DeadlyRice Rumour Spreads Panic in Ogun, Lagos

Residents of Ogun and Lagos states are gripped by fear following viral voice notes and WhatsApp messages warning of allegedly “deadly rice” in circulation. The widely shared messages claim that bags of imported rice smuggled into Nigeria from a neighbouring country may have been cursed, prompting warnings across communities to avoid consuming rice. According to […]

New Era for Digital Assets Beckons as Trump Pushes for Crypto Deregulation

The cryptocurrency world is rejoicing as former President Donald Trump reaffirms his commitment to boosting the sector with bold moves aimed at cutting red tape and fostering innovation.   Industry leaders, who felt under siege in recent years by regulatory crackdowns, have embraced newfound optimism in Trump’s recent efforts to clarify the legal landscape surrounding […]

Mexican Beauty Influencer Valeria Márquez Shot Dead During TikTok Livestream

Valeria Márquez, a 23-year-old Mexican beauty influencer, was tragically shot and killed during a TikTok livestream in her salon, sending shockwaves across social media and sparking renewed outrage over gender-based violence in Mexico.   Márquez, who had built a devoted following of nearly 200,000 fans across TikTok and Instagram through her beauty and lifestyle content, […]

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INEC to Prioritize Osun 2026 Governorship Election,Says REC Agboke

  The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it will prioritize the Osun 2026 governorship election as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s democratic process. This was disclosed by the Osun State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Dr. Mutiu Agboke, during a strategic meeting with the National Orientation Agency (NOA) in Osogbo […]

Trade Between Nigeria, Britain Hits £7.2 Billion Amid Growing Economic Ties

Trade between the United Kingdom and Nigeria has surged to £7.2 billion in the four quarters leading up to the end of Q4 2024, according to newly released data from the British government. The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Dr. Richard Montgomery, confirmed the milestone during a media briefing, describing the bilateral relationship as “dynamic […]

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GTCO, ACCESSCORP Lead Activity Chart at Nigerian Stock Market

  • May 14, 2025
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The Nigerian stock market has witnessed a significant increase in activity, with GTCO and ACCESSCORP emerging as the top performers. According to the latest data, GTCO led the activity chart with an impressive 53.2 million shares traded, followed closely by ACCESSCORP with 51.9 million shares.     The top five performers on the activity chart […]

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17 Nigerian Firms Named Among Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies in 2025

  • May 14, 2025
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The Financial Times, in partnership with Statista, has released its annual ranking of Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies, with 17 Nigerian firms making the cut.   The list, which tracks compound annual revenue growth between 2020 and 2023, features a diverse range of companies from Nigeria, including fintech giant Moniepoint Inc., hospitality leader Transcorp Hotels Plc, and […]