The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has rejected a petition submitted by some members of Kogi central constituency to recall Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, who is currently suspended from the Senate In a statement released on Thursday, INEC cited Section 69(a) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), which outlines the conditions for recalling a […]
The approval of a N20 billion take-off fund for the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) by President Bola Tinubu marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s efforts to regulate and develop its space sector. This move is expected to have far-reaching implications for the country’s national security, economic diversification, and overall development. […]
The exchange between Genevieve Nnaji and the social media trolls has led to a conversation about ageing and the societal pressure on women to maintain a youthful appearance. The actress’s witty responses have been widely praised for shutting down the trolls and promoting a positive message about aging. Genevieve’s response to the first troll, […]
Nigeria’s media landscape is dynamic and competitive, with a blend of government and privately owned entities spanning print, broadcast, and digital formats. Media ownership is frequently held by powerful individuals, including politicians, business leaders, and experienced journalists. Below is an overview of prominent media owners in Nigeria: **Samson […]
As part of efforts to stem insecurity in the state, the government of Katsina State has approved the installation of closed-circuit television (CCTV) surveillance cameras across all the 34 local government areas. Thid was disclosed by the Chairman of Danja Local Government Area and ALGON, Katsina State, Robo Tambaya, at a stakeholders’ town […]
In a move that could break world trade patterns, the U.S. President, Donald Trump, has put the exports of Nigeria to the United States under a 14% duty, which could further sour relations between the two countries and hurt Nigerian industries heavily reliant on trade with the U.S. The tariff is also part of […]
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has come under fire after it was reported that it extended the service of some corps members in Edo State by 90 days for protesting unpaid N77,000 monthly allowance through a WhatsApp group. The controversial extension comes as a result of the delay in the payment of the […]
Telecommunications company, MTN has announced it wants to vest 1.3 million shares to 33 executives as part of an employee incentive scheme. However, experts have called for closer scrutiny of the policy as a lot could be embedded in it . This move is a common practice in corporate structures, aimed at aligning […]
Thiago Maia, a security guard who works for Messi, has been involved in an altercation with a referee during a match between Inter Miami and Charlotte FC. As a result, he was banned from attending games in the MLS and from being on the touchline for an indefinite period. The MLS has taken swift […]
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has formally requested that security agencies in the country investigate the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Mr. Siminalayi Fubara, following recent disclosures by the former Head of the State Civil Service, Dr. George Nwaeke, regarding the alleged orchestration of the bombing of the State Assembly by state officials. According […]
