February 14, 2025
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Business
By Emmanuel Kwada In a concerning trend that has left many Nigerians reeling, tariffs across various sectors have seen significant increases, exacerbating the financial strain on households and businesses alike. Citizens are awakening to a harsh reality as a series of tariff increases hit essential services, from telecommunications to banking and importation. The latest Continue Reading
Education
Key Points: Nok University’s background EFCC investigation Final forfeiture FG takeover By Emmanuel Kwada President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the Federal Government to take over Nok University, Kachia, Kaduna State, and transform it into a Federal University of Applied Sciences. This move comes after a Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the final forfeiture […]Continue Reading
Sports
By Emmanuel Kwada In a thrilling culmination to the 2024-25 NFL season, the Philadelphia Eagles soared to victory in a lopsided Super Bowl LIX rematch against the Kansas City Chiefs, held on a electrifying Sunday night in New Orleans. The Eagles’ triumphant win, with a score of 40-22, not only shattered the Chiefs’ hopes of […]Continue Reading
Banking Business
By Emmanuel Kwada The Nigerian economy has witnessed a significant surge in Point of Sales (PoS) transactions in 2024, with the total value of transactions reaching an all-time high of N18 trillion. This represents a 69% increase compared to the N10.7 trillion recorded in 2023. The data, obtained from the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS), […]Continue Reading
Entertainment
By Emmanuel Kwada The 2025 Grammy Awards were a resounding celebration of musical talent, spotlighting artists from around the globe. Among a total of 845 nominees spanning 86 categories, Nigeria emerged as a significant player, with eight nominations in various categories, though only one coveted Grammy was secured. This year, Nigeria’s musical prowess was Continue Reading
Sports
By Emmanuel Kwada The lineup for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is now finalized, with Mozambique securing the last spot after a thrilling 2-1 victory over Guinea-Bissau. The tournament is set to kick off in December, hosted by Morocco, which automatically qualifies as the host nation. The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) […]Continue Reading
Business
By Emmanuel Kwada In a significant move, Swiss cement and building materials manufacturer Holcim has announced its exit from Nigeria after 65 years of operation. The company has signed an agreement to sell its 83.8% stake in Lafarge Africa Plc to China’s Huaxin Cement for $1 billion. Holcim’s decision to exit Nigeria is driven by […]Continue Reading
Sports
By Emmanuel Kwada In an exciting announcement today, Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman has been nominated for the prestigious 2024 Globe Soccer Awards in the category of Best Men’s Player. The former Leicester City star, who currently shines for Atalanta in Serie A, has distinguished himself alongside world-renowned footballers including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Erling Continue Reading