Readers Digest:
Stay ahead with today’s most trending global and national stories. From the cinematic gems premiering at the Sydney Film Festival to Nigeria’s tech and education advancements, here’s everything you need to know this May 29, 2025.
🎬 Cinema & Culture
15 Unmissable Movies at the 2025 Sydney Film Festival
The Sydney Film Festival is back with a bang, showcasing a vibrant lineup of 15 must-watch films that span genres, continents, and bold cinematic voices. Whether you’re a film buff or casual viewer, this year’s selection promises powerful stories and unforgettable performances.
Source: The Age, Brisbane Times
📱 Tech & Gadgets
POCO Launches X7 Pro & C71 in Nigeria – Power Meets Affordability
POCO has officially launched the X7 Pro and C71 smartphones in Nigeria, combining high-end performance with wallet-friendly pricing. The launch marks another leap in tech accessibility for the Nigerian market.
Source: Vanguard Nigeria, Daily Post
🎓 Education & Innovation
Nigeria Introduces AI Degree Programme
The Federal Government has unveiled a cutting-edge degree in Artificial Intelligence, marking a pivotal step towards integrating AI into national education and innovation systems.
Source: Vanguard Nigeria
🎭 Entertainment Buzz
Paul Okoye Sounds Alarm on Social Media Toxicity
Singer Paul Okoye has cautioned against the unchecked use of social media, warning of its potential to harm mental health and society at large.
Source: Daily Post Nigeria
Discover Femi Olayebi – Visionary Behind Lagos Leather Fair
Meet the powerhouse behind Nigeria’s luxury handbag scene, Femi Olayebi, and how she’s reshaping African fashion through the Lagos Leather Fair.
Source: BellaNaija
📖 Inspiring Acts & Human Stories
Nigerian Pilgrim Returns $5,000 Lost in Makkah to Russian Owner
A Nigerian pilgrim has gone viral for returning $5,000 lost in Saudi Arabia to its rightful Russian owner, earning praise for honesty and integrity.
Source: Daily Post, Leadership
🔧 Business & Economy
Dangote Cement Rewards Stakeholders with N11bn in Gifts
As part of its customer appreciation drive, Dangote Cement has distributed CNG trucks and cash worth over ₦11 billion to key distributors.
Source: Leadership
FG Raises ₦2.205tn via Sukuk Bonds for Road Infrastructure
In a massive infrastructure push, the Nigerian government has secured ₦2.205 trillion through Sukuk bonds for road construction across the country.
Source: Daily Post
Woodhall Capital Champions Pan-African Trade Finance Drive
The firm is spearheading a continental effort to bridge Africa’s $81bn trade finance gap through strategic collaborations.
Source: Leadership
🌍 Governance & Politics
May 29 Reflections: Atiku Criticizes Tinubu, Ododo Praises Resilience
Former VP Atiku Abubakar declares the Tinubu administration a failure, while Governor Ododo applauds the president’s resilience leadership.
Source: Leadership
Calls for Women in Governance Intensify
Senator Akpabio and other leaders have reiterated the urgent need for greater female representation in Nigeria’s political ecosystem.
Source: Blueprint, Leadership
🚨 Security & Crisis
Bandit Attacks in Zamfara Claim Lives
Two residents have been killed and several abducted in fresh bandit attacks in Zamfara State, fueling insecurity concerns.
Source: Daily Post
KEFFES Host Communities Threaten Oil Production Shutdown
Tensions escalate as Niger Delta communities issue a shutdown ultimatum over alleged neglect by contractors and the NNPCL.
Source: Daily Post
🧪 Health & Climate
Climate Change: NiMet Partners with HEDA to Aid Smallholder Farmers
Nigeria’s meteorological agency and HEDA have joined forces to equip small-scale farmers with climate-resilient techniques.
Source: PunchNG
🎓 WAEC Scandal: Students Take Exams in Darkness
WAEC Explains Late-Night Exams
Students were forced to sit for exams in darkness due to delays WAEC attributes to measures against question leakage. The agency has since issued a public apology.
Source: Legit NG, Vanguard
📌 Trending Quick Hits:
- Rangers’ Cyriel Dessers shares career dream (Glasgow Times)
- Green finance gets a boost as DBN launches climate initiative (Leadership)
- 987 Star Finalist revealed as a real-life Nigerian prince (Channel News Asia)
- African Banker Awards: Morocco’s Nadia Fettah wins top honor (Leconomiste)
- New Guinness Foreign Extra Stout stew recipe trending in Ireland (IrishCentral)