Author: Femi Fabunmi
GenCos shut down as Nigeria’s power crisis deepens
The Association of Power Generation Companies (APGC) said the situation is making it difficult for GenCos to maintain their equipment,…
CBN sets age limit, One-time phone change in new BVN rules
Financial institutions are also required to create a temporary watchlist for BVNs linked to suspicious transactions. Such BVNs can remain…
Morocco signals readiness to host WAFCON after winning AFCON appeal
The Appeals Board of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) changed the original result of the AFCON final. Morocco was…
UCL: Osimhen to undergo surgery after suffering hand injury against Liverpool
Osimhen picked up the injury early in the encounter at Anfield and was unable to continue beyond the first half.…
Outrage as US introduces $15,000 visa bond for Nigerians
However, U.S. officials argue that it will help reduce the cost of deporting people who overstay, which can cost more…
220 Nigerians studying in UK through Presidential Amnesty Scheme — FG
The Federal Government has said that about 220 Nigerians are currently studying in the United Kingdom under the Presidential Amnesty…
U-20 Championship: Eze dumps South Africa, switches allegiance to Nigeria
Nineteen-year-old sprinter Chinyere Eze has decided to represent Nigeria instead of South Africa ahead of the 2026 World U-20 Championships.…
Ramadan: Smiles across Kano as thousands benefit from rice distribution
The Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, has shared 47,280 bags of rice with people in Kano North Senatorial…
Court clears Nigerians to record police on duty
The judge, Justice H. A. Nganjiwa, said police officers must wear clear name tags and show their service numbers. He…
All-Night celebrations sweep Morocco after shock AFCON verdict
From major cities to smaller towns, the atmosphere turned electric almost instantly after the announcement, with people pouring out of…
N70,000 no longer enough, Labour pushes for N154,000 pay
According to the council, the proposed N154,000 minimum wage is meant to help workers maintain a decent standard of living.…
Nigeria’s D’Tigress show promise ahead of FIBA World Cup
Nigeria lost their final game 81–73 to Germany on Tuesday at the Villeurbanne Sports Arena. Despite the defeat, Wakama said…
ICPC debunks claims of fresh detention order against El-Rufai
In a statement issued by its spokesperson, John Odey, the commission described the reports as false and misleading.
UCL: Liverpool told to be wary of Osimhen
He also scored when Galatasaray defeated Liverpool earlier in the competition, showing how important he is to his team.
Naira climbs sharply, gains ₦13 against dollar in one day
Data released by the Central Bank of Nigeria showed that the Naira appreciated to ₦1,344.42 per dollar, compared to ₦1,357.77…
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BREAKING: CAF strips Senegal of AFCON title, awards Morocco
Further clarification from CAF may be anticipated in the coming days as the football body provides additional insight into the…
WHO faces another blow as Argentina withdraws
President Javier Milei’s government had announced plans to exit the WHO about a year ago. The government criticized how the…
FG declares two-day public holiday for Eid-ul-Fitr
The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement issued on Tuesday by the ministry’s…
Carabao Cup: Joe Cole names favourite as Arsenal face Manchester City
On the other hand, Manchester City booked their spot by overcoming Newcastle United, continuing their consistent run under pressure in…
K1 De Ultimate’s Daughter enters politics, eyes Assembly seat
The lawyer, who has over 12 years of experience, said she is confident in her ability to represent her constituency…
Obasanjo, Jonathan, Shettima attend Soludo’s swearing-In ceremony
Law enforcement agencies have been strategically deployed to key locations, including the airport, major roads, and the venue of the…
Fresh tension over 2027 elections as Pat Utomi raises red flag
He stressed that the country must not forget the sacrifices made to achieve democracy and warned that current developments could…
Major Drug Bust: Authorities seize ₦3.39bn codeine in Lagos port operation
The Customs said the seizure shows their strong effort to stop illegal drugs from entering the country. Oshoba added that…
China to provide relief aid as Middle East war worsens
The Strait of Hormuz, through which about one-fifth of the world’s oil usually passes, has been effectively shut by Iran…
Road to Glory: 16 teams battle for 8 quarter-final places
Although he expressed hope that Galatasaray would qualify because of Victor Osimhen, he admitted that Liverpool’s strength at home makes…
How Abuja–Kaduna train derailed – Eye Witness
The Director-General of the NSIB, Captain Alex Badeh Jr., expressed concern for the injured passengers and said the agency is…
63% Poverty Rate: Obi says Tinubu’s reforms hurting Nigerians
For example, the International Monetary Fund projects Nigeria’s economy will grow by 3.9% in 2025 and 4.2% in 2026. Similarly,…
MoC Academy Athletes storm into 2026 with 22 Medals at MTN CHAMPS Calabar
In the Men’s 4x400m relay, Wisdom Alexander ran alongside Team MTN’s Ezekiel Asuquo, Stephen Adejumo, and Benjamin Magaji as Team…
United States Secret Service opens recruitment portal for eligible applicants
The Secret Service Uniformed Division protects important U.S. government facilities and supports the agency’s mission of protecting national leaders and…
2026 Customs Duty Rates: Why ‘Tokunbo’ cars will cost Nigerians more
The policy changes are linked to Nigeria’s adoption of the ECOWAS Common External Tariff (CET) 2022–2026 framework, which