< 1 mn read Festus Keyamo, Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has announced that the return of Emirates Airlines to Nigeria will enhance local airlines’ access to international destinations. This statement follows Emirates’ resumption of services after a two-year hiatus. Speaking in Lagos after arriving on an Emirates flight from the UAE, Keyamo assured that the airline’s […]
< 1 mn read Aston Villa repeated their famous 1982 European Cup final win over Bayern Munich with a thrilling 1-0 victory at Villa Park on Wednesday, courtesy of a stunning goal from Jhon Duran. The Colombian striker caught Manuel Neuer off his line with just 11 minutes remaining, securing two wins from two games for Villa in their […]
< 1 mn read Lille claimed the scalp of Real Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday as a Jonathan David penalty just before half-time gave the French club a famous 1-0 home win over the reigning European champions. Canada striker David converted from the spot in first-half stoppage time, and Lille held on for the victory they deserved […]
< 1 mn read The General Overseer of the Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministries, Pastor Lazarus Muoka, has responded to social media activist and influencer, VeryDarkMan, following alleged criticism of his church. Clips featuring church members sharing unusual testimonies recently went viral on social media, sparking widespread discussion. In one video, an elderly woman claimed she was attacked by […]
2 mn read Following a ruling by the National Media Complaints Commission (NMCC), an independent Ombudsman, concerning its July 4, 2024, article titled, “LGBT: Nigeria Signs $150 Billion Samoa Deal,” Daily Trust yesterday issued a public apology to the Federal Government. In its statement, Daily Trust acknowledged the Ombudsman’s verdict, stating that it accepted the ruling “without any […]
< 1 mn read Data from the official trading platform of the FMDQ Exchange, a platform that oversees the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM), revealed that the Naira lost N127.21. This represents an 8.24 percent loss when compared to the previous trading date on Monday, Sept. 30, when it exchanged at N1,541.94 to a dollar. Additionally, the total […]
< 1 mn read The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) witness and former Acting Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Folashodun Shonubi, acknowledged during cross-examination by lead defense counsel Mr. Olalekan Ojo (SAN) that the objectives of the Naira redesign were to combat currency counterfeiting, curb hoarding, and promote the overall well-being of the Nigerian […]
2 mn read HUNDREDS of members and supporters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Wednesday protested the outcome of the September 21st governorship election, claiming that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) was compromised and failed to announce the results of the actual votes cast, which the party asserted it won. The protesters carried placards with various […]
< 1 mn read The Federal Government has commenced arrangements to evacuate its citizens from Lebanon due to escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. In an announcement, Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, advised Nigerians in Lebanon to contact the Nigerian mission for documentation. “Alert! All Nigerians in Lebanon are expected to get in […]
< 1 mn read Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, has accepted to include Big Brother Naija season 9 housemate, Wanni, in her movie production team. During a conversation with her fellow housemates, Wanni expressed her desire to work with Akindele, praising the quality of her films and calling her a seasoned professional. “Me I want to be in […]
< 1 mn read President Masoud Pezeshkian insisted Wednesday that Iran was “not looking for war” but pledged a stronger response if Israel retaliates for its missile attack. “If it (Israel) wants to react, we will have a stronger response; this is what the Islamic Republic is committed to,” Pezeshkian said in a joint press conference with Qatar’s emir, […]
< 1 mn read There is apprehension in Osun State over an alleged plot by some members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to bomb the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). A voice note that went viral on social media has a yet-to-be-identified PDP member in the state alleging that the All Progressives Congress (APC) might […]
< 1 mn read A yet-to-be identified crossdresser in Abuja has been harassed and stripped by a mob. In a viral video on social media, the crossdresser was confronted at night and despite attempting to walk away from the scene, the assailants prevented such. Consequently, the crossdresser was harassed and stripped off in public. He was, however, later freed […]
< 1 mn read The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has recovered N13 billion in diverted public funds over the past 30 days, marking a significant milestone in its anti-corruption efforts. This recovery is part of ICPC’s intensified measures to combat corruption, as detailed in its 2024-2028 Strategic Action Plan unveiled Wednesday in Abuja. The […]
< 1 mn read The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) announced on Wednesday that Ex-Seaman Abbas Haruna has been found guilty by a Military General Court-Martial on three charges: disobedience to orders, resisting arrest, and offences relating to public service property. Haruna was demoted from Able Seaman to Ordinary Seaman for the charge of disobedience to orders. He received a dismissal […]
2 mn read Africa boasts a diverse range of currencies, each with its unique history and factors contributing to its strength against the US dollar. Here’s a look at the top 10 strongest African currencies: Tunisian Dinar (1 USD = DT 3.04) Despite economic challenges, the Tunisian Dinar remains robust. Tunisia’s strict trade regulations and prudent financial policies […]
< 1 mn read Meta has announced the launch of its Content Monetization beta program for Facebook, designed to enhance the earning potential for content creators. The initiative, revealed on Wednesday, integrates three key monetization tools—In-stream ads, Ads on Reels, and the Performance bonus—enabling creators to monetize a wider range of content types, including Reels, long-form videos, photos, and […]
< 1 mn read Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has officially declared United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres persona non grata in Israel, banning him from entering the country. The announcement was made through Katz’s account on X, formerly known as Twitter. The decision comes in response to Guterres’ perceived failure to condemn Iran’s recent missile attack on Israel, which […]
< 1 mn read In a bid to combat the rising trend of divestments in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, the Federal Government has unveiled a new fiscal regime that includes a variety of tax exemptions aimed at revitalizing the industry. Mr. Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, announced the initiative through his […]
< 1 mn read The Federal Government has initiated plans to evacuate its citizens from Lebanon due to rising tensions between Israel and Iran. Dada Olusegun, Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Social Media, announced on X (formerly Twitter) that Nigerians in Lebanon should contact the Nigerian mission for documentation and profiling. “Alert! All Nigerians in Lebanon are […]