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“Delila” pushes Street Kid’s Diary (Disc 2) beyond its opening announcement, offering up a Nigerian musician TML Vibez another early solo moment on the 2026 album. Positioning immediately afterwards “Eyes on me” keeps the project focused TML Vibez until the first proper collaboration comes later in the running order, allowing the opening section to evolve around his vocal personality. …

LONDON, United Kingdom, October 5, 2026 — The National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL) and Nigeria-based Lagos Deep Offshore Logistics Base (LADOL) have signed a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to advance plans for an oil and gas logistics and shorebase facility in Buchanan, Grand Bassa County. The agreement, signed October 3 in London, is intended to lay the groundwork for …

Abochi, a Ghanaian singer and producer, collaborated with the Ghanaian rapper Medikal on “Long Distance,” reviving a connection that can be heard on their 2021 track “Show Me Something.” Romance is the central theme of the song, with Abochi providing the melodic side and Medikal providing a rap addition to the discussion. The release also comes after Abochi’s recent …

Based on the Akan word for money, “Sika” reunites Ghanaian rapper Medikal with Ghanaian dancehall singer Shatta Wale for another rap and dancehall collaboration in 2026. The writing talks about money, ambition and the pursuit of financial success. Medikal takes the rap-driven sections, while Shatta Wale brings his dancehall presence to the exchange. The tune follows Medikal’s September duet …

In “Everusing”, Ghanaian rapper Strong man raps about enduring hunger, taking responsibility for others and refusing to give up, with the Ghanaian singer Ayisi joining him on the record. The song follows “The Declaration”, where Strongman talked about his place in Ghanaian rap. Here, his writing addresses survival, faith, and the value of opportunity, while Ayisi expands the message …

Last week, the Monrovia City Government began enforcing sanitation regulations across the capital, arresting several people accused of violating city ordinances on illegal dumping, littering and other sanitation-related offenses. City authorities have also begun inspections and site visits across Monrovia as part of efforts to strengthen enforcement and improve cleanliness. This is a welcome move. For years, major street corners …

Nigerian artist Ayox kicks off October with “Happy Face,” a new solo track and a sped-up version of the song. The song follows Ayox’s collaboration with Rexxie on “REMEMBER,” which also got fast-track treatment in August, and brings Ayox back to the center of his release following that shared single. Produced by IBK Sleeks, the song plays on Ayox’s …

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By Lewis S. Teh MONROVIA, October 2, 2026 — Seven civil society organizations and representatives of mining-affected communities have called for comprehensive reforms of Liberia’s mining sector, warning that weak enforcement and limited transparency could prevent the country’s mineral wealth from delivering broad development benefits. The call was made during a Civil Society and Local Communities Roundtable on Mining and …

Weak Akran is a UK-based Nigerian artist and songwriter whose music is rooted in gratitude, purpose and the power of hope. With songs like “Faithful God” (2021) and “SHINE” (2026), he has continued to develop a distinctive sound that blends heartfelt storytelling with uplifting, faith-driven inspiration and contemporary musical expression. Offering listeners encouragement in every season of life. “Gratitude” it …