Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has come l criticized the economic policies of the Buhari administration, attributing Nigeria’s current economic woes to reckless policies and excessive currency printing. According to Dogara, the government’s decision to print approximately N22.7 trillion under the “Ways and Means” policy has had a devastating impact […]
Aliko Dangote, President and CEO of Dangote Refinery, has expressed skepticism about the Ajaokuta Steel Company’s potential for success. According to Dangote, while a steel industry is crucial for national development, Ajaokuta Steel Company faces significant challenges that make its success unlikely. Dangote emphasized the need for industries to adapt to changing times, […]
Leaders of the English-speaking regions of Cameroon, under the Dynamic Alliance to Implement the Peaceful Permanent Solution, have appealed to Nigerian President Bola Tinubu to play a decisive role in resolving the long-running Anglophone crisis. In a letter dated September 9, 2025, the group urged Nigeria to support either the recognition of the Republic […]
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has released new figures showing the universities with the highest number of loan applications in September 2025, highlighting a growing demand for financial aid among students across the country. Topping the list is the University of Maiduguri, which recorded a staggering 43,204 loan applications, making it the highest nationwide. […]
Top Hollywood studios, including Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Universal Pictures, have filed a federal lawsuit against Chinese artificial intelligence company MiniMax, alleging massive copyright infringement. The studios claim that MiniMax’s AI-powered image and video generation service, Hailuo AI, systematically copies and uses their copyrighted characters without permission, generating unauthorized videos featuring iconic figures […]
Afrobeats superstar Davido has revealed his new approach to handling online trolls, stating that he no longer blocks his critics on social media. Instead, he prefers to let them witness his continued success. In a recent post on his X handle, Davido wrote, “I don’t block… I want you to see what I’m […]
Colombia has suspended arms purchases from the United States, its largest military partner, following Washington’s decertification of the country as a key ally in the fight against drugs. The decision comes after President Donald Trump criticized Colombian President Gustavo Petro for failing to curb cocaine production, which has surged to record highs under his […]
The Federal Government has announced a fresh set of incentives aimed at attracting investment into Nigeria’s agricultural sector, pledging bold reforms to expand irrigation, improve access to credit, and create millions of jobs in rural communities. Vice President Kashim Shettima disclosed the plans at the Food and Agriculture Organisation’s (FAO) National and Subregional Hand-in-Hand Investment […]
The Niger State Government has ordered all scrap and waste dealers across its 25 local government areas to register with the government. This initiative aims to regulate the industry and prevent vandalism of public and private properties in the state. Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago issued the directive during a meeting with leaders of […]
