2 h. ago African, Caribbean leaders to headline Afreximbank’s annual meetings in Abuja

African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) will, next week, bring together an influential coalition of global, African and CARICOM leaders in Abuja read more African, Caribbean leaders to headline Afreximbank’s annual meetings in Abuja

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5 h. ago ‘AfterImages’ Exhibition Interrogating Legacies Of African Cinemas Opens In Lagos

AfterImages, a three-day programme exploring the legacies of African cinemas has opened at the Guest Artists Space (G.A.S) Foundation, Lagos. The exhibition is the end result of Art Exchange: Moving Image, a curatorial professional development programme organized by LUX, Yinka Shonibare Foundation and Guest Artists Space Foundation, with support from the British Council. The multi-dimensional […]

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5 h. ago Badru Taofeek’s ‘Thorns and Crown’ Elevates Local Narrative To Global Conversation

Absa L’Atelier, in collaboration with the South African National Association for the Visual Arts (SANAVA), recently hosted Thorns and Crown, a solo exhibition by Badru Taofeek, one of the 2022 Absa L’Atelier Ambassadors. Held at Alliance Française in Lagos as part of Absa’s 2025 Pan-African Gallery Exhibition Series, the show spotlighted rising African contemporary art […]

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5 h. ago Nigerian Artist Helen Nzete Features At The Inaugural Africa Art Basel

Nigerian artist Helen Nzete is featuring at the maiden edition of Africa Art Basel in Switzerland, a new platform of Art Basel, focused on contemporary African Art. Africa Art Basel narrows down the mega fair which features nearly 300 exhibitors from across the globe, expanding its usual African gallery exhibitors from five to twenty. The […]

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9 h. ago How Badru Taofeek’s ‘Thorns and Crown’ elevated local narrative into global conversation

Tribune Online How Badru Taofeek’s ‘Thorns and Crown’ elevated local narrative into global conversation Determined to promote creativity and the artist behind it, Absa L’Atelier, in collaboration with South African National Association for the Visual Arts (SANAVA), recently hosted ‘Thorns and Crown’, a solo exhibition by Badru Taofeek, one of the 2022 Absa L’Atelier ambassadors. The exhibition, described as a powerful and intricately constructed showcase, held at Alliance Française […] How Badru Taofeek’s ‘Thorns and Crown’ elevated local narrative into global conversation Tribune Online

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12 h. ago With Kwara first lady’s support, Evolving Heritage empowers over 20 young artists

By Henry Akubuiro As we brace up for the 2025 Black History Month celebration of the U.K, a gathering of young artists of African descent has attracted the attention of the First Lady of Kwara State, Her Excellency, Prof. Olufolake Abdulrazaq. During the launching of the Evolving Heritage Gala exhibition, held at XCHG Workplace, UK, […] The post With Kwara first lady’s support, Evolving Heritage empowers over 20 young artists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago United Capital launches mutual funds for investors in Francophone West Africa

Tribune Online United Capital launches mutual funds for investors in Francophone West Africa United Capital Plc has officially commenced operations of its latest subsidiary, United Capital Asset Management West Africa Limited (UCAMWAL), with the launch of two CFA franc-denominated mutual funds: the UCAMWAL Bond Fund and the UCAMWAL Diversified Fund, in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. This milestone marks a significant step in the Group’s strategic pan-African expansion and signals […] United Capital launches mutual funds for investors in Francophone West Africa Tribune Online

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23 h. ago FIFA Club World Cup: Mbappe hospitalised with Gastroenteritis, out for one week

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has been hospitalised with gastroenteritis and is expected to be sidelined for at least one read more FIFA Club World Cup: Mbappe hospitalised with Gastroenteritis, out for one week

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24 h. ago LSA 2025: Dons celebrate renowned African historian Hakeem Tijani

By Abdulkabir Muhammed Faculty members from Adeleke University (Osun) and the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) have organised roundtable panels to honour Professor Hakeem Ibikunle Tijani, a global African historian. At the six-day Lagos Studies Association (LSA) Annual Conference 2025 at the University of Lagos, professors Adegbite Tobalase and Olatunji Alao (Adeleke University), and […] The post LSA 2025: Dons celebrate renowned African historian Hakeem Tijani appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Nigeria, SA top African countries with most mobile phone ownership, usage

In Nigeria, South Africa, and other African countries, mobile connectivity is driving access to business, education, healthcare, and digital banking, read more Nigeria, SA top African countries with most mobile phone ownership, usage

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25 h. ago African Workforce Summit aims to tackle Nigeria’s soaring unemployment

The African Workforce Summit (AWS), the continent’s premier platform for professional development, has made plans to convene in Lagos in read more African Workforce Summit aims to tackle Nigeria’s soaring unemployment

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27 h. ago Group trains youths with disabilities on climate disaster preparedness in Oyo

Ecosmart Club, a youth-led grassroots initiative committed to equipping young Nigerians with the knowledge, skills, and community to lead climate read more Group trains youths with disabilities on climate disaster preparedness in Oyo

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27 h. ago Yelwata Massacre: Benue Professionals Demand End To Killings, Urge Tinubu To Act

Following the recent wave of deadly attacks, including the horrific massacre in Yelwata community, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, a coalition of 37 concerned citizens, operating under the umbrella of Benue Development Professionals (BDP), has urgently appealed to President Bola Tinubu to intervene. The coalition appealed to all well-meaning Nigerians, the African Union […]

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28 h. ago My boss for life – Akin Adesina hails Jonathan over AFDB job nomination

By John Ogunsemore Outgoing President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has hailed former Nigerian president, Dr Goodluck Jonathan for nominating and supporting him for the job. Adesina served as Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development under Jonathan when he was tipped for the AfDB job in 2015. He won re-election for […] The post My boss for life – Akin Adesina hails Jonathan over AFDB job nomination appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Do Not Allow Your Certificate To Limit Your Future, UI VC Tells Students

The vice chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor Kayode Adebowale, has charged students of the institution not to allow their certificates to limit them in the future. He gave the charge at a one-day sensitisation workshop themed: “Unlocking your Entrepreneurial Potential” organised by the university’s Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. In an address entitled […]

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29 h. ago Energy Crisis: ‘Africa Must Stop Relying On Developed Countries To Grow Domestic Oil & Gas Sector’

In a renewed call to tackle the continent’s energy crisis, stakeholders have urged African governments to stop relying on developed countries for the development of local oil and gas industries, saying this will accelerate energy transition and economic independence across Africa. This message was central to discussions at the 2nd Africa Gas Innovation Summit (AGIS), […]

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31 h. ago One injured as armed robbers attack Mokola roundabout in Ibadan

Tribune Online One injured as armed robbers attack Mokola roundabout in Ibadan Reports indicate that the robbers fired shots into the air to intimidate the traders and passersby, facilitating their operation. One injured as armed robbers attack Mokola roundabout in Ibadan Tribune Online

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32 h. ago Club World Cup: Real Madrid unable to beat Al Hilal in first match

By Seyi Babalola Real Madrid were held to a 1-1 tie by Al Hilal in their opening match at the 2025 Club World Cup on Wednesday evening. Saudi Arabia’s champions started the game well and threatened to seize the lead. But it was Madrid who struck first, with Gonzalo Garcia capping off a magnificent team […] The post Club World Cup: Real Madrid unable to beat Al Hilal in first match appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Suspected Armed Robbers Attack Popular Ibadan Market, Cart Away Valuables, Injure Three Traders

There was panic in Ibadan, Oyo State, when some gunmen, suspected to armed rubbers invaded Mokola Community. It was gathered that three persons sustained varying degrees of injuries following the unfortunate event on Wednesday morning. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the incident occurred at approximately 11:30 am when a group of armed robbers stormed a shop, […] The post Suspected Armed Robbers Attack Popular Ibadan Market, Cart Away Valuables, Injure Three Traders appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Uncovering the Truth: How heart diseases impact sexual function in men

Tribune Online Uncovering the Truth: How heart diseases impact sexual function in men Dr Oladimeji Adebayo, a consultant cardiologist at the University College Hospital, Ibadan, and research fellow at the Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, in this interview with SADE OGUNTOLA, speaks to why poor libido in men with heart conditions shouldn’t be overlooked because it is more common than many people can […] Uncovering the Truth: How heart diseases impact sexual function in men Tribune Online

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