Thursday, July 2, 2026

Africa

April 16, 2026

Those who rob Africans of their resources invest profit in weapons: Pope

The Pope made the remarks during his visit to Cameroon on Thursday.

Pope Leo XIV
April 16, 2026

20 million measles deaths averted since 2000 in Africa: WHO

Measles vaccinations have saved nearly 20 million lives in Africa since 2000, and more than 500 million children have been protected through routine immunisation.

Children with measles
April 9, 2026

Aderonke Atoyebi: Turning the Tide on Illicit Financial Flows: Zacch Adedeji leads Africa’s revenue push

Under Adedeji, the Nigeria Revenue Service is undergoing reforms aimed at making it more efficient, more transparent and more responsive.

March 31, 2026

NDLEA, U.S.-DEA strengthen partnership against narco-terrorism

The NDLEA chairman said Nigeria’s strategic geographic location had made it a target for international drug trafficking organisations.

bilateral strategic counter-narcotics workshop
March 30, 2026

FG urges stronger regional cooperation to harness gas resources 

Mr Ekpo called for enhanced partnerships with international institutions.

Ekperikpe Ekpo
March 26, 2026
United Nations General- Assembly
March 21, 2026

UN report finds declining happiness among young people in U.S., Canada

Nigeria stands at 106th in the report, indicating a steady slip from 105 in 2025 and 102 in 2024.

Youths in U.S., Canada
March 16, 2026

Zenith Bank set to open Manchester branch to boost UK–Africa trade

Zenith Bank said the Manchester branch would support businesses involved in international trade and investment across the UK, Europe, and Africa.

Zenith bank branch
March 12, 2026

6,381 glaucoma cases recorded in Abia since 2024: Official

She described glaucoma as a leading cause of irreversible blindness in Nigeria.

A doctor/optometrist examining a patient’s eye.
March 12, 2026

Only 17% African dwellers have access to essential oral health services: WHO

‎Mr Janabi said, “The WHO remains committed to supporting Member States in integrating oral health into national health systems, and advancing equitable access to care.”

A persons teeth used to illustrate the story.