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President Bola Tinubu has approved the deregulation of Nigeria’s airtime credit lending and data advance services, paving the way for nine licensed Nigerian fintech companies to enter a market previously dominated by the South African firm Optasia, it has been reliably gathered. The decision, communicated through the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission […]
Workers at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles have voted strongly to go on strike just before the FIFA World Cup begins. The food and beverage staff, represented by the Unite Here Local 11 union, are unhappy with their current pay and working conditions. With about 2,000 members, they gave a huge 96 percent approval for […]
A group of environmental enthusiasts has planted 100 fruit and economic trees at the University of Calabar (UNICAL) as part of activities to mark World Environment Day. The tree planting exercise was carried out by members of Leo District 404A2 Nigeria in partnership with the Biodiversity Rescue Club and Crust Eco-Network. This initiative aims to […]
Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva has made history by winning her first Grand Slam title at the French Open. The young star defeated her opponent in an exciting final to lift the trophy at Roland Garros. At just 18 years old, Andreeva showed great skill and determination throughout the tournament, becoming one of the youngest champions […]
The family of late Nollywood actress, Henrietta Kosoko has come together to honour her memory on the 10th anniversary of her passing. Her husband, Prince Jide Kosoko, and their daughter, Temilade Kosoko, shared touching tributes that highlighted her loving nature, grace, and strength. This emotional remembrance shows how much she is still missed by those […]
On the night of June 4, 2026, a masked individual calling himself a “Celebrity Bandit” went live on TikTok and did what Nigerian politicians have done for decades before elections: he gave away cash. But the money came from kidnapping ransoms. Tens of thousands watched live as the masked host, who boasted a […]
A cybercrime suspect named Asar Sesugh who took flight from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has died in Makurdi, the capital of Benue State. According to reports, the incident happened during a confrontation involving operatives of the Commission. His suspected cult associates allegedly opened fire on the EFCC team, leading to the tragic […]
Residents of Igboora in Oyo State have raised serious security concerns after catching a woman who was pretending to be mentally unstable in the Lawal Estate area of Idofin. The suspect was apprehended by vigilant locals who became suspicious of her behaviour. This incident has heightened fears of infiltration by criminal elements in the community. […]
Suspected bandits have attacked a Forward Operating Base (FOB) of the Nigerian Army in Mandaragira, Borno State, killing five soldiers and carting away some major equipment useful to military operations. The attack occurred at about 3:00 a.m. on Friday. It also claimed the lives of three members of the Civilian Joint Task Force […]
First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has reinforced its commitment to promoting arts, culture and heritage through its sponsorship of the 2026 Ojude Oba Festival, held in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. The annual festival, which celebrates the Awujale of Ijebuland and showcases Yoruba cultural heritage through fashion, music, dance and traditional displays, was held on May 30, […]
