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Nigeria has once again failed to meet the 1.5 million barrels per day crude oil production quota assigned by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries. According to the latest National Liquid Hydrocarbon Production Report released by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission on Tuesday, the country’s average daily crude oil production in April stood at roughly 1.4 million barrels per day, representing about 99 per cent of its OPEC target. When condensates were included, total oil production averaged around 1.6 million barrels per day during the month. The figures come as the Federal Government and oil industry stakeholders…

The Nigerian film industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of popular Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo at the age of 40. The sad news was confirmed on Tuesday by several of his colleagues and close associates, who paid emotional tributes to the late actor across social media platforms. Actress Funke Akindele, reacting via her Instagram story, expressed grief over his passing, recalling their friendship and cherished memories together. Actor Bolanle Ninalowo also mourned Ekubo’s death, praying for strength and healing for the late actor’s family and the entertainment industry. Similarly, Godwin Nnadiekwe described the development as heartbreaking, saying…

Pan-African movements and civil society organisations in Kenya organised a rival gathering in Nairobi to protest the Africa-France Summit, known as “Africa Forward,” attended by Kenyan President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron. The alternative event, called the “Pan African Summit Against Imperialism,” attracted activists and advocacy groups who accused France of disguising continued neo-colonial influence in Africa as economic partnership and development cooperation. Demonstrators marched through sections of Nairobi carrying red flags and placards with slogans such as “Down with Imperialism!” and “Resist the Imperialist Drive to War.” Clips shared online showed protesters insisting the demonstration was…

Nollywood actress Genevieve Nnaji is set to make her return to the screen in Wahala, a new BBC drama series adapted from Nikki May’s debut novel of the same title. The BBC unveiled the cast of the six-part thriller on Tuesday, confirming that Genevieve will star alongside Adelayo Adedayo, Deborah Ayorinde, Cush Jumbo and Susan Wokoma. The series, whose title means “trouble” in Nigerian slang, centres on four Nigerian-British women living in London whose long-standing friendship is shaken by hidden secrets, betrayal and unresolved issues from the past. Wahala is adapted by BAFTA-nominated writer Theresa Ikoko and produced by…

The Edo State Police Command has commenced an investigation into a deadly shooting that occurred on Sunday evening around the University of Benin axis in Benin City. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eno Ikoedem, preliminary findings indicate that three individuals — Onwuke Blessed, Alexander Omogiate, and Chinenye Christian Mbagwu — were leaving the university premises in a Mercedes-Benz GLK vehicle when another white GLK reportedly intercepted them near the institution’s main gate in Ugbowo. The assailants allegedly opened fire from their vehicle before fleeing the scene. The attack left the occupants of…

Data released by the Central Bank of Nigeria showed that the naira traded at an average of about ₦1,358 against the U.S. dollar at the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) on Tuesday. The figure reflects a slight improvement in the value of the local currency compared to recent trading sessions, during which the dollar exchanged between ₦1,352 and ₦1,365 depending on transaction volumes and participating banks. Market analysts linked the naira’s relative stability to continued foreign exchange interventions by the apex bank as well as increased FX inflows into the official market. Despite the improvement, analysts warned that rising…

African design is gaining stronger international recognition as Design Week Lagos, backed by Afreximbank and the Lagos State Government, prepares to showcase emerging African creatives at SaloneSatellite 2026 in Milan. The exhibition forms part of the “All Roads Lead to Lagos” global tour, an initiative aimed at positioning African design more prominently within the international market. A carefully selected group of rising designers — including Athanasius Johnson, Nicole Adaora Enwonwu, Odema Acacia Saleh, Richard A. Aina, Joan Eric Udorie, Olaoluwa AJ Durotoye, and Myles Igwebuike — will present works spanning furniture, lighting, and product design. Their creations are expected…

The corruption trial of former Nigerian Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke entered its final phase on Monday at Southwark Crown Court, as the judge issued detailed instructions to the jury before prosecutors began their closing arguments. Presiding judge, Justice Justine Thornton, informed jurors that all evidence had been concluded and reminded them that their verdict must be based solely on the law and evidence presented in court. She emphasised that the burden of proof rested entirely on the prosecution and that the defendants were under no obligation to prove their innocence. Jurors were also instructed to examine each of the…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised calls for the opposition to zone the 2027 presidential ticket to Southern Nigeria, describing the move as politically unwise and misleading. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olusola Sanni, Atiku argued that the opposition should focus on competence, national unity, and electoral strategy rather than regional considerations. He warned that presenting another southern candidate against President Bola Tinubu could weaken the opposition’s chances, noting that no incumbent Nigerian president has ever been defeated by a challenger from the same geopolitical region. Atiku also questioned the fairness of continued southern leadership, pointing…

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that the fragile ceasefire with Iran was “on life support” after rejecting Tehran’s response to a U.S.-backed peace proposal, raising fears that the 10-week conflict could escalate again. The crisis, which has already claimed thousands of lives and severely disrupted global energy supplies, deepened after Iran submitted conditions focused on ending hostilities across the region, including in Lebanon, where Israel continues military operations against the Iran-backed Hezbollah. Speaking to reporters, Trump dismissed Iran’s proposal as worthless, saying the ceasefire had only a “1 percent chance” of survival. He accused Iranian leaders of repeatedly…