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Peter Obi has described the repeated collapse of Nigeria’s national grid as a “national shame” and a glaring failure of leadership, expressing concern over the country’s power infrastructure. In a statement released on social media on October 15, 2024, Obi highlighted the negative impact of the persistent power failures on …

The tragic incident of Ganiyu Ibrahim stabbing his cousin, Afeez Akeem, to death in Lagos State is a painful reminder of the devastating consequences of unchecked anger. The altercation, which occurred on Monday, October 14, 2024, resulted in the loss of a young life and leaves the family and community …

The naira has appreciated in value, reaching N1,680 per dollar in the parallel market and N1,552.92 per dollar in the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM). This positive development has brought a sense of hope to Nigerians, who have been facing economic hardship and discomfort. However, the journey to economic …

The Nigerian government is set to impose a 25 percent personal income tax on individuals earning over N100 million per month, according to Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee. This reform aims to ensure that wealthy Nigerians contribute their fair share to national revenue …

Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has stated that while his government acknowledges the United States’ perspective, Israel’s response to Iran’s missile strike will be determined by its own national interests. This comes after the US cautioned Israel against retaliating by targeting Iran’s nuclear or oil facilities to avoid further regional …

The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPCL, Mele Kyari, has taken to social media to pay tribute to his late daughter, Fatima, who passed away on Friday. In a poignant post, Kyari expressed his gratitude to God for the time they had with Fatima, despite her physical challenges. “My daughter …

The death of four workers in a recent fire at a lounge and bar in Lagos State is a painful reminder of the importance of safety and caution. The fire, which occurred on October 13, 2024, at around 7:45 a.m., gutted the entire building, leaving nothing but ashes and tragedy …

The death of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) attached to the Agbarho police division in Delta State is a painful loss, but also a testament to his courage and dedication to serving and protecting the community.  The DPO was killed during a rescue operation in the early hours of Monday, …

The price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, has surged to N1,500 per kilogram in retail outlets across Ogun, Lagos, and Abuja. This sharp increase, observed on Sunday, October 14, is creating further economic pressure on Nigerian households and businesses, especially restaurants that rely heavily on …

A 26-year-old British influencer tragically fell to his death while attempting to climb Spain’s tallest bridge, Puente de Castilla-La Mancha, on Sunday, October 13. The influencer, who has not yet been named, fell from a height of 40 to 50 meters, though the bridge itself stands at 192 meters. Local …

A sudden and terrifying building collapse occurred at Amusu Street in the Orile Iganmu area of Lagos State, as seen in a trending video. The video shows the building coming down, causing residents in the area to run for their lives. Fortunately, no lives were lost in the incident, according …

A tragic accident claimed the lives of a couple and another man on Sunday, October 13, 2024, along the Sagamu-Ogijo road in Ogun State. The incident, involving a Foton truck, a space wagon car, and a Bajaj motorcycle, was attributed to the recklessness of the truck driver, who lost control …

Popular Nigerian singer and comedian Nasboi has publicly condemned the administration of President Bola Tinubu, expressing frustration over the rising cost of living in the country. In a recent social media post, Nasboi questioned how ordinary citizens are managing to survive amidst the economic challenges. He stated, “How do people …

A public exchange between Senator Shehu Sani and Hadiza El-Rufai, former Kaduna First Lady, occurred on X (formerly Twitter).  The dispute began when El-Rufai corrected Senator Sani’s English in a post about President Tinubu’s travels and their impact on the economy.  Senator Sani had written, “New law of economics: When …

The United Nations peacekeeping force in Lebanon has expressed deep concern over the ongoing clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah militants, warning that the situation could spiral into a regional conflict with devastating consequences. As tensions continue to escalate, UNIFIL spokesman Andrea Tenenti emphasized the potential “catastrophic impact for everyone” …