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NNPC foundation offers free cataract surgery To 1,000 Bayelsans
NNPC Foundation Launches Free Cataract Screening and Surgery Program in Bayelsa State
The Nigeria National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Foundation has initiated a free cataract screening and surgery program aimed at restoring sight to over 1,000 individuals in Bayelsa … Continue Reading
How Bobrisky smuggled ATM Card & Paid N35m For VIP Service — Kirikiri Baale
Controversy Erupts Over Crossdresser Bobrisky’s Alleged VIP Treatment in Prison
Fresh allegations have surfaced following the incarceration of renowned crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, as a traditional leader in Lagos accused officials of the Nigerian Correctional Service … Continue Reading
Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden Set to Visit Nigeria in April
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Victoria Désirée of Sweden will be visiting Nigeria from April 7 to April 9, 2025. This announcement was officially made through a statement released by Kimiebi Ebienfa, … Continue Reading
$1 Can Still Buy a Meal in Nigeria Unlike In US – Tinubu’s Aide
Naira’s Local Value Defended Amid Dollar Weakness, Says President Tinubu’s Adviser
In a recent appearance on the Mic On Podcast, Dr. Tope Fasua, President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Economic Affairs, defended the naira’s local value despite its significant … Continue Reading
BREAKING:Former Oyo Governor Olunloyo dies at 90
Former Oyo State Governor Dr. Victor Olunloyo Passes Away Days Before 90th Birthday
Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo, the former governor of Oyo State, has passed away just days shy of his 90th birthday, as announced by his family … Continue Reading
JAMB Says 2025 Direct Entry registration not closing April 7
JAMB Clarifies Registration Timeline for 2025 Direct Entry Candidates
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has issued a statement to quell rumors regarding the closing date for the 2025 Direct Entry (DE) registration. Contrary to speculation that registration would … Continue Reading
Nigeria receives 1 million meningitis vaccine doses
Nigeria Receives Over a Million Meningococcal Vaccines to Tackle Outbreak
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare in Nigeria has announced the arrival of more than one million doses of the pentavalent meningococcal conjugate vaccine (Men5CV) from the Gavi-funded … Continue Reading
Tinubu appoints Ayo Sotinrin as MD Bank of Agriculture
Ayo Sotinrin Appointed Managing Director of Bank of Agriculture (BOA)
President Bola Tinubu has officially appointed Ayo Sotinrin as the new Managing Director of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA). Sotinrin’s appointment was announced on Friday, April 4, 2025, through a … Continue Reading
Top 10 Countries With the strongest currencies in Africa
The Importance of Strong Currencies in Africa’s Economic Landscape
In the quest for sustainable economic growth and enhanced global competitiveness, the stability of a nation’s currency is critical, especially for African countries. A resilient currency plays a vital role … Continue Reading
Wike denies rumours of health Collapse At Event
Nyesom Wike Debunks Rumors of Health Collapse at Event
On Thursday, Nyesom Wike, the Minister of Federal Capital Territory and former Governor of Rivers State, refuted recent social media claims suggesting he collapsed at an event the previous week. … Continue Reading