Iniobong Edo, a popular Nollywood actress, recently shared in an interview with Chude Jideonwo that her childhood aspirations were to become a lawyer or a newscaster. She revealed that her role model was the late broadcaster, Tokunbo Ajayi, and she … Continue reading I would have been a lawyer but ended up in Nollywood – Ini Edo
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) announced on Thursday that noodles manufactured in Nigeria were free from ethylene oxide and its byproducts. NAFDAC Director-General, Mojisola Adeyeye, revealed the findings during a media briefing conducted to … Continue reading Nigerian noodles declared safe and ethylene oxide free by NAFDAC
During a heavy downpour on Friday, at least 116 houses in the well-known Trademore Estate located in Lugbe, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), were submerged, resulting in extensive damage to properties worth hundreds of millions of naira. Dr. Abbas G. Idriss, … Continue reading Over 100 houses submerged as flood ravages trademore estate in FCT
In a federal high court in Yenegoa, Bayelsa state’s capital, a preliminary objection raised by the defense counsel questioning the prosecution powers of the Department of State Services (DSS) in cybercrime cases has been dismissed. The DSS had brought charges … Continue reading Judge upholds DSS’s power to prosecute cyberstalking case
President Bola Tinubu expressed his dissatisfaction with the state of Nigeria’s financial system under the leadership of Godwin Emefiele, the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), stating that it was “rotten.” Tinubu ordered an investigation into Emefiele’s … Continue reading Tinubu condemns state of Nigeria’s financial system and discusses Emefiele’s arrest
Nigeria’s foreign debt has increased to N49.85 trillion ($108.30 billion) as of March 31st, 2023, compared to N46.25 trillion in December 2022, according to the Debt Management Office. In a statement shared on Twitter, the DMO disclosed that the total … Continue reading Nigeria’s total debt reaches N49.85 trillion
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called for the postponement of the planned increase in electricity tariffs, set for July 1, in order to protect the collective well-being and safety of Nigerians. NLC President, Mr. Joe Ajaero, emphasized that the … Continue reading NLC calls on FG to postpone electricity tariff hike
The Debt Management Office (DMO) predicts that Nigeria’s total public debt could reach N81.64tn this year, based on its 2022 Debt Sustainability Analysis Report. The report reveals that the increase in total public debt-to-GDP ratio from 23.4% in September 2022 … Continue reading Nigeria’s debt approaching N81tn raises concerns for DMO due to low revenue
The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed its willingness to welcome former governor Nyesom Wike if he chooses to defect to their party. Chief Tony Okocha, a chieftain of the APC and former Chief of … Continue reading We’re set to adopt Wike into our party – APC
Bill Gates, co-founder of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, has emphasized the need for improved healthcare budgeting by both the federal and state governments in Nigeria. Speaking at the Youth Innovation Forum in Lagos, Gates expressed concern over the … Continue reading Nigeria spends not more than $10 per citizen on health annually – Bill Gates
The Abia State Police Command has officially confirmed the arrest of Pastor Chukwuemeka Orji, a 60-year-old clergyman, on charges of defiling a 13-year-old female domestic worker in the Aba area of the state. ASP Chinaka Maureen, the Police Public Relations … Continue reading Abia state pastor defiles 13-year-old girl
Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate during the February 25 presidential election, has expressed his belief that Nigeria can benefit from the increasing number of Nigerians emigrating to other countries in search of better opportunities. This phenomenon, popularly known … Continue reading Nigeria will surely benefit from ‘Japa Syndrome’ – Peter Obi
In a statement released by the Special Adviser to the Speaker on Media and Publicity, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr. Tajudeen Abbas, congratulated Malam Nuhu Ribadu, the new National Security Adviser, as well as the appointed Service … Continue reading Tinubu’s appointments serve Nigeria’s best interest – Tajudeen Abbas
The United Nations (UN) has contributed $20 million to address the pressing challenges of food security and nutrition in the north-east region of Nigeria. The donation, announced by Ann Weru, head of public information at the UN Office for the … Continue reading UN donates $20 million to enhance food security and nutrition in north east Nigeria
During a recent interview with reality star Tacha on Cool FM, Lagos, popular Nigerian singer Simi shared that she has never personally endured heartbreak in a relationship. She clarified that her latest song, “Stranger,” which delves into the theme of … Continue reading I’ve never experienced heartbreak – Simi
Suspended CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele’s potential flight from the country if granted bail was emphasized by the Department of State Services (DSS) in the Federal Capital Territory High Court on Tuesday. The Attorney General of the Federation also supported the … Continue reading Emefiele will flee if granted bail – DSS
Nobel laureate Prof. Wole Soyinka expresses concern over the misuse of technology and social media by “ignoramuses.” He warns that improper usage is regressing humanity, with profiling and abusive language being prevalent. Soyinka admits to not being a fan of … Continue reading Social media has taken humanity backwards – Wole Soyinka
Microsoft co-founder and co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Bill Gates, is set to visit Nigeria and the Niger Republic this week. The purpose of the visit is to engage in discussions with national and local leaders, foundation … Continue reading Bill Gates to visit Nigeria, partner on health and developmental issues
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) has called on the World Bank to approve loans for the federal and state governments in Nigeria based on their performance rankings on the ICAN Accountability Index. Dr. Innocent Okwuosa, the President … Continue reading ICAN calls on World Bank to consider accountability index for loans to Nigerian governments
Following the Central Bank of Nigeria’s decision to float the national currency against the dollar and other global currencies, the naira experienced a significant appreciation, closing at 663.04/dollar on Friday. Within a 24-hour period, the currency strengthened by approximately 5.9%, … Continue reading IMF commits support as naira appreciates to N663/$ in Nigeria
In a ceremony marking the sixth anniversary of his coronation, the inauguration of his new modern palace, and his 60th birthday celebration, Oba Francis Alao, the Olugbon of Orile Igbon in Oyo State, expressed his belief that Nigeria would regain … Continue reading Oyo monarch confident of corruption free Nigeria under Tinubu’s leadership
The National Population Commission (NPC) has announced that the decision regarding the date for the 2023 National Population and Housing Census lies solely with President Ahmed Bola Tinubu. Hon. Ejike Eze, the Federal Commissioner of the NPC for Enugu State, … Continue reading Tinubu holds authority to determine new date for 2023 census – NPC
In a historic move, President Bola Tinubu has introduced a firefighting truck to his presidential convoy, marking a significant milestone for the Nigerian Presidency. The announcement came on June 15th during a visit by the new Permanent Secretary in the … Continue reading Tinubu makes history! Adds firefighting truck into presidential convoy
Dele Alake, who serves as the Special Adviser on Special Duties, Communications, and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, expressed his view on the first two weeks of the Tinubu administration. He stated that Nigerians are experiencing a newfound sense of … Continue reading President Tinubu shatters myths and breathes new life into Nigerians – Dele Alake
In a meeting led by Vice President Kashim Shettima, President Bola Tinubu made it clear to the National Economic Council (NEC) that he would not accept any excuses for failure. The NEC, comprising the vice president, 36 governors, the governor … Continue reading No Room for Excuses – Tinubu tells NEC
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