Jake Swandeh, Author at Made in Benue

Jake Swandeh

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Grammys 2026: Full List of Winners

EntertainmentFebruary 2, 2026358Views 0Likes 0Comments

The 68th Annual Grammy Awards lit up Los Angeles on Sunday night as the global music industry gathered at the Crypto.com Arena to celebrate excellence, creativity, and cultural impact. Hosted by Trevor Noah, the 2026 ceremony delivered historic wins, breakthrough moments, and strong representation from artists across continents and genres. Below is a clean, roundup…

Grammys 2026: Tyla Outshines Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr in African Music Category

EntertainmentFebruary 2, 2026338Views 0Likes 0Comments

South African pop sensation Tyla has once again asserted her dominance on the global music stage, clinching the Best African Music Performance award at the 2026 Grammy Awards and edging out some of Africa’s biggest musical exports in a fiercely competitive category. The win saw Tyla triumph over Nigerian heavyweights Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr,…

Davido Misses Out as Tyla Wins Best African Music Performance at 2026 Grammys

EntertainmentFebruary 2, 2026436Views 0Likes 0Comments

Nigerian music star Davido has lost out in the Best African Music Performance category at the 2026 Grammy Awards, with South African singer Tyla emerging as the winner. The category, which celebrates excellence and global impact in African music, was keenly contested, drawing attention from fans across the continent and the diaspora. While Davido’s nomination…

Benue Partners REA to Power Over One Million Residents with Clean Energy

Business and EconomyFebruary 1, 2026354Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Benue State Government has announced a strategic partnership with the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), a collaboration with the potential to deliver clean and renewable power to over one million people across Benue State. The announcement was made at the 24th State-by-State Energy Roundtable, held on January 28, 2026, where the Benue State Government unveiled…

CIRKUT Wins 2026 GRAMMY for Producer of the Year, Non-Classical

ExclusiveFebruary 1, 2026522Views 0Likes 0Comments

And the 2026 GRAMMY Award for Producer of the Year, Non-Classical goes to CIRKUT — a well-earned victory that crowns a year of genre-defining sound and chart-shaping excellence. Known for his precision, versatility, and ability to craft hits that resonate globally, CIRKUT’s work stood out in a fiercely competitive field. From pop anthems to boundary-pushing…

Christopher Musa: Officers Behind Foiled Coup Knew Consequences of Their Actions

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has said military officers arrested in connection with a foiled coup attempt were fully aware of the consequences of their actions before proceeding. Speaking on the matter, Musa stated that the officers involved “must have made up their minds,” stressing that such actions do not occur without a clear…

Iran Army Chief Warns US, Israel Against Attack, Says Forces on High Alert

Iran’s Chief of Army Staff, Major General Amir Hatami, has issued a stern warning to the United States and Israel against any military aggression, declaring that Iranian forces are on high alert amid heightened tensions in the region. Hatami’s warning comes in response to what he described as heavy military deployments by the United States…

Journalists Barred from Covering ABU’s 45th Convocation

Journalists were on Saturday barred from covering the 45th Convocation ceremony of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, following restrictions imposed by the institution’s Security Division. Several media practitioners who arrived at the university campus to report the event were denied access to the convocation venue, despite identifying themselves and stating their professional purpose. The restriction…

IPOB Declares Sit-At-Home Across South-East Over Onitsha Market Closure

PoliticsJanuary 31, 2026359Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has announced a fresh sit-at-home directive and total lockdown across the South-East, in protest against the recent closure of the Onitsha Main Market by the Anambra State Government. In a statement issued by the group’s spokesperson, Emma Powerful, IPOB described the action as a region-wide solidarity shutdown aimed at…

Wike Threatens to Break Stadium Over Alleged Denial of Access for Political Rallies

PoliticsJanuary 31, 2026303Views 0Likes 0Comments

The political crisis in Rivers State may be heading toward a more confrontational phase following comments attributed to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, over access to a state-owned stadium. Wike reportedly warned that he would “break the stadium” if the Rivers State Government denies him permission to use the facility…

North May Reject Christian-Christian Ticket, APC Chieftain Warns

PoliticsJanuary 30, 2026320Views 0Likes 0Comments

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Farouk Aliyu, has cautioned that the North may not be comfortable with a Christian-Christian presidential ticket, warning that such an arrangement could alienate Muslim voters in the region. Aliyu, a former governorship candidate in Jigawa State, made the remarks during a media interview as discussions continue within…

Pound to Naira Exchange Rate Today — Friday, January 30, 2026

Business and EconomyJanuary 30, 2026545Views 0Likes 0Comments

The British Pound Sterling (GBP) closed the first month of 2026 with a relatively stable performance against the Nigerian Naira (NGN) on Friday, reflecting continued market confidence and the impact of ongoing currency stabilisation measures. Official Market Performance At the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), the Pound opened trading on January 30 at approximately…