Stanbic IBTC Launches N148.7 Billion Rights Issue at 50 Kobo Per Share

Stanbic IBTC Holdings has introduced a rights issue worth N148.7 billion to the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). This initiative involves the issuance of 2,944,772,083 ordinary shares, each priced at 50 kobo. This announcement was made during the “Facts Behind The Figures” event on January 21, 2025, hosted by Mr. Jude Chiemeka, CEO of Nigerian Exchange Limited. […]

Tinubu Assures Ogoni Leaders: Commitment to Peace, Development, and Environmental Restoration

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s dedication to ensuring peace, fostering development, and achieving environmental restoration in Ogoniland. During a meeting with Ogoni leaders at the State House in Abuja, Tinubu emphasized reconciliation and collaboration as key to addressing the longstanding challenges facing the region. Call for Unity and Reconciliation President Tinubu urged […]

COEASU Denies Allegations About President’s Visit to Imo College of Education

COEASU refutes allegations that its president criticized the chapter chairman of Benjamin Uwajumogu College of Education during a recent visit, emphasizing peace and unity within the institution. The Colleges of Education Academic Staff Union (COEASU) has debunked recent claims suggesting that its President, Dr. Smart Olugbeko, accused the Chapter Chairman of Benjamin Uwajumogu College of […]

FG Alerts Nigerians Over Anthrax Outbreak in Zamfara

ABUJA – The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has raised an alarm about an anthrax outbreak in Zamfara State. This announcement was made in an official statement by Ben Bem Goong, the Director of Information and Public Relations for the ministry. According to the statement, a confirmed case of anthrax was detected on a farm […]

Trump Revokes Ban on Immigration Arrests at Sensitive Locations

The Trump administration has reversed previous restrictions, granting U.S. immigration and border officials the authority to arrest undocumented individuals at “sensitive” locations. These include places such as schools, churches, and hospitals. This policy change overturns regulations that have been in place since 2011, which prohibited such actions to ensure sensitive areas remained safe havens for […]

When Is Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday?

Martin Luther King Jr., one of the most celebrated figures in American history, is honored every year with a federal holiday. But when exactly is his birthday, and what does this day symbolize? Let’s take a closer look. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday: January 15 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was born on January 15, […]

Freeze Warming – The Paradox of Climate Change

Discover the paradox of freeze warming—how global warming contributes to extreme cold weather. Learn about its causes, impacts, and what we can do to combat climate change. Imagine stepping outside on a winter morning and feeling a colder chill than you’ve felt in years. The irony? Global warming could be behind it. This phenomenon, often […]

FG Approves License for 10,000 Barrels Per Day Refinery in Delta State

Learn about the Federal Government’s recent approval of a 10,000 barrels per day refinery in Delta State by MRO Energy Limited, adding to Nigeria’s refining capacity. The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved a new milestone in the nation’s energy sector by granting a license for the construction of a refinery in Delta State. The […]

NNPC Uncovers 55 Illegal Refineries in One Week, Lists Crude Oil Theft Hotspots

The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has intensified efforts to combat crude oil theft, uncovering 55 illegal refineries and 29 illegal pipeline connections within a single week across the Niger Delta region. This significant breakthrough was highlighted in a video documentary shared on the company’s official YouTube channel. Key Findings: Oil Theft in the […]

Ex-Convict Granted State Pardon Re-Arrested for Alleged TV Theft in Osun

An ex-convict, Omisakin Sunday, recently pardoned by Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State, has been remanded in correctional custody for allegedly stealing a plasma television worth ₦600,000. Governor Adeleke had granted clemency to 53 convicts, including Omisakin, towards the end of last year. The pardon was part of the governor’s efforts to reform the correctional […]

Trump Removes Linda Fagan, First Female Head of a US Military Service

President Trump has removed Admiral Linda Fagan, the first woman to lead a US military service, citing leadership deficiencies. Explore the details behind this decision and its implications for the Coast Guard. In a controversial move, President Donald Trump has dismissed Admiral Linda Fagan, the first woman to lead one of the six branches of […]

Strategic Allocation of Resources: Uzoka-Anite Outlines Goals for Nigeria’s 2025 Budget

Discover how Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Finance plans to strategically allocate resources through the 2025 budget, focusing on economic growth, infrastructure, and fiscal sustainability under Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite’s leadership. The Federal Ministry of Finance has vowed to ensure prudent resource allocation and effective financial management to drive national growth and prosperity. Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, the […]

Wike and Fubara Meet Tinubu at Presidential Villa Amid Smiles and Speculations

Nyesom Wike and Siminalayi Fubara meet President Tinubu alongside Ogoni leaders at the Presidential Villa. Focus on Niger Delta cleanup, unity, and reconciliation. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu held a significant closed-door meeting on Tuesday with key political figures, including the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, and […]