Holding a valid US visa can open doors to several countries for Nigerian passport holders, allowing easier travel without the need for an additional visa. Many nations view a US visa as evidence of thorough background checks, simplifying entry requirements. Here Are 21 Countries You Can Visit with a US Visa as a Nigerian Passport … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) brought in 136.7 million litres of petrol in a single day as the country continues to rely on imported fuel. A document seen by Daily Trust showed that the fuel arrived in Nigeria on Monday, February 10. Meanwhile, checks on Tuesday revealed that petrol prices dropped slightly at … Read more
The Leader of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has described the late Pa Ayo Adebanjo as a fearless leader. Naija News reports that the IPOB leader said the late Afenifere leader was an embodiment of courage and good conscience who would be sorely missed. In a statement from his counsel, Aloy Ejimakor, … Read more
Tigran Gambaryan, Binance’s Head of Financial Crime Compliance, has doubled down on his explosive claims that three Nigerian lawmakers attempted to extort a staggering $150 million in cryptocurrency to halt his arrest and prosecution. In a dramatic series of posts on X (formerly Twitter), Gambaryan directly named the legislators—Ginger Onwusibe, Philip Agbese, and Peter Akpanke—alleging … Read more
A security and crisis expert/analyst has revealed the identity of a notorious kidnapper who allegedly led the abduction of a former Director General of the National Youth Service Corps, Brigadier General Maharazu Tsiga (retired). Popularly known as Bakatsine and @DanKatsina on X, the analyst said Babaro is the bandit kingpin who kidnapped Tsiga. In a … Read more
The Federal Government has said the recapitalization of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA) would boost food production and empower farmers with finance. The Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, said the government, through recapitalizing the Bank of Agriculture (BOA) would enhance food security by making food more accessible and affordable … Read more
The Ohanaeze Ndigbo has declared a period of mourning ovr the passing of the leader of the Afenifere group, Ayo Adebanjo. The leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo said the mourning period would span the space of two traditional market days in according with the customs of the Igbo land. According to the group the mourning period … Read more
Galatasaray were beaten 4-1 by AZ Alkmaar in the first leg of the UEFA Europa League knockout playoffs, and a Turkish commentator has explained the key factor behind the defeat. The new format of the European club competitions means that clubs that finished from ninth to 24th on the combined 36-team table go through a … Read more
The ECOWAS Court has dismissed a case brought by two NGOs against Nigeria over the destruction caused by the 2012 and 2022 Lagdo Dam floodings. The suit, filed by the Incorporated Trustees of Prince and Princess Charles Offokaja Foundation, Nigeria, and its Swiss counterpart, sought to hold Nigeria accountable for failing to construct a dam … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd has strongly refuted allegations circulating in a viral video claiming that its fuel burns out faster than expected. The state-owned oil firm dismissed the claims as misleading and lacking any scientific credibility, attributing them to what it described as “unverified and amateur research.” In a statement released on … Read more
Economist and energy expert Kelvin Emmanuel has raised concerns over the continued importation of fuel into Nigeria despite claims that the country’s refineries are operational. With an ongoing legal dispute between Dangote and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), Emmanuel called for urgent government intervention. He insisted that the President should overhaul NNPC by … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has vowed to take firm legal action against individuals or groups who intentionally spread falsehoods about its brand and operations. The company warned that those engaged in such malicious activities will be “held fully accountable under the law.” NNPC’s warning came in a statement issued on Saturday by … Read more
Minister of Education, Dr. Moruf Olatunji Alausa, on Friday, announced that President Bola Tinubu has approved the transformation of Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) into a university. Dr. Alausa, who disclosed this during his visit to the college to inaugurate and inspect key projects and interact with its staff and industry partners, noted that the … Read more
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