South Africa Eases Visa Rules for Nigerian Tourists and Business people
South Africa has taken a significant step to strengthen ties with Nigeria by simplifying its visa rules for Nigerian travelers. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced on December 3, during the 11th session of the Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC) in Cape Town, that Nigerian tourists no longer need to submit their passports when applying for visas. […]
Alex Consani Wins Model of the Year at British Fashion Awards, Beating Five Shortlisted Women
At the recent British Fashion Awards in London, Alex Consani made history by being crowned Model of the Year. The 21-year-old transgender model won the prestigious title, beating out five other women who were also nominated for the award. Alex, who stands at 6 feet tall and is known for her bleached hair and eyebrows, […]
Ebonyi Governor Nwifuru Imposes Suspension on Another Commissioner
In another development, Governor Nwifuru has come under fire from the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) after he threatened to dismiss striking workers. This follows disagreements over the implementation of the ₦70,000 minimum wage. During a press briefing, the Governor warned that salaries would be withheld from workers who were on strike and that replacements would […]
Police Raid Gun-Making Factory in Akwa Ibom
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has dismantled a secret gun-making factory allegedly operated by a family involved in manufacturing and selling illegal firearms. This discovery was announced by the Commissioner of Police, Joseph O. Eribo, during a press briefing in Uyo. Acting on reliable intelligence, police officers raided the facility and arrested one suspect, […]
Senate Approves Oluyede as Chief of Army Staff
The Nigerian Senate has officially confirmed the appointment of Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede as the Chief of Army Staff (COAS). The decision was made during the Senate’s plenary session on Tuesday, November 3, following a detailed review by the Committee on Army. Senator Abdulaziz Yar’adua, the Chairman of the Committee, presented the screening report to the […]
Jose Mourinho Praises David Okereke as the Only Player to Score Against All His Teams
Nigerian forward David Okereke has earned a place in football history by becoming the first player to score against all three teams coached by Jose Mourinho. The milestone came during Gaziantep’s Super Lig match against Fenerbahce at the Ulker Stadium Sukru Saracoglu. Despite Gaziantep suffering a 3-1 defeat, Okereke’s first-half equalizer was a highlight of […]
Nigeria Seeks South Africa’s Support for G20 and BRICS Membership Ambitions
Nigeria is looking to expand its influence on the global stage by seeking South Africa’s support for its bid to become a full member of the G20 and BRICS. The request was made by Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Amb. Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, at the closing of the 11th Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC) […]
Vietnamese Tycoon Races to Raise $9 Billion to Escape Execution for Orchestrating World’s Largest Bank Fraud
Truong My Lan, a 68-year-old Vietnamese property tycoon, is facing execution after being convicted for masterminding the world’s biggest bank fraud. She was sentenced to death for embezzling billions of dollars through her secret control of Saigon Commercial Bank. However, she has one chance to avoid execution: raise $9 billion. The court found that Truong […]
Tax Reform Bills to Ease Burden of Multiple Levies on Nigerian Investors — Presidency
The Nigerian government has strongly defended its controversial tax reform bills, aiming to set the record straight in response to claims that the reforms would unfairly benefit Lagos and Rivers states. Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, took to the public stage to address the confusion and misinformation surrounding […]
President Tinubu Names New Aide for Grassroots Sports Development
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Adeboye Adeyinka, better known as Zulu, as his Senior Special Assistant on Grassroots Sports Development. Zulu is an experienced sports administrator who has worked in various sports roles, including as Special Assistant to the former Minister of Sports, Senator John Enoh. He has also supported four different Governors of Lagos […]