The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) has announced a record-breaking profit of ₦1.86 trillion for the 2024 financial year, marking a 59% increase from the previous year. The Authority’s total income surged to ₦1.89 trillion, while net assets nearly doubled to ₦4.35 trillion. This milestone represents the highest performance since NSIA’s establishment, signaling a new…
Nigeria has taken a significant step toward becoming a key player in the global halal market with the signing of a cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia’s Halal Products Development Company (HPDC). The partnership aims to position Nigeria as a leading hub in the $7.7 trillion halal economy, fostering investment, technical collaboration, and market access across…
A 14-year-old British-born boy has lost a court case against his parents after they moved him from London to Ghana for boarding school. The teenager, claimed his parents deceived him into traveling to Ghana under the pretense of visiting a sick relative. Upon arrival, he discovered he was being enrolled in a boarding school, a…
In 1965, Singapore was at a crossroads. A small island with no natural resources, a struggling economy, and a population of two million people living in slums, it had just been expelled from Malaysia. Many believed Singapore would collapse under the weight of its own challenges. But one man had a different vision. Lee Kuan…
In an era where wealth dictates access and mobility, citizenship-by-investment (CBI) programs have become an attractive option for affluent individuals seeking alternative passports. Recently, former U.S. President Donald Trump announced a new ‘Gold Card’ policy that would offer foreign investors a direct pathway to U.S. citizenship for a $5 million investment. This move has sparked…
American conservative commentator Matt Walsh has stirred controversy after doubling down on claims that Somalia suffers from widespread inbreeding, which he argues has a direct impact on the country’s average IQ. Walsh made the statement during a session on his Daily Wire program, The Matt Walsh Show, before reiterating his stance on X (formerly Twitter)…
Zimbabwe is set to launch its third earth observation satellite, ZimSat-3, just months after successfully deploying its second satellite, ZimSat-2. This rapid progression marks a significant milestone for the country’s space ambitions as it seeks to leverage satellite technology for national development. The Southern African nation is also working on several communication satellites aimed at…
South Africa’s Competition Commission has placed major tech companies like Google and Meta (Facebook) under scrutiny, calling for a fairer distribution of revenue between digital platforms and local media companies. In its provisional Media and Digital Platforms Market Inquiry (MDPMI) report, the commission has proposed a 5%-10% tax on these digital giants if they fail…
Qatar, a small but incredibly wealthy Gulf nation, has been steadily expanding its global footprint through strategic investments in real estate, finance, sports, and technology. With only about 331,000 citizens, Qatar is a nation that punches well above its weight in global affairs. One of its most powerful tools is the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA),…
Bamako, Mali – The Confederation of Sahel States (CSS) officially unveiled its flag in a ceremony held in Bamako, Mali, marking a significant milestone for the newly formed regional bloc. The event, chaired by Major General Abdoulaye Maïga, Prime Minister and Head of Government of Mali, was attended by CSS ministers and dignitaries from its…