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Abuja To Host I Believe Carnival Nigeria 2026, Africa Trade Expo in November

Abuja will host the I Believe Carnival and African Trade Expo this November.
Abuja to host the 2026 I Believe Carnival and Africa Trade Expo in November.

The Rise of a New Dawn: Kaduna Set to Host 2026 BloomFest Experience

Abuja to Host Maiden Afrocentric Cultural Expo, Targets $300m Economic Impact

Ondo State Government Announces 2026 Mare Festival

Ibadan Indie Film Awards 2026 runs November 27-29 under the theme "Atupa".

Atupa’ Lights the Way for 2026 Ibadan Indie Film Awards

Calabar's Igbo Amaka Festival on November 15 will celebrate Igbo heritage and culture.

Calabar to Host Igbo Amaka Cultural Festival in November

Historic coastal town of Badagry hosting the 2026 Badagry International Film Festival.

Roots and Routes, the Cinematic Return: Badagry Set to Host 2026 BIFIF

Breaking

VIP Media delegates gather with international media representatives at a conference table in Tianjin, China.

VIP Media Strengthens Global Partnerships at China Media Forum

Nigerian Culture Minister meeting VIP Media representatives in Shanghai to discuss bilateral film cooperation.

Nigeria’s Culture Minister Meets VIP Media in Shanghai over Film Cooperation

Nigeria launching African Global Festival in October 2026 to foster diaspora ties.

Nigeria to launch African Global Festival in October

ABIFF 2026 poster featuring global film, youth talent, and Igbo cultural heritage in Umuahia.

ABIFF 2026 to Spotlight Global Film, Igbo Culture and Young Talent

Taste of Edo Trade Fair poster showcasing local food, fashion, crafts, and enterprise in Benin City.

Taste of Edo Trade Fair to Bring More Than 100 Businesses to Benin City

Anambra State Unity Festival (ANUFEST 2026) banner promoting culture, tourism, and enterprise.

ANUFEST 2026: Anambra Gears Up for First-Ever Unity Festival

Current Affairs

Global delegates attend 2026 World AI Conference promoting responsible artificial intelligence cooperation.

China Promotes Global AI Cooperation for Shared Development

Foreign journalist photographs robot at 2026 World AI Conference, highlighting global AI cooperation.

China Calls for Global Cooperation on AI Development and Governance

Hong Kong astronaut Lai Ka-ying speaks proudly before China’s historic Shenzhou-23 space mission launch.

Hong Kong’s First Astronaut Inspires Citywide Space Dreams

A humanoid robot and a robotic dog interact with guests at a high-tech corporate event.

Short-Term Rental Boom Puts Humanoid Robots to Work on Short Gigs

Modern water-saving manufacturing facility producing efficient toilets and industrial recycling equipment in China.

China Prioritizes Water Conservation Industry for Sustainable Growth

Aerial view of Ningbo-Zhoushan Port, the world's first hub handling 1.4 billion tons of cargo.

New Landscape of Opening Up Reflected in World’s First Port to Handle 1.4 Billion Tons

Security

Armed soldiers conduct patrols across vast rural terrain to combat rising Niger State kidnappings.

What It Will Take to End Kidnappings in Niger State

Infographic on Nigerian security showing a 66% rise in kidnappings over one year.

Nigeria Kidnappings Rise 66% in a Year, Study Finds

Troops repel an attack on NIPSS Kuru, neutralising one gunman and recovering a stolen rifle.

Troops Repel Attack on NIPSS, Recover Stolen Army Rifle

Suspected criminal armourer arrested in Imo State alongside a recovered cache of military-grade weapons.

Troops Arrest Suspected Armourer, Recover Cache of Arms in Imo

Bashir Kurfi criticizes government peace negotiations with armed bandit groups in northern Nigeria.

Security Analyst Faults Peace Deals with Armed Groups, Calls Process ‘A Tragedy’

Governor Monday Okpebholo alongside the official Edo State Government seal.

Edo Judiciary Sets Up Special Court to Speed Up Kidnapping, Cultism Trials

Society

Xinjiang players at the 2026 national ethnic unity friendship football tournament.

Youth Football Participation Surges Among Girls in Xinjiang

Renovated Shimin Xincun community features modern apartments, improved facilities, and enhanced living environment.

Shanghai Revitalizes Old Neighbourhood Through People-Centered Urban Renewal

Workers upgrade aging electrical infrastructure during urban renewal project in Huangshan, Anhui province.

China Advances Urban Renewal to Improve Quality of City Life

Judge's gavel and scales symbolize justice amid Nigeria's ongoing fight against kidnapping and crime.

Kidnappings Persist Despite Wave of Death Sentences

Armed kidnappers threaten communities as international advisories warn of rising abduction risks.

UK Warns of Kidnapping Risk in Nigeria

Police patrol vehicle and body armor symbolize Nigeria's fight against terrorism, banditry, and insecurity.

Between Libya’s Guns and State Policing: Nigeria’s Fight against Insecurity

Events

Dancers in vibrant, traditional costumes perform at the Carnival Calabar street parade.

Calabar Carnival 2026: Africa’s Biggest Street Party Returns December 26

Edo Carnival logo and announcement for 'The Spirit of Edo' 2026 festival.

Edo Carnival Expands to Two Weeks for 2026 Edition

Emerging filmmakers during interactive workshops and documentary film screenings at LADOFFEST in Lafia.

Documentary Film Festival Returns to Lafia in November

Nigeria launches a national digital calendar to promote cultural events and boost tourism.

Nigeria Launches Digital Calendar for Festivals and Cultural Events

PodFest Naija returns to Lagos on Sept. 25, driving Nigeria’s digital storytelling movement.

PodFest Naija Returns to Lagos for Second Edition

Nigeria adapts China's successful tourism development strategy to build a unique local economic model.

Nigeria Seeks to Localise China’s Tourism Experience for Economic Diversification