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British government generated more than ₦40 billion from processing visas for Nigerian nationals between June 2023 and June 2024, according to Marc Owen, director of visa, status, and information services at UK Visas and Immigration. Owen disclosed this during the launch of Africa’s largest UK Visa Application Centre (VAC) in Lagos. He revealed that over […]
Continue ReadingChairman and CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has stated that Nigeria will not compel Kemi Badenoch, the newly elected leader of the UK’s Conservative Party, to identify with her Nigerian heritage. Dabiri-Erewa disclosed that NIDCOM has reached out to Badenoch once or twice without receiving any response from her. “It […]
Continue ReadingFollowing a recent ruling by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Disciplinary Board against the Libya Football Federation (LFF), tensions have heightened within Libyan media, with several platforms calling for punitive measures against Nigerian workers in the country. The CAF Disciplinary Board penalized the LFF with a $50,000 fine and awarded a 3-0 forfeit victory […]
Continue ReadingI fully anticipate that most Nigerians will figuratively call for my head after reading this headline. How could it be that a leader who has inflicted such profound and unrelenting hardship upon the populace, and who appears utterly disinclined to offer even the smallest relief, could ever be missed? (Tinubu’s wirepullers at the World Bank […]
Continue ReadingThe torment of incessantly escalating petrol prices and the consequent surge in the cost of everything have plunged Nigerians into a precipitous decline in quality of life. This dire situation is exacerbated by insensitive, almost mocking remarks from those responsible for inflicting this pain. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, aptly nicknamed “T-Pain,” recently stated from London […]
Continue ReadingLabour Party’s (LP’s) presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has asked President Bola Tinubu’s administration to come clean on the details of the newly acquired presidential jet and the old ones being sold off. Obi made the call in a post shared on his X handle on Tuesday night, August 20. Obi said: […]
Continue ReadingPresident Bola Tinubu addressed the nation on Sunday with a message of concern, responsibility, and a call for unity, at a time of heightened tension and unrest across several states in Nigeria. The wave of protests which began on August 1, marked by violence and destruction, has prompted the President to speak directly to the […]
Continue ReadingPresident Bola Tinubu has succumbed to growing calls for him to address the nation in the midst of widespread #EndBadGovernance protests that entered its third day on Saturday. In a statement released by the presidential media aide, Ajuri Ngelale, he will give the address through a broadcast on Sunday, August 4, 2024, at 7:00 am. […]
Continue ReadingA survey conducted by Nigeria’s National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has revealed that Nigerians paid a staggering N721 billion in cash bribes to public officials in 2023. The survey, themed: “Corruption in Nigeria: Patterns and Trends,” released on Thursday, July 11, revealed that over 95 percent of these bribes were in monetary form. According to […]
Continue ReadingSensational Nigerian singer, songwriter, and actress, Simisola Bolatito Kosoko (née Ogunleye) known by her stage name, Simi, is in the news for having too much fun. The singer recently went to the pool with her husband, family and friends, where she played the trending game ‘2345678’. She played the game at the pool while wearing her […]
Continue ReadingNigeria’s Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has sealed an Abuja-based Chinese supermarket located within the China General Chamber of Commerce (CGCC) in Abuja, Nigeria, following allegations of discriminatory practices against Nigerians. Officials of FCCPC shut the supermarket when they stormed the premises on Monday. The commission’s officials sealed up the place after interrogating […]
Continue ReadingOne ridiculous point some Nigerians raise any time they want to prove their supremacy over Ghana is that Ghana is the size of one state in Nigeria. And many people who don’t bother to investigate things lap it up and repeat it during discussions and debates. Many people say it is mere social media banter […]
Continue ReadingSome civil society and rights groups in Nigeria have condemned Oluwatoyin Madein, the Accountant General of the Federation (AGF); Commissioners of Finance for the 36 states of the federation and other government officials for choosing to hold a workshop in the United Kingdom at a time when the economy is experiencing a major downturn. The […]
Continue ReadingToday, Nigeria is in a place where everyone – government, opposition, and the people – should work together. It is not a time for divisive or self-servicing conversations and engagement. There is fire on the mountain in Nigeria, even though many who should know do not seem to realise it. This is why I find […]
Continue ReadingPopular Yoruba actor, Ebun Oloyede simply known as Olaiya Igwe, has tendered a public apology to Nigerians for praying and campaigning for president Bola Tinubu before the 2023 general elections. This resurgence in attention stems from the current hardship being faced by Nigerians following the economic policies of President Tinubu. Recall that during the 2023 […]
Continue ReadingPresident Bola Tinubu on Monday delivered his first New Year speech to Nigerians with a promise to fight every obstacle that impedes business competitiveness in the country. Tinubu also explained the steps his administration is taking to improve the economy and address other national challenges. See full text of his speech below: Dear Compatriots, It […]
Continue ReadingDespite the multi-dimensional challenges that faced Nigerians this year, one of the most notable trends that swept the country in 2023 was attempts by several people to challenge and break world records. It all started in January with a 17- 17-year-old pupil, Philip Solomon, who attempted to break the Guinness World record for most skips […]
Continue ReadingA Nigerian TikTok user has blamed a blackout in London on Nigerians residing in the city. According to the TikTok user, the blackout happened because there are too many Nigerians living in London. Watch the video below: @giftedprince7 ehh ♬ original sound – giftedprince
Continue ReadingNigerians have taken to social media to react to reports of the Rivers state governor, Sim Fubara, signing a peace deal with his predecessor and godfather, Nyesom Wike. Both men have been at loggerheads over the governing of the state and this has led to crisis in the state. Last night, both men had a […]
Continue ReadingThere are some words that have been wrongly named and interpreted among Nigerians for a long time. When a Nigerian uses such words outside Nigeria, it conveys a different meaning and creates confusion. Chief Who is a chief according to the English language? Please check your dictionary. In English, a chief is the head or […]
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