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Nigeria’s Oil Output Exceeds 1.5 Million BPD in January, Says OPEC
Nigeria’s Crude Oil Production Rises, But Challenges Loom for 2025 Goals
According to the latest Monthly Oil Market Report (MOMR) from the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), Nigeria achieved a modest increase in its crude oil production,… Continue Reading
Tech Treat 2025: The Tech Upsurge to Ignite Africa’s Digital Future
Port Harcourt, Nigeria – Explore Africa Foundation is thrilled to announce Tech Treat 2025: The Tech Upsurge, a landmark event poised to galvanize Africa’s tech and entrepreneurship ecosystem. Scheduled for February 19, 2025, in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, this premier gathering … Continue Reading
pastor calls for ban on Valentine’s Day in Nigeria
Cleric Calls for Valentine’s Day Ban in Nigeria, Citing Immorality
Lagos, Nigeria – Bishop Charles Ighele, the General Superintendent of the Holy Spirit Mission in Ikeja, Lagos State, has ignited a debate by calling for a ban on Valentine’s Day … Continue Reading
FG Takes Over Keystone Bank: Reasons And What It Means For Customers’ Money
FG Takes Over Keystone Bank: What Led to the Government’s Move and What It Means for Customers and Nigeria’s Banking Sector
The Federal Government (FG) has officially taken over Keystone Bank, raising concerns among Nigerians about the reason behind … Continue Reading
EFCC arraigns man for Rejecting Naira as legal tender
EFCC Arraigns Precious Uzondu for Allegedly Rejecting Naira as Legal Tender
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Lagos has brought charges against Precious Uzondu for allegedly refusing to accept the Nigerian Naira as legal tender. This … Continue Reading
Kenneth Okonkwo Dumps Labour Party, Calls It ‘Non-Existent’ Amid Leadership Crisis
Actor-turned-politician Kenneth Okonkwo quits Labour Party, citing leadership crisis, internal conflicts, and failure to uphold good governance
Veteran Nollywood actor and former spokesperson of the Labour Party (LP) presidential campaign, Kenneth Okonkwo, has resigned from the party, citing internal … Continue Reading
JUST IN: NUC Hikes Private University Application Fee From N5m To N25m
NUC Increases Private University Application Fee to N25m, Imposes One-Year Moratorium on New Approvals to Strengthen Standards
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has significantly increased the application and processing fees for establishing private universities in Nigeria, raising concerns among prospective … Continue Reading
AFCON 2025: Nigeria‘s U20 Team Begins Preparation For Egypt
Nigeria’s U20 football team, known as the Flying Eagles, has commenced training camp in Abuja in preparation for two crucial friendly matches against Egypt. These encounters are scheduled for February 25 and February 27 in Cairo, marking a significant step … Continue Reading
MTN Increases data prices To implement approved 50% Tariff hike
MTN Nigeria Adjusts Data Prices Following NCC’s 50% Tariff Increase Approval
MTN Nigeria has announced new pricing for its data subscriptions, becoming one of the first telecommunications operators in the country to implement the recently approved 50% price hike by … Continue Reading
JUST IN: CBN To Increase ATM Withdrawal Charges From March 1—See New Rates
CBN Increases ATM Withdrawal Charges from March 1—Higher Fees Expected at Malls, Airports, and Other Off-Site Locations
Nigerians will pay more for ATM withdrawals starting March 1, 2025, as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced new transaction … Continue Reading