Tuesday, 19th March 2024
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1 day ago
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 20-year-old hair stylist, Josephine Odunu and a dispatch rider, Edesemi Ikporo, 30, for selling and distributing illicit drug-laced chin-chin to school students...
1 day ago
Uproar has greeted the continued detention of two teenagers, Chinedu Ogboo and Chima Ossai, in the facility of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Anambra Police Command, since February 16 without trial.
1 day ago
The police in Lagos State have arrested two persons; Lekan Ibrahim and Olumide Oladiji for traffic robbery in the Lekki area of the state. The suspects allegedly disguised themselves as beggars and approached a motorist in Agungi
1 day ago
Gunmen, suspected to be hoodlums have shot dead a young man identified as Johnson George Sopruchi at Abakiliki close near Emenike Street, Mile 1 Diobu, Port Harcourt City Council of Rivers State.
1 day ago
The Federal Government has flagged off the food security and agriculture mechanisation drive to assist farmers across the country. The programme, flagged off by the Vice President, Kashim Shettima..
1 day ago
An explosion in Kidandan village of Giwa Local Council of Kaduna State has claimed the life of a pupil of an Islamiyya school, while 20 others were injured.
1 day ago
Nigeria said internet and data services disrupted by an undersea cable cut last week have been restored. Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) said that services have now been restored to approximately 90% of their peak utilisation capacities as of Monday evening. "All operators who were impacted by the cuts have taken recovery capacity from submarine cables,…
1 day ago
Individuals and businesses who are battling snail-speed or completely unavailable Internet may have to bear with the crisis for much more time than expected as the full restoration of services is not feasible until towards the end of April.
1 day ago
Shockwaves following the gruesome killing of 16 soldiers continued yesterday, amid reports that the community where the incident happened was razed in a reprisal.
1 day ago
Real estate has historically provided a strong inflation hedge, but rising interest rates and the looming housing crisis are raising concerns among property developers, mortgage operators and professionals.
1 day ago
North Korea fired a ballistic missile on Monday, Seoul's military said, as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited South Korea to meet top officials and attend a democracy summit.

News

10 mins ago
The Court of Appeal, yesterday, upheld the judgment of a Federal High Court that the Federal Road Safety Commission’s (FRSC) officials can operate on all roads in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
11 mins ago
Former two-term member of the House of Representatives for Ikwuano/Umuahia Constituency, Sam Onuigbo, has said that non-Northeasterners also benefit from the North East Development Commission’s (NEDC) activities and projects.
20 mins ago
Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) have called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to save the image of Nigeria by avoiding being used as a weapon of political battles. 
20 mins ago
A Federal High Court, Abuja, yesterday, fixed April 18 for the hearing of a N1 billion suit filed by the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, against the Federal Government and Department of State Services (DSS).
49 mins ago
Administrative activities were, yesterday, paralysed at University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN), as Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational Associated Institutions (NASU) joined their counterparts in a seven-day nationwide warning strike.
49 mins ago
The Minister of Transportation, Said Ahmed Alkali, stated this while reacting to comments and commentaries by certain persons, especially on social media, concerning the status and implications of the MoU signed on February 12, 2024. 
50 mins ago
Environmentalists in Cross River State have called for the protection of Afi Mountain Wildlife Sanctuary and Drill Ranch in Buanchor community of Boki Council of the state.
50 mins ago
President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, met with the leadership of the Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
50 mins ago
Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) has criticised and condemned, in strong terms, the killing of soldiers on a peace mission to Okuoma, an Urhobo community in Ughelli South Council of Delta State. 

1 day ago
When it comes to tomato, Nigeria is a paradox of sorts. As one of the top producers of tomato globally, Nigeria is still a major importer of tomato paste. So how can we flip this script in a time where food security is crucial for Africa’s most populous country? Vincent Egbe, Managing Director and CEO of GB Foods joins CNBC Africa for this discussion.
2 days ago
In Nigeria's bustling business center, one shoemaker is making stylish and sustainable footwear.
3 days ago
With Nigeria's economy and poverty levels worsening, abductions have become an almost daily occurrence in the country. The kidnappings tear apart families who have to pool their savings to pay the ransoms and the U.N. estimates that at least 10.5 million children are out of school due to insecurity.

Sport

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Nigeria's Super Eagles defender Tyronne Ebuehi will miss the friendly games against Ghana and Mali due to injury. Ebuehi picked up the injury in Empoli's Serie A game against Bologna on Friday. He was introduced into the game in the 66th minute as Empoli went on to lose the game 1-0 courtesy of a 94th…
1 day ago
Nottingham Forest have been given a four-point penalty for breaching the Premier League's financial regulations, according to reports on Monday.
1 day ago
Rodri has warned Manchester City's rivals that the best is yet to come after they brushed Newcastle aside to stay in the hunt for a second consecutive treble.
Thomas Partey, Joseph Painstil and Inaki Williams will miss Ghana's friendly against Nigeria
1 day ago
Ghana has revealed that the trio of Thomas Partey, Joseph Painstil and Inaki Williams will miss the Black Stars' international friendly match against Nigeria scheduled for Friday, March 22. Black Stars head coach, Otto Addo, named his 26-man squad for this month's international friendlies against Nigeria and Uganda but Partey, Williams, and Painstil were missing.…
1 day ago
Nigerian defender Bright Osayi-Samuel displayed guts and bravery as he defended his teammates from a pitch invader after Sunday's Turkish Super Lig clash between his team Fenerbahce and Trabzonspor. Fenerbahce defeated Trabzonspor 3-2 but were confronted by angry Trabzonspor fans who flocked onto the pitch. Tensions started to rise in the 87th minute when objects…
1 day ago
Defending champions, Enyimba, shook off the effects of their 1-0 defeat midweek by Remo Stars to beat Niger Tornadoes 3-1 at the Aba Township Stadium yesterday.

Latest

10 mins ago
The Court of Appeal, yesterday, upheld the judgment of a Federal High Court that the Federal Road Safety Commission’s (FRSC) officials can operate on all roads in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
11 mins ago
Former two-term member of the House of Representatives for Ikwuano/Umuahia Constituency, Sam Onuigbo, has said that non-Northeasterners also benefit from the North East Development Commission’s (NEDC) activities and projects.
20 mins ago
Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) have called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to save the image of Nigeria by avoiding being used as a weapon of political battles. 
20 mins ago
A Federal High Court, Abuja, yesterday, fixed April 18 for the hearing of a N1 billion suit filed by the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, against the Federal Government and Department of State Services (DSS).

Editorial

1 hour ago
The recent invasion and looting of food items of warehouses belonging to the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) is a worrisome incident that cannot be pardoned for its illegality and greed; and yet cannot be overlooked for its underlying depiction of hunger and anger in the land. Food items looted included those in transit for…

Features

57 mins ago
As part of efforts aimed at countering fake news, mis-information and dis-information, International Press Centre (IPC) recently held a two-day capacity building workshop in Kaduna State on combating information disorder in democratic governance reporting using fact-checking and Freedom of Information (FOI) tools.

Editor's Pick

1 day ago
Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) are withdrawing their services from today.
1 day ago
Four days after President Bola Tinubu transmitted letters to the Senate and House of Representatives seeking repeal and reenactment of the Student Loan Bill, the National Assembly is set to hold a public hearing on the proposed legislation...
1 day ago
Katsina Youth Vanguard (KYV) has condemned the failure of Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, and his Katsina counterpart, Dikko Raddah, asserting that they lack commitment to address the security challenges in their respective states and the entire North West region.
1 day ago
Real estate has historically provided a strong inflation hedge, but rising interest rates and the looming housing crisis are raising concerns among property developers, mortgage operators and professionals.

Business

55 mins ago
Stakeholders, yesterday, in Abuja raised concerns over Nigeria’s single-digit unemployment claim and the loopholes in unemployment data.
55 mins ago
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) said developing regulations and policies to govern artificial intelligence (AI) deployment is complex as well as playing catch up due to technological advancements in this part of the world.
55 mins ago
Inflation rate has been projected to reach 32.77 per cent this month.

Columnists

1 hour ago
Nigeria is at a crossroads and Nigerians are trying to find the responses to an economic crisis and currency turmoil. Of course, all manner of symptoms keep appearing! 
1 hour ago
he government’s reaction has been customarily caustic and short-fused. Those involved in the looting of a warehouse belonging to the Agric Department Strategic food store, located at Tasha area of Abuja, on March 3. Federal Capital Development Authority (FCTA)
1 hour ago
There is no gainsaying the fact that dispute resolution is a crucial component in every facet of human life and one constant variable in our society, like change, is dispute.

Guardian Life

1 day ago
At the 55th NAACP Image Awards, Nigerian superstar Burna Boy faced a night of unexpected outcomes. Despite being nominated in five prestigious categories, the artist known as the ‘African Giant’ did not take home any awards. Burna Boy was nominated for the following categories: Outstanding Male Artist Outstanding International Song Outstanding Hip-Hop/Rap Song Outstanding Duo,…
1 day ago
In an interview with Big Boy TV, Kanye West, the artist formerly known as Ye, has once again stirred the pot of public discourse with his latest declarations about religion and divinity. West, whose journey through spirituality has been publicly documented through his music, particularly in albums like “Donda” and “Jesus is King,” opened up…
1 day ago
Harrysong’s estranged wife, Alexer Peres, has alleged threats to her life and accused the singer of allegedly sharing her number with strange women. "Pls have been minding my business lately oo all those side fowls and co .that you’re giving my number to, calling me with unknown numbers that they’ll deal with me for saying…
1 day ago
Bruno Mars has found himself in hot water for reportedly owing a whopping $50 million in gambling debt. The 37-year-old singer has been entertaining audiences with his residency at Park MGM in Las Vegas for nine years. According to sources cited by News Nation, Mars' prolonged stint in Las Vegas may be attributed to his…

Technology

4 days ago
The Federal Government has said it is creating the enabling environment to unlock opportunities in the digital skills market in sub-Saharan Africa valued at $130 billion.
13 Mar
Energy prices have been increasing globally, with wholesale prices commonly cited as the main driving force compounded by the conflict in Ukraine and other factors.
13 Mar
SAMSUNG Electronics West Africa has partnered New Home Distribution (Africa) Limited (NHDAL) to assemble consumer electronics (CE) products in Nigeria.
13 Mar
As part of activities marking the 2024 International Women’s Day (IWD) digital financial services provider for emerging markets, Moniepoint Inc, has announced the launch of this year’s edition of the Women-In-Tech initiative.
7 Mar
In today's rapidly evolving financial landscape, Nigerian financial institutions face mounting pressure to adapt their marketing strategies to meet the demands of customers and fierce competition. Traditional marketing approaches are no longer sufficient in a data-driven world where personalized experiences and real-time insights are paramount.
7 Mar
The technological landscape of Nigeria's financial institutions is marked by both promise and challenges. While significant progress has been made in digitization efforts, the adoption of advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) remains relatively low. Limited access to big data, computing infrastructure, and advanced analytics talent hinders progress, resulting in a predominant focus on basic digitization efforts. However, there are significant opportunities for improvement through strategic investments in key technological pillars: big data, computing power, and algorithms. This article explores the pivotal role of technological advancements in big data, computing power, and algorithms in propelling Nigerian financial institutions toward a future of enhanced efficiency, data-driven decision-making, personalized services, and sustainable growth.