December
17 Dec
It’s the festive season, and everyone wants to feel loved and appreciated. Even the smallest gestures can brighten someone’s day. Kids, those bundles of joy, are no exception, they deserve to be celebrated. Christmas is the perfect time to shower them with gifts that bring smiles to their faces and spark their imaginations. Here are…
9 Dec
December is here again—the month of celebrations, gatherings, and plenty of spending. While the festive season brings joy and excitement, it also has a way of emptying wallets faster than you can say “Merry Christmas.” If you’re not careful, the season of fun could turn into a financial nightmare. Living within your budget this December…
30 Nov
Showmax is set to offer an exciting holiday content lineup with its “Holiday Tree-Ts for You” festive campaign. This December, subscribers get to enjoy top international movies and series all month long. Leading the pack is the psychological thriller Eileen, starring Critics’ Choice nominee Thomas in McKenzie (Last Night in Soho, Jojo Rabbit) and Oscar winner…
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The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has approved the appointment of the Managing Director of Kaduna Electric, Dr. Umar Hashidu, to the Initial Stakeholders Advisory Panel (ISAP). A statement issued by the Deputy Managing Director of Kaduna Electric, Abubakar Sadiq Mohammed, on Thursday, noted that the ISAP, which comprises seasoned technocrats, energy experts, and…
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Nigeria's supply chain sector is undergoing a transformative shift driven by the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other advanced technologies. A group of forward-thinking professionals and organizations are leading this evolution, paving the way for efficiency, transparency, and competitiveness in the global market. 1. Dr. Obiora Madu As the Director General of the African…
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Nigerian superstar Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid or Starboy, has once again proven his global influence by becoming the first African artist to surpass 8 billion streams on Spotify. This achievement, confirmed on December 31, 2024, solidifies his position as a trailblazer in the global music industry. The 34-year-old singer, who first gained international…
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A retired Justice, Taiwo Taiwo, has weighed in on the ongoing legal battles involving human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi, asserting that libel should not be treated as a criminal offence. Justice Taiwo, a former Federal High Court judge, described libel as a personal matter that ought to remain within the realm of civil law. Taiwo…
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The Director-General of the National Boundary Commission (NBC), Surv. Adamu Adaji, has reaffirmed the Commission’s unwavering commitment to fostering peaceful coexistence and promoting trans-border cooperation across Nigeria’s internal and international boundaries. In his New Year message addressed to staff members, border communities, and the Nigerian public, Adaji noted the Commission's progress in 2024 and outlined…
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In spite of the efforts of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to control the money supply through its tightening measures, the latest report from the apex bank shows that Nigeria’s Broad Money Supply (M2) soared by 51 per cent year-on-year (YoY) to reach ₦108.96 trillion in November 2024. The surge, according to the CBN,…
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Following his signing into law the state’s 2025 budget, the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) on Thursday called on Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, to focus on addressing the challenges of rural neglect, infrastructure decay, and insecurity. While commending the governor’s progress on federal road projects, HURIWA expressed concern over the poor…
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Pastor Abel Damina, leader of Power City International and Abel Damina Ministries, has said that smoking and drinking are not sinful acts. Pastor Damina made this statement during his New Year’s Eve sermon, while also questioning the traditional interpretations of sin. “I’ve told you alcohol is not a sin. I’ve told you cigarettes are not…
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The Chairman of Owan East Local Government Area (LGA) of Edo State, Prince Aminu Okodo-Kadiri, on Thursday, said his purported impeachment and that of his deputy, Clement Ojebuovbo, is unconstitutional and illegal. The impeachment was initiated by councillors of the council's legislative arm over alleged misconduct against the duo. Okodo, who addressed journalists in Benin…
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Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has signed the ₦1.88 trillion 2025 budget into law. The Governor, at the signing ceremony in Government House Port Harcourt on Tuesday, said the only authentic House of Assembly in the state is the one led by Oko-Jumbo. The Governor maintained that budgets are usually presented to legal legislative members…