US Lifts 12-Year Security Restriction on Nigerian Vessels
The United States Coast Guard has lifted the 12-year Condition of Entry imposed on vessels arriving in the United States from Nigeria, the Federal Government has announced. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, disclosed this on Tuesday, describing the development as a major milestone for Nigeria’s maritime sector. The Condition of Entry, […]
Wike Predicts Easy 2027 Victory for Tinubu
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has predicted an easier victory for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election, arguing that a fragmented opposition would struggle to mount a strong challenge. Wike spoke on Monday while inspecting areas affected by flooding in the Federal Capital Territory. He said the political opposition had […]
Dangote Refinery Secures $1bn Backing Ahead of IPO
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has secured a $1 billion underwriting programme ahead of its planned Initial Public Offering. The programme, structured by Marob Strategies and Consulting DIFC Ltd and Lilium Capital Group, includes a completed and funded $600 million private placement and a further $400 million underwriting commitment for the proposed IPO. According […]
Doctor Explains Ogogo’s Stage-Four Cancer Treatment Amid Family Appeal
A doctor, Olusina Ajidahun, has explained that hospitals may move some patients with advanced cancer to palliative care after available treatments have been exhausted, following an emotional appeal by the daughters of veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo. Ajidahun, who is known as The Bearded Dr Sina on X, said the daughters’ […]
Oil Rises as US-Iran Tensions Weigh on Markets
Oil prices extended their gains on Tuesday as uncertainty over a possible US-Iran agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz continued to unsettle global markets. Both major crude benchmarks rose after gaining more than two per cent on Monday, with Brent crude trading above $91 a barrel. Investors remained concerned that prolonged tensions in the […]
Wike Orders Demolition of Houses Built on Abuja Waterways
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has ordered the immediate demolition of buildings constructed on designated waterways across Abuja following recent flooding in parts of the capital. Wike issued the directive on Tuesday after inspecting flood-affected areas in Maitama and other parts of the Federal Capital Territory. He said the demolition would begin […]
VeryDarkMan Fulfils $50,000 Promise as Young Inventor Secures China Visa
Social media activist VeryDarkMan has announced that Martician, a young Nigerian inventor he pledged to sponsor abroad, has secured a visa to study in China. The activist shared the update in a video, recalling how he discovered the talented teenager on Instagram in December and became impressed by his ability to design and build […]
Davido Reveals He Was Once Broke Despite Wealthy Background
Davido Reveals He Was Once Broke Despite Wealthy Background Nigerian singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has revealed that he experienced financial hardship during the early stages of his music career despite coming from a wealthy family. Davido made the disclosure during a recent episode of the Uncut Podcast, where […]
Beauty Tukura Reacts to Domestic Abuse Allegations Against Photographer
BBNaija star Beauty Tukura has reacted to allegations of domestic abuse against wedding photographer David Martins, following claims by his wife that she was subjected to physical, verbal and psychological abuse during their marriage. Martins’ wife alleged in a statement that she endured years of abuse and remained silent for about three years to protect […]
Nollywood Stars Rally Support for Actor Taiwo Hassan
Prominent Nollywood personalities have joined calls for medical assistance for veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, following an appeal by his daughters over his reported battle with stage-four cancer. Actor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo, in a post on X on Monday, urged the public to help the family connect with medical specialists […]
