Kayode Omidiji

Togo seeks more electricity from Nigeria as demand rises

Big Story, Politics / /

  Togo has expressed interest in increasing electricity imports from Nigeria as rising energy demand continues to place pressure on its national grid. The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), Jennifer Adighije, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday following discussions with officials of Togo’s national electricity utility. The visiting delegation […]

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Lagos: Uber, Bolt, inDrive drivers begins 3 days strike

Big Story, Lifestyle / /

Drivers operating on ride-hailing platforms including Uber, Bolt, inDrive, and Lagride have begun a three-day strike in Lagos, citing poor working conditions and unsustainable fares. The action, which started on Sunday, was announced by the Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters of Nigeria, Lagos State chapter. The union said the protest is aimed at drawing attention

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CBN mobile banking restriction

CBN gives new update on instant transfers, dormant accounts

Big Story, News / /

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued new directives affecting the Bank Verification Number (BVN), instant payment services and the handling of dormant bank accounts. The directives were contained in three circulars released by the apex bank on March 12, 2026, and sent to banks, other financial institutions and payment service providers operating in

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Papa Ajasco

I have no car, no house, ‘Papa Ajasco’ actor laments financial struggles

Entertainment, Lifestyle, Metro, Video / /

Veteran Nigerian actor Abiodun Ayoyinka, widely recognised for his role in the popular sitcom Papa Ajasco, has opened up about the severe financial hardship he has endured in recent years. Speaking during an emotional interview with internet personality Lucky Udu, the actor revealed that despite the fame that came with the role, life has remained

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Arsenal Premier League title race

Arsenal close to Premier League title after defeating Everton 2-0

Sports / /

Arsenal moved a significant step closer to winning the English title after defeating Everton 2–0 in a dramatic Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday. The victory further strengthened Arsenal Premier League title race hopes as Mikel Arteta’s side maintained their commanding lead at the top of the table with another crucial three

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Nigerian student dies during plasma donation

Canada: 22-year-old Nigerian student dies during plasma donation

Lifestyle, Metro / /

Canadian health authorities have launched an investigation following the death of a 22-year-old Nigerian international student during a plasma donation procedure in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The incident, which has drawn attention to the safety of plasma donation centres in the country, is being reviewed by Health Canada after the agency received mandatory reports of fatal adverse

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UAE intercepts missiles

Six dead as UAE intercepts missiles, drones launched from Iran

Metro / /

The United Arab Emirates has confirmed that six people were killed after its air defence systems intercepted multiple missiles and drones launched from Iran, as tensions continue to escalate across the Gulf region. In a statement posted on its official X account on Saturday, the UAE Ministry of Defence said the UAE intercepts Iranian missiles

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Rick Ross dream music collaboration

Rick Ross reveals dream collaboration with Bob Marley, Fela, Burna Boy

Entertainment / /

American rapper Rick Ross has revealed his ultimate dream music collaboration, naming legendary artistes Bob Marley, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti and Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy as the musicians he would most love to work with. The Maybach Music boss made the disclosure during a recent livestream interview, where he spoke about the kind of record he

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Gospel singer Toun Soetan, composer of ‘Darling Jesus,’ dies at 73

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Veteran Nigerian gospel singer and songwriter, Toun Soetan, popularly known as Evangelist Shouet, has passed away at the age of 73, marking the end of an era in Nigeria’s gospel music ministry. News that Toun Soetan dies has sparked tributes from members of the gospel music community, many of whom described her as a gifted

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