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The African comic book scene is exploding with fresh stories, bold artwork, and diverse narratives that are redefining the global comic industry. From superhero sagas to sci-fi adventures, these comics blend African culture, mythology, and modern storytelling in ways you won’t find anywhere else.Whether you’re a longtime comic book fan or new to the space, here are five must-read African comics that deserve a spot on your shelf.Olila Origins by Alex Lielacher, Olila Lielacher, Mutendei Nabutete & Daniel MuliIf you pick up just one African comic this year, make it Olila Origins. This groundbreaking superhero story follows Olila and his…

Former Manchester United and England striker, Andy Cole, has advised Nigeria-eligible teenager, Chido Obi-Martin, on how to make it through at Old Trafford, Soccernet.ng reports. The 17-year-old came on in the 67th minute against Fulham in the FA Cup, and despite Manchester United’s woeful performance, the youngsters’ cameo turned a few heads as they praised him. Chido Obi-Martin joined Manchester United from Arsenal last summer, and Cole, who won five English Premier League titles, was full of praise for the Nigeria-eligible forward. A dejected Chido Obi-Martin during the Manchester United FC v Fulham FC Emirates FA Cup Round 5 match…

The relationship between France and Nigeria has no doubt, assumed a stronger dimension in the last one year, a development that sceptics attributed to the face-off between France and some Francophone African countries. In this interview with BRIDGET CHIEDU ONOCHIE, French Ambassador to Nigeria, Marc Fonbaustier, dismissed any political undertone. According to him, both countries simply share the same interests and values. He also highlighted areas of mutual benefits as well as his country’s stance on the diplomatic and political situations in Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso. What is your view about the visit of Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed…

Armed personnel from the Air Force Base in Ikeja, Lagos on Thursday assaulted a correspondent of PUNCH Newspapers, Dare Olawin. The military men attacked the headquarters of the Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company opposite MITV , Ikeja, Lagos around 7:40 am. Our correspondent was at the office to attend an event at Adiyan. Journalists were to gather at the office from where they were expected to proceed to Adiyan in Ogun State for the unveiling of a solar project. The military men sighted our correspondent, alongside a TVC cameraman and one other reporter in a coaster bus. They were beaten and…

Adewole Adebayo was the Presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the 2023 General elections. In this interview, he tells LEO SOBECHI that Nigerians should seek consensus on the qualities of a good president instead talking about political alliances to grab power. Some tendencies, especially in the North Western part of this country, are clamouring for an alliance with the South as a basis to stabilise the country politically. Do you buy into that kind of thinking? Well, for me, Nigeria is just one constituency. For someone who is running to be president, there’s only one constituency,…

Agency The Federal Executive Council has approved a contract worth N10.3 billion for various medical products aimed at improving accessible and affordable healthcare services for Nigerians. The Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Ali Pate, disclosed this while briefing State House correspondents after the fourth FEC meeting of the year, held on Wednesday. “The first category is N997 million for the contract to procure third line antiretroviral drugs for those who are HIV infected. “I believe you will understand the importance of this, given the changes in global health financing and moving towards domestic financing to allow Nigerians to…

Fireboy DML does not only sing about emotions, he makes you feel them. “Hell and Back“ is a song filled with the pain of heartbreak. Now, with the visuals, he brings the full picture to life. The video opens with a car engulfed in flames. Before everything burns, we see how it got there. The scene rewinds to Fireboy and his love interest waking up from a crash, shaken but alive. The accident was not random. It was the result of a heated argument, a relationship that spun out of control before crashing completely. The lyrics tell the story of…

North London side Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly eyeing a move for Super Eagles attacker Ademola Lookman, Soccernet.ng reports. Per Givemesport, Tottenham, potentially biting off more than they can chew, will battle Premier League giants like Arsenal and Liverpool, who have previously been linked to the forward. Lookman, who continues to impress for Atalanta BC, has been at the centre of transfer speculation, with several clubs vying for his services. READ MORE: Adding fuel to the fire, Lookman was criticised by his manager, Gian Piero Gasperini, straining their relationship and further sparking rumours of his departure. The 13th-placed Premier League side…

54 mins ago Leaders in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have pleaded with the 2023 governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, popularly known as JANDOR, to rescind his decision to quit the party. The delegation, led by the National Secretary of the PDP, Ude Okoye, included prominent party chieftains such as former… 1 hour ago Former Kano State Governor, Ibrahim Shekarau, has expressed willingness to join forces with the presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) in the 2023 poll, Dr. Musa Kwankwaso, ahead of the 2027 general elections.  3 hours ago…

President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order as soon as Thursday instructing his newly confirmed Education Secretary Linda McMahon to dismantle the department she now leads, US media has reported. The Wall Street Journal cited a draft of the executive order circulating Wednesday, which directs McMahon to “take all necessary steps to facilitate the closure of the Education Department” based on “the maximum extent appropriate and permitted by law.” Trump, 78, promised to decentralize education as he campaigned for a return to the White House, saying he would devolve the department’s powers to state governments. The US…