Nigeria’s inflation Rate hits 34.80%
Nigeria’s headline inflation rate jumped to 34.80% in December 2024 from 34.60% in November 2024. In its latest Consumer Price Index report released yesterday, the National Bureau of Statistics said the December 2024 headline inflation rate showed a marginal increase of 0.20% compared to the November 2024 headline inflation rate. It attributed the increase to […]
Tinubu reaffirms Nigeria’s Commitment to Sustainability
President Bola Tinubu has re-emphasized Nigeria’s commitment to sustainability and its role in shaping a global energy future. Speaking to an international audience of leaders, policymakers, and climate advocates, in Abu Dhabi, UAE, President Tinubu acknowledged the critical need for global collaboration to address the challenges of climate change and economic development. President Tinubu assured […]
Bafta Nominations Set to Shape Oscars Predictions
The Bafta nominations will be announced on Wednesday, the latest milestone in an unpredictable awards season which has thrown up several surprises. The British Academy’s shortlists are likely to be a strong Oscars indicator. Last year, the winners of the top six categories matched up perfectly between the two ceremonies. The nominations follow last week’s […]
Fireboy DML Releases ‘Ecstacy’ Video From ‘Adedamola’ Album
Fireboy DML has kicked off his 2025 with the release of the visuals for ‘Ecstacy’ off his fourth album ‘Adedamola’. The music video features dancers set against colourful backdrops that captures the song’s vibrancy. Shot in Lagos by Olu The Wave, the video is the fourth from the ‘Adedamola’ album. Read Another Story – AGN […]
CAF Postpones 2024 African Nations Championship to August
The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has postponed the 2024 African Nations Championship to August 2025. The competition to be hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, was initially billed for February 1 to 28.CAF President, Patrice Motsepe, announced this today following the advice of CAF Technical and Infrastructure experts, who believe that more time is […]
Zanu-PF Moves to Extend President’s Term by two Years
Zimbabwe’s ruling Zanu-PF party wants to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term in office by two years until 2030. The party’s spokesman, Farai Marapira, stated this yesterday, but gave no details of how this could be achieved or whether constitutional changes would be sought to enable the 82-year-old Zanu-PF leader to stay on. Zimbabwe’s constitution limits […]
National Assembly to Complete Electoral Reforms Before Elections
The National Assembly has vowed to complete electoral reforms ahead of the off-cycle elections coming up this year. Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, who gave the assurance upon resumption of lawmakers at plenary, emphasized that the foundation of every thriving democracy is viable electoral reforms. Our correspondent, Raliat Adenekan reports that the Senate President urged his colleagues […]
CBN Sanctions Nine Banks for Failing to Dispense Vash via ATMs
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has sanctioned Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) for failing to make Naira notes available through automated teller machines (ATMs), during the yuletide season. The affected banks which include Fidelity Bank Plc, First Bank Plc, Keystone Bank Plc, Union Bank Plc, Globus Bank Plc, Providus Bank Plc, Zenith Bank Plc, United […]
Guardiola Ends 30-Year Marriage
Pep Guardiola, the Manchester City manager, and his wife, Cristina Serra, have decided to end their 30-year relationship. Reports from El Periodico on Monday indicate that the separation is amicable, described as friendly and stable. The couple, who first met in 1994 and married in 2014 near Barcelona, have reportedly drifted apart, particularly due to […]
AGN Denies Report of President Emeka Rollas’ Arrest in Abia State
The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has debunked a viral report that its National President, Emeka Rollas was arrested and detained by the police in Abia State. Online report said Rollas was arrested over the weekend for alleged role in imposition of an unelected chairman on the Abia State chapter of the guild. However, in […]
