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- world
China Is Turning AI Video Into an Industry. The Bigger Question Is Who Will Be Ready for the Change
China’s rapid investment in AI generated video is creating new opportunities while forcing creative businesses to rethink production.
GNA Writes · 28 September 2026
- technology
The Semiconductor Map Is Being Redrawn, Slowly
Subsidy programmes in the United States, Europe, Japan and India are shifting capacity, but leading-edge concentration persists.
Mei-Lin Zhao · 27 June 2026
- world
Why You Do Not Have to Build the Whole Product to Profit From a Growing Industry
When a new industry begins to grow, many businesses immediately think about creating the final product. That can make competition look much harder than it needs to be.
GNA Writes · 9 September 2026
- entertainment
Siraheem Okoya Announces Exit From Music Industry: Why Is the Billionaire’s Son Quitting?
Siraheem Okoya, the son of billionaire businessman Razaq Okoya, has announced his exit from the music industry. But why is he quitting, and what does his decision reveal about ambition, changing priorities and knowing when to focus on a new chapter?
Lady NG · 26 August 2026
- business
Nigeria’s $1.3 Billion Delta Steel Revival Deal: What the New Investment Means for Jobs, Industry and the Economy
Nigeria’s $1.3 billion investment to revive Delta Steel Company could reshape the country’s steel industry, create thousands of jobs and unlock new opportunities for businesses, workers and entrepreneurs
Lady NG · 21 August 2026
- business
Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Industry: History, Economic Impact, Challenges and Future Opportunities
Nigeria’s oil and gas industry has shaped the nation’s economy for decades. Here’s a closer look at its history, economic impact, challenges, investment opportunities and what the future holds for Nigeria’s energy sector.
Lady NG · 17 August 2026
- business
Nigeria’s Steel Industry: History, Challenges and the Future of Local Steel Production
Nigeria’s steel industry has faced decades of setbacks, abandoned ambitions and investment challenges. Here is how the sector evolved, what went wrong and what the future of local steel production could mean for Nigeria’s economy
Lady NG · 14 August 2025
- world
Chip Stocks Recover as Investors Wait for Key US Inflation Report
Technology shares regained some ground as investors watched for new figures that could influence interest rates and business costs.
GNA Writes · 14 October 2026
- world
Olu Jacobs Was More Than a Nollywood Actor. His Career Explains How Nigerian Cinema Grew.
Before Nollywood became a global industry, actors like Olu Jacobs were already proving that Nigerian stories could be performed with international discipline.
GNA Writes · 10 June 2026
- world
John Oliver Sends a Message to Hollywood’s New Owners After Major Merger
The comedian has reacted to the takeover of HBO’s parent company as concerns grow about the future of television and independent journalism.
GNA Writes · 13 October 2026
- world
Mo Abudu Opens a New Home for African Films in London
The Nigerian media entrepreneur has opened a cinema and cultural centre designed to bring African stories to more people in the United Kingdom.
GNA Writes · 9 October 2026
- world
Black Market Movie Just Put 51,000 People in One Cinema. The Bigger Story Is the Business of Attention
Nollywood’s latest world record shows how entertainment can turn audience attention into a powerful commercial asset.
GNA Writes · 28 September 2026
- world
Nigerian Products Are Getting Too Expensive for Global Markets. The Bigger Problem Is Inside the Factory
Rising energy, transport, finance and logistics costs are making it harder for Nigerian manufacturers to compete beyond the local market.
GNA Writes · 25 September 2026
- world
British Airways to Resume Tanzania Flights After 13-Year Absence
British Airways is resuming flights to Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar after 13 years — a long-term bet on Tanzania's tourism appeal that gives travel businesses nearly two years to prepare before the first flight lands.
Global News Arena · 21 September 2026
- world
Why Memory Chips Aren't Important to AI
AI needs powerful chips to handle the huge amount of information it processes.
GNA Writes · 9 September 2026
- world
Why African Movies Need More Cinemas Around the World
African filmmakers are telling stories about family, love, history, friendship, struggle and everyday life. These stories can entertain people while also helping audiences understand how others live. Yet making a good film is only the beginning.
GNA Writes · 13 August 2026
- world
Why Nigeria Needs More Refineries
Refineries can help Nigeria turn its own crude oil into the fuel Nigerians use every day.
GNA Writes · 12 August 2026
- world
Why Global Recognition Matters for African Music and Culture
African music and culture have become increasingly visible around the world. Songs made in Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa and other African countries now reach listeners across continents. Films, fashion, dance and literature from the continent are also finding new audiences. When African artists receive international recognition, it can help draw attention to their work and introduce more people to the cultures behind it.
GNA Writes · 7 July 2026
- world
Why Media Mergers Matter to Movies and TV Shows
When two large entertainment companies join together, the change can affect much more than the people who own them. It can influence the films that reach cinemas, the television programmes that receive new seasons and the shows people can watch online. Media mergers happen when companies combine their businesses or when one company buys another. These deals can create new opportunities, but they can also change how entertainment is made and delivered.
GNA Writes · 7 July 2026
- technology
Analysis: The Chip Supply Chain Is Diversifying Slowly, and Expensively
New fabrication capacity is being built on three continents, but concentration risk has barely moved.
Mei-Lin Zhao · 4 July 2026
- business
Nvidia Passes a Trillion Dollars in Market Value
Demand for chips used to train large AI models transformed the company's financial position in a single quarter.
Mei-Lin Zhao · 30 May 2023
- world
AI Takes Centre Stage at Arabian Travel Market ATM 2026.
ATM 2026 Highlights AI, German Tourism, Emirati Hospitality and New Hotel Openings as Global Travel Industry Gathers in Dubai, (Press Release)
Queen Diana Story · 14 September 2026
- world
Dolly Parton Died. By Morning, Someone Starts Cashing Out Coins From It.
This is the attention economy with the brakes cut. And it is coming for every industry, not just music.
GNA Writes · 8 September 2026
- business
OPay’s Big IPO Moment: Why Standard Bank Is Eyeing a Stake in Nigeria’s Fintech Giant Ahead of a Reported $4 Billion US Listing
Standard Bank is reportedly considering a stake in OPay as the Nigerian fintech giant prepares for a possible US IPO that could value it at around $4 billion. I look beyond the headline to examine what the move could mean for OPay, Nigeria’s fintech industry and the growing opportunities created by Africa’s digital economy.
Lady NG · 19 August 2026
- technology
AI Music Is Everywhere, So Who Gets to Decide What Counts as Real?
The music industry is drawing a hard line around AI generated music, and it's a much bigger fight than most people realise, lawsuits, cloned voices, new laws, and even the Grammys.
Reva Mag · 5 August 2026
- entertainment
The Biggest Nigerian Celebrity Gossip Stories Trending This Week (2026): The Headlines Everyone Is Talking About and the Bigger Lesson I Took Away
From celebrity boxing drama and relationship debates to music industry feuds and viral social media moments, this week's biggest Nigerian entertainment stories dominated conversations nationwide. Beyond the headlines, these trending moments reveal powerful lessons about reputation, timing, financial independence, and building a life that thrives long after the spotlight fades.
Lady NG · 4 August 2026
- world
Who Is Olu Jacobs?
Before Nollywood became a global industry, Olu Jacobs had already built a career across British theatre, television and international film.
GNA Writes · 29 May 2026
- world
IMF Warns That an AI Investment Crash Could Hurt the World Economy
The global economy is still growing, but the IMF says a sudden fall in AI investment, rising debt and expensive energy could create serious problems.
GNA Writes · 13 October 2026
- nigeria
False Caption, False Narrative: Okey Bakassi Goes Viral.
Dear writer, there is power in your keystrokes, make sure you aren't trading credibility for controversy.
Queen Diana Story · 13 October 2026
- world
Samsung Is Making Billions From the AI Chip Boom
Samsung expects its quarterly profit to jump almost nine times as companies race to build AI.
GNA Writes · 8 October 2026
- world
Nollywood Movie Agbara Nla Just Made Millions in One Day
The new Nollywood movie is already attracting a huge audience just days after its release.
GNA Writes · 8 October 2026
- world
Nigeria’s Business Activity Is Growing Again, But Costs Are Rising
Nigeria’s business activity grew for the fourth month in a row in September. But while more businesses are reporting growth, rising costs are still making it difficult for many companies to enjoy the full benefit.
GNA Writes · 5 October 2026
- world
Anthropic Is Spending Billions on AI. Why Businesses Should Care About the Cost of Technology.
Anthropic's latest financial disclosures reveal the enormous cost of building advanced AI. For ordinary businesses, the lesson is not to spend more on technology, but to make sure technology solves real business problems.
GNA Writes · 2 October 2026
- world
China Is Building Humanoid Robots Faster Than Anyone Else. The Bigger Opportunity May Be in the Parts
China’s dominance in humanoid robot shipments is creating opportunities far beyond the companies building complete robots.
GNA Writes · 1 October 2026
- world
Phyna and Nkechi Blessing Are Taking Their Social Media Clash to the Ring. What Happens When Attention Becomes a Business?
Phyna and Nkechi Blessing are facing each other in a celebrity boxing bout in Lagos today. Beyond the entertainment, the event shows how attention can be turned into a commercial opportunity.
GNA Writes · 1 October 2026
- world
Nvidia Just Approved a $150 Billion Buyback. The Bigger Story Is How Much AI Is Changing Corporate Strategy
The chipmaker’s enormous cash position shows how quickly the AI boom is changing the decisions major companies make.
GNA Writes · 29 September 2026
- world
AI Stocks Are Rising Again. But Businesses Should Look Beyond the Hype
The latest AI market surge highlights a simple business lesson. Technology should solve problems, not create expensive distractions.
GNA Writes · 23 September 2026
- world
South Africa's Defence Showcase Is a Lesson Every African Business Should Be Paying Attention To
South Africa's aerospace and defense exhibition wasn't just a display of military capability — it's a case study in why building something great means nothing if nobody knows about it.
Global News Arena · 21 September 2026
- world
Why the US-China AI "Notification Mechanism" Should Be on Every Business Owner's Radar
As the US and China discuss a "notification mechanism" for AI risks ahead of a Trump-Xi summit, the real story isn't diplomacy, it's how fast AI policy shifts are starting to reach ordinary businesses.
Global News Arena · 21 September 2026
- world
US, China Explore AI Safety Notification Mechanism Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the US and China discussed a new mechanism to flag AI incidents affecting national security, as trade and AI rivalry converge ahead of a high-stakes Trump-Xi summit.
Global News Arena · 21 September 2026
- world
Burna Boy Is Going to the NFL. What Happens When Nigerian Talent Becomes a Global Business?
Burna Boy’s NFL Paris performance shows how far Nigerian entertainment has travelled, but global visibility creates a bigger challenge: turning attention into lasting business value.
GNA Writes · 18 September 2026
- world
Olu Jacobs Is Dead at 84. Nigeria Has Lost More Than an Actor.
Olu Jacobs did not just act in Nigerian films. He helped define what a Nigerian actor could become.
GNA Writes · 16 September 2026
- world
Akwaaba African Travel Market (The Pan-African Gateway)
Origins and the Founding Vision.
Global News Arena · 13 September 2026
- entertainment
Dolly Parton Has Been Laid to Rest, and Nashville Has Not Stopped Singing Since.
Dolly Parton was buried next to her husband Carl Dean on August 28, and the tributes pouring in from every corner of the music world are proving that the woman was never just a country singer, she was an entire institution.
Reva Mag · 31 August 2026
- entertainment
Funke Akindele and JJC Skillz Spark Reunion Buzz in Paris: What Their Family Moment Really Means
Funke Akindele and JJC Skillz have sparked fresh reunion speculation after being spotted together in Paris with their children, but their family outing may be about more than romance
Lady NG · 28 August 2026
- entertainment
Davido, 2Baba and Timaya Storm London Birthday Party as Ochacho’s Star-Studded Celebration Takes Over Social Media
Davido, 2Baba and Timaya joined businessman Ochacho for a glamorous London birthday celebration, as photos and videos from the star-studded event captured fans’ attention online.
Lady NG · 26 August 2026
- world
From Courtrooms to Boardrooms: Inside the Labels' Surprise AI Peace Treaty.
Universal, Sony and Warner spent years dragging AI companies to court. Now all three just wrote Stability AI a check. Here's what actually changed, and it sure isn't their principles.
Reva Mag · 26 August 2026
- technology
Nvidia Just Showed Us Where the AI Money Is Actually Going.
Nvidia just dropped numbers so big they broke a calculator, but the real gist for creators, freelancers and small business owners is the whole economy of skills and services that have gradually formed around it, and honestly, that's where the actual bag is.
Reva Mag · 26 August 2026
- entertainment
Poco Lee’s Management Breaks Silence on Sexual-Assault Allegations as Fresh Details Emerge
Poco Lee’s management has responded to claims surrounding the entertainer’s ongoing UK court case, urging the public to rely on verified information and allow due process.
Lady NG · 26 August 2026
- business
Dangote Refinery Drives Seven-Fold Rise in Nigeria’s Petroleum Product Exports: How Nigeria Is Becoming a Major Fuel Exporter
Nigeria’s petroleum export landscape is changing rapidly as Dangote Refinery boosts refined product shipments, cuts reliance on imports and strengthens the country’s ambitions to become a major fuel exporter.
Lady NG · 25 August 2026
- business
Nigeria’s China Exports Jump 81% to $2.25 Billion as Zero-Tariff Policy Boosts Trade
Nigeria’s exports to China have surged 81% to $2.25 billion in the first half of 2026, highlighting new opportunities for Nigerian exporters, manufacturers and digital entrepreneurs as China’s zero-tariff policy boosts trade.
Lady NG · 25 August 2026
- entertainment
Taiwo Hassan “Ogogo” Laid to Rest as Tinubu, Abiodun and Nollywood Stars Pay Tribute
Veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan “Ogogo” has been laid to rest in Ilaro, Ogun State, as President Tinubu, Governor Abiodun and Nollywood stars pay tribute to his remarkable legacy.
Lady NG · 25 August 2026
- education
The School of Unlearning: Why the Best Skills for 2026 Weren't Taught in a Classroom.
Degrees still matter, but knowing how to teach yourself what you need next may be one of the most valuable skills you can build.
Reva Mag · 25 August 2026
- business
Nigerian Startup Terra Industries Raises $52 Million: The African Tech Company Taking on Global Defense Technology
Nigerian defense-tech startup Terra Industries has raised $52 million in seed funding as it expands its autonomous security technology, manufacturing operations and ambitions to compete in the global defense technology market
Lady NG · 24 August 2026
- entertainment
What to Prioritize in a Music Career: Building Success That Lasts
Building a successful music career takes more than talent and viral fame. From creating great music and connecting with fans to understanding the business, managing money and protecting your wellbeing, these are the priorities that can help an artist turn temporary attention into long-term success.
Lady NG · 24 August 2026
- entertainment
Taiwo Hassan “Ogogo” Dies at 66: Nollywood Mourns Veteran Actor as Tributes Pour In
Nollywood mourns veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan “Ogogo”, who died at 66 after a long battle with cancer, as colleagues and fans pay tribute to his remarkable legacy.
Lady NG · 24 August 2026
- entertainment
How Nigerian Celebrities Build Personal Brands That Attract Business Opportunities
Nigerian celebrities are proving that fame can become more than entertainment. Here’s how strategic personal branding, audience trust and social media influence help them attract major business opportunities—and what ordinary Nigerians can learn from their success.
Lady NG · 22 August 2026
- entertainment
2Baba Announces New Album: Why Fans Are Decoding His Latest Message About Annie Macaulay
2Baba is returning with a new album titled ‘Oldest Young Man’, but his choice of ‘Rainbow’ for the announcement has sparked fresh speculation among fans about Annie Macaulay.
Lady NG · 21 August 2026
- entertainment
10 Legendary Yoruba Actors Who Changed Nollywood Forever
From Hubert Ogunde and Ade Love to Oga Bello, Iya Rainbow, Sola Sobowale and Funke Akindele, discover the legendary Yoruba actors whose talent, storytelling and cultural influence helped shape Nollywood forever.
Lady NG · 21 August 2026
- make money
Ghostwriting on LinkedIn Is an Income Stream Most Beginners Overlook
TikTok and Instagram get all the side-hustle hype. Meanwhile, LinkedIn ghostwriting has been sitting there all along.
Reva Mag · 21 August 2026