Luke Laidley, a heroic father of three who survived the 9/11 terrorist attack, tragically lost his life on July 4 while selflessly attempting to save children from drowning in Lake Michigan. The incident occurred near Elder Beach, where Laidley, aged … Continue reading 9/11 survivor dies while attempting to save group of kids from drowning
Shell has recently announced the appointment of Ralph Gbobo as the new Managing Director of Shell Nigeria Gas Limited, the company’s gas distribution division. Effective from July 1, 2023, Ralph takes over the position from Ed Ubong, who has assumed … Continue reading Shell Nigeria appoints new MD of gas division
Seplat Energy Plc, an oil company, has been fined N2 million by a Federal High Court in Abuja for filing a lawsuit against two members of its Statutory Audit Committee (STACO). The court, presided over by Justice Inyang Ekwo, ordered … Continue reading Seplat Energy fined N2m for suing incorrect individuals
Federal Government’s N1,000 Proof of Ownership Certificate verification fee for motorists is projected to generate around N12 billion annually. The information was disclosed by the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos Ministry of Transportation, Abdulhafiz Toriola. The introduction of this certificate … Continue reading FG aims to generate N12bn through new vehicle tax
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has announced its plan to limit news access to Canadian users after the passage of a contentious online news bill by the country’s parliament. The bill mandates major platforms like Meta and Google to compensate … Continue reading Facebook and Instagram to limit news access in Canada following online news bill
During a recent event in Lagos State, renowned American business mogul Bill Gates expressed his youngest daughter’s excitement at his visit to Nigeria. He shared that his 20-year-old daughter, Phoebe, eagerly anticipated the opportunity to see Nigerian music sensations Burna … Continue reading My daughter was happy that I would get to see Burna Boy and Rema – Bill Gates
Between January and May 2023, a total of 1,174,392 birth registrations have been documented nationwide. This data was collected using the RapidSMS application, developed by the National Population Commission. RapidSMS serves as a platform for gathering and reporting information on … Continue reading NPC reports over one million births registered in five months
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has decided to suspend its scheduled strike in response to the increase in fuel prices resulting from the removal of subsidies. Following a meeting between the Nigerian government delegation and NLC leadership at the Presidential … Continue reading NLC calls off nationwide strike over fuel subsidy
A 33-year-old man has been apprehended by police detectives from the Ningi Divisional Headquarters for allegedly raping a 10-year-old girl in Nasaru Village, Bauchi State. The suspect reportedly enticed the minor with a lemon drink suspected to be mixed with … Continue reading Man arrested for raping 10 year old girl in Bauchi
Abba Yusuf, the Governor of Kano State, voiced his dismay on Monday regarding the N241 billion debt inherited from the previous administration led by Abdullahi Ganduje. Yusuf, who was declared the winner of the March 18 governorship election, was inaugurated … Continue reading Kano state governor expresses concern over N241bn debt left by former administration
The Central Bank of Nigeria has raised its benchmark interest rate (MPR) to 18.5% during its recent Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting. This marks the highest interest rate in the country in 22 years. The decision was announced by the … Continue reading Nigeria’s central bank raises benchmark interest rate to 18.5% – Highest in 22 years
Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has emphasized his commitment to fighting for the rights of Nigerian workers, even if it means stepping on toes and facing opposition. During a visit to the Senior Staff Union in … Continue reading President of NLC vows to fight for workers’ rights, faces opposition
According to authorities, a scammer in China employed artificial intelligence (AI) to deceive a businessman and swindle him out of millions of yuan. The victim, identified as Guo, received a video call from an individual who appeared and sounded like … Continue reading Chinese scammer exploits artificial intelligence to deceive businessman in multi million yuan fraud
During the period between 2015 and 2023, Nigeria experienced a total of 14 military air crashes resulting in the loss of 15 aircraft, according to reports. These incidents led to the tragic deaths of at least 33 military personnel, while … Continue reading Nigeria witnessed 14 military air crashes under president Buhari’s tenure, experts cite maintenance issues as main cause
In an official statement made by Hajiya Umma Ahmad, the Commissioner of Local Government in Kaduna State, it was revealed that the Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, has given his approval for the removal of two traditional rulers from their positions. … Continue reading Kaduna state governor deposes traditional rulers of Piriga and Arak chiefdoms
Subomi Balogun, the Founder and Former Chairman of First City Monument Bank (FCMB), has passed away at the age of 89. According to family sources, he died in London on Friday morning. Balogun, a prominent Ijebu chief, held several prestigious … Continue reading Founder of FCMB, Subomi Balogun, passes away at 89
In a significant development, the state of Montana has passed a law to ban the popular video-sharing app TikTok, making it the first state in the United States to take such action. The law, signed by Governor Greg Gianforte, is … Continue reading Montana becomes first U.S. state to ban TikTok amidst rising concerns over security and free speech
The Nigerian government has expressed its disapproval of a bill proposed by the National Assembly that seeks to require Nigerian-trained medical and dental practitioners to work for a minimum of five years in the country before being granted full licenses. … Continue reading Nigerian government opposes national assembly bill restricting medical practitioners licensing
Dana Air has announced its backing of world record-breaking chef Hilda Baci by offering her one year of complimentary domestic travel tickets. Hilda achieved the remarkable feat of surpassing the current world record for the longest cooking marathon by an … Continue reading Dana Air supports World record breaking chef, Hilda Baci, with free travel tickets
Lamidi Apapa, the factional leader of the Labour Party, has set a 48-hour deadline for the legal counsels representing the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to update him on the ongoing election petitions tribunal. This ultimatum follows a recent ruling … Continue reading Labour party ‘self proclaimed’ leader gives deadline for briefing on election petitions tribunal
Corinne Foxx, the daughter of renowned American actor Jamie Foxx, has dismissed rumors claiming that her father is seriously ill. Concerns arose among fans when the actor was hospitalized last month, and his family kept his health status under wraps. … Continue reading Jamie Foxx’s daughter denies reports of father’s critical illness
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has granted approval for the allocation of N4.3 billion to procure security equipment for railway stations nationwide. The decision was made during a recent FEC meeting chaired by Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo at the presidential villa … Continue reading Federal executive council grants approval of N4.3 billion for railway station security equipment procurement
The Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has directed the immediate relocation of all aircraft parked at the General Aviation Terminal (GAT) of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. The relocation is ahead of the presidential inauguration scheduled for … Continue reading Federal Government directs private jets to be removed from Abuja airport ahead of presidential inauguration
Eric Lira, a Texas therapist, could face up to 10 years in jail after pleading guilty on Monday for providing performance-enhancing drugs to Olympic athletes, including Nigerian sprinter Blessing Okagbare. Lira was convicted under the Rodchenkov Anti-Doping Act, which was … Continue reading US therapist pleads guilty in Olympic doping case involving Nigerian sprinter Okagbare
Seyi Tinubu, the son of Nigeria’s President-elect, Bola Tinubu, has been accused of purchasing a property in London worth approximately $11 million. The mansion, located in North London, was allegedly bought by the 37-year-old son of the former Governor of … Continue reading Seyi Tinubu accused of buying $11m London mansion linked to fraud
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