Nigeria is Africa's 5th Best English-Speaking Country
The 2025 EF English Proficiency Index ranks Nigeria 5th in Africa and 29th globally. The report assessed 123 countries using data from 2.2 million test-takers.
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Nigeria 5th Best English-Speaking Country in Africa
Nigeria ranks 29th globally in the 2025 EF English Proficiency Index, placing 5th in Africa. Discover the key factors behind the nation's strong English language skills and see the full top 10 list.
Peller to Return to School, Regrets Bad English
Nigerian streamer Peller reveals plans to study arts at university, expressing regret over his inability to speak English fluently. The decision follows his breakup with Jarvis.
Tonto Dikeh responds to backlash over speaking in tongues video
Nollywood star Tonto Dikeh claps back at critics of her viral speaking in tongues video, highlighting perceived social media hypocrisy. Read her full response and see what supporters and detractors are saying.
Bishop Warns Clerics Criticizing Tonto Dikeh's Faith
Bishop Irabor Wisdom defends actress Tonto Dikeh against Christian critics of her public spirituality. He urges clerics to focus on their own congregations' growth. Read the full story.
U.S. Visa Ban Threatens Nigeria-US Air Travel, Airlines Warn
Nigeria's aviation sector braces for a sharp drop in passenger traffic as U.S. visa restrictions take effect January 2026. Experts warn of economic fallout for airlines and travel agencies. Read more.
Trump Orders US Strikes on ISIS in Nigeria
US President Donald Trump announced deadly military strikes against ISIS terrorists in Northwest Nigeria on Christmas, citing attacks on Christians. Read the full details.
Elon Musk's Wealth Hits $749bn, Widens Lead
Elon Musk's net worth surges to $749 billion, making him nearly $500 billion richer than Larry Page. Discover the Tesla and SpaceX deals behind this historic wealth leap.
Philip Asiodu's Legacy of Truth in Public Service
Explore the enduring legacy of Philip Asiodu, a civil service icon whose courage to speak truth to power shaped Nigeria's governance. Discover lessons for today's leaders.
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.
15-Year-Old's Fluent English with Oyibo Barber Wows Nigerians
A 15-year-old boy from Akwa Ibom has gone viral for his intelligent conversation with a foreign barber. His fluent English and thoughtful answers have sparked pride and positive reactions online. Watch the video!
Exeter University Offers 10 Fully-Funded Masters Scholarships
The University of Exeter announces 10 fully-funded A.S. Hornby Scholarships for English teachers from eligible countries for 2026/2027. Apply before February 9, 2026.
PEBEC 2025 Report: Best and Worst Performing MDAs Revealed
PEBEC's 2025 report exposes a sharp divide in government agency performance. NCDMB leads, while ARCON scores a dismal 3%. Discover which MDAs are driving or hindering Nigeria's business environment.
PEBEC 2025 Report: Top and Bottom Performing MDAs Revealed
PEBEC's 2025 BFA report reveals a sharp divide: NCDMB, NDLEA, and NCC excel, while ARCON and NIMC lag. Discover which agencies are driving—or hindering—Nigeria's business climate.
Salah: 'I'm on the bench and I don't know why'
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah expresses shock and disappointment at being benched, feeling made a scapegoat for the team's struggles. Read his full emotional outburst.
Lagos Named Nigeria's Most Business-Friendly State
Lagos State leads Nigeria's 2025 Subnational Ease of Doing Business ranking with an 85.6% score. Discover the top states and federal MDAs driving reform.
Akwa Ibom is Nigeria's Cleanest State for 2025
Akwa Ibom State has been ranked Nigeria's cleanest state for 2025. The report also reveals a worrying decline in national sanitation and public health indicators. Read more and see the full rankings.
2026 Ranking: Top 10 Private Nigerian Universities
Covenant University leads Nigeria's top private universities in the 2026 AD Scientific Index. See the full list and discover which new institutions are rising fast.
Kelani wins 2025 Ikeja Golf Club Championship
Amusa Kelani clinched the 2025 Ikeja Golf Club Championship title, dedicating his victory to his caddie. Read about his winning score, prizes, and the tournament's new three-day format.
Father Criticizes Kids' Slang on Family WhatsApp Group
A Nigerian father's plea for proper English in his family's WhatsApp group goes viral. His graduate children prefer Pidgin and slang, sparking a debate on language and identity. Read the full story and reactions.
Arteta Hails Arsenal's Resilience in Chelsea Draw
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised his injury-hit squad after battling to a crucial 1-1 draw against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. The Gunners remain top of Premier League despite missing key players.
AfDB approves $500m loan for Nigeria's budget
African Development Bank approves $500 million budget support for Nigeria to boost non-oil revenues and energy sector reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's economic growth.
Madueke warns Chelsea ahead of Premier League clash
Arsenal winger Noni Madueke sends strong message to Chelsea ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash after scoring in Gunners' 3-1 Champions League win over Bayern Munich.
Canada Warns Citizens: Avoid Non-Essential Nigeria Travel
Canada warns citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Nigeria due to terrorism, kidnappings, and crime. Exercise high caution in Lagos and Calabar. Stay informed.
Nigerian Clubs Fail to Make CAF Top 20 Ranking
Egypt's Al Ahly tops the latest CAF club rankings, while Nigerian clubs are absent from the top 20. Rivers United is the highest-ranked Nigerian side at 24th. Discover the full analysis.
Nigeria reverses mother tongue education policy
Educator Oluwafemi Popoola explains why Nigeria reversed its 2022 National Language Policy. Data showed children struggled, prompting a return to English for instruction while keeping indigenous languages as subjects.
Peter Obi Decries Nigeria's Worsening Insecurity Crisis
Peter Obi questions Nigeria's leadership failure amid multiple kidnappings and attacks. Read his strong condemnation of the security situation and institutional decline.
Peter Obi Tackles Leaders Over Nigeria's Insecurity Wave
Peter Obi questions if Nigeria is cursed or its leaders are the curse following devastating attacks, kidnappings, and security failures across multiple states in 10 days.
Trump threatens aid cut over Nigeria Christian killings
US President Donald Trump threatens to cut aid to Nigeria over ongoing Christian killings and mass abductions. Latest attacks in Kebbi, Kwara, Niger states spark international concern.
Man United Saturday Fixture Blackout Until 2026
Manchester United faces unprecedented Saturday Premier League absence until January 2026 due to TV scheduling and European commitments. Discover the full fixture reshuffle details.
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