African Press Review: Highlights of this Week’s Coverage
In this week’s African press review, journalists across the continent continue to explore stories reflecting political change, economic strength and the quest for peace and...
Nigeria
Cocoa Output Expected to Decrease 10% in West Africa: Industry Prepares for Global Consequences
West Africa does not anticipate an increase in cocoa production for a third consecutive season. The world’s chocolate industry is understandably concerned with cocoa output...
Nigeria Opposition Leaders Form Coalition to Challenge Tinubu Ahead of 2027 Elections
In an unprecedented move in Nigeria’s political history, opposition leaders in Nigeria have formed a coalition to take on Tinubu in the 2027 election. This...
Attack in North-Central Nigeria: A Community Ravaged by Violence and the Struggle for Survival
An attack in north-central Nigeria has devastated the rural community of Yelewata in Benue state, leaving at least 150 people confirmed dead and dozens more...
Death Toll Reached 151 in North-Central Nigeria as Mokwa Flooded
The town of Mokwa in north-central Nigeria is suffering the aftermath of serious floods that killed at least 151 people and left more than 3,000...
Sports: Following a battle, Nigerian boxer Gabriel Olanrewaju passes away
Local media reported that Gabriel Olanrewaju, who was fighting in the light-heavyweight category, passed away. In the ring, he fell to the ground. On March...
Nigerian gasoline costs are rising, thus Dangote is switching to dollar sales
To prevent a discrepancy between its naira-denominated sales income and its dollar-denominated crude oil purchase obligations, the Dangote refinery has temporarily halted the sale of...
Nigeria’s museum agrees with royal ruler on custody of Benin Bronzes
LAGOS, Feb 26 (Reuters) – Nigeria’s national museum commission will be responsible for retrieving and keeping priceless Benin Bronzes, taking on the task with the...
West Africans have a high risk of kidney disease – new study confirms genetic cause
Kidney disease, leading to kidney failure, afflicts disproportionately more black people than white people. Thus, there is a huge burden of kidney healthcare costs among...