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- biography
Will jawando: Jawando: Biography, Career and Public Service
Will Jawando is a Maryland politician, attorney and author known for his work in Montgomery County government. His career connects federal public service, local policymaking and writing about race, family and mentorship.
GNA Writes · 18 August 2026
- biography
Will Jawando: Biography, Career and Public Service
Will Jawando is a civil rights attorney, author and Maryland political leader known for his work on racial equity and economic opportunity. His career spans the Obama administration, local government and advocacy for stronger communities.
GNA Writes · 24 July 2026
- politics
Nigerian Americans Win Key Seats in 2026 Midterms.
Candidates of Nigerian heritage recorded commanding victories across multiple American states on Tuesday, capturing critical executive and legislative positions. Their triumphant campaigns reflect a rising generation of diaspora leaders whose policy discipline and broad grassroots appeal continue to reshape governance abroad while inspiring conversations across Africa.
Queen Diana Story · 5 November 2026
- world
Trump Says the US Will Not Attack Iran Before November Elections
Donald Trump says the United States will not attack Iran before November 3, but the two countries still disagree on how to end the war.
GNA Writes · 9 October 2026
- sports
Will Jesús Owono ever forgive himself? : Jesús Owono and the Tragedy of Jesús de Miguel.
A fatal collision in Spain leaves Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel dead and Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono at the centre of an unimaginable sporting heartbreak. The disaster exposes the fragile boundary between athletic competition and sudden grief.
Auxi Sherpa · 3 November 2026
- 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
- culture
UAE New Traffic Regulations 2027.
The federal government has unveiled Cabinet Decision Number 174 of 2026, introducing sweeping legal reforms that will reshape daily mobility across all seven emirates starting January 1, 2027. From strict vehicle ownership caps for individual residents to a nationwide nine-hour daily driving limit, the landmark mandate sets an ambitious new benchmark for urban safety and infrastructure management.
Queen Diana Story · 4 November 2026
- world
Diesel Hit a Record High. The New Fix Adds Up to Just 12 Hours of World Supply.
Analysts say the Russian diesel deal will not bring costs down. Here is what is really going on.
GNA Writes · 12 October 2026
- world
Nigeria Is Building a New Satellite. But Can Businesses Turn Better Connectivity Into Real Growth?
Nigeria’s new NigComSat 2A satellite is expected to expand broadband and digital services across Africa. But better connectivity will only create real economic value when businesses have the systems to use it.
GNA Writes · 30 September 2026
- world
Lufthansa Is Paying Billions More for Fuel. What Happens When a Business Cannot Control Its Biggest Costs?
Lufthansa says its additional fuel bill will exceed €1.5 billion this year. The bigger business lesson is what companies can do when their biggest costs are outside their control.
GNA Writes · 29 September 2026
- world
British Airways to Resume Tanzania Flights After 13-Year Absence
British Airways will launch a new London Gatwick, Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar route in 2027, marking its first return to Tanzania in over a decade and signaling renewed confidence in East African tourism.
Global News Arena · 21 September 2026
- technology
Amazon Isn't Just Growing. It's Rewriting the Rules You're Competing Under.
Amazon’s rapid expansion in AI-powered shopping, same-day delivery and business commerce offers a glimpse into what customers will soon expect from every business, including small businesses in Nigeria.
Global News Arena · 18 September 2026
- make money
Why Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today Is Trending.
Fresh currency market volatility has pushed Nigeria's dual foreign exchange windows back into the national spotlight as corporate demand accelerates into the final quarter. With the parallel market premium widening and external reserves facing renewed pressure, businesses and everyday consumers are closely recalibrating their year-end financial strategies.
Queen Diana Story · 5 November 2026
- politics
What US Midterm Election Results 2026 Mean for Power.
A historic political earthquake has remade the American political landscape as voters handed Democrats control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate in a sweeping rebuke of the governing establishment. Driven by persistent cost-of-living frustrations and foreign conflict fallout, the dramatic congressional flip establishes a divided government and fundamentally alters global policy calculations.
Queen Diana Story · 5 November 2026
- entertainment
Why VeryDarkMan Mocks Davido Kneeling Video Sparked Fury.
A viral feud between social media activist VeryDarkMan and streamer Carter Efe has escalated into dangerous online threats and legal friction. What began as satirical mockery over a resurfaced celebrity clip has exposed the volatile intersection of celebrity loyalty, creator warfare, and cyber laws in Nigeria.
Global News Arena · 4 November 2026
- lifestyle
Did Nollywood Drama Hello Tara Borrow from Love Me Daily.
The hit film Hello Tara exposes modern society's desperate search for emotional safety and meaningful connection in a superficial digital world. Whether a direct inspiration or a cultural coincidence, the movie mirrors the exact holistic vision powering Love Me Daily.
Queen Diana Story · 4 November 2026
- entertainment
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Shank Comics and Taylor Jasmine, Before Carter Efe Showed Up.
From Nigerian comedy and livestreaming to Atlanta music and digital culture, Shank Comics and Taylor Jasmine have built careers well beyond their screens. These ten things, checked against public reports, show how each journey began and what has put them in the spotlight.
GNA Writes · 4 November 2026
- sports
The Life and Legacy of Footballer Jesús de Miguel
Everything you need to know about Jesús de Miguel. The inspiring journey of striker Jesús de Miguel stands as a testament to perseverance in the unforgiving pyramid of Spanish football. From regional mud pitches to celebrated promotions, his story represents the grit and humility that define the sport's true working-class heroes.
Queen Diana Story · 3 November 2026
- nigeria
Jimmy Odukoya, Kemi Odukoya and their 2 Children: The Family We Know
Jimmy Odukoya and Kemi Odukoya married in London on 9 March 2013 and are publicly described as the parents of two children, a daughter and a son. As questions about his marital status resurface, this is a careful look at the family story as it is publicly known and what has not been confirmed.
GNA Writes · 1 November 2026
- world
Jimi Odukoya Introduces Pastor Mo as His New Wife: What Is Really Happening, and Where Is Kemi Odukoya?
The Jimmy Odukoya new wife question has taken over Nigerian social media, and I think it says as much about us as it does about him. A single photograph of two hands and a ring, posted on 30 October, was enough to send thousands of people into congratulations, confusion and speculation.
GNA Writes · 1 November 2026
- fashion
IAMISIGO fashion Reimagines African Heritage Through Wearable Art
Led by Nigerian designer Bubu Ogisi, IAMISIGO continues to challenge conventional fashion through experimental silhouettes, ancestral textile techniques and collaborations with artisans across Africa. Its Lagos Fashion Week presentation brings cultural preservation, artistic expression and contemporary design together.
Global News Arena Writer · 1 November 2026
- lifestyle
I Was Frightened, I Didn’t Like It: Heidi Klum Halloween Costume.
Heidi Klum arrived at her 25th Halloween party in New York as a giant, bloody version of her own severed left hand, and I found it frightening. Here is what the look involved, who was there and why the spectacle works even when it disturbs.
Queen Diana Story · 1 November 2026
- fashion
Lisa Folawiyo fashion Closes Lagos Fashion Week 2026 With a Legacy of Ankara Reinvention
Nigerian designer Lisa Folawiyo brings Lagos Fashion Week 2026 to its closing Sunday presentation at 8 PM on 1 November. Known for transforming Ankara fabric through intricate hand embellishment, modern tailoring and expressive colour, Folawiyo has helped redefine how traditional West African textiles can be interpreted within contemporary luxury fashion.
Global News Arena Writer · 1 November 2026
- world
November 2026: What the Month Means Around the World
The year's eleventh month carries a name inherited from ancient Rome. Its meaning today spans remembrance, changing seasons and preparations for the year ahead.
Queen Diana Story · 1 November 2026
- fashion
Emmy Kasbit Fashion Reimagines Nigerian Heritage Through Contemporary Design
Nigerian designer Emmanuel Okoro continues to explore the relationship between cultural heritage and modern style through Emmy Kasbit, a label recognised for its contemporary tailoring, distinctive silhouettes and use of traditional textiles. At 7 PM on Sunday, 1 November, the brand takes its place in the Lagos Fashion Week 2026 programme, bringing renewed attention to the craftsmanship and stories that shape its designs.
Global News Arena Writer · 1 November 2026
- fashion
Gozel Green fashion Blends Nigerian Heritage With Sustainable Fashion
Founded by twin sisters Sylvia Enekwe-Ojei and Olivia Enekwe-Okoji, Gozel Green has built a distinctive Nigerian fashion identity through expressive silhouettes, bold colour combinations and upcycling techniques that turn leftover fabrics into contemporary womenswear.
Global News Arena Writer · 1 November 2026
- fashion
Sanwo-Olu walks the runway at Lagos Fashion Week 2026
The Lagos State governor appeared on the runway for Ugo Monye. The appearance connects political visibility with fashion, but details about its purpose and any associated commitments remain unconfirmed.
Queen Diana Story · 31 October 2026
- nigeria
Ebola disease in Nigeria: Two suspected cases reported.
An alert reports that two people in the North-East have been isolated while laboratory testing proceeds. Neither case is confirmed, and the notice does not identify its issuing authority.
GNA Writes · 31 October 2026
- fashion
Fruché fashion Pushes the Boundaries of Contemporary African Fashion
Led by Nigerian designer Frank Aghuno, Fruché has developed a bold fashion identity through expressive silhouettes, artisanal techniques and a playful approach to clothing that challenges conventional ideas of style.
Global News Arena Writer · 31 October 2026
- fashion
Mariah Bocoum Fashion Brings the Spirit of Malian Fashion to the Runway
From her early experience in modelling to building a fashion house in Mali, Mariah Bocoum has developed a creative journey shaped by cultural identity, craftsmanship and the ambition to give African fashion a stronger international presence.
Global News Arena Writer · 31 October 2026
- fashion
FIA Fashion: Eclectic Prints and Contemporary African Womenswear
FIA fashion brings together eclectic prints, playful combinations and contemporary womenswear through the creative vision of its founding trio, Funke, Ijeoma and Abisose. Since its launch in 2015, the Nigerian label has developed an identity centred on individuality, diversity and helping women express confidence through clothing.
Global News Arena Writer · 31 October 2026
- fashion
Jewel Jemila Fashion: Jemila Yesufu’s Vision of Inclusive Elegance
Jewel Jemila fashion centres on feminine ready-to-wear clothing, bright colours, clean lines and a commitment to helping women feel confident in what they wear. Founded by Nigerian designer Jemila Yesufu, the label explores how thoughtful fit and accessible elegance can make contemporary fashion more inclusive.
Global News Arena Writer · 31 October 2026
- fashion
E.S.O by Liman Fashion: Memory, Heritage and Modern Craft
E.S.O by Liman fashion explores the relationship between cultural memory, locally made textiles and contemporary womenswear. Founded by Tunde Shoremekun Liman in Lagos, the label approaches clothing as a living record of craftsmanship and everyday experience, creating a design conversation around heritage, sustainability and modern identity.
Global News Arena Writer · 31 October 2026
- fashion
Dimeji Ilori Fashion: African Heritage Meets Wearable Art
Dimeji Ilori fashion brings African cultural storytelling into conversation with contemporary design, combining heritage-inspired textiles, craftsmanship and a conscious approach to materials. Through the idea of wearable art, the Nigerian designer explores how clothing can preserve memories, express identity and reinterpret tradition for modern wardrobes.
Global News Arena Writer · 31 October 2026
- fashion
Pillz N Poizn Fashion: Experimental Style and African Creativity
Pillz N Poizn joins the diverse creative voices shaping contemporary African fashion. Its place in the Lagos Fashion Week programme provides an opportunity to explore how experimental design, individual identity and the evolving relationship between clothing and self-expression contribute to a changing fashion landscape.
Global News Arena Writer · 31 October 2026
- fashion
Holy One Fashion: Exploring Identity and Contemporary African Design
Holy One brings another perspective to the changing African fashion landscape, where designers use clothing to explore identity, personal expression and contemporary style. Its place in the Lagos Fashion Week conversation offers an opportunity to consider how emerging and independent fashion voices contribute to a broader, increasingly diverse design culture.
Global News Arena Writer · 31 October 2026
- fashion
Malité Fashion: Craftsmanship and Contemporary African Style
Malité takes its place within a diverse fashion landscape where creative identity, garment construction and modern style continue to shape the work of African designers. Its inclusion in the Lagos Fashion Week schedule provides a starting point for examining the wider ideas and industry questions surrounding contemporary fashion.
Global News Arena Writer · 31 October 2026
- fashion
Éki Kéré Fashion: Abasiekeme Ukanireh’s Vision of African Craftsmanship and Contemporary Design
Éki Kéré fashion brings African craftsmanship into contemporary design through its use of raffia, artisanal techniques and distinctive silhouettes, demonstrating how Nigerian designers can draw on community knowledge while exploring new possibilities for modern clothing.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Bloke fashion Pushes the Boundaries of African Knitwear With Experimental Design
Nigerian fashion label Bloke, founded by designer Faith Oluwajimi, continues to explore the possibilities of knitwear, artisanal craftsmanship and unconventional silhouettes, creating a distinctive design identity that brings together contemporary African fashion, artistic experimentation and cultural storytelling.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Abiola Olusola fashion Brings Modern Femininity and Yoruba Heritage Together Through Fashion
Nigerian designer Abiola Olusola continues to explore the relationship between contemporary womenswear, Yoruba cultural identity and artisanal craftsmanship, building a distinctive fashion language around elegant minimalism, thoughtful construction and the preservation of traditional techniques.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Studio Imo Lagos Fashion Week: Crochet Reimagined
Studio Imo brought contemporary crochet, collaborative craftsmanship and expressive knitwear to Lagos Fashion Week 2026 with Clan, a collection developed alongside 21 Wool Street and Crochet Nigeria. The presentation explored how traditional hand techniques can shape modern silhouettes through texture, colour and movement.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Sahrazad Lagos Fashion Week: The Journey Within
Moroccan fashion label Sahrazad brought personal storytelling, cultural references and contemporary silhouettes to Lagos Fashion Week 2026 through its Spring/Summer 2027 collection, Inner Child. The presentation explored self-discovery and creative freedom through colour, Moroccan-inspired textile patterns and a mix of relaxed and expressive garments.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
IGC Fashion Lagos Fashion Week: Reclaiming Indigenous Textiles
IGC Fashion brought Uganda’s indigenous materials and textile traditions into a contemporary fashion conversation at Lagos Fashion Week 2026. Through deconstruction, barkcloth and cowrie embellishments, the collection explored how cultural knowledge can influence modern design and more considered approaches to material use.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Bornstar Nigeria Lagos Fashion Week: Movement in Design
Bornstar Nigeria explored movement, proportion and colour at Lagos Fashion Week 2026 through ponchos, fringed blazer coats and expressive menswear. The presentation showed how thoughtful construction and fluid detailing can give contemporary Nigerian fashion a distinctive visual identity.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Ibilola Ogundipe Lagos Fashion Week: Colour and Craft
Ibilola Ogundipe brought sculptural womenswear, luminous embellishments and confident colour to Lagos Fashion Week 2026. The presentation continued the Lagos-based label’s exploration of structure, femininity and craftsmanship through garments designed to balance visual impact with movement.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Dukun Lagos Fashion Week: Itsekiri Heritage Reimagined
Dukun brought Itsekiri cultural references into contemporary fashion at Lagos Fashion Week 2026, using deconstruction, fabric manipulation and layered construction to explore identity through clothing. The presentation connected the designer’s wider interest in craftsmanship and storytelling with a striking palette of orange, yellow, white and cobalt blue.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Désirée Iyama Fashion: Feminine Design, Slow Fashion and the Meaning of Modern Nigerian Style
Désirée Iyama fashion brings together feminine silhouettes, thoughtful craftsmanship and a more considered approach to clothing, showing how a Nigerian womenswear label can balance personal expression, everyday functionality and responsible production.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
JZO Fashion: Ola Akindeinde and Joseph Ike’s Vision for Contemporary Nigerian Menswear
JZO fashion explores the relationship between Nigerian identity, contemporary menswear and personal expression, using considered silhouettes, material experimentation and craftsmanship to challenge conventional ideas about how African men can dress.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Pepperrow Lagos Fashion Week collection featuring hand-printed fabrics, raffia detailing and contemporary African fashion: Craft Meets Contemporary Style
Pepperrow returned to Lagos Fashion Week 2026 with a collection shaped by hand-printed fabrics, raffia details and decorative embellishments. Founded by Omafume Niemogha, the Nigerian label continues to explore how traditional craft techniques can inform contemporary fashion.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Imad Eduso Into the Wild at Lagos Fashion week 2026
Imad Eduso brought a new dimension to its Lagos Fashion Week story with Into the Wild, a collection that expanded the brand into menswear while retaining its expressive approach to contemporary fashion. From raffia hats and fringed trousers to animal-inspired prints and lace, the presentation explored how familiar design signatures can evolve.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- politics
Thinking About the APC Imo West Senatorial Ticket Dispute
A Federal High Court ruling in Abuja has reportedly recognised Rochas Okorocha as the winner of the APC's Imo West senatorial primary, setting him against Governor Hope Uzodimma. The dispute now raises hard questions about party primaries, compliance with court orders and the road to the 2027 elections.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
LFJ fashion Turns Fashion Into Wearable Art Through Experimental Shapes and Genderless Design
Nigerian fashion label LFJ, founded by designer Princess Juliet Olanipekun, explores the boundaries between clothing, art and self-expression through experimental pleating, architectural silhouettes and a genderless design philosophy that encourages individuality.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Irapada fashion Explores Nigerian Fashion Through Creative Reuse
Irapada brings a fresh perspective to Nigerian fashion by transforming overlooked fabric remnants into expressive clothing and accessories, demonstrating how creativity, craftsmanship and sustainability can work together to shape the future of contemporary African design.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
M.O.T the Label Lagos Fashion Week: Fashion That Fits
M.O.T the Label brought its focus on functional, inclusive ready-to-wear to Lagos Fashion Week 2026, continuing its work around fit, colour and everyday versatility. Founded by Mo Agusto, the Lagos-based brand challenges conventional sizing expectations while exploring a more considered approach to contemporary womenswear.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Jermaine Bleu Lagos Fashion Week: Heritage Meets Modern Style
Ghanaian label Jermaine Bleu continued its exploration of contemporary African identity at Lagos Fashion Week 2026, bringing a design philosophy shaped by cultural storytelling, considered tailoring and wearable sophistication. Founded by Jason Jermaine Asiedu, the brand uses fashion to connect personal expression with Ghanaian heritage.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Fiu Negru Lagos Fashion Week: The Art of Dramatic Detail
Angolan label Fiu Negru made its Lagos Fashion Week debut with Mafalda, a collection built around sheer organza, beaded coral tops and voluminous hemlines. The presentation brought together delicate fabrics, expressive embellishment and bold silhouettes, introducing the brand’s creative direction to a wider African fashion audience.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Pettre Taylor Lagos Fashion Week: Stories Across Generations
Pettre Taylor explored identity, migration and cultural memory through The Middlemen, a collection presented at Lagos Fashion Week 2026. Drawing on the designer’s connection to the Kwararafa, or Jukun, people, the presentation combined knitwear, woven fabrics, oversized denim and nomadic-inspired styling.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- politics
Doris Ogala and Her Men: Broken Vows and Courtroom Drama.
Doris Ogala's reported remand in Lagos has brought renewed attention to her long-running public dispute with Pastor Chris Okafor. The actress, who is also an African Action Congress governorship candidate in Abia State, pleaded not guilty to allegations involving electronic communications, intimate material and attempted extortion.
Queen Diana Story · 29 October 2026
- fashion
Dust of the Earth at Lagos Fashion Week 2026
Dust of the Earth presented A Letter to Earth, a collection that explored identity, memory and circular fashion through reworked materials and expressive silhouettes. Founded by Omolabake Temetan, the label demonstrated how discarded textiles can become the foundation for new creative possibilities.
Global News Arena Writer · 29 October 2026
- fashion
Bakusoraya at Lagos Fashion Week 2026: Beninese Heritage
Bakusoraya brought Beninese textile traditions and contemporary African elegance to the Lagos Fashion Week 2026 runway. Through batik inspired prints, embroidery, fringe and fluid silhouettes, the label explored how cultural heritage can inform modern fashion.
Global News Arena Writer · 29 October 2026