20 Most-Followed TikTokers in Nigeria in 2026   TikTok has become one of the most influential social media platforms in Nigeria. From comedy and entertainment to music, dance, lifestyle and viral livestreams, Nigerian creators are attracting millions of followers and reaching audiences far beyond the country.   The Nigerian TikTok scene has grown rapidly, producing creators who...

FBI Court Declaration Confirms Tinubu Was Subject of Criminal Investigation in US Drug Case   A recent FBI court filing has reignited controversy over a decades-old U.S. investigation involving Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, with a U.S.-based firm arguing that the declaration confirms he was a subject of a criminal investigation connected to a Chicago-area drug-trafficking case....

Meta Set to Charge WhatsApp Business Messages From October   Meta is set to introduce new charges for certain messages sent by businesses through the WhatsApp Business Platform from October 1, 2026, ending the free treatment previously given to some customer-service and utility messages.   The change is expected to affect companies that use WhatsApp to handle customer support,...

Tinubu Announces Rescue of 15 Abducted NYSC Members, Six Others as Security Forces Hunt Kidnappers   President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has welcomed the rescue of 15 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members and six other Nigerians who were abducted in Kogi State, saying security forces are continuing operations to track down those responsible for the kidnapping.   The 21 victims were...

10 Countries Where TikTok Is Most Popular and Active in 2026   TikTok has become one of the world's biggest social media platforms, connecting billions of people through short-form videos, livestreams, entertainment, music, education and online communities.   The platform is particularly popular among young internet users, but its audience now extends across different age groups...