Uber contributed an estimated N34 billion to Nigeria’s economy in 2023. A recent report by research firm Public First, titled the Uber Nigeria Economic Impact Report, revealed that ride-hailing company Uber contributed an estimated N34 billion to Nigeria’s economy in…
Nigeria-China Trade Soars to $15.48 Billion in Seven Months Join our WhatsApp group Trade between Nigeria and China has reached unprecedented levels, hitting a remarkable $15.48 billion between January and July 2025. This figure represents a robust 34.7% year-over-year increase,…
UNGA80: Nigeria Intensifies Push for Permanent UN Security Council Seat. Join our WhatsApp group Nigeria is set to intensify its long-standing campaign for a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) at the 80th session of the United…
NDLEA Nabs Brazilian Returnee, Physically Challenged Dealer The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has made several arrests and seizures in a nationwide crackdown on drug trafficking, with a particular focus on the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos.…
Nigerian Banks Face Urgent Call to Action as Cybercrime Costs Soar Nigerian banks are at a critical juncture, facing a stark choice: invest heavily in cybersecurity or risk losing the war against a rapidly evolving digital enemy. According to a…
Victory for Nigerian Travelers: Kenya Airways Pays NCAA Fine Over Passenger Mistreatment In a major win for consumer protection, Kenya Airways has paid the sanction imposed by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) following a high-profile incident involving a Nigerian…
Google’s Latest Move: Free AI Access and Connectivity Boost for African Students In a significant stride towards accelerating Africa’s digital transformation, Google has announced a major new initiative: free one-year subscriptions to its AI Pro plan for college students in…
Lagos Halts All Reclamation Projects to Combat Environmental Risks. Join our WhatsApp group The Lagos State Government has taken a decisive step to protect its fragile ecosystem by ordering the immediate suspension of all land reclamation projects. Citing grave concerns…
EFCC: How Internet Fraud Worsens Visa Restrictions for Nigerians: A Deep Dive The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has pointed a stern finger at internet fraudsters and money launderers, holding them responsible for the increasingly strict visa restrictions and…
Niger State Governor Pledges N5 Billion to Revive Aviation Mini-Campus in Minna Join our WhatsApp community In a significant move to bolster aviation and economic development, the Niger State Government has announced a N5 billion seed funding pledge for the…
Breaking: Federal Government Suspends Controversial 4% FOB Levy on Imported Goods In a major relief for importers and businesses, the Federal Government has announced the immediate suspension of the contentious 4% Free on Board (FOB) levy on imported goods. The…
A Capital Crisis: Abuja Hospitals Discharge Patients as Doctors Launch Indefinite Strike. A humanitarian crisis is unfolding in the heart of Nigeria as public hospitals in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have begun discharging patients. The action follows the commencement…
Operation Accord III: Nigerian Troops Neutralize Notorious Bandit Commander Babangida Kachala in Kogi State In a significant blow to criminal networks in Kogi State, Nigerian troops have successfully killed the dreaded bandit commander Babangida Kachala. The decisive operation, a testament…
A Governor’s Prayer: Utah’s Spencer Cox and the Aftermath of Political Violence Utah Governor Spencer Cox has drawn a wave of criticism after his recent comments regarding the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. During a press conference on Friday,…
The Case for a Naira-Pegged Stablecoin: A New Chapter for Nigeria’s Digital Economy Nigeria’s journey with digital assets has been a dynamic one, marked by early ambition with the eNaira and a subsequent shift in policy and approach. While the…