Nigerian musician, Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe, popularly known as Kizz Daniel, has surprised fans with a revelation about his background. The Ogun-native artist disclosed on Tuesday, through his social media handle, that he is of partial Fulani and Yoruba descent. “So… … Continue reading I am half Fulani, half Yoruba – Kizz Daniel
President Bola Tinubu has announced a strategic focus on improving Nigeria’s health sector through substantial investments and increased budget allocation in the proposed 2024 budget. Emphasizing health as a fundamental human right, Tinubu outlined plans for an extensive overhaul of … Continue reading Tinubu pledges significant funding for health sector
The Nigerian naira experienced a significant appreciation of 27.16%, closing at N864.29/$ on the official Investors and Exporter window on Monday. The daily turnover of the dollar also saw a substantial increase, surging by 86.83% to $132.46 million compared to … Continue reading Naira gains ground, trades at N864/$ on official market with increased dollar supply
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) is poised to delist 91,843 companies for non-compliance with the filing of annual returns. The commission, which initially published a list of 94,581 companies in August, reduced the number to 91,843 in its recent update. … Continue reading CAC set to delist over 91,000 companies for infractions
US President Joe Biden has expressed that the Israeli administration, under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, opposes a two-state solution with the Palestinians. Biden urged Netanyahu to “change” his government, citing the current administration as the most conservative in Israel’s history, … Continue reading Israeli govt ‘doesn’t want’ two-state solution – Biden
In a session at the Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court on Tuesday, December 12, a man named Wasiu Oriyomi was remanded in the Kirikiri Maximum Correctional Centre for the alleged defilement of a 7-year-old girl. Oriyomi, whose residential … Continue reading Man detained in prison over defilement of 7 year old girl
In its pursuit of achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) by 2030, the Federal Government is preparing to introduce the Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative. Professor Muhammad Pate, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, announced this during a … Continue reading FG set to unveil universal health coverage initiative
Moet Abebe, a Nollywood actress and media personality, has asserted that Nigerian internet users do not appreciate outspoken women. Abebe, co-host of the Bahd And Boujee Podcast with reality star Tolani Baj, addressed the criticism she faced for her podcast … Continue reading Nigerians do not appreciate outspoken women – Moet Abebe
MC Oluomo expressed joy as sensational singer Wizkid unexpectedly visited his Lagos residence on Monday, December 11. Sharing videos on Instagram, MC Oluomo praised Wizkid for his unparalleled talent and humility. He highlighted the captivating conversation, emphasizing the musician’s magnetic … Continue reading Wizkid pays courtesy visit to MC Oluomo
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has cautioned customers against engaging with touts and offering bribes. Abdullahi Yakubu-Funtua, the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, emphasized in a statement on Monday that the authority has deployed undercover agents … Continue reading FAAN issues warning to airport users to avoid touts and bribes
The latest official figures indicate a slowdown in wage growth and signs of a stalling UK job market. Pay growth, excluding bonuses, decreased to 7.3% in the three months to October, accompanied by a drop in job vacancies. Despite the … Continue reading UK wage growth slows amid stalling jobs market
Social media giant TikTok has entered into a joint venture with Indonesian tech company GoTo to relaunch its online shopping business in the country. As part of the deal, TikTok, owned by China’s Bytedance, will invest over $1.5 billion in … Continue reading TikTok shop in Indonesia set to reopen after $1.5bn deal
The federal government of Nigeria has indicated the possibility of returning to the National Assembly next year to seek approval for a supplementary budget if the country exceeds its revenue projections. Currently, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s N27.5 trillion appropriation bill … Continue reading Nigeria may increase 2024 Budget if Revenue improves next year – Wale Edun
Jigawa State Police Command operatives have apprehended three notorious car thieves and successfully recovered three stolen vehicles, including one belonging to Dr. Abdullahi Dogo, a Technical Adviser to the Governor of Jigawa State. Assistant spokesperson of the command, ASP Abubakar … Continue reading Jigawa police arrest three suspected notorious car thieves
American actor and comedian Chris Rock, along with comedians Ali Wong and the hosts of the SmartLess podcast—Will Arnett, Sean Hayes, and Jason Bateman—have collectively declined the opportunity to host the 2024 Golden Globes. The award ceremony, scheduled for January … Continue reading Chris Rock turns down proposal to host Golden Globes 2024 awards after Will Smith Oscar slap
Nigerian singer Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has opened up about his journey to joining the YBNL Nation record label, revealing that he spent nearly two years persuading ace rapper and YBNL Nation CEO, Olamide, to sign him. The … Continue reading I begged Olamide for two years before he gave me a chance to join YBNL- Asake
Chelsea legend Didier Drogba has extended congratulations to Victor Osimhen and Asisat Oshoala for their triumphs at the Confederation of African Football awards 2023. Drogba celebrated their victories by sharing photos of Osimhen and Oshoala on his Instagram account on … Continue reading Drogba celebrates Osimhen, Oshoala on CAF 2023 win
FIFA President Gianni Infantino strongly condemned the assault on Turkish football referee Halil Umut Meler by Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca, deeming the attack “totally unacceptable.” The Turkish football federation responded by suspending all leagues indefinitely following the violent incident that … Continue reading FIFA strongly condemns assault on Turkish referee
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a warning that universities nationwide may face strikes in 2024 due to the insufficient budget allocated to the education sector and inadequate remuneration. Prof. Emmanuel Oshodeke highlighted President Bola Tinubu’s earlier … Continue reading ASUU kicks against low education budget, threatens to go on strike
Singer Adedamola Adefolahan, popularly known as Fireboy DML, has shed light on why Nigerian artists often avoid touring the country despite achieving global success in selling out arenas worldwide. In a recent interview with Cool FM Nigeria in Lagos, hosted … Continue reading Nigerian music industry lacks proper structure – Fireboy
A truck driver, identified as Johnson Samson, reportedly collapsed inside the cabin of his truck on Monday at the Dangote Agro Sack Area, located at the Dangote Cement Plant in Ibese, Ogun State. Samson, affiliated with Dangote Cement Transport in … Continue reading Tragic! Truck driver slumps and dies in Ogun state
Tensions have escalated between organized labor and the Federal Government over allegations of the government’s failure to sustain the payment of the N35,000 wage award to workers. Federal Civil Service employees, in separate interviews on Monday, revealed that the Federal … Continue reading Labour cries out as FG stops N35,000 award payment
The Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) has emphasized the crucial need for collective efforts to safeguard the institution in light of escalating global concerns such as insecurity, crime, drug abuse, and social disorders. During a security summit held in … Continue reading VC request stakeholders’ support for LASUED
A South African woman’s elation over acquiring a new car quickly turned into a mishap. The footage captured her triumphant moment at the dealership, where she posed for a photo while receiving the keys to her freshly purchased Hyundai vehicle. … Continue reading South African woman crashes new car by mistake immediately after buying it
In Birnin-Kebbi, Hisbah State Commission operatives apprehended a 33-year-old man named Muhammad Dahiru for sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl. The arrest occurred on Monday, December 11, 2023, and the suspect, hailing from Koko/Besse Local Government Area of the state, was … Continue reading Hausa man arrested for raping 12 year old girl in Kebbi
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