The President and Chief Executive Officer of MTN Group, Ralph Mupita, has cautioned against rising calls in parts of Africa to boycott pan-African businesses, warning that such actions could undermine youth employment, digital transformation, and the continent’s long-term economic integration. His remarks come amid growing tensions across social media platforms, where calls to target or…
Global crude oil prices recorded a sharp decline on Thursday, falling to their lowest levels since the onset of the US-Iran conflict, as easing geopolitical tensions raised expectations of improved supply flows in the global energy market. The downturn followed renewed optimism after an interim agreement between the United States and Iran, which is seen…
Mexico beat South Korea 1-0 in Guadalajara to become the first team to qualify for the World Cup knockout stage, thanks to Luis Romo’s goal and a late heroics from goalkeeper Raúl Rangel.
US Vice President JD Vance has defended the US-Iran agreement and reminded critics in Israel that much of the country’s defensive military capability is funded by American taxpayers. The comments come amid growing debate over the Middle East peace deal.
The United States has officially lifted its naval blockade of Iran following a peace agreement between the two countries. The move reopens the Strait of Hormuz, restores maritime trade, and could significantly impact global oil markets.
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has stated that any retaliatory measures against South Africa over the alleged harassment of Nigerians would ultimately fall within the jurisdiction of the National Assembly. Speaking on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, the minister explained that while the Federal Government is currently pursuing diplomatic engagement with South African authorities,…
Iran has resumed crude oil exports for the first time in two months, marking a significant development for global energy markets as the first tankers carrying Iranian oil head toward East Asia. According to ship-monitoring firm TankerTrackers.com, the initial shipments of Iranian crude have successfully departed through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s…
Nigeria has taken another major step in its digital broadcasting journey with the launch of FreeTV, a new national digital television platform designed to provide millions of households with access to free, high-quality television services without monthly subscription charges. The initiative, officially unveiled on June 17, 2026, is part of the Federal Government’s ongoing Digital…
Nigeria’s status as one of the world’s leading palm oil producers has come under renewed scrutiny after new trade data revealed that the country spent billions of naira importing crude palm oil from neighboring West African nations in the first quarter of 2026. According to the latest Foreign Trade Statistics report released by the National…
The government of Equatorial Guinea has stepped down after failing to meet key national development goals, marking a significant political development in the oil-rich Central African country. The resignation was announced by Vice-President Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue, who revealed that the administration achieved only about 10 percent of the objectives assigned to it. In a…
