The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the economies of the world. Ghana is not left out of these economic challenges. Some Ghanaians have lost their jobs while others now receive half of their salaries prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. On Sunday (March 16, 2020), President Akufo-Addo directed schools in the country to shut down until further […]
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NCC Claims 99.9% of Nigerian Highways Now Have Signal, but Commuters Say ‘Not So Fast!’
NCC Claims 99.9% of Nigerian Highways Now Have Signal, but Commuters Say ‘Not So Fast!’ If you’ve ever been stranded on a Nigerian highway praying for just one bar of signal to make a call, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has some “mostly” good news for you. In a bold new report released this Wednesday, […]
Tinubu Orders Two New Satellites to Blast Nigeria’s Digital Economy Into Space
Tinubu Orders Two New Satellites to Blast Nigeria’s Digital Economy Into Space Nigeria is officially heading back to the stars. In a major move to fix the country’s patchy internet and jumpstart a $1 trillion economy, President Bola Tinubu has given the “all systems go” for the purchase of two state-of-the-art communication satellites. The news […]
Court Picks February 18 to Decide if UK-Based Witness Can Testify via Video in Messy Visa Marriage Scam Trial
Court Picks February 18 to Decide if UK-Based Witness Can Testify via Video in Messy Visa Marriage Scam Trial A high-stakes legal battle over how international witnesses should give evidence has hit the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Jabi. At the center of the storm is Shitta Waliu Aderibigbe, a travel agent accused of […]
“Stop Being a Villa Errand Boy!” PDP Governors Blast Fayose for Attacking Seyi Makinde Over Aso Rock Visit
“Stop Being a Villa Errand Boy!” PDP Governors Blast Fayose for Attacking Seyi Makinde Over Aso Rock Visit The internal war within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has taken a messy turn as the party’s governors have collectively descended on former Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose. The governors didn’t hold back, labeling the former “Oshokomole” […]
Court Shuts Down BPP’s Certification Ceremony After Rival Group Claims ‘Illegal Overreach’
Court Shuts Down BPP’s Certification Ceremony After Rival Group Claims ‘Illegal Overreach’ A massive legal wall has been erected in front of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) just as it was preparing to crown a new batch of “certified” procurement officers. A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a “stop-work” order, bringing a […]
Good News for Roadside Traders and Tailors: New Tax Laws Mean More Money in Your Pocket!
Good News for Roadside Traders and Tailors: New Tax Laws Mean More Money in Your Pocket! Nigerian artisans, traders, and low-income workers are the biggest winners in the country’s latest tax overhaul, according to Taiwo Oyedele, the man leading the federal government’s fiscal reform team. Speaking at a lively town hall meeting organized by SMEDAN […]
NUPRC Opens 50 New Oil Blocks for Sale but Warns ‘Weak’ and ‘Broke’ Firms to Stay Away
NUPRC Opens 50 New Oil Blocks for Sale but Warns ‘Weak’ and ‘Broke’ Firms to Stay Away Nigeria’s oil industry is entering a “no-nonsense” era. On Wednesday, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) threw open the doors for investors to bid on 50 lucrative oil and gas blocks, but with a massive catch: if […]
“Investment, Not Charity!” Shettima Tells Africa to Stop Begging for Aid and Start Hunting for ‘Patient Capital’
“Investment, Not Charity!” Shettima Tells Africa to Stop Begging for Aid and Start Hunting for ‘Patient Capital’ Nigeria is leading the charge for a new kind of “money talk” across the continent. Vice President Kashim Shettima has sent a blunt message to African leaders and development partners: the era of waiting for foreign aid to […]
ADC Slams Opposition Leaders for Being ‘Too Weak’ to Challenge APC in 2027
ADC Slams Opposition Leaders for Being ‘Too Weak’ to Challenge APC in 2027 With the 2027 general elections drawing closer, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has thrown down the gauntlet, accusing Nigeria’s opposition leaders of “sleeping on the bicycle” while the citizens are screaming for a new direction. In a candid assessment of the political […]
Governor Abba Yusuf Breaks Silence on Why He Dumped NNPP to Join Tinubu’s APC
Governor Abba Yusuf Breaks Silence on Why He Dumped NNPP to Join Tinubu’s APC In a move that has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s political landscape, Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has finally revealed the “real reasons” behind his high-profile exit from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). Addressing the public just 24 hours after […]
“A Heartbreaking Goodbye!” Super Eagles Captain Wilfred Ndidi Plunged into Mourning After Father Dies in Tragic Road Crash
“A Heartbreaking Goodbye!” Super Eagles Captain Wilfred Ndidi Plunged into Mourning After Father Dies in Tragic Road Crash The Nigerian football community has been hit with a wave of sadness following the tragic passing of Sunday Ndidi, the father and mentor of Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi. The elder Ndidi lost his life in a […]
NDLEA and Ondo Government Launch Mega Plan to Swap Cannabis Farms for High-Profit Food Crops
NDLEA and Ondo Government Launch Mega Plan to Swap Cannabis Farms for High-Profit Food Crops Ondo State is looking to trade its reputation as Nigeria’s “cannabis capital” for a new title: a hub for high-value medicinal and food crops. In a landmark move, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has teamed up with the […]
President Tinubu Shrugs Off Turkey Stumble to Focus on Mega Bilateral Deals
President Tinubu Shrugs Off Turkey Stumble to Focus on Mega Bilateral Deals A minor misstep on a Turkish carpet wasn’t enough to slow down Nigeria’s diplomatic momentum. President Bola Tinubu has brushed off a brief stumble during his high-profile reception in Ankara, with his team insisting the “fleeting incident” has done nothing to dampen his […]
Alaafin and Soun Snub Governor Makinde’s Oyo @ 50 Kickoff Amid Bitter Throne Dispute
Alaafin and Soun Snub Governor Makinde’s Oyo @ 50 Kickoff Amid Bitter Throne Dispute What was supposed to be a grand display of unity to celebrate 50 years of Oyo State’s history turned into a glaring showcase of “royal cold war” this Monday. As Governor Seyi Makinde took to the stage to flag off the […]
Soldiers Bust Hidden Gun Factory in Nasarawa as Suspect Tries to Hide on a Tree Top
Soldiers Bust Hidden Gun Factory in Nasarawa as Suspect Tries to Hide on a Tree Top A local arms manufacturer in Nasarawa State learned the hard way that “climbing a tree” is no match for the Nigerian Army’s surveillance. In a major win for regional security, troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have shut down […]
Lagos Jails 26 Notorious ‘Omotaku’ Hoodlums and Sweeps 115 Beggars Off the Streets in Major New Year Crackdown
Lagos Jails 26 Notorious ‘Omotaku’ Hoodlums and Sweeps 115 Beggars Off the Streets in Major New Year Crackdown The era of “street tax” and highway harassment in Lagos is facing a major roadblock. In a swift and decisive operation on Monday, the Lagos State Government successfully cleared 115 beggars from the city’s major arteries and […]
“Cash, Classrooms, and Career Boosts!” Shettima Set to Launch Mega Empowerment Fund for Millions of Women and Youths
“Cash, Classrooms, and Career Boosts!” Shettima Set to Launch Mega Empowerment Fund for Millions of Women and Youths The Federal Government is moving to put more power and money into the hands of Nigeria’s youngest and most industrious citizens. This Wednesday, Vice President Kashim Shettima will officially pull back the curtain on a game-changing empowerment […]
Military Finally Admits Secret Coup Attempt, Indicted Officers Now Headed for Trial
Military Finally Admits Secret Coup Attempt, Indicted Officers Now Headed for Trial The Nigerian military has finally “come clean” regarding the whispers of unrest that have shadowed the Presidential Villa for months. In a major reversal of its previous stance, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed that a group of soldiers did, in fact, attempt […]
Governor Adeleke Celebrates Osun Pride Ebenezer Babatope at 83
Governor Adeleke Celebrates Osun Pride Ebenezer Babatope at 83 Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke is leading the tributes for one of Nigeria’s most respected political figures, Chief Ebenezer Babatope, as the elder statesman officially clocks 83. In a heartfelt congratulatory message released this Monday, Governor Adeleke described the former Minister of Transport and Aviation as […]
Governor Adeleke Accuses Oyetola of ‘Weaponizing’ Police and Banks to Cripple Osun Local Governments
Governor Adeleke Accuses Oyetola of ‘Weaponizing’ Police and Banks to Cripple Osun Local Governments The political temperature in Osun State has reached a boiling point as Governor Ademola Adeleke launched a scathing attack on his predecessor, Gboyega Oyetola, accusing him of using high-level federal connections to “strangle” the state’s grassroots governance. In a state broadcast […]