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TCMP — Independent journalism and creative storytelling that elevates African voices in the UK, Nigeria, and global diaspora.
Beyond Recognition, A Growing Network of Global Influence and Responsibility International Affairs In an increasingly interconnected world, recognition goes beyond celebrating achievement. It creates opportunities to build relationships, exchange ideas and encourage collaboration across borders. Against this backdrop, the Golden Planet Award 2026, scheduled for 6 November at The Aircraft in Dreieich, near Frankfurt, Germany,…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has granted JPMorgan approval-in-principle to establish JPMorgan Merchant Bank Nigeria Limited, advancing the American financial services group’s expansion into Nigeria’s merchant banking sector. The regulator has also approved seven nominees for the proposed bank’s board and management, including five Nigerians whose professional backgrounds span financial markets, electronic trading, central…
When the Pastor Becomes the Husband: The Silent Crisis in Africa’s Religious Homes By David Ola The Conversation No One Wanted to Have Tunde had reached a point where he no longer knew how to make his voice heard in his own home. At forty-two, the civil engineer had worked hard to provide for his…
By Ola Aina J.P. Morgan’s move towards a Nigerian merchant banking licence raises a bigger question about Africa’s place in the global economy: can the continent turn international interest into productive investment, industrial growth and prosperity for its people? Reports published by Premium Times and Punch on October 20 and 21, 2026, citing Bloomberg, said…
Adriana Barbosa Turning Black Culture into Economic Power By Seun Oni Adriana Barbosa is a Brazilian entrepreneur and cultural leader known for connecting Black culture with entrepreneurship and economic opportunity. She founded Feira Preta, a platform celebrating Afro-Brazilian culture and enterprise, and leads PretaHub, an organisation that supports Black entrepreneurs and creative innovation. In 2002,…
By TCMP The Circle Media Plus (TCMP) has admitted three interns into its journalism training programme in partnership with the Richard George Foundation (RGF), as part of its commitment to developing emerging journalists and advancing cross-border, analytical and philosophical journalism. The three interns will undergo a six-month training programme designed to develop their journalism skills…
By Ola Aina Europe is facing a fresh wave of public discontent as rising living costs, unaffordable housing, pressure on wages and concerns about public services bring demonstrators onto the streets in France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Belgium and Albania. The protests, which intensified in October 2026, have increased pressure on governments to respond to the…
France’s latest unrest has renewed debate about immigration, economic hardship and political instability. However, focusing on immigration alone risks overlooking deeper questions about inequality, public services, political trust and France’s changing position in the world. Demonstrations on 17 October 2026 over rising living costs and poor school conditions were accompanied by looting, arson and clashes…