Adolescence, The Studio, The Pitt, and The

Entertainment

How To Vote For AFRIMA 2025

September 9, 2025

The countdown to AFRIMA 2025 has officially begun as the All Africa Music Awards announced that

Entertainment

Full AFRIMA 2025 Nominations List: Davido, Burna Boy Lead List

September 5, 2025

The wait is over! The African Music Awards (AFRIMA) 2025 nominees list has been officially released,

Entertainment

AFRIMA 2025 Nominees List Unveiled: Voting Details, Top Contenders

September 5, 2025

The African Music Awards (AFRIMA) 2025 nominees list is finally here, music fans across the continent

Entertainment

Court Orders Mohbad’s Wife To Run DNA On Their Son

September 4, 2025

A Lagos State Magistrate Court sitting in Ikorodu, on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, ordered a DNA

Technology

Data & Infographics·News·Nigeria·Technology·Top Stories

Thales to Build Nigeria Satellite with Broad African Communications Footprint

September 30, 2026

Nigeria is adding a new geostationary communications satellite to its space infrastructure, with Thales Alenia Space contracted to build NigComSat-2A to deliver broadband, broadcasting

Finance & Economy·News·Nigeria·Technology·Top Stories

Nigeria Launches Digital Free-Zone Push to Attract Technology Companies

September 18, 2026

Nigeria has licensed its first Digital Free Zone, Itana, as part of government efforts to attract technology companies, investment and high-value services and encourage

Africa·News·Technology

Kenya court nullifies $1.6 billion Safaricom Stake Sale

September 16, 2026

Kenya’s High Court has declared the government’s sale of a 15% stake in Safaricom Plc to Vodacom Group invalid and ordered the shares returned

Technology·Top Stories·World News

Microsoft AI Drafts Code to Keep Models Under Human Control

September 15, 2026

Microsoft AI on Monday published a draft code of conduct requiring its in-house artificial intelligence models to remain under human control, as concerns grow

Business News·Technology·Top Stories·World News

Samsung Shares Slide 8% as Record Return Plan Disappoints Investors

August 24, 2026

Shares of Samsung Electronics fell more than 8% in early trading on Monday after investors reacted negatively to the South Korean technology giant’s record

Sport

Sports·Top Stories·World News

Kenya Makes history as Africa Lands First World Athletics Championships

September 15, 2026

Nairobi and Munich have been selected to host the 2029 and 2031 World Athletics Championships, respectively, bringing the sport’s flagship global event to Africa for the first time, Prime Business Africa reports. The World Athletics Council made the decision at its 242nd meeting in Budapest on Tuesday, selecting Nairobi for the 2029 championships before the event returns to Germany two

Africa·News·Sports·Top Stories

Nairobi Enters Race to Host 2029 World Athletics Championships

August 11, 2026

Nairobi has formally submitted its bid to host the 2029 World Athletics

News·Sports·World News

Moroccan Football Prospect Dies in Attempted Sea Crossing to Spain

August 7, 2026

Moroccan footballer Faten Ben Amar El Azizi, 20, died while attempting to

News·Sports·Top Stories·World News

7-Foot-6 Australian Teenager Jongkuch Mach Emerges Basketball’s Latest Global Sensation

July 31, 2026

An Australian teenager with a rare physical profile is attracting global attention

Opinion·Sports·Top Stories

World Cup that Ate the world – The Good, the Bad, the Bizarre… and the VAR

July 20, 2026

By Jude Dike There are World Cups. Then, there are World Cups

Markets

Worries As Oil Price Crash, Low Production Threaten Nigeria’s 2025 Budget

Markets·Oil & Gas·Top Stories·World News

Iran Conflict Pushes South African Fuel Prices Sharply Higher

October 5, 2026

South Africa will raise petrol prices by more than 11% and diesel prices by up to 10% from Wednesday, as higher global crude oil

Business News·Markets·Top Stories·World News

India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement to Take Effect on Oct. 20

September 21, 2026

India and New Zealand’s free trade agreement (FTA) will take effect on Oct. 20, giving Indian exporters duty-free access to the New Zealand market

Business News·Markets·Top Stories

UBA Opens Subscription Channel for Dangote Refinery IPO, Invites Investors to Participate

September 14, 2026

Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has been named as an authorised financial institution through which eligible investors can subscribe to

Business News·Markets·Top Stories

Top 5 Best-Performing Industrial Goods Stocks In Q1 2026

June 24, 2026

Shareholders in Nigeria’s industrial goods sector recorded massive returns in the first quarter of 2026, with nine out of 11 listed companies posting double-digit

Business News·Markets·Top Stories

Naira Weakens Against Dollar, Gains On Pound, Euro In Official Market

June 11, 2026

On Thursday, the official foreign exchange (FX) rate for the United States dollar (USD) increased by N1.77 kobo in the Nigerian foreign exchange market

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U.S. Issues Ethiopia Travel Advisory over Unrest, Terrorism, Kidnapping

October 7, 2026

The United States has advised its citizens to reconsider travel to Ethiopia, citing risks including armed conflict, unrest, terrorism, kidnapping and crime, and warning that communications could be disrupted during periods of instability. The U.S. State Department, in a travel advisory

News·Nigeria·Top Stories

Imo Abduction: 20 Prospective Corps Members, Passenger Freed After Six-Day Security Operation

October 7, 2026

Twenty prospective members of Nigeria’s National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and another passenger abducted in Imo State have been freed following a joint security operation, bringing an end to days of uncertainty for their families, Prime Business Africa reports. The victims

Africa·News·Top Stories

Passenger Dies Aboard Kenya Airways Flight to Lagos

October 7, 2026

A passenger died aboard a Kenya Airways flight from Nairobi to Lagos after becoming unresponsive shortly before landing, the airline said, as Nigerian authorities began investigating the circumstances surrounding the death, Prime Business Africa reports. The passenger experienced a medical emergency

Africa·Business News·Top Stories

Zimbabwe Exporters Target Namibia in Push for New Markets, Business Partnerships

October 7, 2026

Zimbabwean exporters began a three-day trade mission in Namibia on Wednesday, seeking new buyers, distributors and commercial partners as Harare steps up efforts to expand regional exports and diversify its markets, Prime Business Africa reports. The Oct. 7-9 mission, led by Zimbabwe’s

Business News·News·Top Stories

U.S. Consulate Hits Roof Milestone at $537m Eko Atlantic Complex, Injects $95m into Nigerian Economy

October 7, 2026

The United States Consulate General in Lagos on October 6 celebrated a major construction milestone at its new compound in Eko Atlantic City, marking the structural completion of its 10-storey Chancery building. The ceremony, known in construction as a Topping-Off, involved the

WHO introduces tool to scale up country emergency capabilities and response

Africa·Health·News·Top Stories

WHO Advises Against Travel Curbs as Kenya Confirms First Imported Ebola Case

October 7, 2026

The World Health Organization has advised against travel and trade restrictions involving Kenya after the country confirmed its first imported case of Bundibugyo virus disease, a form of Ebola, as President William Ruto convened a national security meeting to assess the risk

News·Nigeria·Oil & Gas·Top Stories

NCDMB, Bayelsa Deepen Partnership Ahead of 2026 Practical Nigerian Content Forum

October 7, 2026

Nigeria’s local content regulator and Bayelsa State have renewed their partnership ahead of the 2026 Practical Nigerian Content (PNC) Forum, with organisers introducing new programmes aimed at expanding opportunities for local contractors and young people in the oil and gas industry. The

Africa·News·Politics·Top Stories

Uganda to Hold 64th Independence Day Celebrations Virtually

October 7, 2026

Uganda will hold its 64th Independence Day celebrations virtually from State House in Entebbe on Friday, with only about 30 dignitaries and a limited number of religious leaders expected to attend in person, the government said. The decision was approved by Cabinet

Africa·News·Oil & Gas·Top Stories

Kenya High Court Fast-Tracks Case over Proposed Dangote Refinery Investment

October 6, 2026

Kenya’s High Court has certified as urgent a petition seeking disclosure of the government’s proposed financial and other commitments to Dangote Industries’ planned $16 billion refinery in Lamu, adding to legal scrutiny of the project days after its groundbreaking, Prime Business Africa

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