Social media commentator Daniel Regha has urged record producer and music executive Don Jazzy to contemplate adopting children. Regha expressed that while marriage may not be necessary, Don Jazzy should prioritize parenthood and consider adopting a child to carry on … Continue reading Don Jazzy fires back at Daniel Regha
The lawsuit against Nvidia claims that Mohammad Moniruzzaman, a senior staff member, inadvertently revealed stolen tech secrets from his former employer, Valeo, during an online presentation. Valeo alleges that Moniruzzaman, who worked for its German arm, took gigabytes of data, … Continue reading Nvidia faces lawsuit over accidental video call reveal ‘Stolen’ tech secrets
Thirteen women and children held hostage by fighters in Gaza are set to be the first to be released as the temporary truce between Israel and Hamas begins at 7 am local time on Friday, according to Qatar. Dr. Majed … Continue reading Qatar announces Israel-Hamas truce starting at 7 am on Friday with release of first hostages
A suspect has been apprehended by the police in connection with the murder of Mrs. Juliana Dimaka, the owner of Testimony Supermarket in Eket, Akwa Ibom State. The businesswoman was strangled to death at her home on October 17, 2023, … Continue reading Suspect apprehended in connection with murder of businesswoman in Akwa Ibom
Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has issued a warning against unlawful travels abroad. The caution came during her visit to Nigerians in a shelter in Brampton, Canada. Expressing sympathy for those in difficult situations, … Continue reading Nigerians advised against traveling abroad without proper documentation
Former football legend Dani Alves, renowned for his time at Barcelona and Brazil, could potentially serve a nine-year prison sentence if found guilty of sexually assaulting a woman in a Spanish nightclub. Prosecutors are advocating for this sentence, accompanied by … Continue reading Dani Alves faces 9 year prison term over alleged sexual assault case
Heavyweight contender Jarrell Miller is eyeing a potential bout against Anthony Joshua in 2024. Despite Joshua’s upcoming fight against Otto Wallin in December, Miller expressed his desire to face the British-Nigerian in the future. ALSO READ: Anthony Joshua reveals why … Continue reading Miller sets sights on retiring Joshua in 2024 showdown
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has reassured local shipowners that the re-establishment of national shipping lines will not adversely affect their operations. Speaking at a stakeholders’ roundtable in Lagos, Oyetola emphasized that the government’s initiative to … Continue reading FG says new shipping line won’t hurt local operators
The President of Dubai Chamber, Mohammad Lootah, has revealed that the non-oil trade between Nigeria and Dubai hit $2.1 billion in 2022. This announcement was made during the New Horizons Trade Mission in Nigeria, held in Lagos. The event, themed … Continue reading Nigeria-Dubai non oil trade surpasses $2.1 billion in 2022
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has underscored the critical importance of creating a conducive business environment for the productive sector to achieve Nigeria’s aspirations of rapid industrialization and economic diversification. Francis Meshioye, the association’s President, made this assertion on … Continue reading Manufacturers in Nigeria say tough business conditions could stop growth
The winners of the hackathon segment at the Second Edition of the Zenith Tech Fair, themed “Future Forward 3.0,” have been announced. The event, held on November 23-24, 2023, at the Eko Convention Centre, Eko Hotels & Suites, Victoria Island, … Continue reading Zenith tech fair crowns finalists with N59 million in prizes
OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman is set to return as the company’s CEO, just days after being fired by the board. The agreement, still in principle, involves the appointment of new board members, including former Salesforce co-CEO Bret Taylor and former … Continue reading OpenAI CEO Sam Altman makes dramatic return after being fired
Troops from the Joint Task Force North West Operation HADARIN DAJI successfully rescued 31 kidnapped individuals in various areas of Sokoto State on Tuesday, as confirmed by the Nigerian Army in an official statement posted on Wednesday. Led by Major … Continue reading Army rescues 31 kidnap victims in Sokoto, terrorists flee as troops intensify operations
Manchester United and England defender Luke Shaw has made a comeback to training after being sidelined with a “muscle issue” in the early part of the season, the club announced on Wednesday. The 28-year-old left-back’s return is timely for United, … Continue reading Man Utd’s Luke Shaw resumes training following injury layoff
In Port Harcourt, Rivers State, a man has reportedly attacked his wife by pouring acid on her. The details of the incident remain unclear at the moment, but reports suggest that it occurred in Oyigbo, on the outskirts of Port … Continue reading Man allegedly pours acid on his wife in Rivers state
Qatar declared on Wednesday, November 22, a truce-for-hostages agreement between Israel and Hamas, marking the first temporary cessation of hostilities in the six-week-long conflict. The deal, mediated by Qatar’s Foreign Ministry, is expected to secure the release of dozens of … Continue reading Qatar announces ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas
Nigerian and German companies have formalized two crucial agreements in Berlin, signaling a major boost to economic ties. Valued at $500 million, the agreements involve a renewable energy pact and a gas export deal, representing a significant milestone in bilateral … Continue reading Nigeria and Germany sign $500 million deals for renewable energy
The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) has urged the Federal Government and the Central Bank of Nigeria to give priority to listed corporates in their procurement processes and access to foreign exchange. Temi Popoola, the Chief Executive Officer of NGX, emphasized … Continue reading NGX urges FG to prioritize listed companies in foreign exchange access
The Federal Government has officially launched the Startup Support and Engagement Portal as a crucial step in implementing the Nigeria Startup Act. Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, shared the announcement on Tuesday night, emphasizing … Continue reading Federal government introduces startup registration portal
A comprehensive analysis of budget performance reports from Open Nigerian States, a budgIT-backed platform, reveals that the 36 states of the federation collectively expended N1.71tn on recurrent expenditures during the first nine months of 2023. The expenses encompassed allowances, foreign … Continue reading States spends N1.7tn on travel, meals, and more
A report obtained on Monday revealed that the Federal Government of Nigeria incurred an estimated loss of $16 trillion due to natural gas flaring over the past decade, spanning from 2012 to 2022, according to the Energy Institute’s 72nd edition … Continue reading Federal government records $16 trillion loss to gas flare over 10 years
On Tuesday, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, presented the 2024 Financial Year budget proposal to the state House of Assembly, amounting to a total of N845.63 billion. This figure stands in contrast to the revised provision of ₦850.00 billion … Continue reading Akwa Ibom allocates N845.63 billion in budget for 2024 fiscal year
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir-Yusuf, has presented a second supplementary budget for the year 2023, amounting to N24 billion, to the State House of Assembly. The submission was made on Tuesday during a plenary session in Kano and was officially … Continue reading Yusuf submits N24 billion supplementary budget to Kano assembly
The United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) delivered a crucial oxygen plant to the Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital in Sagamu on Tuesday. The purpose behind this generous act is to ensure an ample and affordable supply of oxygen for … Continue reading UNICEF gifts oxygen plant to Ogun hospital
Nigerian artist, Crown Uzama, popularly known as Shallipopi, recently discussed the vast wealth within the music industry in an interview with Pop Central TV. The music sensation expressed the incomprehensible financial opportunities present in the music business. Drawing a unique … Continue reading Music wealth is like ritual money – Shallipopi
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