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Following the tragic passing of Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo at the age of 40, tributes continue to pour in as fans and colleagues reflect on his remarkable career.  Known for his charm, comedic timing, and remarkable versatility, Ekubo’s body of work spanned two decades, making him a household name.  From…

South Africa is facing a worsening unemployment crisis, with the unemployment rate climbing to 32.7% in the first quarter of 2026, up from 31.4% in the last quarter of 2025. This means 8.1 million people are unemployed, a 301,000 rise from the previous quarter, while the number of employed people…

The Lagos State CARES Grant is an initiative aimed at supporting vulnerable residents, small businesses, and entrepreneurs who have been struggling with the economic challenges brought about by the pandemic. The grant is part of the COVID‑19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (CARES) programme designed to provide financial aid and…

Nigeria now ranks third globally for the number of students studying abroad. A new report from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation places the country at five percent of total outbound student mobility in 2023. Only China and India rank higher. UNESCO released this finding in its first…

The Nigerian government is negotiating a $1.25 billion loan with the World Bank. This loan will help create jobs, improve access to finance, and support sectors like agriculture and electricity. Titled “Nigeria Actions for Investment and Jobs Acceleration”, the loan is set for approval by the World Bank Board on…