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
A fierce battle between rival terrorist factions, Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati Wal-Jihad (JAS) and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) erupted in Borno State on Friday, resulting in heavy casualties on both sides. Sources revealed to counter-insurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, that JAS fighters launched a well-coordinated attack on ISWAP strongholds in Abadam Local Government … Read more
A late-night raid by suspected operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Ekpoma, Edo State, led to confusion in the town as youths fled in panic, abandoning their cars on the streets. The incident took place on Valentine’s Night on Friday. Viral videos circulating on social media captured the moment youths ran … Read more
A final-year student of the Kwara State College of Education, Ilorin, Yetunde Lawal, has been murdered, sparking outrage and concern. Reports indicate that a suspect, said to be the son of a prominent Muslim cleric in the Isalekoto community, is currently in police custody at the command headquarters in Ilorin in connection with the tragic … Read more
A devastating road accident along the Kano-Maiduguri highway, beneath the Muhammadu Buhari Interchange Flyover in Kano, has resulted in the death of 23 passengers. The tragic incident involved a DAF model trailer transporting goods and passengers. According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Kano Sector Command, the accident occurred late Thursday night due to … Read more
As of mid-February 2025, the cost of refilling cooking gas in Nigeria has seen a significant increase, with prices reaching up to ₦1,500 per kilogram in certain regions. This surge reflects a broader trend of escalating energy costs affecting households nationwide. Current Pricing Overview Recent market surveys indicate that the average price for refilling a … Read more
Five candidates for the position of the Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF) have advanced to the oral interview stage. Naija News reported that ten candidates qualified for the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) proficiency test. Out of the ten candidates, five were successful. This was contained in a statement on Friday, from the Director, of … Read more
The Naira continued to strengthen against the dollar at the parallel foreign exchange market on Friday, February 14, 2025. However, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has yet to update the official rates again, more than 16 hours after the market closed. At the black market, the Naira gained N5 against the dollar to trade … Read more
As of mid-February 2025, Nigeria continues to grapple with escalating food prices, significantly impacting household budgets and food security nationwide. Staple commodities such as rice, beans, and tomatoes have experienced notable price hikes, exacerbating the economic strain on citizens. Rice Prices The cost of rice has surged dramatically. By the end of 2024, a 50-kilogram … Read more