First Lady applauds DSS on gender balance, restates commitment to empower women
The Wife of the President spoke during a courtesy visit by a delegation from the DSS, led by the Deputy Director-General, Mrs. Afolashade Adekayaoja, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Wednesday. The First Lady, while commending the courtesy visit, highlighted the…
Eko Electricity Distribution Company Rolls Out Free Prepaid Meters
Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has commenced the distribution of free prepaid meters to Band A customers within its franchise area as part of the Meter Acquisition Fund (MAF) scheme. This initiative aims to bridge the metering gap in Nigeria,…
Anambra Government Respects Traditional Worship, Says ANSEC
Anambra State Government through the Anambra State Executive Council ((ANSEC) has strongly affirmed that the State Homeland Security Law 2025 signed in January is not against traditional worship which is an essential component of the Igbo traditional religion and culture….
MTN Implements Major Tariff Hike, Raises Data Prices
The 1.5 terabyte 90-day plan has risen from N150,000 to N240,000, and the 600GB 90-day plan is now priced at N120,000, up from N75,000, according to the updated list. MTN has implemented a major tariff hike and raised data prices….
Nigerian Professor dies in USA
Renowned scholar and prolific author, Professor Balogun Odun, has passed away. He died on February 7, 2025, in the United States at the age of 78. Born on April 21, 1946, in Iga Akoko, Ondo State, Professor Odun was a…
Israel Adesanya’s Epic Rise: From Humble Beginnings to UFC Hall of Fame
Israel Adesanya’s UFC debut was complete domination against a future PFL world champion. Former two-time UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya got one of the biggest honors of his career last weekend at UFC 312. Six years after his instant classic…
JUST IN: CBN Announces New ATM Transaction Fees
The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN has announced new transaction fees for automated teller machines (ATMs) In a statement signed by John Onojah, acting director of financial policy and regulation department, the apex bank said the revised charges will take…
The wait is finally over—Tiger Woods is back: Tiger Woods Announces PGA Tour Return at Genesis Invitational—But Can He Still Compete?
After months of speculation, the 15-time major champion has officially confirmed his return to PGA Tour action at the 2025 Genesis Invitational. This marks his first official event since last year’s Open Championship, and fans are buzzing with anticipation to…
Guardiola praises Hansi Flick’s Barcelona – ‘One of the best versions in recent years’
Former Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City team is gearing up for a crucial tie against Real Madrid this midweek. The two teams are set to take each other on in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League knockout…
Namibia’s First President Sam Nujoma Dies At 95
Namibia’s founding father Sam Nujoma, who led his country’s fight for independence from South Africa, died Saturday aged 95, the presidency announced. Nujoma had been hospitalised over the past three weeks, battling an illness from which he “could not recover”,…