Journalist Fisayo Soyombo Detained by Nigerian Army’s 6 Division in Port Harcourt
The 6 Division of the Nigerian Army in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has reportedly detained investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo, according to the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ). FIJ made the disclosure on X (formerly Twitter) on Friday morning, stating that the detention began three days ago. “The 6 Division of the Nigerian Army in Port […]
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Reappointed for Second Term as WTO Director-General
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the head of the World Trade Organization (WTO), was reappointed for a second term on Friday, amid concerns over the potential return of Donald Trump and his opposition to international trade agreements. Okonjo-Iweala, who made history as the first woman and first African to lead the WTO, was the sole candidate in the […]
UBA to Launch Banking Operations in France as Part of Expansion into Europe
The United Bank for Africa (UBA) is set to launch banking operations in France, as announced in a statement by the bank’s group on Thursday. The move follows an agreement signed between UBA and French Finance Minister Antoine Armand, which took place during President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to France. The agreement was formalized in […]
Ademola Lookman, William Troost-Ekong, Asisat Oshoala, and Paul Onuachu Nominated for 2024 FIFA Best Awards
Several Nigerian footballers, including Ademola Lookman, William Troost-Ekong, Asisat Oshoala, and Paul Onuachu, have been nominated for the 2024 FIFA Best Awards. The list was released on Friday by FIFA, with Lookman, who plays for Atalanta in Italy’s Serie A, earning a nomination in the Best Attacker category. He will compete against high-profile players like […]
Wizkid’s Morayo Album Breaks Spotify Record with 48 Million Streams in First Week, Surpassing Tyla’s Tyla
Wizkid’s Morayo album has broken multiple records following its release, including the largest debut for an African album on Spotify. Within just six days of release, the album achieved 48 million streams, surpassing Tyla’s Tyla album, which recorded 46.4 million streams in a full week. This milestone highlights Wizkid’s continuing dominance in global music, as […]
ASUU Raises Concerns Over First-Class Graduates from Private Universities, Criticizes Education System
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has expressed concerns over the growing number of first-class graduates being produced annually by private universities in Nigeria. ASUU National President, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, raised this issue on Thursday at an event held at Delta State University (DELSU) in Abraka, Ethiope East Local Government Area, to honor Prof. […]
Senator Ali Ndume Opposes Tax Reform Bills, Cites Suspicious Urgency and Poor Timing
The lawmaker representing Borno South Senatorial District, Senator Ali Ndume, has voiced his opposition to the tax reform bills currently before the National Assembly. He expressed concerns over the urgency with which the Presidency and some lawmakers are pushing for their passage. Describing the process as suspicious, Ndume called for a more deliberate approach to […]
Iyabo Ojo Responds to VeryDarkMan’s Allegations, Attributes His Behavior to Troubled Upbringing
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has alleged that Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, lacks love, care, and stability, attributing his behavior to his upbringing. This comes after Otse, a social media influencer, made controversial allegations against the actress, including claims that she had an inappropriate relationship involving her daughter, Priscilla Ojo. A case of cyberbullying […]
Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde Gives Thanks After Surviving Life-Threatening Health Crisis
Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has expressed profound gratitude to God following a life-threatening health crisis that left her battling for survival. In a heartfelt Thanksgiving post shared on Instagram on Thursday, the renowned actress recounted her ordeal, detailing how she underwent emergency surgery to remove her gallbladder after experiencing severe back and chest pains, relentless vomiting, and […]
Job Provision Not Our Mandate, Focus is on Enabling Environment — Labour Minister
The Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammadu Dingyadi, clarified on Thursday that Nigerians hoping for his ministry to directly provide jobs might be disappointed, as job provision is not part of its mandate. He made this statement at the annual conference of the Federal Capital Territory chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations in […]