Politics Xenophobia in 2026: Abia State Steps Up Support for South Africa Returnees September 1, 2026 Editorial Team Abia State is processing another batch of Nigerians fleeing xenophobia in South Africa, amid reports of rising sexual and gender-based violence. The state’s proactive measures highlight growing regional solidarity in…
Business Dangote Refinery Powers Nigeria’s Oil Sector to Record Growth in 2026 September 1, 2026 Editorial Team Nigeria’s oil refining sector hit a historic 43.94% growth in Q2 2026, driven largely by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. This milestone signals a turning point for Africa’s largest economy in…
Legal FTC Accuses Amazon of Secret Ad Price Hikes in 2026 Lawsuit September 1, 2026 Bright Esagbodje The FTC and 22 attorneys general allege Amazon used a covert ad surcharge to inflate ad prices on its platform, passing costs to consumers. Here’s what advertisers and sellers need…
Technology Notting Hill Carnival 2026: Europe’s Biggest Street Party Marks 60 Years of Culture September 1, 2026 Bright Esagbodje Notting Hill Carnival 2026 celebrates six decades of Caribbean culture, music, and community spirit. Europe’s most vibrant street festival returns with record crowds and unforgettable performances.
Technology NIS Launches UK Passport Intervention in Four Cities to Ease Delays September 1, 2026 Editorial Team The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) has rolled out a targeted passport intervention programme in London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Edinburgh to help Nigerians in the UK obtain new passports, renew expired…
Health DR Congo’s Ebola Surge: over 6,000 Cases and 2,911 Deaths in 2026 Outbreak September 1, 2026 Editorial Team The Democratic Republic of Congo is grappling with its deadliest Ebola outbreak yet, with over 6,000 cases and 2,911 deaths reported as of September 2026. Health authorities across Africa are…
