The Nigerian government outspent pro-Biafra lobbyists in Washington as both sides compete to influence US President Donald Trump over allegations of a “Christian genocide” in the country. According to the lobbying contract document filed with the US Department of Justice, Aster Legal, a law firm in Kaduna, hired the services of DCI Group on behalf…
Nigerians will begin paying a 7.5 per cent Value Added Tax (VAT) on selected banking services, including mobile bank transfers and USSD transactions, from January 19, 2026, following a new government-backed regulatory directive. This is disclosed in a notice sent to customers on Wednesday afternoon by Moniepoint, informing users of the impending implementation of the…
The Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have signed a new agreement aimed at improving the quality of the university education system and ensuring stability. The new agreement replaces the 2009 pact that triggered several industrial actions over unresolved issues. The signing and unveiling of the agreement took place on Wednesday…
American singer and actress Tamar Braxton has expressed her frustrations over being single at 48, lamenting that she should be married by now. In a recent interview with WBLS, the Love and War hitmaker attributed her singleness to a lack of “nice men.” She explained that her ideal man is “a good man,” which she…
Visa applications from Nigeria, Russia and at least 73 other countries will no longer be processed by United States embassies and consulates as Washington moves to tighten immigration screening over concerns about welfare dependence. The US Department of State has directed consular officers to pause visa processing for the affected countries from January 21, pending…
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a masquerade alleged to have carried out unprovoked violent attacks on residents, leading to a breach of public peace in Awgbu, Orumba North Local Government Area of the state. In a viral video circulating online, the masquerade was seen chasing and attacking passers-by, disrupting a public function and…
Several gospel singers including Lekan Remilekun-Amos otherwise called Omo Dafidi and Lanre Teriba popularly known as Atorise have mourned colleague and worship leader, Bunmi Akinnaanu, popularly known as Omije Ojumi. Ms Akinnaanu reportedly passed away on Monday in Lagos hospital. She was 46 years old last November. Atorise, in an emotion-laden voice, told newsmen that…
The World Bank announced yesterday that Nigeria’s economy is on track to record its fastest growth in more than a decade, upgrading its forecast for the country’s economic growth to 4.4 per cent for 2026 and 2027. The World Bank disclosed this in its latest Global Economic Prospects report released yesterday. The latest growth forecast…
The Nigeria Police Force has advised Nigerians not to struggle or fight back if they find themselves in a dangerous situation involving criminals, urging citizens to prioritise their safety above all else. The Force Public Relations Officer, Mr Benjamin Hundeyin, gave the advice on Tuesday while speaking during an interview on Politics Today, a programme…
In the history of Oyo State, leadership has often been a subject of debate, with governors coming and going, leaving behind promises that barely scratched the surface of real progress. However, since Governor Seyi Makinde assumed office in May 2019, the narrative has changed dramatically. Today, the people of Oyo State can proudly say they…
