Author: Michael Adesina
Group demands total scrapping of 4% FOB charge by NCS
The Centre for Transparency and Defence of Human Rights has demanded for a total scrapping of the proposed 4% Free-on-Board…
Could Nigeria come to represent one of Africa’s tech hubs?
When most people think of the world's major global technology hubs, they don't often think of the West African nation…
How I invested N56.35m in a non-existent business – Patience Abel
"The total amount I invested was N56,350,000 and to be paid back N74,750,000.00 in three weeks as soon as the…
Islamic scholar Sheikh Afeefuddin set to lead prayers for Nigeria in Lagos
The Aljamahatul Qadiriyah Islamic Movement of Lagos State has invited world-renowned Islamic scholar and spiritual leader, Al-Sheikh Al-Sayyid Afeefuddin Al-Jailani,…
African crypto start-ups driving financial inclusion for all
As recently as 2023, only around half of Africa’s population used banking services. At the same time, the continent is…
Court never dismissed our case against Gbenga Daniel’s Datkems – Ogun govt.
The Ogun State Government has set the record straight, dismissing reports that the Court of Appeal dismissed its appeal against…
Alleged N90.4m fraud: Prof. Usman Yusuf knows fate on bail Feb 27
Justice Chinyere E. Nwecheonwu of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Kuchiako, Kuje, Abuja, on Wednesday, 12 February 2025, adjourned…
Fela Durotoye: How I rejected fraudulent N5bn offer
“When I reminded him that the blessings of God make one rich and add no sorrow, he fired back, saying,…
Creation of more states will cause more problems – Primate Ayodele
“It’s not proper for the nation at this time, it won’t help all of them, and the current proposal will…
Rema takes ‘Heis’ music world tour to Japan, North America
Rema, the talented Nigerian singer and songwriter, has unveiled the dates for his eagerly-awaited "HEIS World Tour 2025".
Again, Pope Francis skips public address
During the weekly general audience at the Vatican on Wednesday, the 88-year-old pontiff, who leads 1.4 billion Catholics worldwide, asked…
Ikorodu City unveil teenage winger Oladimeji Dada in mid-season squad boost
Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Ikorodu City FC have confirmed the signing of highly rated teenage winger Oladimeji Kole…
Court jails fake BDC operator nabbed at Eko Hotel
Sanni narrated that the convict confessed to being involved in buying and selling of foreign currency without a licence from…
The unprecedented struggles of entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship has always carried with it a degree of struggle, but in today’s world the challenges are taking on unprecedented…
Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Nigeria’s Economic Transformation: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Way Forward – Mc-Vester Okoh
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just a buzzword—it is a revolutionary force reshaping economies, industries, and the global balance of…
Snakes, monkeys must not swallow $1.07bn earmarked for health, Atiku warns
Former Vice President of Nigeria Atiku Abubakar has warned that claims of animals such as snakes, termites, gorillas and monkeys…
Breaking: Aston Villa knock Tottenham out of FA CUP
Aston Villa has sent Tottenham Hotspur packing from the FA Cup, securing a 2-1 victory in their fourth-round clash at…
Turkish Lig shocker: Adana Demirspor abandon match against Osimhen’s Galatasaray
In a stunning turn of events, Adana Demirspor made the unprecedented decision to withdraw from their highly-anticipated Turkish Super Lig…
Plymouth Argyle knock out Liverpool from FA Cup
Plymouth produced a huge FA Cup upset as Premier League leaders Liverpool were knocked out by the bottom club in…
NIS launches contactless passport application for Nigerians in Europe
the contactless passport application system will be introduced in Europe on Feb. 7 (today).
Landlord seeks justice over ‘construction violations’ in Banana Island
The landlord is also suing the state and its agencies for failing to stop a developer from contravening the approval…
Atiku, Saraki, Gowon others present as Fayemi marks 60th birthday (photos)
Vice President Kashim Shettima, former Senate President Bukola Saraki, and ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar were among the dignitaries who attended…
The world is not waiting for Africa to catch up – Shettima
Vice-President Kashim Shettima on Thursday in Abuja urged African leaders to embrace homegrown development models rather than depending on foreign…
I will aim more jabs at you in 2027: VP Shettima tells Atiku
“The tragedy of our time is that African leaders do not only confine themselves to foreign blueprints but have also…
Nigeria Union of Teachers declares indefinite strike in Ebonyi
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Ebonyi State Wing, has directed its members in seven Local Government Areas where months…
Trump administration terminates all federal media contracts
The administration of President Donald Trump has issued a directive to the General Services Administration, instructing them to forthwith terminate…
EFCC arraigns additional 9 Chinese for cyber-terrorism, fraud in Lagos
The Lagos Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday, February 6, 2025, arraigned nine Chinese…
Okiki Oludare Announces Ride-Hailing App Will Rollout in 3-4 Months
By Taiwo Adesanmi Entrepreneur Okiki Oludare, has officially announced that KS Enterprise’s new venture into tech—their Uber-like ride-hailing app—will roll…
“They will remove you from power”: Primate Ayodele issues warning
Primate Elijah Ayodele has warned the President of DR Congo, Felix Tshisekedi of an impending removal from power amidst the…
President Tinubu genuinely cares for Nigeria, better days ahead – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has pleaded with Nigerians to be patient and reason…