US to Exit Paris Climate Agreement by 2026
The United States has officially notified the Secretary-General of its withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement, effective January 27, 2026. UN spokesperson, StĂ©phane Dujarric, said this at a news briefing yesterday in New York During the first Trump administration the U.S. withdrew from the Agreement effective November 4 2020, before his successor took the country […]
Nigeria Customs Sets 30-Day Clearance Deadline for Imports
Imported goods and products at the nation’s ports would henceforth be cleared under 30-days, in a bid to streamline operations and reduce port congestion. The 30-day clearance period was announced in a statement by the National Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Customs Service, Abdullahi Maiwada, who noted that an additional provision of a 30-day […]
FG Generates ₦2.4B from Marriage Registry in 2024
The Federal Government made about N2.4 billion from Nigerians who used its marriage registry in 2024. Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who revealed this, said over ₦6 billion was generated in 2024 from expatriate quota fees, marriages, citizenship applications, and places of worship, more than 50% increase compared to 2023. He also highlighted innovations in […]
Baha Men’s ‘Who Let the Dogs Out’ Turns 25 This Year!
Members Dyson Knight and Rik Carey share their excitement about celebrating the iconic party anthem’s 25th anniversary. The Baha Men’s hit “Who Let the Dogs Out” returns in Spruce’s Super Bowl ad for their pet-safe weed killer. The commercial humorously blames Spruce for “letting the dogs out,” tying it to the song’s upcoming 25th anniversary. […]
New Zealand Allows Tourists to Work Remotely on Visitor Visas
Tourists in New Zealand can now work remotely while visiting the country, following the relaxation of visa requirements by the country to boost its tourism sector. Under the new rules which applies to all visitor visas, visitors can now carry out remote working for a foreign employer while holidaying in the country for up to […]
AFCON 2025 Draw Holds Today in Morocco
The draw for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will take place in Rabat, Morocco, today Monday, 27 January. Super Eagles’ Head Coach Éric SĂ©kou Chelle and Team Administrator, Dayo Enebi Achor, alongside the Chairman of NFF Technical and Development Committee, Alhaji Sharif Rabiu Inuwa will attend the ceremony. Nigeria’s Super Eagles are in […]
FG Reaffirms Commitment to Malaria Elimination
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating malaria, recognising the disease as a critical public health challenge. Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Salako, in a statement yesterday, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to malaria elimination, adding that the government aims to strengthen strategies that will accelerate progress towards a […]
Burna Boy, Tems, Davido, Lojay Up for iHeartRadio Awards
Burna Boy, Tems, Lojay, and Davido have earned nods for the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards. Davido and Lojay are nominated for Best R&B Song for their contribution to Chris Brown‘s ‘Sensational’, while Burna Boy and Tems are up for the World Artist of the Year category. Meanwhile, South African singer, Tyla, leads the African contingent with three nominations with the third being for Best […]
North West Joins FKA twigs on New Track “Childlike Things”
Kim Kardashian’s daughter, North West, has collaborated with FKA twigs on a newly released track. At midnight on January 24, FKA twigs, 37, unveiled her third studio album, Eusexua. Among the standout songs is “Childlike Things,” featuring 11-year-old North, who contributes a few verses in Japanese. Kim, 44, highlighted the release on her Instagram Stories […]
FG Targets Full CBT for Exams by 2027
The Federal Government has a 2027 target for transitioning its examination system to 100 per cent computer-based testing (CBT). Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, who disclosed this yesterday during the inauguration of the Committee on Improvement of Quality Examinations in Nigeria, said the committee was tasked with the responsibility of addressing key challenges in […]
