Italy Forces Meta to Allow Other AIs on WhatsApp
Italian regulators order Meta to suspend new terms that lock WhatsApp's 3B+ users into Meta AI. An EU antitrust probe is also underway. Read the latest on the tech giant's market dominance battle.
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Australia Probes Security After Bondi Beach Attack
PM Albanese orders review of police and intelligence services after a deadly ISIS-inspired shooting at a Jewish festival in Sydney. A father-son duo is accused.
US Suspends Green Card Processing for Nigerians
The Trump administration has suspended green card and citizenship applications for Nigerians and other nationals under an expanded travel ban. Learn the full list of affected countries and the reasons behind this major policy shift.
US Halts Nigerian Green Card, Citizenship Applications
US immigration authorities suspend green card and citizenship processing for Nigerians and other nationals under an expanded travel ban. Full list of affected countries inside.
RECMA Ranks SBI Media Nigeria's Top Independent Agency
SBI Media Group is now Nigeria's largest independent media agency and second overall, per RECMA's 2024 ranking. It achieved 266% growth in 3 years. Read more.
Grassroots Media Group Backs Tinubu, Counters Misinformation
Tinubu Media Force declares strong support for President Bola Tinubu's administration and vows to counter misinformation while promoting the Renewed Hope Agenda nationwide.
TikTok Signs US Deal to Avoid Ban After $620m EU Fine
TikTok and ByteDance agree to a US joint venture with Oracle and others to protect data and avoid a ban. The app, with over 1 billion users, faces global scrutiny over Chinese ownership and teen safety.
Nigeria Bans Wood Export to Curb Deforestation
The Federal Government has imposed an immediate ban on wood and charcoal exports, revoking all licenses to protect Nigeria's forests. Learn the details and legal backing of this decisive environmental move.
Facebook Trials £9.99 Fee for Posting Links
Meta begins testing a subscription model limiting Facebook users to two link posts monthly. Pay £9.99 or more for unlimited links. Experts warn of risks for creators and businesses.
Lai Mohammed: Why Twitter Ban Was My Toughest Decision
Former Minister Lai Mohammed opens up on the difficult 2021 suspension of Twitter, citing national security. Read the full story behind the controversial decision.
US Travel Ban Blocks Nigerian Wife from Joining American Husband
An American travel creator shares his heartbreak as the new US travel ban prevents his Nigerian wife from joining him. Learn how the policy change affects families.
7 Countries Previously Banned from AFCON Tournament
Explore the seven African nations, including Nigeria and Morocco, that have faced suspensions from the Africa Cup of Nations due to rule violations and political interference.
Federal Government Imposes Total Ban on Wood Export
Nigeria bans all wood exports to fight illegal logging. Minister Balarabe Lawal announces the policy, citing environmental protection. Read the full details and implications.
Shehu Sani Reacts to US Visa Restrictions on Nigeria
Former Senator Shehu Sani says the expanded US visa restrictions target ordinary Nigerians, sending a clear message that migrants from developing nations are not welcome. Get the full analysis.
Man Suggests 3 Harsh Penalties for Peller After Arrest
A Nigerian man's strong recommendations for streamer Habeeb Hamzat (Peller) after his police arrest spark reactions online. Read the full story and public opinion.
Syrian migrant hailed as hero after stopping Bondi attack
Ahmed al Ahmed, a Syrian fruit seller, is a global hero after disarming a gunman in Australia's Bondi Beach shooting. His hometown in Syria celebrates his bravery. Read his inspiring story.
Australia PM: Bondi Beach Attack Driven by ISIS Ideology
Australian PM Anthony Albanese says a father and son, motivated by Islamic State ideology, killed 15 in a Bondi Beach shooting. Read details on the investigation and calls for stricter gun laws.
Mother's defence after son's Bondi terror attack kills 16
The mother of a terrorist who killed 16 at a Hanukkah event in Sydney says her son was a 'good boy'. Get the full details on the shocking attack and the investigation into IS links.
Meta Integrates Major News Outlets into AI Assistant
Meta announces new AI feature pulling real-time news from CNN, Fox News & more for Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp users. Discover how this shapes your news feed.
UNESCO Media Literacy Centre Launch: February 2026
Nigeria's Federal Government announces a February 2026 start date for the world's first UNESCO Media and Information Literacy Centre in Abuja. Learn how this hub will combat fake news globally.
TikTok to Block Under-16s in Australia from Dec 10
TikTok will comply with Australia's new social media ban for under-16s starting December 10. The law, a world-first, imposes heavy fines. Read how this affects Nigerian youth and global policy.
OpenAI to build $4.6bn AI centre in Australia
OpenAI partners with NextDC for a $4.6 billion AI campus in Sydney, promising thousands of jobs and renewable energy use. Discover the economic impact.
Delta Police Tighten Ban on Fireworks for Yuletide
Delta State Police Commissioner Olufemi Abaniwonda orders strict enforcement of the fireworks ban to prevent crime during Christmas. Parents and traders warned. Read more.
Meta Suspends Activists for Tanzania Election Killings Posts
Meta suspends Instagram accounts of Tanzanian activists Mange Kimambi and Maria Sarungi Tsehai for posting images of election violence. Over 1,000 reportedly killed. Read the full story.
Meta Begins Removing Under-16s in Australia Ahead of Ban
Meta starts removing under-16s from Instagram & Facebook in Australia ahead of new law. Global trend begins as other nations watch. Read full details.
EU Investigates Meta Over WhatsApp AI Competition
The European Union has opened an antitrust investigation into Meta, concerned its new WhatsApp AI policy may stifle competition. This marks the bloc's latest move to regulate Big Tech.
#EndSARS, Twitter Ban Changed How Nigerians Get News
An expert reveals how major societal disruptions like #EndSARS protests and the Twitter ban transformed news consumption in Nigeria, eroding trust in traditional media and empowering citizen journalism.
YouTube Slams Australia's Social Media Ban for Under-16s
YouTube attacks Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s, calling it 'rushed' and warning it will make children less safe online. Read the full details and implications.
Chinese AI Smart Glasses Eye Overseas Market Conquest
Chinese tech firms like Rokid and Xiaomi are leveraging AI to launch smart glasses, aiming to challenge Meta's global dominance. Sales in China soared 116% in 2025. Discover the key players and tech behind this wearable revolution.
Masquerade Arrested in Akwa Ibom Defying Governor's Ban
Akwa Ibom police enforce Governor Umo Eno's ban, arresting a masquerade. The ban aims to curb criminal attacks disguised as cultural performances. Read the full story.
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