The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised Nigeria to introduce new taxes on fuel and telecommunications services as part of efforts to increase government revenue.
Rising living costs and limited access to traditional banking services are pushing millions of Nigerians to rely on airtime credit and nano-loans to stay connected, driving telecom-based lending to record levels across Africa.
Samsung ends software support for the Galaxy M53 5G, bringing an end to updates for one of its popular mid-range smartphones. While the device remains functional, users will no longer receive security patches or software improvements, raising concerns about long-term security and app compatibility.
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From island nations to newly independent states, these countries have defied population limits to secure historic places in the FIFA World Cup, proving that football success is not defined by size but by talent and determination.
Apple Music is bringing football and music together with the launch of its new Warm Up playlists, giving fans exclusive access to the songs that inspire some of Africa’s biggest football stars before they step onto the pitch.
Nigerian music mogul Don Jazzy has signed a major partnership deal with Betway, becoming the betting company’s new brand ambassador in Nigeria.
President Bola Tinubu has announced the transformation of the Kaduna Petroleum Institute into a specialised federal university, renaming the institution after the late General Shehu Musa Yar’Adua in recognition of his contributions to Nigeria’s democratic development
President Bola Tinubu used the 2026 Democracy Day address to reflect on Nigeria’s 27 years of uninterrupted civilian rule, urging unity, reforms, and stronger democratic institutions while highlighting security and economic progress.
South Korea opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 comeback win over the Czech Republic, sealing victory late in the match after a dominant but wasteful first-half display.