An alleged certificate racketeering scandal has been exposed at Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku. The revelation was made by journalist Rufai Oseni, who shared details from an undercover investigation by freelance journalist Martin White-Ufuah. In a message sent to Oseni, White-Ufuah claimed he successfully purchased a National Diploma (ND) certificate from the institution as proof of … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited on Saturday, February 15, debunked the claim in a viral video that its fuel does not last. NNPC said the allegation made in the video about the quality of its product is baseless and lacks credibility. In a statement issued by Femi Soneye, the spokesperson for the NNPC, … Read more
The governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah has appealed to aggrieved members of the Peoples Democratic Party who left the party to return. The governor made the appeal while receiving members of the PDP National Reconciliation Committee led by former governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola in Enugu. He said it is important for party members in the … Read more
A Nigerian man’s exciting celebration in the snow after relocating to Canada has captured the attention of netizens. In a video posted via the TikTok app, he expressed his joy following his arrival in the country. Man says his relocation to Canada cost N20 million He was seen in the clip posted via his his … Read more
Obtaining a U.S. visa can be a complex and competitive process, but with the right approach, you can increase your chances of approval. Here are ten key steps to help you navigate the application process more effectively: 1. Choose the Right Visa Type Selecting the appropriate visa category is crucial. Whether it’s a tourist, student, … Read more
Security sources have claimed that Brig. Gen. Maharazu Tsiga was kidnapped by notorious bandit leader, Babaro. This claim was made by popular insurgency analyst, Bakatsine in a post on Saturday via his account on the 𝕏 platform. According to Bakatsine, General Tsiga is being held captive in Bununu Forest, located in the Faskari local government … Read more
Tigran Gambaryan, Head of Financial Crime Compliance at Binance, has steadfastly maintained that his accusations against three Nigerian lawmakers—Ginger Onwusibe, Philip Agbese, and Peter Akpanke—regarding a demand for a $150 million bribe to avert his arrest and prosecution in Nigeria for alleged financial crimes are true. Gambaryan made these claims on his X account on … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) has condemned misleading allegations made in a viral video circulating online, which claims that NNPC fuel does not last. Naija News reports that NNPC spokesman, Olufemi Soneye, said the assertion was baseless and entirely unfounded, originating from unverified and amateur research that lacks credibility, accuracy, and professional oversight. In … Read more
A devastating accident occurred at the Area Command Bus Stop in Nnewi, Anambra State, when a fully loaded cement truck lost control and crashed into a residential building, killing an unspecified number of people, including about five members of a family. Eyewitnesses reported that the tragic incident happened late Friday as residents gathered in their … Read more
As of February 2025, the prices of cement in Nigeria have experienced fluctuations due to various economic factors, including currency devaluation, fuel subsidy removal, and market dynamics. These changes have significantly impacted the construction industry and consumers nationwide. Dangote Cement Dangote Cement, a leading brand in Nigeria, is currently priced between ₦9,000 and ₦9,500 per … Read more
The presidential candidate of the African Action Congress in the 2023 elections, Omoyele Sowore, was reportedly attacked on Saturday morning by suspected thugs at the Lagos City Marathon. Sowore was attacked by the thugs alongside crew members of his media outfit while participating in the marathon. The thugs also attacked some journalists covering the event, … Read more
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has cast his vote in the ongoing Katsina State Local Government election. Buhari, who arrived at the polling unit around 11:09 am, voted at Polling Unit 003, Sarkin Yarn Ward A, in his hometown of Daura. The former president was accompanied by the state Commissioner for Special Duties, Adnan Na-Habu Daura. … Read more
In a notable shift, the Naira has gained N15 against the dollar at the parallel foreign exchange market over the past five days. A detailed analysis of this week’s FX data reveals that the Naira strengthened consistently at the black market on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, closing at N1,565 per dollar—up from N1,580 on Monday. … Read more
Fighters of the Boko Haram/Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorist group launched an attack on a military base in Isige town, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, leading to the loss of three Nigerian Army personnel. The attack, which lasted for several hours, saw the terrorists setting numerous buildings ablaze and escaping with … Read more
Tigran Gambaryan, a senior official at cryptocurrency exchange Binance, has insisted that his allegations that three Nigerian lawmakers demanded a $150 million bribe from him to stop his arrest and prosecution are factual and based on real events. He reiterated his claim despite strong denials from the lawmakers and the Nigerian government. Gambaryan, who was … Read more
The U.S. Army has announced significant policy changes, halting the recruitment of transgender individuals and suspending all gender transition-related medical procedures for current service members. The decision aligns with broader policy shifts under the current administration, which is phasing out Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. In a series of posts on its official X … Read more
OpenAI’s board chairman on Friday said it has unanimously rejected an Elon Musk-led offer to buy the hot artificial intelligence company for $97.4 billion. “OpenAI is not for sale, and the board has unanimously rejected Mr. Musk’s latest attempt to disrupt his competition,” chairman of the board Bret Taylor said in a statement posted by … Read more
The Federal Government has finally reacted to the allegation of Tigran Gambaryan, an American official of Binance, a cryptocurrency giant in the United States, urged Nigerians to disregard his falsehood. Alhaji Mohammed Idris, the minister of information and national orientation, made the call in a statement in Abuja on Friday, February 14. Why FG responded … Read more
The National Association of Polytechnic Students has voiced strong opposition to the proposed transformation of Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) in Lagos into a university. This development follows an announcement by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, who revealed that President Bola Tinubu had approved the institution’s conversion. During a working visit to YABATECH … Read more
Wema Bank has announced the availability of foreign exchange (FX) for personal transactions under the newly launched Electronic Foreign Exchange Matching System (EFEMS). The bank stated this in an email update sent to customers titled; ‘Important update: EFEMS funds for invisible transactions are now available. Wema Bank explained that the EFEM provides customers access to … Read more