Apple moving plants from Mexico to avoid US tariffs – Trump
President Donald Trump has announced that Apple is moving its manufacturing from Mexico to the United States. The decision is linked to the U.S. tariffs on imports from Mexico and other countries. During a meeting with U.S. governors at the White House, Trump said Apple CEO Tim Cook is planning to invest hundreds of billions […]
Zamfara Assembly to redraft bills as Gov Lawal declines assent
The Zamfara State House of Assembly has agreed to rewrite some bills that were earlier approved and sent to Governor Dauda Lawal for his signature. The decision came after the governor sent a message highlighting concerns about the bills. He asked the Assembly to make necessary changes in line with the Nigerian Constitution. The Speaker […]
Porsha Williams’ estranged Nigerian husband, Simon Guobadia detained by ICE for deportation
Simon Guobadia, the estranged husband of reality TV star Porsha Williams, has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). According to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the Nigerian businessman is being held at Stewart Detention Center in Lumpkin, Georgia. Guobadia’s detention comes as part of President Trump’s new mass deportation orders, which […]
US Judge blocks Trump govt from terminating DEI-related grants
A U.S. judge in Maryland has blocked former President Donald Trump’s administration from ending federal grants related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The ruling came after Trump signed executive orders to remove DEI programs and prevent contractors from supporting them. Judge Adam Abelson ruled that the orders likely violate the U.S. Constitution, including free […]
Customs intercept N398m cannabis sativa in Lagos
The Nigeria Customs Service, Western Marine Command, has seized a large amount of cannabis sativa worth N398 million in Lagos. According to the command’s spokesperson, Lomba Benjamin, officers intercepted 53 sacks of cannabis weighing 1,958kg. The operation took place at Ilase Sea Beach, about 200 nautical miles from the Lagos Anchorage. The Customs Area Controller, […]
Labour Forces FG To Reduce Telecom Tariff Hike By 15%
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has successfully pressured the Federal Government to reduce the recent telecom tariff increase from 50% to 35%. This decision was made after a meeting between government representatives and NLC officials at the office of the National Security Adviser on Friday, February 21, 2025. The NLC had strongly opposed the tariff […]
Naira Appreciates To ₦1,530/$ In Parallel Market
The Nigerian Naira showed mixed performance in the foreign exchange market today. It appreciated in the parallel market, trading at ₦1,530 per dollar, an improvement from ₦1,540 per dollar on Thursday. However, in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), the Naira depreciated to ₦1,502.5 per dollar, down from ₦1,496 per dollar the previous day. This […]
Labour Party Withdraws From Osun Local Government Election
The Labour Party (LP) in Osun State has pulled out of the local government election set for Saturday. The party made this announcement on Friday in Osogbo. Mr. Adebayo Bello, the LP chairman in Osun, said the decision was due to poor security arrangements by the State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC). He asked OSSIEC to […]
Lookman vs Gasperini: A close look at treatment of Nigerian footballers in Serie A
Nigerian football fans experienced a sense of déjà vu this week after Atalanta’s Champions League exit against Club Brugge. Following the 5-2 aggregate loss, Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini criticized Ademola Lookman, even though the forward played only 45 minutes of the entire tie. Atalanta went into the second leg trailing 2-1 but found themselves […]
New York City sues Trump over FEMA grant for migrants
New York City has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for taking back $80.5 million in federal aid meant to support migrant housing. The city argues that the money was legally approved and that its removal goes against Congress’ intentions. The dispute began when the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) transferred the funds to […]