Dangote Industries Limited has reiterated its unwavering commitment to providing employment opportunities for the Nigerian populace. In an official statement, the conglomerate emphasized its ongoing investments in critical sectors of the economy aimed at fostering job creation and bolstering quality … Continue reading Dangote reaffirms dedication to job creation in Nigeria
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State has taken a firm stance against the alleged assault on the state Commissioner for Woman Affairs and Social Development, Mrs. Juliana Osadahun, by the party’s ward chairman in Akoko North-West Local Government … Continue reading Ondo APC set to suspend chairman for flogging commissioner
In a concerted effort to mitigate flight disruptions and streamline air travel operations, the Federal Government has officially reopened the D Wing of the old international terminal at Lagos’ Murtala Muhammed International Airport. This move is part of a larger … Continue reading FG reopens old international terminal to alleviate flight disruptions
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, the spokesperson for the Northern Elders Forum, as the Special Adviser on Political Issues in the office of Vice-President Kashim Shettima. Dr. Baba-Ahmed, who is also the elder brother of the running … Continue reading Tinubu appoints Hakeem Baba-Ahmed as special adviser
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) students in Ile-Ife, Osun State, have called on the Federal Government to reverse the recent tuition fee hike. The demand was made by the President and General Secretary of the OAU Students’ Union, Abbas Ojo and … Continue reading OAU students call for reversal of fee hike
President Bola Tinubu has put forward the nomination of Dr. Yemi Cardoso to assume the role of Governor at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for an initial term of five years, pending confirmation by the Nigerian Senate. This decision … Continue reading BREAKING: Tinubu appoints Yemi Cardoso as CBN governor
Nigerian forward, Victor Boniface, has clinched the prestigious Bundesliga Player of The Month Award for the month of August, surpassing renowned Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane to secure the honor. This accolade, initiated by the DFL Deutsche Fuball Liga in … Continue reading Victor Boniface outshines Harry Kane to clinch Bundesliga player of the month award
Socialite Samson Erinfolami Balogun, known as Sam Larry, has vehemently denied any involvement in the death of singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, also known as Mohbad. This denial follows a resurgence of an old video depicting an alleged assault on Mohbad during … Continue reading Sam Larry denies involvement in Mohbad’s death
According to the Consumer Price Index report for August 2023, released by the National Bureau of Statistics on Friday, Nigeria’s inflation has surged to 25.80%, marking a significant increase of 1.72% points compared to the previous month’s figure of 24.08%. … Continue reading Nigeria’s inflation hits 25.80% in August
On Air Personality (OAP) Chinedu Ani Emmanuel, popularly known as Nedu Wazobia, has expressed his views on the Nigerian music industry in the wake of the sudden passing of the well-known Nigerian singer Mohbad at the age of 27. Nedu … Continue reading Nigerian music industry is “Very Dark” – OAP Nedu
TikTok, has been fined 345 million euros by a European Union regulator for child data breaches. The fine, equivalent to $369 million, was imposed by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) following a two-year inquiry into breaches it uncovered. The DPC, … Continue reading EU slaps TikTok with €345 million fine for child data violations
The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal filed by the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidate, Uche Nnaji, in the Enugu State governorship election. They were challenging the victory of Governor Peter Mbah, who ran as a candidate of … Continue reading Supreme court upholds gov. Mbah’s victory in Enugu election
the military authorities in Niger Republic have invalidated more than 990 diplomatic passports held by individuals with ties to the former government, both nationals and foreigners. This move comes as part of the post-regime change measures. The country’s foreign ministry … Continue reading Niger junta invalidates 1,000 diplomatic passports tied to ousted regime
Chika Habenuchi Amadi, a Nigerian man, is joyfully celebrating the arrival of his first child after a ten-year wait. In a heartwarming announcement, a family member named Angel Chidi took to Facebook on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, to share photos … Continue reading Nigerian man celebrates fatherhood after 10 years of waiting (pictures)
American singer Nelly has officially confirmed that he is back together with Ashanti, a decade after their initial breakup. Reports of their reconciliation emerged earlier this year, and Nelly has now openly acknowledged their renewed relationship, emphasizing that the reunion … Continue reading Singer Nelly confirms reunion with Ashanti a decade after breakup
The Gauteng Department of Health in South Africa has confirmed the suicide of a pregnant woman in a hospital bathroom. The 25-year-old woman, identified as Refilwe Thamae, who was seven months pregnant, tragically took her own life by hanging herself … Continue reading Pregnant woman takes her own life in hospital restroom
Labour experts are raising concerns about the alarming rate of informal employment in the country, a situation that could potentially lead to significant losses in tax revenue for the government. In response to a report from the National Bureau of … Continue reading Experts express concern over elevated informal employment rate
A female resident, Mistura Olasinde, and her two daughters, Hauwa and Fatima, were kidnapped on Friday, September 8, 2023, from Starwood Estate in Galadimawa, the Federal Capital Territory. Mistura’s husband, Surajudeen Olasinde, an employee of the Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority, … Continue reading Abuja man pays ₦2.8 million to secure release of abducted family
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, administered the oath of office to 38 commissioners and special advisers during a ceremony at the Adeyemi Bero Auditorium in Alausa, Ikeja, signaling the commencement of his second term in office. After a series … Continue reading Sanwo-Olu inaugurates 38 commissioners and special advisers
Leaders from nine small island nations have appeared before the United Nations Maritime Court in Hamburg to seek protection for the world’s oceans from the threats of catastrophic climate change, particularly the rising sea levels that endanger their very existence. … Continue reading Small island nations turn to UN maritime court for climate change assistance
The European Commission has defended its migration partnership with Tunisia in the face of criticism from Members of the European Parliament (MEPs). The partnership, signed in July, aims to address the issue of irregular migration from Tunisia to Europe. Tunisia, … Continue reading EU commission defends migration partnership with Tunisia
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has come under scrutiny for his appointment of his son, David Kudakwashe Mnangagwa, as the deputy finance minister in his newly formed cabinet after his re-election. This decision has sparked concerns about nepotism within the government. David … Continue reading Zimbabwean president appoints son and nephew as deputy ministers
Veteran Nollywood actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), has shared insights into the difficulties of maintaining faithfulness in marriage within the entertainment industry. During an episode of the Teju Babyface Deep Dive Podcast hosted by comedian Teju Babyface, the 62-year-old actor expressed … Continue reading To remain faithful in a marriage is very hard – RMD
Hon. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe, the House of Representatives member representing Oluyole Federal Constituency in Oyo State, has refuted claims of inflating the contract sum for a road rehabilitation project within her constituency. This comes in response to media reports alleging her … Continue reading Oyo representative denies inflating road project contract cost from N9bn to N54bn
The Minister of Transportation, Saidu Alkali, embarked on his inaugural tour of the Lagos-Ibadan rail corridor on Tuesday, September 12, marking a historic moment as the first cargo movement commenced. Minister Alkali initiated the rail corridor tour, commencing at the … Continue reading FG inaugurates freight services on Apapa-Ibadan cargo rail
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