Yoruba Youth Assembly Kicks Against Granting Indigeneship through Marriage, Residence A bill that proposes to award a person indigene status on the grounds of marriage, residence for a consecutive period of not less than 10 years, or birth has received strong criticism from groups in Nigeria. The bill, which is before the National Assembly, […]
The Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasidi Ladoja, recently shared the reasons behind his absence from the official state Eid Prayer Ground at Agodi Gate in Ibadan, dispelling rumors that his decision was politically motivated. The former governor explained that his choice to stay away was due to the environment at Agodi, which he felt […]
The Federal Government has mandated stakeholders to contribute to the development of a comprehensive National Workplace Intervention Action Plan, aimed at mitigating consequences of emerging occupational safety and health (OSH) issues in Nigeria. At a Stakeholders’ Retreat on Workplace Intervention to Emerging OSH Issues in Nigeria, organized by the Ministry of Labour and Employment […]
As the April 5 deadline looms, TikTok’s future in the United States remains uncertain. The popular social media platform is at risk of a nationwide ban unless its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, sells its U.S. operations. Government officials have been pushing for a sale, citing national security concerns, while TikTok users and creators fear the […]
The Israeli government announced today that it will be cancelling all tariffs on US products, effective immediately. This decision is expected to significantly boost trade between the two nations and further solidify their already strong economic ties. Israel announced the plan in a joint statement from Netanyahu, Israeli Minister of Finance Bezalel Smotrich, and […]
A shocking development has emerged in the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal case, as copies of an unsigned document, purported to be the judgment of the tribunal, have surfaced online, stirring controversy and speculation. The document, which bears the petition number of the case filed by the Peoples Democratic Party and its governorship […]
Nigerian banks have collectively paid approximately ₦205.6 billion in windfall taxes, following the federal government’s introduction of a tax targeting their foreign exchange (FX) gains. The tax, which has sparked significant debate, applies retroactively from June 14, 2023, to December 31, 2025, and was recently increased from 50% to 70% by the Senate. The move […]
Luxury car customizer, Mansory, has teamed up with golf cart manufacturer Garia, to create the world’s most expensive golf cart, priced at $120,000. The high-end vehicle is designed to provide an unparalleled golfing experience, featuring a range of luxurious amenities and cutting-edge technology. The golf cart, which is the result of a collaboration between […]
Three mortuary attendants in Abia State narrowly escaped lynching by a mob after they were accused of harvesting the testicles from a deceased man. The incident, which caused sent shock waves throughout the community, highlights the growing fears about ritual killings and the dangers of organ-haevesting rumours. The victim, whose identity has yet to […]
Zenith Bank Plc, Nigeria’s most profitable bank, has announced that women now make up 53% of its total workforce as of 2024. This achievement is a testament to the bank’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The bank, which has consistently led the pack in the Nigerian banking industry, is also proudly led […]
