In a move that sent shockwaves through the African e-commerce scene, Jumia, the continent’s leading online retailer, announced it will shutter its food delivery service, Jumia Food, by the end of December 2023. This sudden departure leaves a gaping hole in the burgeoning African food delivery market, raising questions about its future and the challenges…
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has sympathised with communities affected by recent bandits’ attacks in various parts of the State. He also commended the military for their efforts. According to the Governor, there are several positive reports of the elimination of scores of bandits’ kingpins in Zamfara and other forests of the Northwest. In…
The Central Bank of Nigeria has instructed all licensed financial institutions to display their corporate names conspicuously on all their websites, portals, and online applications. This directive was made public on the apex bank’s website on December 7, 2023. Accordingly, the apex bank said the directive is to guard against online fraud and boost consumer…
Marcus Oreoluwa Akinmade, a first class graduate of Lagos State University (LASU), has emerged the Overall Best Qualifying Candidate in Nigeria at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) May 2023 Diet Examination. Akinmade, who graduated from the Department of Accounting, Faculty of Management Sciences, cleared all five examination papers at one sitting, achieving…
Leicester City will be without Kelechi Iheanacho for Wednesday’s ( today) Championship clash with Millwall. Iheanacho missed the Fox’s 4-0 victory against Plymouth Argyle last weekend due to illness. Manager Enzo Maresca revealed in his press conference that the forward and three other players will not feature against Millwall. “They are going to be out,…
Former Manchester United star, Jaap Stam has hit out at the club’s winger Antony, saying the Brazilian is not good enough to play for the Red Devils. Antony has struggled to make much impact at Man United since manager Erik ten Hag pushed to sign him from Ajax in 2022. He scored eight goals and…
A 200-level student of the Faculty of Law at the University of Ibadan has been apprehended by the university’s security personnel for allegedly raping a 100-level female colleague within the campus. The incident occurred while the victim, a fresher, was reading alongside other students in preparation for an upcoming exam. When power went out in…
Israel has begun pumping seawater into Hamas’ tunnels in Gaza. This is part of the military’s plan to destroy the terror group’s vast underground network. Meanwhile, many of the Israeli hostages are still believed to be held in these tunnels, New York Post, NYP, reports. The water from the Mediterranean is one of several measures…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced Ecobank, the leading pan-African banking group, as the Official Sponsor of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Côte d’Ivoire 2023. This major football tournament, kicking off on January 13th and running until February 14th, 2024, will see Ecobank join forces with CAF to deliver a…
Ondo State Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu will be taking a medical leave beginning December 13, 2023, following a scheduled medical treatment. The governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Richard Olatunde, issued a statement informing the public of the governor’s need to prioritize his health and ensure a full recovery before resuming his official duties. A formal letter to…
In a recent interview, Nigerian singer Asake shared that he had to beg Olamide, the CEO of YBNL Nation, for two years before the rapper agreed to sign him to the record label. During the interview, “Lonely at the top” crooner revealed that the YBNL boss, Olamide, extended an invitation to him to visit his…
Renowned Nigerian singer Kizz Daniel, whose real name is Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe, has revealed new information about his ancestry. In a recent interview, Kizz Daniel stated that he is not fully from Yoruba descent, as many had assumed. After revealing his ethnicity in a previous interview, Kizz Daniel continued to surprise his fans by sharing…
Google’s list of the most-searched artists in Nigeria in 2023 reveals that Afrobeat artist Ahmed Ololade, known as Asake, is the most popular. Khalid and Shallipopi come in second and third place, respectively. This list provides valuable insights into the country’s most popular musicians and songs. “Lonely at the Top” by Asake was the most…
In response to reports of widespread abductions of female students from universities in the northern part of Nigeria, the Kano State Police Command has stated that it is not aware of any protests taking place. This statement comes despite increasing calls for action from students, parents, and other concerned citizens in the region. It is…
In a recent development, American rapper Cardi B has announced that she is no longer in a relationship with her husband, rapper Offset. The couple, who were married in 2017, have been the subject of much speculation in recent months regarding the status of their relationship. However, Cardi B’s recent announcement appears to put an…
Managing director/CEO of Wema Bank, Moruf Oseni, has stressed the need to provide a platform to address fundamental issues impacting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and Women in Nigeria, while also focusing on climate issues. Oseni spoke at the Bank’s Donor Roundtable, tagged: “Innovative Financing: Gender-lens and climate resilient solution”, held in Lagos. He…
The Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) market on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited grew by N12.646 billion in 11 months of 2023. ETFs are amongst the fastest growing asset classes in Nigeria and are classified as Collectives Scheme. The Funds are a more recent asset class in Nigeria and are securities that track the performance of…
Ebonyi State commissioner for environment, Hon. Victor Chukwu, has ordered the arrest of some fake sanitation taskforce team officials extorting innocent residents under the guise of working for the state government. Chukwu, who made the disclosure in Abakaliki, the state capital, said after the arrest, he would handover the perpetrators to the police and declared…
John Dewey, an American philosopher of the 20th century, argued that “we do not learn from experience … we learn from reflecting on experience”. At the core of this statement is the critical role of reflection in the learning process. When we reflect and analyse past experiences, we gain insights, identify lessons learned from our…
President Bola Tinubu has been urged to make his cabinet members and other appointees give an account of their performance every six months. A cleric, Prophet Sam Olu-Alo, who gave the admonition said such appraisal will help the president and those working with him to serve Nigerians better. Olu-Alo, who belongs to the Christ Apostolic…
The high cost of living is one of the major challenges facing Nigerians today, particularly with the recent removal of fuel subsidies. Many people who were already living below the poverty line are finding it even more difficult to make ends meet. It is important to note that poverty is not just about lack of…
Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has opened up about why he is viewed negatively in the music industry. Burna Boy acknowledged that he is often misunderstood by the industry, and people have a tendency to dislike what they do not understand. However, he clarified that he does not concern himself…
In a bid to ensure the security and timely delivery of examination materials to its numerous examination centres nationwide, the Federal Government has inaugurated 70 operational vehicles for the National Examination Council (NECO). The commissioning of the NECO Scanning Centre, equipped with state-of-the-art optical mark reader (OMR) technology and cutting-edge software, was also part of…
In a tragic incident, a 22-year-old student at Sheikh Kamaldeen Arabic School in Ilorin, Kwara State, reportedly committed suicide on December 7, 2023. The student, identified as Alfa Musa, was found hanging in his room at the Dagbenu compound in the Ogidi area of Ilorin. It is unclear what may have driven Musa to take…
Daredevil kidnappers have abducted a couple in the Alfa area of Igbogbo in the Ikorodu Local Government Area of Lagos State. It was gathered that the couple were allegedly stopped by gunmen who shot sporadically in the air to scare other road users and residents on Thursday night. According to a resident, Adisa Tobias who…
Premier League matches today will be vital. Aston Villa are looking to close the gap to Arsenal on Matchday 16 after stunning champions Manchester City in midweek. Meanwhile, Tottenham host injury-hit Newcastle, while Chelsea travel to Goodison Park for a mouthwatering clash on Merseyside. Crystal Palace vs Liverpool (Saturday, 1.30 p.m.) Liverpool feature in yet…
The National Youth Leaders Forum of All Political Parties in Nigeria (NYLFPPN) has condoled with the families of the victims of the unfortunate bombing at Birnin Kura in Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The youth leaders, who called for calm, urged the families affected by the Maulud celebration incident in the state to…
The Plateau Chapter of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) has called on the state government to grant employment waivers to employable PWDs, roll out empowerment packages and provide free education and healthcare services to their families. Mr Shindol Aaron, the chairman of the chapter, made the call in a news conference…
The Nigeria Customs Service has approved the promotion of 357 officers from the ranks of Customs Assistant 1 to Inspector of Customs. Abdullahi Maiwada, the Nigeria Customs’ National Public Relations Officer, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday. According to him, the promotion was ratified on December 1, during the 7th management meeting of 2023,…
Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has been named in the Premier League Team of the Week. It’s the first time the Nigerian will be making the selection this season. Iwobi bagged a brace in Fulham’s 5-0 thrashing of Nottingham Forest at the Vicarage Road in midweek. The 27-year-old opened the scoring for Marco Silva’s side at…
The Conference of Civil Societies and Civil Military Cooperation in Nigeria has warned against attempts to politicize the recent drone strike in the Tudun Biri Community area of Kaduna State, which it described as a tragic loss. In a press briefing held in Abuja, the Coordinator of Civil-Military Cooperation, Dr. Adams Otakwu, expressed his condolences…
