Spending time offline during a digital or social media detox can help you foster better relationships IRL and improve mental health. Here’s how to start. By Damilola Adeleke A close-up of a blue “do not disturb” icon on a phone screen that says it is on. Most of us spend more time than we’d…
Setting up house alone for the first time? By Damilola Adeleke If you’ve just left a sibling or two who practices a what’s-yours-is-mine philosophy, or decided to try something new after a succession of bad roommates, you might feel beyond ready. But maybe you aren’t positively thrilled by your new circumstances. If you just…
By Damilola Adeleke About three-quarters of people experience the occasional nightmare, defined as a disturbing dream that causes the sleeper to wake up. Bothersome dreams can spark negative feelings such as fear and helplessness. They can also cause sweating, increased heart rate and blood pressure, and other hallmark symptoms of the fight-or-flight response. In many…
Amazon has listed ‘Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System’, a book by Nigerian author Dele Farotimi, as a bestseller, following the author’s arrest after a petition filed by Afe Babalola, a lawyer and businessman. The book climbed to the top of Amazon’s rankings on Thursday evening, according to checks by DNI. to A…
The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has rejected the 2025 budget proposal presented to the Zamfara State House of Assembly on Thursday, describing it as illegal. The party said it is shocked and perplexed by the highest level of disregard for the nation’s constitution as displayed by Governor Dauda…
Former Arsenal star, Tony Adams, has counted the club lucky to have escaped with their two goals during their Premier League clash with Manchester United on Wednesday. Adams said that Jurrien Timber and William Saliba were lucky to get away unpunished during their game against Manchester United. Arsenal beat Manchester United 2-0…
Guinness Nigeria is proud to announce its support of the maiden edition of the Lagos Shopping Festival, a groundbreaking commercial, tourism and entertainment initiative unveiled by the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to create direct and indirect employment opportunities through vendor participation, stimulate commerce by supporting local businesses, attract global brands and position…
Nigerian comedian and filmmaker, Basketmouth has accused Nollywood producers of mismanaging funds allocated by global streaming platforms, claiming that their actions have negatively impacted the quality of Nigerian films. Speaking in a recent interview, the entertainer alleged that many producers misuse substantial portions of the budgets provided for movie production, diverting the funds…
By Damilola Adeleke There’s no shortage of people trying to tell you how to enjoy life. Your parents might say you need to get married, advertisers say you need to buy their product, and social media tells you to be more like celebrities. Here’s the thing. You’re not going to find happiness by…
By Damilola Adeleke People—especially those closest to you—have a profound impact on your well-being. We’ll all experience the ups and downs of living with and loving imperfect people, but ultimately, our relationships should be a source of joy, not frustration. Every human being on the planet is worth having rich, rewarding and safe relationships….
President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has said the Port Harcourt refinery is operating at 70 percent installed capacity with plans to increase production shortly. Onanuga said the refinery receives regular crude oil contrary to claims of lacking the product. He disclosed this after joining a fact-finding…
The United Kingdom wing of Afenifere Diaspora has called for the immediate release and investigation surrounding the arrest of human rights lawyer, Mr. Dele Farotimi by the operatives of the Ekit State Police Command. Afenifere Diaspora UK descibed Farotimi’s arrest by officers of the Command as a watershed moment in the ongoing struggle for…
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo (SAN), has approved measures by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to curb the harassment of travellers by government agencies at Nigeria’s international airports. In a post on X on Thursday, Keyamo announced the launch of ‘Operation Air Clean,’ an initiative aimed at…
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria, PENGASSAN, has confirmed that the Port Harcourt Refinery is functional. There were claims last week that the refinery had shut down just a few days after its much-celebrated commencement of production. But many oil experts have come out to speak on the…
First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has kicked off the 10th season of its popular “Millionaire Promo,” a campaign designed to reward and empower customers across Nigeria. During the nationwide promotion, 20 customers will win N1 million each, while hundreds more will receive cash prizes ranging from ₦20,000 to ₦100,000. The promotion runs…
A US judge on Monday upheld her decision to reject Elon Musk’s massive $55.8 billion compensation package at Tesla, denying an attempt to restore the pay deal through a shareholder vote. In a court filing, Chancellor Kathaleen McCormick of Delaware’s Court of Chancery ruled that Tesla’s attempt to ratify Musk’s compensation package through…
Afrobeats star, Rotimi, has revealed why he left American rapper, 50 Cent’s record label, G-Unit. Rotimi disclosed that he exited the label because the boss didn’t understand his style of music. According to him, afrobeats wasn’t mainstream in the Western world at the time he was signed to G-Unit. Speaking in…
The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced an increase in application fees for several temporary resident categories. The new fees which range from 2.80% to 4.69% will affect individuals applying to restore their temporary resident status, return to Canada after inadmissibility, or apply for temporary resident permits (TRPs). According to…
Fenerbahce manager, Jose Mourinho, has praised David Okereke following the striker’s record -breaking feat for Gaziantep. Okereke was on target in Gaziantep’s 3-1 loss to Mourinho’s Fenerbahce at the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium on Monday night. The visitors took the lead after three minutes through Oguz Aydin. Okereke equalised for Gaziantep just…
Bobrisky has reacted to the release of Egungun of Lagos’ nude tape, which was leaked after the he was blackmailed over the footage Bobrisky reacts to Egungun of Lagos’ n3de tape leak Egungun’s wife had taken to social media to notify the public about the blackmail attempt before the tape’s release. Bobrisky took…
Egungun of Lagos Popular content creator, Kuye Adegoke, widely known as Egungun of Lagos, has broken silence following the leak of his private video showing him exposing himself during a video call with an unidentified woman. After the video has sparked widespread backlash and mixed reactions online, Egungun posted on his Instagram, seeming…
His wife, Pashotah, has labelled the incident a blackmail attempt. On Monday, Nigerians woke up to the news of popular lifestyle content creator, Kuye Adegoke, aka Egungun of Lagos, becoming the centre of attention after his private sex tape was leaked online. The leaked video, which quickly gained…
Nigerians across social media platforms have berated popular content creator, Kuye Adegoke, aka Egungun of Lagos, for his leaked private video. In the leaked clip making the rounds on social media, Egungun of Lagos was seen brushing his teeth during a video call with an unidentified woman while dressed in shorts and flashed his private…
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has urged Nigerians to reconsider leaving the country, popularly referred to as “Japa.” He assured that the CBN is working toward creating an economy where everyone and every business can thrive. Cardoso made this appeal in his keynote address at the 59th annual…
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has raised concerns over the increasing number of first-class graduates produced annually by private universities in Nigeria, describing the trend as worrisome. ASUU National President, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, raised these concerns on Thursday during an event organized in honour of Prof. Andy Egwunyenga’s successful tenure as Vice…
Man United boss Ruben Amorim earned his first Premier League win with a 4-0 rout of Everton. Amorim stole the spotlight in Sunday’s early games by extending his unbeaten start with Man United to three matches. Man United were held to a 1-1 draw at Ipswich in his first Premier League game last Sunday,…
[ez-toc] Chelsea extended their unbeaten run in all competitions to six games as dismal winless streak of Aston Villa reached eight matches. Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca insisted this week that his young team are not title contenders in the first season of his rebuilding job. But they look capable of at least securing…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) will on Monday launch a new website that has a variety of new content which encompasses a broader spectrum of information regarding the bank’s mandate. The new website, according to the Ag. Director, Corporate Communications, CBN, Hakama Sidi Ali, is responsive to mobile devices, facilitating navigation across…
Nigeria’s Central Bank will penalise commercial banks that fail to provide cash to customers at their automated teller machines (ATMs) and branches, as the country faces a prolonged cash crunch. “We are conducting spot checks across deposit money banks, DMBs, and will impose penalties on institutions effective December 1, 2024,” CBN governor Olayemi Cardoso…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has raised concerns over the rising cases of stunted growth among children in Katsina State and the state’s slow progress towards achieving Open Defecation Free (ODF) status. Speaking at the 2024 end-of-year review and 2025-2027 workplan meeting held in Katsina, Chief of the UNICEF Field Office in…
Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, yesterday said his administration would collaborate with the Bank of Industry to ensure that the federal government’s intervention schemes have sustainable impact on the people of the state. He spoke at a stakeholders’ meeting on presidential grants and loan schemes for Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Ilọrin….
