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By Edi Umoh Legendary Afrobeats musician, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has reached 10 billion combined streams on Spotify, becoming the first African star to achieve the career milestone. Wizkid reached the milestone after a decade of hits, with Drake’s ‘One Dance’ alone… Wizkid reached the milestone after a decade of hits, with Drake’s ‘One Dance’ alone delivering nearly 4 billion streams and ‘Essence’ adding over 334 million. His catalogue includes features with Beyoncé and Chris Brown, outpacing Burna Boy’s 9.08 billion and Davido’s 3.24 billion. Related News: Wizkid tops Africa Spotify’s earning chart with $1m monthly revenue …

By Akakan Umoh MTN Nigeria has recorded an estimated 15 million subscribers on its 5G network, marking a major milestone in its drive to achieve internet penetration. In a statement, this achievement has positioned the telecommunication firm as the frontline partner in achieving the federal government’s broadband goals, recording a surge of active data user base to 51.1 million, a 12.8% increase. According to the firm, the growth was directly linked to the company’s aggressive leadership in 4G/5G deployment and the accelerated rollout of its Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) network. Related News: Subscribers enraged as Airtel Nigeria, MTN raise voice and internet…

By Aniefiok Christopher African entrepreneurs got more than $1.5 million over the past 13 years from the Future Africa Leaders Foundation (FALF) to drive their leadership, innovation and sustainable development across the continent. The disclosure was made on Monday in Lagos at the unveiling of the 2025 Future Africa Leaders Award (FALA) winners and ambassadors, an event that brought together development advocates, civil society leaders, foundation executives and members of the media. FALF is a non-governmental organisation and an initiative of Loveworld Incorporated, sponsored by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, with support from the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI). Over the years,…

By Aniefiok Christopher Less than one year, Rivers State House of Assembly Thursday resumed impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu.  During plenary presided over by the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule, the Majority Leader, Rivers State House of Assembly, Major Jack, read out the notice of allegations and gross misconduct against Fubara. Relying on Section 188 of the Nigerian Constitution, Jack reeled out seven points of alleged gross misconduct against Fubara. Related News: Nigerian Senate, House of Representatives endorse Rivers’ Emergency Rule  Behold, Rivers’ Military Administrator, Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas Tinubu…

By Aniefiok Christopher Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) says All Progressives Congress (APC) had no moral justification to complain about the conduct of Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, insisting that the ruling party must manage the political consequences of its own actions in Rivers State. The PDP’s National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, said “This is what happens when you keep feeding a monster. One day, you become food in the belly of that monster. “Some people keep feeding the monster, thinking they will always escape, believing they will always have enough food to offer it. They forget…

Amid lingering contentions over the Stubbs Creek Forest Reserve, the Akwa Ibom Government has cleared air on the lawful ownership of the disputed land. In a press release issued on Tuesday by Uko Essien Udom, SAN, Hon. Attorney-General & Commissioner for Justice on the title: RE: LEGAL STATUS OF STUBBS CREEK FOREST RESERVE, the State Government has reaffirmed the lawful ownership of the land. Recall that Eket People’s Union (EPU) which has been claiming ownership of the land had asked the Governor Umo Eno to take necessary steps to implement the various purported court rulings to affirm their ownership of…

By Edi Umoh Algeria and Ivory Coast have booked their places in the quarter-finals of the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON), after commanding performances to push for continental glory at the ongoing tournament. Algeria defeated D.R Congo 1-0 after extra-time to advance to the quarter-finals of the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) for the first time since they won the competition in 2019. This is as Ivory Coast beat Burkina Faso 3-0 on Monday and became the first Africa Cup of Nations defending champions to reach the quarter-finals since 2010. The opening minutes of this clash perfectly encapsulated that…

By Aniefiok Christopher The Nigerian Army has begun an investigation into the death of a 13-year-old boy allegedly shot by a soldier in Ikot Abasi Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of January 1, 2026, along Akongntekong Road, Ete, sparked outrage and tension within the community. The Army Public Relations Officer, 2 Brigade, Mbiokporo, Captain Lawal Mohamed, said the matter had been taken over by the Military Police. “The incident has been handled by the Military Police and is already under investigation. Due process would be followed,” he assured. Related News:…

By Edi Umoh Nigeria and Egypt swept into the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after crushing their opponents Monday night. Nigeria’s Super Eagles crushed Mozambique in a commanding 4-0 victory in Fez, while Egypt beat Burkina Faso in a 3-1 victory in Agadir. The Super Eagles were on top from the off, and talisman Victor Osimhen had an effort ruled out for offside within the first two minutes. Their pressure eventually told in the 20th minute as Ademola Lookman curled home from Akor Adams’ cutback to break the deadlock. Related Posts: AFCON 2025: Morocco and Cameroon Power…

By Aniefiok Christopher The All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, have exchanged words over Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara’s  leadership position in the party and what the party described as persistent interference in Rivers State politics. Consequently, the APC has demanded the resignation of Wike from the Federal Executive Council, sparking a sharp exchange between the minister and the party’s National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru. Wike, however, fired back at the ruling party, warning that it has no right or authority to meddle in the political affairs of Rivers State, which…