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Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has drawn sharp comparisons between the administration of former U.S. President Donald Trump and the authoritarian style of leadership seen in parts of Africa, saying the United States under Trump felt like it was being run by an “African Big Man.” Speaking during a recent interview on Canada’s CBC … Read more

Do you need Aidacredit APK to download? AidaCredit is one of the latest entrants into Nigeria’s growing mobile lending market. Backed by a microfinance banking license and promising secure, fast, and collateral-free loans, the app markets itself as a reliable alternative to other loan apps in Nigeria. But how well does it actually perform? We … Read more

Kenya has announced a groundbreaking visa-free travel policy for nearly all African nations, aligning with its vision of fostering regional integration and promoting visa openness across the continent. This initiative is set to facilitate smoother cross-border transactions and business activities, strengthening Africa’s push for unity and economic growth. Visa-free access within Africa refers to agreements … Read more

A shocking incident unfolded in Zambia as a police officer was arrested for allegedly releasing over a dozen prisoners to celebrate New Year’s Eve. The Zambia Police Service confirmed the arrest of Detective Inspector Titus Phiri, who reportedly acted under the influence of alcohol. According to a press release issued on Wednesday, Phiri “forcibly seized … Read more

When it comes to intelligence, measuring IQ (intelligence quotient) provides a useful gauge of cognitive ability, capturing skills such as memory, problem-solving, mathematical reasoning, and linguistic competence. In 2024, several African nations stand out in terms of average IQ scores, according to data from CEO World. These rankings reflect the capacity for cognitive development, shaped … Read more

Opay, a leading fintech company, has revolutionized the way users conduct transactions with the introduction of its USSD codes. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into various aspects of Opay’s USSD codes, including money transfers, OTP generation, airtime and data purchases, and more. Opay USSD Codes Overview As of 2023, Opay has introduced a … Read more

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has given the green light for the upgrade of 60 additional feeders for the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC), bringing the total number of upgraded feeders to 134. This decision follows a comprehensive review by NERC of the capacity of the existing feeders to ensure that customers classified under … Read more

The National Identity Management Commission says Nigerians can now correct their date of birth by themselves. NIMC announced this new update on their social media platforms. The National Identification Number (NIN) is what the Nigerian government uses to establish the identity of every Nigerian. NIN consists of 11 non-intelligible numbers that are randomly chosen and … Read more