Lagos, Nigeria — Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido has officially joined the Recording Academy as a voting member, granting him the right to participate in selecting winners for the prestigious GRAMMY Awards beginning with the 2026 edition.   The announcement marks another milestone in Davido’s global music journey, following his recent GRAMMY nominations and international collaborations that have expanded the reach of Afrobeats worldwide.   Industry experts say Davido’s inclusion not only recognizes his artistic achievements but also positions Nigerian and African music for stronger representation on the global stage.   The singer joins a growing list of African artists who have secured voting rights at the Recording Academy, reflecting the continent’s increasing influence in global music culture.

Khartoum, Sudan – Sudan is facing a worsening dengue fever outbreak as the country’s fragile healthcare system continues to collapse under the strain of prolonged conflict.   Health officials report a surge in cases across multiple states, with hospitals struggling to cope due to shortages of medical supplies, power cuts, and damaged facilities. The war, now in its second year, has left millions displaced and exposed to poor sanitation and unsafe living conditions, creating fertile ground for the spread of the mosquito-borne disease.   Aid agencies warn that without urgent intervention, the outbreak could escalate further, threatening thousands of lives. Limited access to clean water, inadequate waste management, and the breakdown of vector control programs have exacerbated the crisis.   The World Health Organization (WHO) and local health authorities are calling for international support to deliver essential medicines, strengthen disease surveillance, and restore basic healthcare infrastructure.

More than ten years after insurgency forced the relocation of the Federal College of Agriculture from Guj to Damaturu, residents of Gujba Local Government Area in Yobe State are appealing to the state government to bring the institution back.   Correspondent Maryam Abdul-aziz Usman reports from Gujba that although relative peace has returned, the absence of the college continues to deepen the community’s social and economic wounds left by the conflict.   Once a vibrant academic hub, the old campus in Gujba now stands abandoned—its buildings overtaken by bushes and converted into farmlands.    Residents describe the sight as a painful reminder of how years of insecurity shattered their dreams and disrupted education.   Community members told AncoNews that without access to affordable tertiary education, many local youths remain idle after completing secondary school.    Poverty and the high cost of transportation to and from Damaturu have made further education nearly impossible.   Residents warn that this lack of opportunity is fueling social vices such as drug abuse, early marriage, and youth violence.    Some elders fear that continued neglect could expose frustrated young people to extremist recruitment once again if urgent measures are not taken.

The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has condemned recent attacks on Fulani herders in Kaduna State, accusing the government of failing to protect lives and property despite prior warnings about the impending violence. In a strongly worded statement issued on Monday by its State Chairman, Alhaji Abdulhamid Musa Albarka, the association said that compensation for the victims is not just a moral obligation, but also a constitutional right, given the government’s alleged failure to prevent or respond to the attacks. According to MACBAN, Suleiman Idris was murdered in cold blood, while Yusuf Abdullahi, Hamidu Dauda, and Ibrahim Hassan sustained severe and permanent injuries after being ambushed by armed militias in Tanda Village, located in Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The association called on the authorities to launch a thorough investigation and bring the perpetrators to justice, stressing that such attacks must not be allowed to continue unchecked.

Kazaure, Jigawa State, – Imran Lawan, a young innovator from Kazaure Local Government Area of Jigawa State, has made history as the first Northerner to win the prestigious Supernova Award, securing his spot to represent Nigeria at the global stage in Dubai.   Imran received the honor during the GITEX technology summit held in Lagos, Nigeria, in early September 2025. The award not only highlights his exceptional talent but also places his name among the world’s leading innovators in technology.   This remarkable achievement underscores the growing impact of Nigerian youth, especially from the North, in the global technology ecosystem. It also reaffirms that the country is home to brilliant minds capable of competing internationally in the field of innovation.

Olayemi Cardoso, and his Angolan counterpart, Mr Manuel Antonio Tiago Dias, jointly signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen bilateral technical cooperation and strengthen cross-border financial supervision between the two institutions on Thursday in Washington, DC, United State.   The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Bank of Angola, on Thursday, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster closer bilateral relations and enhance capacity in central banking operations

Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria – The management of Kwara United Football Club has announced the dismissal of its head coach, Kabiru Dogo, following a string of poor results in both the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) and the CAF Confederation Cup qualifiers.   In a statement issued on Sunday, the club’s media department confirmed that the decision was reached after an emergency meeting between the management and the Kwara State Sports Commission, citing “unsatisfactory performance and lack of tactical direction” as key reasons.   Kwara United suffered back-to-back defeats, including a 2-0 loss in their NPFL opener and a 3-1 aggregate defeat in the Confederation Cup qualifiers, which sealed the coach’s fate.   “We appreciate Coach Kabiru Dogo for his commitment and service to the club, but the current results do not align with our vision for the season,” the statement read.   The club announced that assistant coach Adewale Yusuf will take over in an interim capacity while a new head coach is being considered.   Fans have expressed mixed reactions to the sacking, with some supporting the decision as necessary for a mid-season turnaround, while others believe Dogo deserved more time to rebuild the team.

Accra, Ghana – Members of Parliament from Ghana’s Ashanti Region representing the New Patriotic Party (NPP) have strongly refuted recent claims by Gabby Otchere-Darko, a leading party figure, suggesting that their region received preferential treatment in road project allocations.   In a joint statement issued on Tuesday, the MPs described Gabby’s assertions as “misleading and divisive,” insisting that infrastructure development in the Ashanti Region has lagged behind other areas despite being the ruling party’s stronghold.   “It is inaccurate to suggest the Ashanti Region has been favored. Many of our communities still lack drivable roads, and contractors have abandoned projects due to delayed payments,” the statement read.   The MPs urged the government to address regional disparities in infrastructure and prioritize projects based on economic and social impact rather than political considerations.   Political analysts say the public disagreement exposes growing internal tensions within the NPP as the party gears up for the 2026 general elections.

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has confirmed that Ethiopian Airlines has paid the sanction fee imposed on it earlier this year for violations related to consumer protection.   The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the NCAA, Michael Achimugu, announced this via his official X (Twitter) account on Monday.   According to him, the payment means that all three international airlines sanctioned by the Authority in 2025 have now fully complied with the penalties imposed.   The NCAA has consistently emphasized the importance of airlines adhering to consumer protection regulations, especially regarding ticket refunds, flight delays or cancellations, and service quality.