Donald Trump has been named Time’s “Person of the Year” for the second time, the magazine announced. Despite his frequent criticism of the media, Trump received the honor again, following Taylor Swift, who was last year’s recipient. Trump’s Political Rebirth The president-elect previously earned the esteemed title in 2016 after his first election victory. Time … Read more

The United States Consulate in Lagos spokesperson, Julie McKay, has said her country would continue to deepen the connection it has with Nigeria. Julie McKay said Nigeria’s creative industry has the potential to be the nation’s biggest export if well harnessed. She stated this on Thursday in an interview with News Central. McKay disclosed that … Read more

A Coalition of Civil Society Groups has lashed out at the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL), Mallam Mele Kyari, over the $2.9 billion released for rehabilitating the 3 local refineries in Nigeria. The Coalition’s spokesperson, Otunba Olaosebikan Aremu, asked why Kyari and others in the NNPCL have … Read more

Africa faces formidable challenges in trade and imports among member countries. Challenges such as tariffs, non-tariff restrictions, inadequate infrastructure, currency fluctuations, and Customs procedures pose significant barriers to cross-border businesses on the continent. Africa’s import/export challenges African leaders have taken various measures to address these challenges, such as the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCTA), … Read more

A hardworking Nigerian lady has left social media users in awe with her incredible home transformation video. The captivating clip showcased her excellent renovation journey, transforming her abode into a breathtaking space. Lady transforms her house in viral video Amarachi Obianuo shared her creative process on TikTok, revealing the meticulous attention to detail that went … Read more

Nigerian banks have reported a whopping N42.33 billion in fraud losses in the first six months of 2024, with increases recorded in multiple channels. Data from the Financial Institutions Training Centre disclosed in its first and second quarter reports on Fraud and Forgeries that the losses revealed an alarming trend. Fraud cases in bank branches … Read more

Two days of violent clashes between farmers and cattle herders in Powushi and Kalindi villages in the Billiri local government area of Gombe state resulted in the death of two persons. According to residents in the affected communities, the attack has also led to the destruction of vital agricultural produce. A resident of the area, … Read more

Access Holdings Plc has announced that it has entered a binding agreement for the acquisition of South Africa’s Bidvest Bank. The deal was disclosed in a statement on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) signed by Sunday Ekwochi, Access Holdings’ secretary. Access Bank is expected to complete the acquisition in the second half of 2025, pending approval … Read more

The World Bank has said until Nigeria has an efficient data-gathering process the fight against corruption and transparency in governance will continue to be affected. The World Bank Country Director, Dr. Ndiamé Diop, stated this in Abuja at the AGORA Policy conversation on anti-corruption. Represented by the Senior Bank Official, Debby Isa, Diop noted that … Read more

As part of celebrations for its 2024 Community Day, the management of Dangote Cement, Plc, Ibese, in the Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State, gave 120 indigent students a check for N16,215,000 in scholarships on Wednesday. The company has also reaffirmed its dedication to enhancing the quality of life for the people who … Read more