Flight tickets of foreign airlines have crashed significantly in the last few weeks from N4 million for returned economy class to N1.5 million. Air Peace airline entrance into the Lagos- London market and the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) circular to foreign airlines to open lower inventories have been identified as factor responsible for the crash…
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday said that killers of military personnel in Delta community will face the full wrath of the law in order to curtail attacks on military and security infrastructure. Tinubu disclosed this when he hosted the leadership of the Senate to a dinner to break the Ramadan fast at the State House…
Following the clearing of all valid foreign exchange backlogs by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Wednesday, and increased inflow at the Nigeria Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM), the value of the naira gained significantly on Thursday with the value rising from N1,536.83 which it closed on Wednesday to N1,382.85 to the dollar. This…
Chairman of Fidelity Bank Plc, Mustafa Chike-Obi has been honoured with the prestigious African Leadership Commendation for Corporate Governance at the African Leadership Persons of the Year Award Ceremony. The event, themed “Building Resilient African Economies,” kicked off March 14th and 15th. Chike-Obi, a Nigerian economist and investment banker, and former managing director/CEO of the…
In a compelling exhibition match held in Marrakech, Morocco, on Friday, the Nigerian national football team secured a 2-1 triumph against their Ghanaian counterparts. Amidst the FIFA international break, the neighboring West African nations seized the opportunity to engage in a showdown on the pitch. From the onset, the Super Eagles asserted their dominance, seizing…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) reported that over 400,000 individuals in the North East region gained access to clean and safe water in 2023. During the commemoration of the 2024 World Water Day in Maiduguri, UNICEF’s Chief of Field Office, Phuong Nguyen, announced the organization’s efforts in providing water services to communities in Adamawa,…
In a recent address to State House Correspondents at the Presidential Villa, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, disclosed that the Presidency’s decision to impose a three-month embargo on international travel for ministers, government agency heads, and officials funded by public resources is anticipated to yield substantial savings of N5 billion per…
Otto Addo, the head coach of Ghana’s Black Stars, asserts his team’s preparedness to outmaneuver the Super Eagles of Nigeria in an upcoming friendly encounter. Scheduled to unfold at the Grand Stade de Marrakech, today’s clash between Ghana and Nigeria promises to be a fiercely contested affair, fueled by the historical rivalry between the two…
Amidst mounting controversy, influencer Kesari Okala elucidates the rationale behind his decision to refrain from physical altercation with Nigerian artist and rapper, Habeeb Okikiola, widely known as Portable. Emerging from a period of silence following the altercation, Kesari Okala unveils the factors that led him to abstain from engaging in physical conflict with the musician….
Renowned Nigerian transgender personality, Bobrisky, has shared insights into his seamless journey towards womanhood. In a recent Instagram post, Bobrisky conveyed contentment with the process, emphasizing the absence of any health complications throughout the transition. Gracing his Instagram feed with a picture, Bobrisky extended gratitude towards medical professionals both locally and internationally for their pivotal…
Amid mounting concerns over security challenges, sixteen state governors have thrown their weight behind the implementation of state police, as disclosed during the 140th session of the National Economic Council convened at Aso Rock Villa, Abuja, under the stewardship of Vice President Kashim Shettima. According to Stanley Nkwocha, the Special Adviser to the Vice President…
Edited by Afolabi Hannah It appears that the reduction in the budget allocation for pensions, gratuities, and benefits for retirees in the 2024 budget is causing further delays in the disbursement of retirement benefits to Federal Government retirees and deceased employees. Investigations indicate that the hope of clearing outstanding entitlements for 2023 in the first…
Edited by Afolabi Hannah President Bola Tinubu has called for greater moderation in the way the legislature oversees the executive branch of government. Tinubu believes that exercising oversight functions with restraint will lead to increased efficiency, effective service delivery, and the promotion of good governance and accountability. Tinubu made these remarks during a Ramadan fast-breaking…
President Bola Tinubu has implemented a temporary ban on public funded foreign trips for ministers, agency heads, and other government officials. The ban will be in effect for three months starting on April 1, 2024. Tinubu’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, communicated this directive in a letter to the Secretary to the Government of the…
Two persons lost their lives in a road accident that occurred along Iseyin-Ogbomoso Road on Tuesday. Iseyin-Ogbomoso Road is the major road that links Oke Ogun and Ogbomoso in Oyo State. Our correspondent gathered that two people, a driver and one of the passengers, died in the accident. It was learnt that the 18-passenger bus…
The National Association of Academic Technologists, NAAT, Federal University Lokoja Chapter has embarked on a three-day warning strike following the non-payment of their four months of withheld salaries during the 2022 industrial action by University Unions. Recall that the immediate past administration of President Muhammadu Buhari had implemented “No Work no pay” during the 2022…
The United Kingdom government’s controversial use of former military bases and a barge to house asylum seekers is set to cost more than continuing to use hotels, a public-spending watchdog said Wednesday. The finding, which undermines the official basis for using the sites, comes as ministers grapple with how to reduce the spiralling costs of…
A plumber, Mr Desmond Igbo, on Tuesday dragged his wife, Rosemary, before a Customary Court in the Jikwoyi, accusing her of giving birth to two children for another man. The petitioner, who resides within the jurisdiction of the court, made the allegation in a divorce petition he filed against his wife in court, NAN reports…
Fulham’s winger, Alex Iwobi, underscores the significance of Nigeria emerging victorious over long-standing adversaries Ghana in their imminent friendly. Set to unfold at the Grande Stade de Marrakech this Friday, the clash between the Super Eagles and the Black Stars holds immense anticipation. Ghana thwarted Nigeria’s aspirations for a berth in the 2022 FIFA World…
Former Big Brother Naija contestant Chichi has officially declared the conclusion of her tenure in the realm of exotic dancing. In an Instagram story video, Chichi made the revelation, affirming her retirement status. During a conversation with her hairstylist, Chichi expressed her offer of a complimentary lap dance, which was declined by the stylist. Reacting…
In an exclusive report by esteemed football transfer specialist, Fabrizio Romano, Manchester City has finalized the acquisition of the promising 15-year-old winger, Timeo Whisker. As revealed via his official X account (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday evening, Romano shared the breaking news, stating, “Manchester City has sealed the deal to acquire the 15-year-old talented winger Timeo…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has removed the restrictions on the importation of milk and dairy products. This decision was made after initially adding milk and dairy products to the list of items not eligible for foreign exchange (forex) on February 11, 2020. In a notice to customers, Zenith Bank confirmed that the CBN…
Manchester United’s rising star, 18-year-old Kobbie Mainoo, has received his first call-up to the England squad for their upcoming friendly matches against Brazil and Belgium. Mainoo, who has made a significant impact in his breakthrough season with United, has been a standout performer in central midfield with 20 impressive appearances. This promotion to the senior…
The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Dauda Biu, has criticized the practice of trailers transporting passengers along with goods. He has instructed Sector Commanders to intensify enforcement and awareness efforts against this practice nationwide. The accident, involving a DAF trailer, was caused by factors such as speeding, overloading, and driver fatigue, leading…
Exploration activities in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector have increased by 23% in February 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, with a total of 16 rigs in operation. This growth represents a 6% increase from January 2024, according to the March 2023 Monthly Oil Market Report by OPEC. The Chief Executive of the…
Fenerbahce’s defensive ace, Bright Osayi-Samuel, finds himself embroiled in controversy as he risks a staggering 10-game ban following his involvement in the post-match chaos that marred the club’s triumphant away fixture against Trabzonspor last weekend. The altercation ensued when Osayi-Samuel became entangled in a skirmish with irate home supporters who stormed the field following the…
In a monumental stride towards transforming Africa’s export landscape, one of Africa’s leading commercial banks with reach across Africa and beyond, Zenith bank, has announced a groundbreaking partnership and Investment into Niteon Inc. This partnership marks a pivotal moment in Niteon’s journey, propelling them to be the third-largest digital export infrastructure of African products in…
Former Nigeria’s forward, Finidi George, will occupy the chief’s corner in the dugout when the Super Eagles confront West African arch-rivals, the Black Stars of Ghana in an international friendly on Friday in Marrakech, Morocco. The 52-year-old former Ajax and Real Betis winger, who made a scoring debut for Nigeria in an Africa Cup of…
Former Liverpool winger Sadio Mane has described manager Jurgen Klopp as a great man. Mane, who said this while reacting to Klopp’s decision to leave Liverpool at the end of the season, said the German contributed to his progress. The Senegal international also said Klopp is a ‘living legend’ and joked that he would bring…
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved the sum of N1b for the training of basic-level teachers across the 27 local government areas of the state. Zulum announced the approval on Tuesday while inaugurating the newly appointed local government education secretaries who will administer the affairs of primary education in their respective LGAs. The…
Gianni Infantino, the President of FIFA, has voiced his strong disapproval of the violent incidents that unfolded following Sunday’s Turkish Super Lig showdown between Trabzonspor and Fenerbahce. Infantino utilized his social media platforms to denounce such conduct and urged authorities to take decisive action against those responsible for the chaos. He underscored the paramount importance…
