Author: Staff Reporter

The Nigerian currency, naira, began the week on a downturn, depreciating against the United States dollar at the foreign exchange market. According to data from the FMDQ, the naira weakened to N1635.15 per dollar on Monday, representing a N3.94 decline from N1631.21 on Friday. This decline mirrors the trend at the black market, where the naira slipped to N1775 per dollar, down from N1770 at the close of last week. Experts attribute the naira’s woes to the dwindling foreign exchange supply, which plummeted to $126.24 million on Monday from $238.36 million on Friday. Last Thursday, the Central Bank of Nigeria…

Nigerian rapper Remilekun Abdulkhalid Safaru, popularly known as Reminisce, has shed light on the intoxicating effects of fame. In a candid interview with Naija FM, Lagos, the ‘Alaga Ibile’ crooner shared his thoughts on the highs and lows of being in the spotlight. “Fame is a hard drug. It’s very intoxicating,” Reminisce revealed. His words offer a glimpse into the pressures and temptations that come with celebrity status. The rapper’s experiences have taught him to approach fame with caution. Reminisce disclosed his strategy for navigating the complex web of relationships in the entertainment industry. “I work with the mindset that…

Kellyrae has emerged as the winner of the highly anticipated Big Brother Naija “No Loose Guard” season. The announcement was made on Sunday, the 71st day of the show, by host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu. Kellyrae beat seven other finalists to claim the coveted prize. The runners-up included Soj, Anita, Nelly, Onyeka, Wanni, Victoria, and Ozee. Kellyrae takes home an astonishing N100m in prizes, cementing his place in BBNaija history. The win marks the culmination of an intense competition that captivated audiences nationwide. Throughout the season, Kellyrae demonstrated exceptional resilience, strategic thinking, and charisma, earning him a massive following. His journey to…

A devastating flood swept through parts of Ondo town on Friday, destroying property worth millions of naira. The flood, triggered by hours of heavy rainfall, submerged houses and vehicles in areas like Itanla, Oka, Odo Ijomu, Bethlehem, and the Akure-Ondo Expressway. Fortunately, no lives were lost. Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa promptly ordered the evacuation of affected areas to mitigate further damage. The state government has also deployed Amphibious Excavators to critical erosion-prone areas for dredging, ensuring a proactive approach to preventing future floods. Commissioner for Environment, Oyeniyi Oseni, revealed that these measures were put in place following predictions by NIMET.…

President Bola Tinubu has delivered a strong message to terrorists and bandits causing havoc in Nigeria, urging them to surrender to government forces or face severe consequences. Represented by National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu at the News Agency of Nigeria’s inaugural international lecture in Abuja, Tinubu emphasized that his administration will no longer tolerate the ongoing threats. Tinubu labeled bandits and kidnappers as “cowards” and “idiots,” stating, “Enough is enough. For 15 years, we’ve been going through hell in this country. These bad people have been doing what they like.” He warned them to drop their arms or face lethal…

The Nigeria Football Federation’s (NFF) search for a permanent head coach for the Super Eagles took an intriguing turn recently. French tactician Hervé Renard disclosed that he was approached to take the reins but ultimately declined the offer. Renard, who has managed Ivory Coast and Zambia, revealed that the NFF’s proposal was the most lucrative he had received. However, after careful consideration, he decided it wasn’t the right fit. “I almost went to Nigeria. I weighed the pros and cons for a few days, even weeks, before eventually turning it down. It was the best offer I’ve had so far,…

A High Court in the Federal Capital Territory has taken a significant step in ensuring that former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, faces justice. Justice Maryanne Anenih issued a public summons against Bello, ordering him to appear in court on October 24 to answer to a 16-count charge of criminal breach of trust to the tune of N110.4 billion. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had previously been unable to serve Bello with the charge, filed on September 24, prompting the court’s action. Bello’s absence stalled the arraignment initially scheduled for Thursday. *Case Details* – _Charges_: 16-count charge of…

Nigeria’s Federal Government has introduced groundbreaking tax reliefs to revitalize the oil and gas sector, positioning the country’s deep offshore basin as a premier investment destination. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, announced the initiative, which includes exemptions from value-added tax (VAT) payments for key energy products and infrastructure. *Key Exemptions* – Diesel – Feed gas – Liquefied Petroleum Gas – Compressed Natural Gas – Electric vehicles – Liquefied Natural Gas infrastructure – Clean cooking equipment According to Mohammed Manga, Director of Information and Public Relations, these measures aim to lower the cost of living,…

The long-standing rift between Nigerian music superstars, Wizkid and Davido, has resurfaced on social media. Wizkid sparked the latest controversy with a cryptic post on X, saying, “P*ssy boys dropping mids again!” Many believed this was aimed at Davido, who recently teased an upcoming collaboration with YG Marley. When questioned by @CulturalVoice, “So if you no beef @davido your song won’t sell?” Wizkid responded harshly, “I don’t beef wack niggas! We all know he’s wack! No talent!” This is not the first time the two artists have clashed publicly. Their disagreement dates back to a heated exchange on X a…

Nigeria’s Independence Day was marked by protests across the country, including in Abuja. The #FearlessInOctober demonstration, a continuation of the #EndBadGovernance movement, aimed to highlight economic hardship faced by Nigerians. Protesters converged at Utako Market as early as 7 am on Tuesday. However, police officers promptly dispersed the crowd at 8:54 am. Similar protests occurred in other parts of the country, including Lagos, where former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore joined demonstrators.