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  Now armed with the CTC of the Supreme Court judgment, there’s little to nothing that enemies of Labour Party can do now. BREAKING: NLC president Ajaero mobilises NLC members to take over LP offices nationwide https://x.com/nigeriastories/status/1909705438397882475?s=46&t=2AB_wrBea-oBYJf5ZCFV-A Re: NLC President Mobilizes Members To Takeover LP Secretariats Nationwide

  Galatasaray are ready to table a record-breaking offer in a bid to secure Victor Osimhen on a permanent deal. Osimhen joined the Turkish giants on loan from Napoli following the collapse of a proposed move to Chelsea. Since arriving at the club, the Super Eagles striker has scored 28 times in 32 appearances across all competitions. Osimhen has also quickly become a huge fan favourite, as he leads Galatasaray’s bid to retain the Turkish Super Lig title and win the domestic cup. Now, the club’s top brass are determined to keep him in Istanbul beyond the summer window. However, Galatasaray will have to fight off interest from top European sides like Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea and even Saudi Arabia. According to Spanish outlet AS as per Cumhuriyet, the Istanbul giants are ready to offer Napoli a staggering €70million transfer fee and hand Osimhen a three-year contract worth €15million net per season, plus performance-related bonuses. The proposed salary package will ...

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  Miss Isioma Nwosu, the overall best student of Lagos State University (LASU) for the 2023/2024 academic session, says she thought she had failed in life when she could not secure admission to study medicine and surgery . Nwosu, who graduated with a cumulative grade point average of 4.93 from the department of biochemistry , made this known in her valedictory speech at the 28th convocation ceremony of LAS[/b]U. LASU awarded diplomas, degrees and certificates at the event which took place at its main campus in Ojo. [b]Nwosu said that she had never heard of biochemistry until LASU offered her admission to the course . “In 2019, after graduating as the valedictorian of my secondary school, I faced a setback and had to re-write UTME. “A valedictorian writing UTME again? It was a bitter pill to swallow. My dream was to study medicine and surgery at the University of Ibadan . “I fell just two points below the cut-off mark. The news of my repeat spread like a wildfire in my secondary...

  The Central Bank of Nigeria (@cenbank ) has announced a Balance of Payments (BOP) surplus of $6.83 billion for the 2024 financial year, marking a decisive turnaround from deficits of $3.34 billion in 2023 and $3.32 billion in 2022. This improvement reflects the impact of wide-ranging macroeconomic reforms, stronger trade performance, and renewed investor confidence in Nigeria’s economy. https://x.com/DOlusegun/status/1909954260889985447?t=VZIMpLKh_N9fzEMZbUiHWA&s=19 Re: CBN Announces $6.83 Billion Surplus For 2024 Financial Year

  A Labour Party (LP) delegation led by Abia state governor, Alex Otti on Wednesday met with the leadership of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to discuss recent developments within the party, Times of Nigeria reports. The delegation included the Presidential candidate of the Party in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, Acting National Chairman Senator Nenadi Usman, Governorship candidate of the party in the last governorship election in Edo state, Olumide Akpata, National Assembly members among others. A statement on the INEC X-handle said the visit was to enable the delegation discuss key developments within the party since the judgement of the Supreme Court which sacked the Julius Abure led National Executive Committee. It said that during the visit, Governor Otti presented a Certified True Copy of the Supreme Court judgment concerning the party’s leadership to the commission. The governor said the meeting was aimed at fostering clarity, mutu...

  Applying for a Canadian visa can be a rigorous process, and many hopeful applicants often face rejection for reasons they may not fully understand. While Canada welcomes immigrants, students, and tourists from around the world, its immigration officers are tasked with ensuring that only qualified and genuine applicants are granted entry. From financial capability to travel history and documentation accuracy, several factors can affect the outcome of your visa application. In this article, we’ll explore seven common reasons Canadian visa applications get rejected, helping you avoid these pitfalls and better prepare for a successful application. 1. Proof of Finances and Source of Funds To solidify your chances of visa approval to Canada, your inflow and outflow of cash would have to clearly prove that you’re financially capable of supporting your trip or stay in Canada. Your source of funds should also be crystal clear and legal. 2. Limited job opportunities in your h...

  The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, says the Federal Government will launch an e-visa system and digital landing/exit cards to enhance national security. He disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja when he received a delegation led by the Minister of Interior, Mr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. According to Keyamo, the e-visa system will enable applicants to submit visa requests online and upload required documents electronically. He added that the manual landing and exit cards would be digitalised, requiring visitors to pre-fill their information before travelling to Nigeria. “What we are doing here today reflects this government’s commitment to cooperation between ministries with overlapping mandates. “Today is another example of inter-ministerial collaboration. This specifically concerns the introduction of the e-visa system,” he said. He said further details would be given by Tunji-Ojo and that relevant agencies such as Immigration, NCAA, and FAAN w...

  Alhaji Aliko Dangote (GCON) Aliko Dangote was born in the northern Nigerian state of Kano on April 10, 1957 into a wealthy Hausa-Muslim family. His mother Mariya Sanusi Dantata was the granddaughter of legendary businessman Alhassan Dantata, and his father Mohammed Dangote was Dantata’s business associate. Dangote had an early interest in business “I can remember when I was in primary school, I would go and buy cartons of sweets and I would start selling them just to make money. I was so interested in business, even at that time.” He attended the Al Azhar University in Cairo, Egypt (the oldest university in the world) studying business studies, before working for his uncle Abdulkadir Sanusi Dantata who eventually gave him a business loan of $3000 at the age of 21. Dangote Group Dangote started trading commodities and building materials in Kano in 1977. He moved to Lagos that summer and, encouraged by the success of his business ventures so far, incorporated two comp...

  A shocking scene unfolded at a clinic when a pregnant woman found her baby daddy walking in with another pregnant woman—who, according to reports, is also carrying his child. The confrontation quickly turned into a public outburst as the first woman, visibly enraged and heartbroken, began shouting at the man right inside the clinic. According to eyewitnesses, she wasn’t just angry about the betrayal—she was also furious because the man and his mother currently live in her house. In the viral footage making rounds online, the betrayed woman can be heard lashing out at both the man and the second woman, expressing her disbelief and hurt. Patients and staff watched in shock as she demanded answers, accusing him of playing her while comfortably living under her roof. The drama has since sparked massive reactions on social media, with many calling out the man for his two-timing ways and others praising the woman for confronting him publicly. https://www.youtube.com/...

  The naira depreciated by 2.4 per cent and 2.6 per cent in March at both the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market window and the parallel market compared to the previous month. According to the latest Afrinvest Monthly Market Report titled ‘Analysing Global and Nigerian Economies & Financial Markets’, the naira dropped to N1,536.82/$ and N1,530.00/1.00 at the NAFEM window and parallel market, respectively. AIICO Capital, in its monthly macroeconomic market report in March, also confirmed that the naira came under a lot of demand pressure despite interventions by the Central Bank of Nigeria to the tune of $668.8m. “The naira experienced significant depreciation in March 2025 due to persistent demand pressure in the (Nigerian) foreign exchange market. “Despite the Central Bank of Nigeria intervening with substantial dollar sales totalling $668.8m, the naira weakened by 2.97 per cent m/m, closing at N1,536.82/$ from N1,492.49/$ at the start of the month,” st...

The company operates 3,558 centres across 158 countries, processing approximately 100,000 visa applications daily. If you've ever applied for a visa, chances are you've interacted with VFS Global, the world's largest visa and passport services provider. At the helm of this colossal enterprise is Zubin Karkaria, a visionary entrepreneur who transformed the cumbersome visa application process into a streamlined global operation.​ In the 1990s, while working with the Swiss travel company Kuoni in India, Karkaria observed significant inefficiencies in the visa application process. Applicants endured long waits at embassies, often travelling across cities and queuing overnight to submit their documents. Embassy staff were equally overwhelmed with administrative tasks, leading to delays and frustration on both sides. ​ This birthed VFS Global. Mr Karkaria was determined to find a way to make the process more efficient and systematic. So he approached the US embassy i...

  By Guardian Nigeria The Federal Government has marked 700 properties for demolition for the Lagos-Calabar Highway project . Lagos State Controller of Works, Mrs Olukorede Kesha , disclosed this at a stakeholders’ meeting on the ongoing Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project. According to her, the number was significantly lower than initial estimates. “ Instead of having to demolish about 1,500 houses, we took the most economical route. Now we are left with less than 700 houses to be demolished, ” she said. She lauded the pace and planning of the project, stating that Section 1 of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, which is 47 plus 400 kilometres, was awarded some time ago. Addressing concerns over alignment and property demolition, Kesha said a lot of people complained about set alignments, but they are not duty-bound to follow any alignment. “It was set aside when somebody else was to do it, but now that it’s the Federal Government, we have to look at the most feasible, ...

  The United States imported $643.1m worth of goods from Nigeria in the first two months of 2025, just a month before the implementation of new tariffs by the Trump administration, The PUNCH reports. The tariffs, which take effect on April 9, 2025, have raised concerns about their potential impact on Nigeria’s trade. However, oil and minerals are exempted from the new tariff regime, offering some relief to Nigeria’s major export sectors. Data from the United States International Trade Commission revealed that Nigeria’s imports on a customs basis for February 2025 stood at $286.3m, a sharp decline from the $423.6m recorded in the same month of 2024. This marked a reduction of 32.4 per cent. On a year-to-date basis, customs-based imports fell from $951.6m in 2024 to $643.1m in 2025, representing a decrease of 32.4 per cent. On a Cost, Insurance, and Freight basis, Nigeria’s imports for February 2025 stood at $298.4m, compared to $436.3m in February 2024, marking a decline ...

  President Tinubu Celebrates The Man Who Changed The Face Of Real Estate President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Aare Adetola Olaniyi Emmanuel-King, Chairman and CEO of Adron Homes, as he marks his 50th birthday. In a statement from the Presidency, Tinubu praised the real estate mogul for his contributions to affordable housing in Nigeria, citing his work as vital to bridging the country’s housing deficit. With over 62 estates and a 3,000-strong workforce, Emmanuel-King is credited with reshaping Nigeria’s real estate landscape. His journey—sparked by a vision during a hospital stay—has grown into a multi-billion-naira enterprise focused on accessible housing for all. Marking his 50th in humility, the Adron boss has opted for philanthropy over fanfare, pledging to commission 50 impactful community projects nationwide. Industry leaders like REDAN President Prince Akintoye Adeoye hailed him as a visionary, while the Epe Local Government Chairman applauded his gra...

  Nigeria and Sweden have declared their firm resolve to deepen bilateral relations through trade, sustainable development, gender equality, and cultural exchange, Times of Nigeria reports. This was the outcome of a meeting between the Vice President of Nigeria, Kashim Shettima and Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. To this effect, Vice President Shettima said Nigeria will continue to be a dependable ally of Sweden in all seasons, noting that both countries are poised for a partnership “anchored in innovation, powered by people, and guided by our shared determination to uplift communities and secure prosperity for generations to come.” Crown Princess Victoria is on a three-day official visit to Nigeria as part of the bid to enhance diplomatic and economic relations between Sweden and Nigeria. Describing the Crown Princess’s visit to Nigeria as opening doors to deeper institutional relations and greater cultural exchange between both ...

  A Nigerian Nurse and midwife has advised pregnant women and expectant mothers to keep their vaginal region clean and neatly shaved ahead of child's delivery. She said, "As soon as soon as you enter the last days of your pregnancy, ensure to keep the racing field clean". According to her, shaving will help prevent from tears because that area will be easy to guide. https://www.facebook.com/100064596133105/posts/pfbid0Ne9VVhJGf1GrNNrcfiu1KZr9bVCEErt61yktmxtChcZdk87tzSvADpRQQH2QLQFTl/?app=fbl Re: Shave Your Vagina Area Before Labour Starts - Midwife Advises Pregnant Women

  The largest banks in Africa excel in cross-border operations and lead the way in adopting and adapting to new technologies. Their strong financial foundations and extensive global networks ensure they remain key players in Africa’s Top 100 Banks 2024. South Africa’s Standard Bank Group has consistently retained its position as Africa’s top bank, with the National Bank of Egypt holding firmly to second place for the fourth consecutive year. Standard Bank also leads in profitability, reporting a net profit of $2.7 billion—an 18% increase from the previous year. While the gap between the two frontrunners has narrowed slightly, Standard Bank still maintains a commanding lead with Tier 1 capital of $12.5 billion, more than two-thirds higher than the National Bank of Egypt’s $7.5 billion, according to African Business Magazine. Morocco’s Attijariwafa Bank has made significant gains, rising three places to third position after boosting its Tier 1 capital by 12% to reach $...

  The Nigerian Police Force has declared a 38-year-old Lagos-based businesswoman, Oyedele Oyebola Adewunmi wanted for money laundering and fraud to the tune of over $268,625.00 USD (Two Hundred and Sixty-Eight Thousand, Six Hundred and Twenty-Five Dollars). A wanted notice sighted by our correspondent was issued through the Office of the Assistant Inspector General of Police, Interpol, and the Head of the National Central Bureau (NCB) in Abuja. The warrant for her arrest was, according to the publication, authorized by the Magistrate Court of Lagos following allegations of serious criminal offenses. Adewunmi, who is accused of conspiracy, obtaining money under false pretenses, misappropriation, cheating, and money laundering, allegedly misled investors by convincing them to invest in a fraudulent scheme in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The fraudulent activities involved the transfer of over $268,625.00 USD (Two Hundred and Sixty-Eight Thousand, Six Hundred and Twen...

  The challenges facing the implementation of the Supreme Court judgment on local government autonomy have assumed a new dimension, with some state governors explicitly warning their council chairmen against opening an account with the Central Bank of Nigeria for the direct payment of their allocations from the Federation Account. The latest development represents yet another significant hurdle, nearly nine months after the Supreme Court granted full autonomy to the 774 local governments across the country, paving the way for direct payment of federal allocations. As part of the Federal Government’s commitment to the Supreme Court judgment, a panel was set up to ensure the implementation of LG autonomy. In line with its recommendation, the panel directed the Central Bank of Nigeria to open accounts for the 774 LGs for direct payment of their allocation. This process has, however, faced delays with the CBN and LGs trading accusations. The immediate-past Account-General...

  Two Nigerians, Texan jailed in $4.9m U.S. tax refund fraud scheme Two Nigerian nationals and a Texan have been sentenced to federal prison for their involvement in a multi-million dollar tax refund fraud scheme that exploited stolen identities and laundered proceeds through both U.S. and foreign financial institutions. Acting U.S. Attorney Abe McGlothin, Jr. announced the sentencing of Imafedia Adevokhai, 47, of Alpharetta, Georgia; Osazuwa Peter Okunoghae, 46, of Houston, Texas; and Michael Martin, 52, of Texarkana, Texas, following their guilty pleas in connection with the conspiracy. Adevokhai, a Nigerian national, pleaded guilty to money laundering on February 15, 2023, and was sentenced on April 2, 2025, to 46 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Robert W. Schroeder, III. He was also ordered to pay $90,380.60 in restitution and $3,500 in forfeiture. Okunoghae, another Nigerian national residing in Houston, received the harshest sentence of the trio —...

  MTN Group, Africa’s largest mobile operator, has announced plans to launch a new streaming platform for mobile and fixed broadband users across the continent, a development that will challenge current market players like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. To bring this to fruition, MTN has entered into a strategic partnership with global video software leader Synamedia. The collaboration will leverage Synamedia’s cloud-based technology to deliver a mix of live TV and video-on-demand content, offering multiple monetization options, including subscriptions, ad-supported content, and free streaming channels with targeted ads. Localized content strategy According to a statement released on Monday by MTN, the platform will feature content tailored to each market’s cultural preferences, languages, and viewing habits. This localized approach aims to boost engagement and accessibility across MTN’s extensive African footprint. Commenting on the initiative, MTN’s Group Chief Comme...

  The Federal Government, through the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative, has signed a $27 million deal with the LNG Arete to develop a Liquified Natural Gas project in Ajaokuta, Kogi State. This project, according to the parties, will aid the transportation of gas to other parts of the country, especially the North. Speaking during the signing ceremony in Abuja on Friday, Micheal Oluwagbemi, program director of PCNGI noted that LNG Arete limited have gone through various processes and commited about $12 million as counterpart funding for the project. Oluwagbemi stated that the project is projected to cost a total of $27.3 million, with $6 million being contributed by the PCNGI and additional investment from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund. He announced that the completion period for the project is 12 to 18 months, adding that equipment required were already available. According to him, the Government’s involvement in the proje...

Dangote Industries Ltd. has reaffirmed its commitment to making Nigeria self-sufficient in key sectors such as cement production, agriculture, mining, and petroleum refining. Dr. Abayomi Shittu, Regional Sales Director (Southeast) of Dangote Cement, made the pledge during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday at the ongoing 36th Enugu International Trade Fair. “Dangote Industries Ltd. operates across several sectors including cement, sugar, salt, poly products, real estate, agriculture, logistics, telecommunications, steel, oil, and gas,” Shittu said. He noted that three of its major subsidiaries—Dangote Cement Plc, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, and NASCON Allied Industries Plc (producers of Dangote Salt)—are listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange, reflecting the company’s strong investment footprint in the country. “Our continued innovation, value creation, and investments in Nigeria are driven by our deep belief in the country’s vast economic potent...