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Police Clarify Stance on Bobrisky and Crossdressers in Nigeria
The Nigeria Police Force has provided clarification regarding the arrest of individuals engaged in crossdressing, stating that current Nigerian laws do not prohibit crossdressing itself.
The Police spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi emphasized that crossdressers like Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky… Continue Reading
Japan to Welcome 820,000 Foreign Workers Amidst Shortage Crisis
In a move aimed at addressing Japan’s pressing labor shortage, the Japanese government has expanded its foreign skilled worker visa program, welcoming professionals from additional industries.
The cabinet’s decision, marking the first expansion since the program’s inception in 2019, … Continue Reading
MTN Nigeria Partners With AMVCA To Elevate Short Film Excellence In 10th Edition
MTN Nigeria has partnered with the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) in celebration of its 10th anniversary.
The AMVCA is one of the most anticipated award ceremonies in Nigeria and this year’s event is scheduled to take place on … Continue Reading
Nigeria’s Revenue Soars to N2.33 Trillion in Q4 2023
Nigeria’s economic landscape witnessed a significant upswing in the fourth quarter of 2023, with the country recording a remarkable total revenue of N2.33 trillion from Company Income Tax (CIT) and Value Added Tax (VAT). The National Bureau of Statistics (… Continue Reading
Ukraine Donates 25,000 Tonnes of Wheat to Combat Hunger in Nigeria
In response to the escalating crisis of inflation and hunger in Nigeria, Ukraine has stepped up with a donation of 25,000 tonnes of wheat to the Nigerian government.
The donated wheat serves as emergency food assistance to assist 1.3 million … Continue Reading
Today FX Rates: Naira Appreciates to ₦1,500.349 Per Dollar Following Crackdown on BDC Operators
The naira has registered a sharp move against the dollar in the exchange market. The naira to dollar rate has been in fluctuation since the beginning of 2024.
Today, February 25, 2024, it is exchanging 1 US Dollar for 1,500.349 … Continue Reading
Nigerian Government Secures $30 Billion in Foreign Investments in Eight Months
The Federal Government has announced securing investment commitments totaling $30 billion from foreign investors within a span of eight months.
This revelation came from the Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, … Continue Reading
President Tinubu responds to Allegations by Atiku, Assures Nation of Control
In response to recent allegation made by Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration issued a statement refuting the claims.
Atiku had alleged that President Tinubu was indifferent to pressing security and economic challenges.
Atiku Abubakar made the allegations … Continue Reading
Nigeria and Morocco Accelerate $25 Billion Gas Pipeline Dreams
In a significant stride towards realizing the $25 billion Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline project, the Federal Government has heightened discussions with the Kingdom of Morocco.
The talks, held on Wednesday, brought together the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe … Continue Reading
Shell to Divest Nigerian Onshore Oil Assets in $1.3 Billion Deal
Shell Plc has officially announced an agreement to sell its onshore oil assets in Nigeria to a local consortium for a sum exceeding $1.3 billion, pending government approval.
Zoe Yujnovich, Shell’s Integrated Gas and Upstream Director, confirmed the deal’s significance … Continue Reading