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The Oyo/Osun Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has announced a substantial increase in revenue generation, with a total of N25,777,379,328.17 collected between March and May 2025. This represents a 36.67% increase compared to the same period in 2024, when the command generated N18,168,204,255.04. Comptroller Joseph Adelaja, the Customs Area Controller, […]
In a sombre and respectful gesture, the Niger State government has announced the cancellation of Sallah Durbar celebrations across the 25 local government areas of the state. This decision was made in honour of the victims of the recent Mokwa flood disaster, which has claimed the lives of at least 160 people and […]
In anticipation of the upcoming Eid el-Kabir celebrations, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has launched a comprehensive nationwide patrol operation to ensure a safe and smooth travel experience for all road users. The operation, which began on June 5 and will run until June 11, involves the deployment of over 36,000 personnel, including […]
African animation is taking a historic leap forward as Iyanu: Child of Wonder, a new animated series by Cartoon Network, is set to premiere across Africa on June 13, 2025. The much-anticipated show, based on the hit graphic novel by Nigerian creator Roye Okupe, will stream on Showmax in 44 countries across the continent. […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced a major policy shift in how users will be billed for Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) banking services. According to the new directive, charges for USSD transactions will now be deducted directly from users’ mobile airtime balances, rather than their bank accounts. This move, effective from June 3, […]
Nigerian comedian-turned-musician, Nasiru Bolaji Lawal, popularly known as Nasboi, was involved in a car accident while traveling through Bauchi State as part of his bold 36-state campaign to secure a music collaboration with Afrobeats superstar, Davido. The multi-talented entertainer embarked on a nationwide tour in May 2025, pledging to kneel in front of each state […]
The Dutch coalition government has officially collapsed following the withdrawal of the far-right Party for Freedom (PVV), led by Geert Wilders, plunging the Netherlands into political uncertainty less than a year after the formation of the ruling alliance. Prime Minister Dick Schoof, a former intelligence chief and independent technocrat appointed in July 2024, announced his […]
The Presidency has responded to a statement by a factional Afenifere group, describing it as “deceitful” and “lacking in objectivity”. The group had claimed that the Tinubu administration’s performance over the past two years has been marred by regression in human development, economic mismanagement, and democratic backsliding. In a point-by-point clarification, the Special Adviser to […]
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has announced plans to establish a cocoa farm, aimed at leading by example in reviving Nigeria’s cocoa industry. Shettima made the announcement on Monday during a meeting with a delegation from the World Cocoa Foundation (WCF) at the presidential villa in Abuja. According to Shettima, the move is part of the President […]
Popular Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Biola Adebayo, has officially confirmed the end of her three-year marriage to her husband, Oluwaseyi Akinrinde. The announcement came on Tuesday, June 3, via a heartfelt Instagram post that not only addressed the separation but also reaffirmed the couple’s commitment to peacefully co-parenting their son. The actress, known […]
