Enoch Odesola

Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy has unveiled the Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF), a strategic financial initiative aimed at unlocking opportunities for creatives and entrepreneurs across Nigeria. The announcement was made by Ms. Nneka Anibueze, Special Adviser to the Minister of Art, Culture and Creative Economy, Hannatu […]

Ogori, Kogi State — In a vibrant display of cultural heritage and moral discipline, 103 young maidens in Ogori-Magongo LGA were formally initiated into womanhood during the 2025 edition of the revered Ovia Osese festival. Held on Saturday, May 4, 2025, the festival marked a significant rite of passage for young girls in the Ogori […]

Lagos, Nigeria — Former Super Eagles winger, Emmanuel Amuneke, has hailed Borussia Dortmund forward Serhou Guirassy as a prolific and reliable striker, while casting doubts over his speculated move to Barcelona. In an interview with Africa Foot, Amuneke praised Guirassy’s consistent goal-scoring record, describing him as a valuable asset capable of thriving at any elite […]

ABUJA, Nigeria: Human rights lawyer and activist Frank Tietie has called on the Federal Government to urgently intervene in the growing cases of financial fraud and discriminatory practices faced by Nigerian traders in China. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, Tietie warned that the continued mistreatment of Nigerian importers could strain diplomatic and trade […]

Abuja, Nigeria: Amid growing concerns over recurring floods across Nigeria, the Federal Government has unveiled the National Flood Awareness Campaign, a strategic initiative aimed at raising public awareness on flood risks and promoting proactive safety measures. Speaking during the campaign launch at Nyanya Market in the Federal Capital Territory, the Permanent Secretary of the Federal […]

Akure, Nigeria —  Ondo State has emerged as the nation’s leading sub-national in fiscal responsibility, recording the sharpest domestic debt reduction across Nigeria’s 36 states. This development was confirmed through fresh statistics released by the Debt Management Office (DMO), which compared states’ debt profiles from 2023 to 2024. The report revealed that Ondo State reduced […]

Ajia, Oyo State —  The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Base in Ajia, Oyo State, is on track for completion and commissioning by June 2025, Governor Seyi Makinde has confirmed. Governor Makinde made this known during an inspection visit to the site of the NAF Base project, expressing satisfaction with the pace of construction and the […]

Ido Osun, Osun State — Fresh assurances have been given that construction work will soon recommence at the long-awaited Moshood Abiola International Airport in Ido Osun, Osun State. This development was announced by Hon. Sanya Okunade, Chairman of the Olojudo Coronation Central Planning Committee, during a press briefing outlining the upcoming coronation activities of the […]

Port Harcourt, Nigeria — Fresh tension has erupted in Rivers State following a walkout during a public event involving the representative of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, igniting a war of words between FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, and suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The incident, which occurred during an empowerment programme in Port Harcourt, saw […]

Cairo, Egypt —  Nigeria’s U-20 men’s football team, the Flying Eagles, are poised for a crucial clash against Morocco as they aim to book a quarter-final spot at the ongoing 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations. The decisive Group B match is scheduled for this evening at the June 30 Air Defence Stadium in Cairo, […]