In a joint announcement on Friday, the United States and Mexico have officially submitted a bid to host the 2027 Women’s World Cup. This bid is poised to encounter stiff competition from contenders such as Brazil and a combined European … Continue reading US and Mexico jointly bid to host 2027 women’s world cup
The Senate Public Account Committee has initiated an investigation into the alleged under-remittance of N62 billion in revenue by the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS). The revelation came to light through the 2017 Auditor General Report, currently under review by the … Continue reading Senate investigates Nigerian customs service for alleged N62bn under remittance
American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift has achieved a groundbreaking feat by securing the fifth position in Forbes’ list of the World’s Most Powerful Women, marking the first time an entertainer has entered the top five since the list’s inception. Forbes attributed … Continue reading Taylor Swift earns fifth spot as one of the most influential women
Napoli’s star striker, Victor Osimhen, was honored as the Italian Footballers’ Association Footballer of the Year in recognition of his outstanding performance with the Neapolitans during the previous season. The award ceremony, held on Monday night, featured various accolades, including … Continue reading Victor Osimhen secures AIC footballer of the year award
A significant crowd inundated banking halls on Monday as customers rushed to link their Bank Verification Numbers (BVN) and National Identity Numbers (NIN) to their bank accounts. The surge in activity comes in response to the recent directive from the … Continue reading Cash shortage grips banks as customers flock for BVN/NIN revalidation
In the third quarter of 2023, Nigeria experienced a remarkable 53.16% year-on-year increase in foreign trade, reaching a total of N18.80 trillion, according to the National Bureau of Statistics’ ‘Foreign Trade in Goods Statistics (Q3 2023)’ report released on Monday. … Continue reading Nigeria’s oil revenue surges by 83%, Reaches N8.5tn in Q3 – NBS
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum and Regulatory Commission have revealed plans by the Federal Government to revoke dormant oil exploration leases granted to companies that have yet to undertake exploration activities. Gbenga Komolafe, the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Upstream … Continue reading FG contemplates revoking dormant oil licences in industry overhaul
A group of Nigerian intellectuals residing in the United States, led by President Dr. Philips Idris, has accused the Economics and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of human rights violations in the ongoing trial of Mr. Godwin Emefiele, the former Governor … Continue reading US group accuses EFCC of human rights violation in Emefiele’s case
Comedian Ayodeji Richard Makun, popularly known as AY, has opened up about his apprehension in telling certain jokes, citing concerns over misinterpretation and hurtful reactions. In a recent interview with media personality Toke Makinwa, AY discussed the aftermath of his … Continue reading Comedian AY reveals why he’s afraid of cracking specific jokes
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has refuted claims of accidental civilian casualties during an air raid in Kaduna. Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, the Director of Public Relations and Information for NAF, stated that the Air Force had not conducted any … Continue reading Nigerian air force denies accidental bombing of Kaduna village
Former Minister of Communications, Adebayo Shittu, has urged President Bola Tinubu to initiate quarterly town hall meetings as a means of engaging with political stakeholders and community leaders across the six geopolitical regions. Shittu, who served as a minister in … Continue reading Former minister urges Tinubu to address Nigerians directly
Nigerian artist Opeyemi Rahim, popularly identified as Lyta, has openly expressed his desire for a return to his former record label, YBNL Nation. During an appearance on the Ginger Yourself Podcast, Lyta clarified that his departure from YBNL was not … Continue reading Lyta appeals to Olamide to accept him back into YBNL
The Federal Government has announced its imminent commencement of fund disbursement through the Presidential Palliative Programme, aimed at mitigating the effects of the fuel subsidy removal. In a statement released on Sunday by the Minister for Industry, Trade, and Investment, … Continue reading FG set to disburse grants to SMEs in response to subsidy removal
An investigation has revealed that a total of 1,197 doctors trained in Nigeria have migrated to the United Kingdom since May 29, 2023. As of the current data, Nigeria is on track to surpass Pakistan and become the second-highest contributor … Continue reading 1,197 Nigerian trained doctors migrate to UK since May
Tragedy struck at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, as a final-year Geology student, Joseph Agabaidu, was fatally stabbed by assailants during an attempted phone theft. The incident occurred around 7 pm on Saturday as Agabaidu was returning to his … Continue reading ATBU student fatally stabbed in Bauchi
Music streaming giant Spotify revealed its decision to trim its workforce by approximately 17%, citing the need to streamline operations in response to a notable slowdown in economic growth. Despite the positive news in October of a rare quarterly operating … Continue reading Spotify announces 17% workforce reduction in cost-cutting move
American rapper Lil Wayne, also known as Dwayne Michael Carter Jr., is facing a lawsuit from his former bodyguard, Carlos Christian. Legal documents obtained by TMZ reveal Christian’s claims that Wayne, 41, not only punched him but also allegedly threatened … Continue reading Lil Wayne sued for alleged assault and threats by former bodyguard
In the Euro 2024 draw conducted on Saturday, defending champions Italy found themselves in the same group as Spain, setting the stage for an intense battle. The group stage will also witness a heavyweight clash between France and the Netherlands, … Continue reading Italy and Spain set to clash in Euro 2024 group stage
The National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) said its operatives have arrested a suspected Indian hemp farmer in Sokoto State. The Commandant of NDLEA in the state, Mr Adamu Iro, told newsmen on Saturday that “It is the first of … Continue reading NDLEA nabs alleged indian hemp farmer in Sokoto state
Tolanibaj, a former participant of Big Brother Naija and a disc jockey, has shared her sentiments on relationships, expressing her disappointment that none of the seven men she had dated in the past ended up marrying her. During the latest … Continue reading I dated seven men, but none married me – Tolanibaj
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has received acclaim as an ‘Outstanding Georgia Citizen’ from the State of Georgia in the United States. The ‘OBO’ singer was present at the State of Georgia General Assembly meeting on … Continue reading Georgia state in the U.S. honors Davido as ‘outstanding citizen’
Ecobank Group has reported a substantial 59% increase in its gross earnings, reaching N1.21 trillion by the end of September 2023, compared to N761.29 billion during the same period in 2022. The Audited Consolidated Financial Statements, filed with the Nigerian … Continue reading Ecobank achieves impressive growth, records earnings of N1.21tn
Three traditional rulers from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State lost their lives in a fatal auto crash that occurred on Friday. The monarchs were involved in a collision between a Benz E230 with the registration plate OLODOGBO and … Continue reading Tragic auto crash claims lives of three Oyo monarchs, leaves nine others injured
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has called for sustained private and philanthropic financing to address the critical issue of inadequate water infrastructure in the state. Speaking at a side event during a United Nations climate change conference in Dubai on … Continue reading Governor Sanwo-Olu appeals for funding solutions to address water shortage in Lagos
A forthcoming boost in pension stipends for pensioners in the federal civil service is on the horizon, as revealed in a report on pension harmonization submitted to the Federal Government by the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission. The expected … Continue reading FG considers pension increase for workers in 2024, says wages commission
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