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2026

Entertainment, Music

‘Dai Dai’ by Shakira and Burna Boy Sets Record as Highest-Charting World Cup Song

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Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has reached another career milestone as his World Cup collaboration with Colombian superstar Shakira, “Dai Dai,” has become the highest-charting World Cup song in Billboard Hot 100 history. The track climbed 25 places this week to reach No. 17 on the Billboard Hot 100, surpassing Shakira and South African band Freshlyground’s iconic “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa),” which previously held the record. “Dai Dai” also rose to No. 3 on the Canadian Hot 100 and is currently competing for the top spot on the UK Official Singles Chart. In a separate development, Billboard has discontinued its World Digital Song Sales chart, with the final edition published on June 27, 2026. The chart tracked the commercial performance of songs from regions including Nigeria, Asia, the Caribbean, South Africa and other international markets. Over the years, several Nigerian artistes, including Wizkid, Mr Eazi and Rema, topped the World Digital Song Sales chart, highlighting the growing global influence of Afrobeats.

Economy

CWAY Group Announces 2026 Job Recruitment

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CWAY Group, a multinational company specialising in the production and wholesale supply of treated water, water dispensers, soft drinks, food and beverages across Africa and Asia, is recruiting qualified candidates for the position of Van Sales Representative in Lagos State. The full-time role is open to candidates with a Bachelor’s degree, Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalent and offers an opportunity to build a career in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector. Job Responsibilities Successful candidates will be expected to develop and implement sales and marketing strategies aimed at achieving sales targets, maximising profits and delivering excellent customer service. Other responsibilities include ensuring product availability and visibility across distributor warehouses, retail outlets, HORECA and key accounts, while maintaining healthy stock levels in line with company standards. The role also involves monitoring market trends, identifying new business opportunities, supporting new product development, preparing periodic sales reports and supervising field sales activities. Applicants will be required to collaborate with departments such as Production, Finance and Logistics to address business needs, while ensuring compliance with the company’s food safety policies. The successful candidate may also be involved in customer feedback surveys and product recall exercises where necessary. Requirements Applicants must possess a first degree in a relevant discipline and have at least two years’ experience in the FMCG sector, including a minimum of one year in table water sales. Candidates should also have strong numerical and analytical skills, be proficient in data reporting and demonstrate a high level of integrity and enthusiasm. Salary The position offers a monthly salary ranging from ₦150,000 to ₦200,000. The application deadline is August 31, 2026.

Politics

Oshiomhole Raises Concern Over Neglected Federal Roads

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Former Edo State Governor and Senator representing Edo North, Adams Oshiomhole, has accused the Minister of Works, David Umahi, of neglecting critical federal roads in Edo and Delta states, urging the Senate to call for a more equitable distribution of road infrastructure projects across the country. Speaking during plenary, Oshiomhole expressed concern over the deteriorating condition of major highways linking Edo and Delta, despite the Federal Government’s approval of several new road projects. He questioned the decision to embark on additional road projects while many existing federal highways remain in poor condition. “The Federal Minister of Works needs to be guided. Whereas we have many existing roads that are in terrible condition, new roads are being proposed when the existing ones have not been properly addressed. Just three weeks ago, about 20 new roads were approved,” he said. The senator alleged that Edo and Delta states have suffered unfair treatment in the allocation of federal road infrastructure, pointing to the deplorable state of the Benin–Warri, Benin–Asaba, Benin–Auchi and Auchi–Okene highways. “Yet, between Edo and Delta States, there is a manifest bias in the actions of the Minister of Works. You cannot travel from Benin to Warri; you cannot travel from Benin to Asaba; you cannot travel from Benin to Auchi; and you cannot travel from Auchi to Okene without encountering serious challenges. What have we done wrong?” Oshiomhole asked. He further claimed that the minister has repeatedly failed to make budgetary provisions for the affected road corridors, adding that ongoing interventions were only made possible after President Bola Tinubu approved the use of tax credits to fund parts of the projects. “I believe the Minister has consistently demonstrated that there is no federal allocation for these critical roads. It is only through Mr. President’s goodwill that he directed the use of tax credits to address part of this section. Otherwise, in the budgets of the past three years, despite the first motion moved under your leadership to draw the Minister’s attention to the matter, the Federal Minister of Works has deliberately failed to include the portions bordering Edo and Delta States in the national budget,” he said. Oshiomhole appealed to the Senate leadership to urge the Minister of Works to adopt a more balanced and national approach to the execution of federal road projects. “Therefore, I plead with you to urge the Minister to be more balanced and to adopt a truly national outlook in carrying out his responsibilities,” he added.

Politics

Bill Seeking Mandatory Drug Tests for Truck Drivers Passes Through Reps

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The House of Representatives is considering a bill that would require truck drivers across Nigeria to undergo mandatory drug tests every six months as part of efforts to reduce the rising number of tanker and trailer accidents on the country’s roads. The proposed legislation was disclosed on Tuesday by the lawmaker representing Nnewi North/Nnewi South/Ekwusigo Federal Constituency in Anambra State, Peter Uzokwe, who is sponsoring the bill. Speaking during an interactive session with key stakeholders in the downstream petroleum sector, including the Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN), the Major Energies Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN), and the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Uzokwe said substance abuse among truck drivers is a major contributor to accidents involving heavy-duty vehicles. He explained that the bill, which is scheduled for its second and third readings in the House, seeks to make routine drug screening compulsory for all truck drivers. “It is in my bill, coming up for second and third reading, that all truck drivers should be tested for drugs at least once every six months,” he said. Uzokwe argued that driver training alone cannot prevent accidents if drivers operate vehicles while under the influence of illicit substances. “You can train a driver who is a drug addict. He may drive well, but once the substance takes control, he will no longer drive the way he was trained. “You can see the trailer and tanker accidents we are having. These are things that can be prevented if drivers are in their right senses,” he added. The proposed legislation forms part of broader efforts by lawmakers to improve road safety and reduce fatalities resulting from accidents involving heavy-duty vehicles across Nigeria.

Business, Energy

Iranian Missile Launches Push Oil Prices Higher

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Global oil prices climbed by more than three per cent during early Asian trading on Wednesday after the United States military said it intercepted several missiles launched by Iran, heightening concerns over escalating tensions in the Middle East. As of 0015 GMT, US benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained 3.67 per cent to trade at $82.17 per barrel, while Brent crude, the international benchmark, rose 3.39 per cent to $86.94 per barrel. The sharp increase reflects market fears that renewed hostilities in the region could disrupt global energy supplies, particularly through critical shipping routes. Despite the growing tensions, US President Donald Trump expressed optimism that diplomatic efforts could still help resolve the conflict, which reportedly began in late February. “I have a lot of patience… We’ll see what happens,” Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One. “I think there is a good chance that something could happen.” Meanwhile, reports indicate that Oman and Iran are working toward an agreement to restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway that carries about one-fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports. The latest developments have kept global energy markets on edge, with analysts warning that any disruption to oil exports through the Gulf could have significant consequences for global oil prices and energy supply.

Business, Economy

Africa’s Top Economic Leaders Gather in Abuja for Emerging Markets Forum

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Senior policymakers, financial experts and business leaders from across Africa have gathered in Abuja for the seventh African Emerging Markets Forum, where discussions are centred on strengthening the continent’s resilience amid rising global economic uncertainty. The forum, taking place at the headquarters of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has attracted top government officials, including CBN Governor Oluyemi Cardoso, National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu and Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service, Zacch Adedeji. Participants from several African countries are attending the event, while the Director-General of the World Trade Organization, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, is also expected to participate. Held under the theme, “Building Resilience Amidst Geoeconomic Uncertainties,” the forum is providing a platform for policymakers, economists and financial experts to discuss strategies for navigating global and domestic economic volatility, while exploring ways to increase investment and deepen financial inclusion across the continent. In his welcome address, the CBN Deputy Governor for Corporate Services, Muhammad Abdullahi, acknowledged the growing pressure that global economic developments have placed on emerging markets. Despite the challenges, Abdullahi said the current economic climate presents an opportunity for African countries to strengthen their fiscal and monetary policies. He noted that while ongoing disruptions in global markets continue to affect developing economies, they also offer a chance to implement reforms that could improve economic stability and long-term growth.

Foreign Affairs

Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Added to Russia’s Wanted List

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Russian authorities have declared Telegram founder Pavel Durov wanted, accusing him of allowing the messaging platform to be used by Ukrainian intelligence agencies and extremist groups. According to the Federal Security Service (FSB), Telegram’s management failed to remove several channels, group chats and bots allegedly used by Ukrainian intelligence operatives, as well as terrorist and extremist organisations. The FSB claimed that Ukrainian security agencies exploited a Telegram dating chatbot to lure and recruit Russian citizens for what it described as sabotage and terrorist activities. The agency said 46 users of the chatbot, aged between 12 and 22, have been arrested across Russia over the past year on allegations including attacks on law enforcement officers, arson and other criminal offences. Based on the allegations, the FSB announced that Durov has been placed on an international wanted list. Shortly after the announcement, Telegram’s official account on X posted an image of Durov raising his middle finger, a gesture widely interpreted as a response to the accusations. Durov, 41, has previously accused Russian authorities of fabricating reasons to restrict citizens’ access to Telegram. Telegram remains one of the most widely used messaging platforms in Russia, with tens of millions of users. However, the Russian government has increasingly tightened restrictions on the app while promoting MAX, a state-backed “super app,” as an alternative. Telegram also has a large user base in Ukraine. Durov left Russia in 2014 after refusing government demands to shut down opposition groups on the platform. Before launching Telegram, he founded VKontakte (VK), Russia’s largest social networking site, often described as the country’s equivalent of Facebook.

Foreign Affairs

US to halt visa services in Abuja, 24 other African cities (Full list)

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The United States has announced a major restructuring of its visa operations across Africa, ending routine visa services at its embassy in Abuja and 24 other diplomatic missions from August 1, 2026. The US Department of State said the move is part of a broader effort to strengthen national security, reduce government spending, and standardise visa screening, vetting and adjudication processes across its overseas missions. In a statement, the department said the realignment reflects the Trump administration’s commitment to prioritising the safety of Americans while ensuring US diplomatic resources are used more efficiently. “The Department of State is constantly evaluating its overseas operations in order to advance America’s priorities as efficiently and effectively as possible. This includes a visa process that maintains rigorous standards of security screening and vetting and aligns resources and operational capacity with America’s national interests,” the statement said. It added that protecting Americans remains the administration’s highest priority and assured that embassies and consulates worldwide would continue providing appropriate consular services. Besides Abuja, routine visa services will also be discontinued at US diplomatic missions in Asmara, Bamako, Banjul, Brazzaville, Bujumbura, Conakry, Cotonou, Durban, Freetown, Gaborone, Harare, Juba, Libreville, Lilongwe, Lusaka, Maputo, Maseru, Mbabane, N’Djamena, Niamey, Nouakchott, Ouagadougou and Windhoek. The State Department clarified that the operational status of the affected embassies and consulates remains unchanged and that they will continue carrying out their diplomatic and consular responsibilities. It also stressed that the policy does not affect visas that have already been issued. The realignment covers several immigrant visa categories, including immediate relative (IR), family preference (FP), employment-based (EB), fiancé(e) (K) visas, adoption cases, diversity visas and follow-to-join asylee and refugee (V92/V93) applications. According to the department, similar regional hub arrangements have already been successfully implemented in parts of Africa and Europe. Meanwhile, routine visa processing will continue at designated US embassies and consulates, including Lagos, Abidjan, Accra, Addis Ababa, Cape Town, Dakar, Dar es Salaam, Djibouti, Johannesburg, Kampala, Kigali, Kinshasa, Lomé, Luanda, Malabo, Monrovia, Nairobi, Port Louis, Praia and Yaoundé. These hub locations will handle all routine non-immigrant visas, including tourist, business and petition-based applications, as well as immigrant visa services. The State Department noted that existing visa restrictions imposed under Presidential Proclamation 10998, visa bond requirements and pauses on immigrant visas for certain nationalities remain in effect. Applicants from countries affected by the changes who intend to apply for US visas from August 1, 2026, have been advised to book appointments and pay the required visa fees at their designated visa processing hubs. The decision is expected to significantly affect Nigerian applicants, who will now need to process routine visa applications through the US Consulate in Lagos or other designated regional hubs, as Abuja will no longer offer routine visa services. Nigeria remains one of Africa’s largest sources of US visa applications, with Abuja and Lagos previously serving as the country’s two primary processing centres.

Governance

FG Breaches Borrowing Ceiling, Adds ₦12.62tn Debt

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The Federal Government exceeded its 2024 borrowing target by N4.79 trillion after a larger-than-expected budget deficit forced it to seek additional financing, according to the Budget Office of the Federation. The Fourth Quarter and Consolidated Budget Implementation Report for 2024 showed that total new borrowings rose to N12.62 trillion, surpassing the approved borrowing target of N7.83 trillion by N4.79 trillion, representing an increase of 61.2 per cent. The increase followed a significant revenue shortfall that pushed the fiscal deficit to N13.51 trillion, well above the budgeted N9.18 trillion. According to the report, the Federal Government generated N20.98 trillion in revenue during the year, falling N4.90 trillion short of the projected N25.88 trillion. Meanwhile, total expenditure reached N34.49 trillion, just N561.29 billion below the approved spending estimate of N35.06 trillion, indicating that the wider deficit resulted primarily from weaker revenue rather than excessive spending. While domestic borrowing remained on target at N6.06 trillion, foreign borrowing climbed from the budgeted N1.77 trillion to N3.37 trillion, exceeding projections by N1.60 trillion. In addition, the Federal Government received N3.19 trillion in budget support, despite making no provision for it in the 2024 budget. Combined, domestic borrowing, foreign borrowing and budget support raised total new borrowings to N12.62 trillion. The report further revealed that new borrowings financed approximately 36 per cent of the 2024 budget, underlining the government’s continued reliance on debt to fund public expenditure. It also noted that expected privatisation proceeds of N298.49 billion were not realised during the fiscal year. Although total revenue increased by 68.11 per cent from N12.48 trillion in 2023 to N20.98 trillion in 2024, it still fell nearly 19 per cent below the annual target. Oil revenue remained the weakest performer, with gross earnings of N15.07 trillion, about N4.93 trillion below budget. The shortfall was attributed to lower-than-expected crude oil prices and production levels. Non-oil revenue, however, outperformed expectations. Gross non-oil revenue reached N16.09 trillion, exceeding the budget estimate by N5.29 trillion, driven by stronger collections from Company Income Tax, Value Added Tax, the Electronic Money Transfer Levy and Customs revenue. On expenditure, non-debt recurrent spending stood at N8.53 trillion, below budget, while debt servicing costs surged. Total debt expenditure rose to N12.36 trillion, exceeding the budgeted N8.27 trillion by 52.71 per cent, reflecting the growing cost of servicing Nigeria’s debt obligations. The report also showed that N5.81 trillion was released for capital projects during the year, but utilisation lagged behind. As of June 30, 2025, Ministries, Departments and Agencies had utilised N3.27 trillion, representing 81.91 per cent of the funds released and cash-backed. Nigeria’s debt burden also continued to rise. Total public debt increased to N144.67 trillion by the end of December 2024, pushing the debt-to-GDP ratio to 61.22 per cent well above Nigeria’s self-imposed threshold of 40 per cent and the international benchmark of 56 per cent for comparable economies. Despite the fiscal challenges, the Budget Office expressed confidence that ongoing reforms aimed at improving tax administration, boosting non-oil revenue, reducing leakages and strengthening remittances from government-owned enterprises would reduce the country’s dependence on borrowing over the medium term. Reacting to the report, Chief Executive Officer of CSA Advisory, Aliyu Ilias, warned that the sharp rise in borrowing could worsen inflation and increase the cost of living if not properly managed. He argued that while borrowing can support economic growth, the real concern is ensuring that borrowed funds are invested productively. Similarly, Chief Economist of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group, Dr Olusegun Omisakin, maintained that borrowing itself is not the problem but rather how the funds are utilised. He said Nigeria’s debt indicators remain manageable compared to many economies, provided borrowed funds are channelled into projects that deliver tangible economic returns. Chief Executive Officer of the Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise, Muda Yusuf, also urged the government to curb the growth of public debt through stronger revenue generation and greater fiscal discipline. He noted that ongoing tax reforms could help ease the country’s reliance on borrowing if effectively implemented. The issue has also sparked public debate. Former Central Bank Governor Muhammadu Sanusi II recently questioned the government’s continued borrowing despite the removal of fuel subsidy, warning that weak fiscal discipline could undermine the benefits of ongoing reforms. The Presidency defended the borrowing strategy, insisting it is intended to finance critical infrastructure, while Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele argued that the focus should be on the purpose, cost and expected returns of borrowing rather than the size of the debt alone. He, however, acknowledged that Nigeria must ultimately build a more sustainable fiscal system that relies less on borrowing to fund development.

Entertainment

BBNaija Season 11 Kicks Off, Housemates Battle for ₦160m

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The eleventh season of Big Brother Naija has officially commenced, with 24 contestants stepping into Biggie’s house to compete for the show’s record ₦160 million grand prize. The new season, themed “Show Ya Sef,” was unveiled on Sunday night by longtime host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu. The housemates introduced during the launch include Tram, Temi Nkem, Martins, Abi, Chimsom Chuka, Keivo, Mercedes, Kamsi, Sultex, Aikou, Flora, Bells, Gerard, Oyin, Sheba, Araga, Ricky, Nomy, Barry, Neche, Yusuf, Goddessa, Bluethopia and Cassi. Several contestants wasted no time outlining their goals, stressing that their focus is on winning the competition rather than pursuing romantic relationships. Twenty-four-year-old Lagos-based streamer Tram said he entered the house solely to compete for the prize, adding that romance would not distract him from his objective. Similarly, 21-year-old model Temi Nkem expressed confidence in her approach, saying she intends to play the game according to her own strategy. Martins, a visual storyteller and model from Kogi State, said he is eager to enjoy the experience while giving his best in the race for the grand prize. The reality show will run for 72 days, with the eventual winner walking away with a prize package valued at ₦160 million.