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 Babatunde140 joins forces with Noku Dlamini on ‘Ubuntu’, an Afro-fusion song celebrating togetherness, human connection and the strength of community. Afro-fusion artiste Babatunde140 has teamed up with Noku Dlamini on “Ubuntu,” a soulful collaboration inspired by the African philosophy of Ubuntu — “I am because we are.” The song, which blends rich African rhythms with heartfelt vocals, delivers a message centred on unity, human connection and the importance of community. “Ubuntu” is scheduled for release on October 7, 2026, and will be available across major streaming platforms through Prime Music Partners. Speaking on the inspiration behind the track, Babatunde140 said, “Ubuntu is a reminder that none of us exists in isolation. Our strength comes from the people around us, the connections we create and the way we support one another.” He added, “With this song, we wanted to celebrate that sense of togetherness and remind listeners of the power that comes when people come togethe...

  Juriska, led by Chijindu Umunnakwe, CEO, Juriska, is developing a business-facing platform designed to help companies organise contracts, corporate records and legal obligations before problems become emergencies. A supplier agreement is approaching renewal, but nobody is tracking the date. An investor requests corporate documents, and the team begins searching through email accounts. An employee dispute arises, and the business discovers that its records are incomplete. These situations illustrate a familiar weakness in business administration: legal work exists, but there is no consistent system for managing it. Entrepreneurs often give accounting, sales and operations regular attention. Legal matters can receive attention only when a transaction stalls or a disagreement becomes urgent. By then, missing documents and unclear responsibilities may make the problem harder to resolve. A virtual legal department offers a way to bring legal administration into the everyday running of...

     Great news making wave  for mothers and women considering motherhood in Nigeria, as one of Africa’s trusted platforms, the Nigeria Assisted Parenthood Forum, recently concluded the Fertility Choices Women’s Brunch in Abuja and is preparing to bring its programme of practical education on assisted parenthood to London in October. The Fertility Choices Women’s Brunch took place on 19 September 2026 in Abuja and online. The Nigeria Assisted Parenthood Forum UK will follow from 16 to 17 October 2026 at Coram Campus in central London, with online participation also available. Organised by Ôka’mara Law & Consulting, the programmes bring together medical, legal and emotional perspectives on fertility treatment, fertility preservation, donor conception, surrogacy and adoption. Both events form part of the Nigeria Assisted Parenthood Forum , an education and advocacy initiative created to address the information gap facing people navigating infertility and different...

          Nollywood actress and humanitarian, Queeneth Agbor, has commenced engagements with key stakeholders in Cross River State as part of efforts to mobilise support for her forthcoming charity and empowerment programme for inmates of the Calabar Custodial Centre. Agbor, through the Queeneth Agbor Strength Beyond Walls Foundation, is scheduled to host the special empowerment and rehabilitation programme for inmates on October 9, 2026. In preparation for the initiative, the actress embarked on a series of courtesy visits to prominent individuals and institutions in the state, including the First Lady of Cross River State, Bishop Dr Eyoanwan Itam Bassey Otu, government officials, correctional authorities, traditional and community stakeholders, Callywood, media organisations, corporate bodies and potential sponsors, including **SSG Prof Anthony Owan-Enoh**. The visits, according to Agbor, are aimed at bringing together individuals, government institutions and ...

   Mballou Fofana, the Philadelphia-based entrepreneur behind Le Mandingue African Restaurant, is expanding her African food business as she moves to take the brand’s products into households across the United States. The planned expansion comes as Fofana continues to build on business interests that include hospitality and real estate, with her property portfolio reportedly valued at about $15 million. Fofana’s rise in business followed a life-changing experience in 1998 when she lost one of her legs in an accident. Rather than allowing the setback to halt her ambitions, she continued to pursue opportunities in the United States, eventually establishing herself as an entrepreneur in the hospitality and property sectors. Her Le Mandingue African Restaurant has operated in the Philadelphia area for more than two decades, serving West African dishes to customers while providing a platform for the exposure of African culinary traditions. Fofana said her experience after the accid...

Kudiwave Technologies Limited has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, over the alleged transfer and continued withholding of N750 million from its PalmPay account. The company, through its solicitor, Tony Eseigbe & Co., in a petition dated September 14, 2026, is seeking an independent and forensic investigation into the circumstances surrounding the movement of the funds by the Special Fraud Unit (SFU), Ikoyi, Lagos. Kudiwave also challenged allegations linking the money to an alleged “round-tripping” transaction involving funds purportedly originating from United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA). According to the company, the N750 million was received from Nexall Technologies Limited as part of a legitimate commercial transaction in exchange for digital assets. Kudiwave alleged that the SFU, however, linked the funds in its PalmPay account to money purportedly originating from UBA and subsequently moving through several companies. How the N750m Transaction Began Ku...

 A new phase has emerged in the dispute involving PalmPay Limited and KudiWave Technologies Limited, with media organisations that reported developments in the matter said to have received messages from PalmPay warning of possible arrest and demanding the removal of published stories. The warnings followed media coverage of two major developments in the dispute. The first concerned the movement of N750,369,439.04 from KudiWave’s account by PalmPay. The second involved PalmPay’s reported position that KudiWave’s address and the ownership of the account were unknown, a claim KudiWave later challenged with documents and evidence of previous dealings between both companies. One of the major pieces of evidence presented by KudiWave was a PalmPay correspondence dated July 28, which expressly identified KudiWave Technologies Limited and Account No. 8889232516. In the same letter, PalmPay asked the Nigeria Police Force to transfer N750,369,439.04, which it described as standing in a design...

 Nollywood actress and founder of Queeneth Agbor (Strength Beyond Walls) Foundation, Queeneth Agbor, has been honoured with an Award of Appreciation by the Nigerian Correctional Service, Zone A Headquarters, Lagos, for her commitment to the rehabilitation of inmates and positive impact on their lives. The award, according to the Service, recognises Agbor’s sustained support for initiatives aimed at improving the welfare, rehabilitation and reintegration of inmates into society. Agbor, who has continued to use her foundation to advocate for hope, empowerment and rehabilitation within correctional facilities, described the recognition as an encouragement to do more for people who need support and a second chance. She said, “I am deeply grateful to the Nigerian Correctional Service, Zone A Headquarters, for this recognition. It means a lot to me because the work we do through Strength Beyond Walls Foundation is driven by the belief that every individual deserves hope, dignity and an o...

The streets of Manhattan came alive with the vibrant rhythms of Africa last Friday, August 14, 2026, as Nigerian highlife powerhouse Chinedu Okoli, globally renowned as Flavour, headlined a sold-out edition of the LOUD IN AFRICA Concert Series at Racket NYC. The highly anticipated event lived up to its billing, drawing a massive, enthusiastic crowd from across the African diaspora, music lovers, and international culture enthusiasts for an unforgettable night of music, dance, and heritage. From the moment the doors opened at 431 West 16th Street, the venue buzzed with high energy. Flavour, true to his title as the "King of Highlife," took the stage and treated the audience to a masterclass in live performance. Blending his signature highlife melodies with contemporary Afrobeats and rich traditional instrumentation, he doled out back-to-back crowd favorites, keeping fans on their feet singing along word-for-word. The night was further elevated by a stellar lineup of supporting...

  Meet Fast rising star  Top US-based Nigerian artiste Babatunde Ogunseinde, popularly known as Babatunde140, has released a new Afro-fusion single titled “Bá Mi Jó (Dance With Me),” a vibrant track that explores attraction, confidence, individuality and the freedom to embrace personal preferences. The song, whose Yoruba title translates to “Dance With Me,” blends infectious African rhythms with soulful melodies and an engaging groove, creating a sound designed to inspire listeners to let loose and enjoy the moment. According to the artiste, “Bá Mi Jó” is more than a dance record, as it celebrates self-confidence and encourages people to embrace what they consider beautiful while expressing themselves without restraint. “Bá Mi Jó is about confidence, individuality and being free to embrace what you find beautiful. It is an invitation to let go, move freely and enjoy love, attraction, culture and good vibes,” Babatunde140 said. The track reflects the growing fusion of contempor...

   PalmPay Limited has come under renewed scrutiny after KudiWave Technologies Limited raised questions over repeated movements involving N750,369,439.04 from its account while the account was under a court imposed restriction. KudiWave, a Nigerian fintech company, maintains that it had no knowledge of the transactions at the time they occurred and only discovered the extent of the movements after access to its account was restored. Its records show that funds were moved from the account on July 11, 2026 and returned on the same day. Four days later, N750,369,439.04 left the account again under the narration “Judicial Adjustment.” The July 15 transaction happened after KudiWave had already filed a case challenging the June 29 court order affecting its funds. That challenge was filed on July 3 and came before Justice Ibrahim Ahmad Kala of the Federal High Court in Lagos on July 13. The matter was heard and adjourned for ruling before the disputed debit was recorded two days lat...

  By Grace Ade A 12-year-old Nigerian actor, Chibuchi David Francis from Aniocha South Delta state, has won a bronze medal in the Acting category (Ages 11–12) at the 2026 World Championships of Performing Arts (WCOPA), bringing international recognition to Nigeria at one of the world's foremost performing arts competitions. The championship, held from July 13 to July 21 at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, attracted performers from more than 80 countries competing across acting, singing, dancing, modelling, instrumental performance and other creative disciplines. Popularly described as the "Entertainment Olympics," the annual competition provides a global platform for emerging performers while promoting cultural exchange and artistic excellence. Chibuchi represented Team Nigeria under the leadership of Ambassador Lovethpatra White Ekufu, National Director of WCOPA Team Nigeria, Team Manager, Founder and Executive Director of S...

         Nigerian highlife star Flavour is set to headline the LOUD IN AFRICA Concert Series in New York City on August 14, 2026, as organisers prepare for what is expected to be one of the biggest African music events of the summer. The concert will take place at Racket NYC, bringing together music lovers from across the African diaspora for an evening celebrating African music, culture and entertainment. Popularly known as the "King of Highlife," Flavour has built a global reputation with his blend of highlife, Afrobeats and contemporary African music, earning a loyal fan base across Africa, Europe and North America. The event will also feature performances by Naomi Achu, Prince Bright of Buk Bak, Bruck Up (Mr. Excitement), 2Cent, Unathi Nkayi, while Nollywood actress Mercy Macjoe is expected to make a special guest appearance. Speaking ahead of the concert, Founder of LOUD IN AFRICA, Abass Mubarak Akeju, described the event as part of a broader effort to prom...

         For many entrepreneurs, success is measured by profit margins and business growth. But for Mballoh Fofana, founder of Le Mandingue African Restaurant in Philadelphia, the true measure of success lies in overcoming adversity, preserving culture and creating opportunities for others. Fofana's story is one of resilience after tragedy. In 1998, she lost one of her legs in an accident an experience that could have ended her entrepreneurial aspirations. Instead, she turned the setback into motivation, rebuilding her life through determination, faith and hard work. More than 22 years later, she has established Le Mandingue African Restaurant as one of the Philadelphia region's longest-serving African restaurants, earning a reputation for authentic West African cuisine and warm hospitality. Beyond the restaurant business, Fofana has also expanded into real estate, building a portfolio of commercial and residential properties across the Philadelphia area reporte...

           Critics of Ghana's healthcare administration have renewed calls for greater transparency, accountability, and accelerated reforms within the country's health sector, while raising concerns about the leadership of the Minister of Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh. The calls come amid ongoing public discussions about challenges facing the healthcare system, including access to quality medical services, inadequate infrastructure, shortages of healthcare personnel, and the availability of essential medicines and equipment. While acknowledging efforts by the Ministry of Health to address these issues, some healthcare stakeholders and civil society advocates argue that reforms have not progressed quickly enough. They have urged the ministry to improve communication with the public and provide clearer updates on policies, priorities, and measurable outcomes. A healthcare stakeholder, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said, "Ghanaians deserve a heal...

    By Tunde Jide| Freelance Journalist Recently, over 600 educators, policymakers, technology partners, financial institutions and education stakeholders converged on June 6 in Asaba, Delta State, for the High Impact Conference for Educators (HICE 2026), a landmark event dedicated to strengthening the teaching profession and advancing educational transformation across Nigeria. The event which took place at the Southend Event Centre under the theme, _"Empowering Educators: The Path to Transformation,"_ the conference was organised by The Explore Foundation in strategic partnership with the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). The event underscored the critical role of teachers in driving sustainable development and improving learning outcomes across the country. The one-day conference brought together educators, policymakers, financial institutions, development organisations and technology providers to explore practical strategies for improving education across the Nige...

    Leading Agribusiness Company Reaches Over 625,000 Smallholder Farmers Across Nigeria Through Financing, Extension Services, Processing, and Market Integration  Palm Valley Nigeria Limited (PVNL), a leading Nigerian agribusiness and agricultural development company, continues to strengthen its position as one of the country’s most impactful rural development partners, having supported over 625,000 smallholder farmers across multiple states since its establishment in 2008. Founded with a vision of improving and sustaining the livelihoods of women and youth in rural communities, PVNL has evolved into a full-service agricultural development and agribusiness company delivering innovative financing, certified agricultural inputs, modern processing solutions, extension services, produce aggregation, and market linkage support across major crop value chains including maize, soybean, rice, and ginger. Driven by its core values of Collaboration, Integrity, Transparency, and Exc...

By Mathew Sandra A landmark research paper co-published by the African Chamber of Content Producers (ACCP) and the Universal Peace Federation (UPF) Ghana has identified the respectful, cross-party relationships among Ghana’s parliamentary leaders as a primary driver of the country’s democratic stability. The study, which surveyed 400 citizens across seven regions of Ghana, concludes that when political leaders model cordiality across party lines, their followers see no reason for conflict, a lesson the researchers say can be replicated across Africa. The paper, titled “Institutionalizing a Strong and Responsible Opposition for Democratic Resilience in Africa: A Ghana Case Study (2025/2026 Review)” , is already available as a preprint on ResearchGate, Academia.edu, Zenodo, and SSRN. Its findings have been submitted to peer-reviewed international journals and are now being positioned as a practical roadmap for achieving Aspiration 3 of the African Union’s Agenda 2063, an Africa of good g...