Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has announced that he plans to return to his original profession as a welder after completing his tenure in office. The governor made this declaration during a roundtable organized by the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) in collaboration with the Nasarawa State Government, held at the Transcorp Hilton […]
Former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has called on President Bola Tinubu to demonstrate genuine commitment to the recently approved “Nigeria First” policy by choosing Nigerian destinations for vacations and seeking medical care locally. In a statement issued by his Special Assistant on Public […]
The United States National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released its final report on the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of former Access Holdings CEO Herbert Wigwe, his wife Doreen, their son Chizi, and three others. The accident, which occurred on February 9, 2024, near Halloran Springs, California, has been attributed primarily […]
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has reached a major milestone in his music career, surpassing 11 million monthly listeners on Spotify for the first time. This achievement further solidifies his status as one of Africa’s most influential and globally recognized artists. Davido’s latest milestone comes shortly after the release of […]
Popular Nigerian comedian and actor, Ayo Makun, widely known as AY, has publicly addressed his recent invitation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations of Naira abuse. The incident reportedly stems from a viral video showing the comedian spraying both local and foreign currencies at a public event, an act prohibited […]
Kwara State has announced a series of impressive fiscal achievements for the first quarter of 2025, reflecting its commitment to prudent financial management and sustainable economic growth under the leadership of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. The state reported a 16% increase in Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) compared to the same period in 2024. Revenue rose […]
In a solemn and sacred ceremony, Catholic Cardinals from around the world gathered at St. Peter’s Basilica on Wednesday, May 7, to attend a special Mass just hours before the start of the conclave to elect a new Pope. The Mass, which is a traditional part of the papal election process, was attended by […]
In a bid to revitalize a decades-old institution, the Federal Government has launched a comprehensive reform of the National Youth Service Corps. The move aims to align the scheme with the country’s current development needs and the aspirations of its young population. At a ceremony held in the nation’s capital Abuja, key stakeholders […]
A Kenyan court has imposed a substantial fine on four individuals, including two teenagers from Belgium, for attempting to illicitly export a large quantity of live ants from the country. The incident has drawn glob attention, with the Kenyan Wildlife Service alleging that the group engaged in “biological exploitation”. The two Belgian nationals, […]
ExxonMobil has announced a significant $1.5 billion investment in Nigeria’s deepwater oil sector, reaffirming its long-term commitment to the country’s energy industry. This decision aims to boost offshore production while dispelling previous speculations about the company’s potential exit from the Nigerian market. The investment, set to be implemented between the second quarter of 2025 […]
