The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced its approval of a significant financial package to support the proposed merger between Unity Bank Plc and Providus Bank Limited. The apex bank, in a statement by its acting Director of Corporate Communications, Hakama Sidi-Ali, stated that the move is designed to enhance the stability of the […]
Former Senate Chief Whip, Senator Ali Ndume, has apologised to the leadership of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for not consulting the party before publicly criticising President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. Ndume, who represents Borno South in the National Assembly, maintains that his comments were made out of patriotism. “Yesterday, I was invited by […]
The National Security Council has issued a stern warning against any attempts to change the government, describing the use of foreign flags during protests as treasonous. This follows a trending video showing protesters openly inviting the military to take over the government. Speaking after a meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential […]
The Nigerian government has issued a warning to its citizens about the dangers of travelling to the United Kingdom (UK) at this time. This follows the recent killing of three young girls at a concert. In a statement issued yesterday by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Eche Abu-Obe, Nigerians planning trips […]
Nigeria’s Favour Ofili was in tears after storming to the final of the 200m race in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Ofili secured the second automatic qualification spot in Monday’s race, rekindling Nigeria’s medal hopes at the Games. She achieved a season’s best of 22.05 seconds, finishing behind St Lucia’s Julien Alfred – the 100m champion […]
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has warned that those benefiting from fuel importation will make every effort to frustrate the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. In an interview with the Financial Times, Obasanjo described the refinery as a project that should inspire both Nigerians and non-Nigerians. “Aliko’s investment in a refinery, if it succeeds, should encourage both Nigerians […]
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Mustapha, has issued a stern warning to those flying the Russian flag, calling it a treasonable offence. Some #EndBadGovernance protesters in the northern region have been seen waving the Russian flag as demonstrations entered their fifth day. This has sparked widespread criticism, including from the CDS, who […]
The national grid has collapsed for the fifth time this year, plunging many areas into darkness. Although the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has yet to comment on the matter, the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) reported that the grid collapsed at around 2:55 pm on Monday. “We understand that some of our customers are […]
The Nigerian women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, made history at the Paris 2024 Olympics by qualifying for the quarter-finals with a 79-70 victory over Canada. This feat makes them the first African team, male or female, to reach the quarter-finals of an Olympic basketball tournament. Nigeria, three-time Women’s Afrobasket Champions, faced a tough test against the […]
Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s nationwide address, saying it failed to address the brutal crackdown on #EndBadGovernance protesters by security agencies. Angry Nigerians had taken to major cities across the country to lament the high cost of living, hardship, hunger, and poverty blamed on Federal Government policies, such as the […]
