Author: Akintayo Adams

Former Nigerian international Victor Moses has officially joined English Premier League side Luton Town, the club has confirmed. The 33-year-old winger became a free agent after departing from Spartak Moscow, where he had played since 2021. Luton Town manager Rob Edwards expressed confidence in Moses’ ability to strengthen the team as they aim to secure promotion. Edwards praised Moses’ versatility and experience, noting his ability to play in various positions, including both wings and as a number ten. He highlighted Moses’ tactical awareness, gained from playing for numerous clubs under different managers, and emphasized that his arrival would provide strong…

Sir Keir Starmer’s upcoming address to the Trade Union Congress (TUC) is significant, as it marks the first time in 15 years that a British prime minister has spoken at the annual meeting of Britain’s trade unions. His speech is expected to highlight Labour’s intent to rebuild relationships between business and unions while addressing the country’s economic challenges after nearly 15 years of Conservative rule. Starmer’s focus will be on advocating for partnership over division and stressing that Labour is working to end industrial unrest. Policies like renationalizing the railways, banning practices such as “fire and rehire,” and eliminating zero-hour…

The Federal Government’s revenue from Value Added Tax (VAT) surged to ₦1.56 trillion in the second quarter of 2024, marking a 9.11% increase from the ₦1.43 trillion recorded in Q1 2024. This is according to the latest report from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on VAT revenue collection. The breakdown of VAT receipts shows that local payments contributed ₦792.58 billion, foreign VAT payments amounted to ₦395.74 billion, while VAT from imports reached ₦372.95 billion in Q2 2024. NBS highlighted significant growth across various sectors:“On a quarter-on-quarter basis, human health and social work activities recorded the highest growth rate at…

Nigeria’s telecommunications sector faces a potential shutdown as workers under the Private Telecommunications and Communications Senior Staff Association (PTECSSAN) began a strike on Monday. The union, representing over 800 workers across telecom facilities, including IHS and Huawei, issued a seven-day strike notice demanding the reinstatement of sacked workers, recognition of the union, improved working conditions, and the remittance of membership dues. In a statement, Okonu Abdullahi, the Secretary-General of PTECSSAN, explained that the strike had become unavoidable due to the poor working conditions faced by members and the refusal of employers to recognize the union. He warned that the strike…

Sterling Bank Limited has made history by becoming the first institution in Africa to adopt an indigenous core banking solution, SeaBaaS, developed by Nigerian tech company Peerless. This landmark move, following an announcement in August 2024, positions Nigeria as a leader in digital banking, underlining the strength of local innovation and talent. According to Abubakar Suleiman, CEO of Sterling Bank, SeaBaaS is the first fully African-developed core banking platform. He described this as a significant step toward economic self-reliance, with plans to share the technology across the continent. The advanced system, powered by data analytics and artificial intelligence, aims to…

During its highly anticipated “Glowtime” event on Monday, Apple unveiled the latest iPhone 16 series, which CEO Tim Cook described as “the first iPhones designed from the ground up for Apple Intelligence and its breakthrough capabilities.” The lineup includes four versions: the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max, with pre-orders opening on Friday and official release slated for September 20. Pricing for the models starts at $799 for the iPhone 16, $899 for the iPhone 16 Plus, $999 for the iPhone 16 Pro, and $1,199 for the iPhone 16 Pro Max. All models…

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a recall for Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap (100g), batch number 81832M 08, produced in Germany, due to the presence of Butylphenyl Methylpropional (BMHCA), also known as Lilial, a chemical impurity linked to reproductive harm and skin sensitization. In a statement released on Monday, NAFDAC explained that BMHCA is banned in cosmetic products under the Cosmetic Products Regulation due to its potential to harm the reproductive system and affect unborn children, as well as trigger allergic reactions. Regulatory authorities in the European Union have already banned the…

The Department of State Services (DSS) has granted administrative bail to Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), following his arrest earlier on Monday. Pro-democracy activist and African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, announced Ajaero’s release in a tweet on Monday night, describing the situation as a victory over the “fascist regime” of President Bola Tinubu. Ajaero had been arrested at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja while en route to the United Kingdom for an official engagement. The reasons for his arrest have not been fully disclosed. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp…

The Department of State Services (DSS) has confirmed visiting the Abuja office of the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) but refuted claims of an “unlawful occupation” made by the human rights group. SERAP had earlier raised concerns about the DSS allegedly harassing and intimidating its staff, calling on President Bola Tinubu to intervene. In a statement, SERAP described the DSS’s presence at their office as an attack on their rights. In response, the DSS clarified that the visit was part of a routine investigation, carried out by two unarmed operatives, and rejected claims of any unlawful activity. The service…

The National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE) has placed its members on strike alert following the arrest of Joe Ajaero, the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), by the Department of State Security (DSS). Acting General Secretary Igwebike Dominic made the announcement in a statement on Monday, calling for Ajaero’s immediate and unconditional release. The arrest has raised concerns of a potential shutdown of the national grid as NUEE members prepare for possible industrial action. In response to Ajaero’s detention, the union expressed strong disapproval, stating, “Nigeria is our collective country; our leaders should not make us live like…