Federation of International Football Association FIFA has officially declared Saudi Arabia as the host nation for the 2034 FIFA World Cup. The country has unveiled an ambitious plan to build 11 new stadiums and refurbish four existing venues, with a total of 15 stadiums set to host the games during the tournament. The proposed host […]
Energy analyst, Kelvin Emmanuel has expressed skepticism about the rehabilitation of Nigeria’s refineries, describing recent commissioning events in Warri, Port Harcourt, and Kaduna as a “charade.” Speaking live on Arise News, Emmanuel claimed that the facilities are unlikely to return to full operation despite the federal government’s multi-billion-dollar investments. “I’m not surprised,” Emmanuel said. “For […]
“As someone who has never been interested in monetizing my social media presence, I, Inibehe Effiong, was taken aback when I received a payment of $186.26 (approximately N300,700) from X, representing my Creator Revenue Share for the last two weeks. “This amount is unprecedented for me, and I must admit that I […]
First Holdings Co., a leading financial services conglomerate, has announced its impressive Q1 2025 results, showcasing a remarkable N625.3 billion in interest income and a significant expansion lead of N1.1 trillion. This achievement cements the company’s position as a major player in the Nigerian financial sector. According to the company’s unaudited […]
Nigerian music sensation Tiwa Savage has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry with her response to a hypothetical question that has left fans and fellow artists stunned. When posed with the dilemma of saving only one person from a sinking ship, with a star-studded cast of Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid, and Rema […]
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has thrown his weight behind the establishment of Africa’s first Gemology and Gemstones department at the Yakubu Gowon University in Abuja. The department, which is a first of its kind on the continent, is expected to play a crucial role in enhancing capacity […]
A key faction within the All Progressives Congress has thrown its weight behind Vice President Kashim Shettima, amid mounting pressure for his removal as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate in the upcoming 2027 polls. In a move seen as a show of solidarity, the North-Central APC Forum expressed its unwavering support for the current […]
The 2024-25 UEFA Champions League season has reached its penultimate stage, with the semifinal first legs underway. Today’s highly anticipated matchup saw Barcelona take on Internazionale at the Olympic Stadium in Barcelona, Spain, in a thrilling encounter that lived up to its billing. The two European giants clashed in a six-goal thriller, with […]
FLASHBACK: In a shocking development that reverberated throughout the country in 2024, Justice Ibrahim Ahmad Kala of a Federal High Court located in Lagos postponed the ruling on the bail request of Lanre Smith, a businessman accused of fraud amounting to $26,000, until February 6, 2024. The trial was anticipated to begin right after the […]
The Nigerian medical community in Lagos has issued a stark warning about the deepening crisis in the nation’s healthcare system. The doctors’ union is demanding sweeping reforms to stem the tide of talented professionals fleeing the country in search of better opportunities. According to the Lagos State Chairman of the Nigerian Medical Association, […]
