Author: Akintayo Adams

In recent developments, fueling stations across Nigeria have marginally reduced the prices of petrol. This price reduction comes after the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) reached an agreement with the Dangote Refinery to lift petrol directly. The new arrangement has led to a decrease in petrol prices by N10 to N50 per litre at various filling stations. The spokesperson for IPMAN, Chinedu Ukadike, confirmed that the direct supply deal with Dangote Refinery will ensure a steady supply of 60 million litres of petrol weekly. This move should further stabilize fuel prices and potentially lower them in the coming…

First Bank of Nigeria (FBN) Holdings Plc has received approval from its shareholders to change its name to First Holdco Plc. Shareholders of FBN Holdings Plc approved the name change at the company’s 12th Annual General Meeting (AGM), which was held virtually on November 14, 2024. The approved changes will also extend to all of FBN Holdings’ subsidiaries. The company’s Secretary, Adewale Arogundade, has confirmed the new brand name will be FirstHoldco. This rebranding effort aims to create a uniform identity across the organization and better reflect its evolving structure. In addition to the name change, shareholders also approved a…

A tragic incident occurred in Wuxi, a city in eastern China, where a stabbing attack outside a school left at least eight people dead and 17 others injured. The attack occurred at the Wuxi Yixing Arts and Crafts Vocational and Technical College around 6:30 p.m. local time on Saturday. Authorities apprehended the assailant, a 21-year-old man who had graduated from the school earlier this year, at the scene. According to police, the suspect expressed frustration over his failure to obtain a diploma because of poor exam results and dissatisfaction with his internship pay. The police reported that the man confessed…

In a significant policy shift, President Joe Biden has authorized Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied long-range missiles to strike targets within Russia. This decision comes after months of pressure from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and marks a notable change in the U.S. stance on the conflict. The approval allows Ukraine to utilize the Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) for deeper strikes inside Russian territory. This move is seen as a response to the deployment of thousands of North Korean troops to support Russian forces in the Kursk region. President Biden’s decision has been met with mixed reactions. While some Western allies…

The second day of the Egbeda Community FA Football Competition delivered another round of exhilarating football action, with tight contests and standout performances. The day’s matches began with an impressive performance from Olode, defeating Classic 2-0. Timilehin Adetilere and Ridwan Moshood both netted goals, ensuring Olode’s triumph and leaving Classic struggling to find their rhythm. Meanwhile, NYSC dominated their encounter against Fortress with a commanding 4-1 victory. Okunlola Abdulsamad and Otubobola Tobiloba each bagged two goals, demonstrating NYSC’s formidable attacking prowess and securing a decisive win. In a different turn of events, Bobolee and Wemimo played out a goalless draw.…

Popular Nigerian rapper Phyno recently shared the reason behind his choice to rap in Igbo. Speaking on the ‘In My Opinion’ podcast, he revealed that he initially started rapping in English. However, he decided to switch to his native dialect to stand out and offer something unique to the global audience. Phyno emphasized that he wanted to represent his culture and incorporate his highlife-influenced upbringing into his music. This decision has allowed him to carve out a distinctive identity in the music industry and connect deeply with his roots. Get instant and latest news updates via our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter, or Google News online channel

President Bola Tinubu is set to leave Abuja on Sunday to attend the 19th meeting of the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This marks a significant moment as Nigeria continues to strengthen its international relations and economic partnerships. The summit, which will take place from Monday, November 18 to Tuesday, November 19, will bring together leaders from the world’s top 20 economies, including the European Union, the African Union, and various multilateral financial institutions. The theme for this year’s meeting is “Building a Just World and a Sustainable Planet,” with discussions focusing on the fight against hunger…

During his visit to the Aso Rock Presidential Villa in Abuja on Sunday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed President Bola Tinubu as “Ore mi.” Before delivering his remarks in Hindi, Modi referred to Tinubu, saying, “His Excellency, my friend, ore mi…” The phrase “Ore mi,” which is Yoruba for “my friend,” delighted many Nigerians and highlighted the friendly rapport between the two leaders. Modi’s use of the local language was seen as a gesture of goodwill and respect, further strengthening the diplomatic ties between India and Nigeria. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

A Nigerian woman recently sparked a lot of discussion online after sharing her readiness for marriage without dating. In a video posted on TikTok, she explained that she finds the “talking stage” intimidating and prefers to skip it altogether. Instead, she suggested that her potential partner should go directly to her parents for approval. Her statement: “The talking stage scares me because, at the end of the day, they’re just going to be asking questions, and you spend 2-3 months talking to that particular person only to find out that you guys are not compatible.” “Then you realize the person…

The people of Ondo State have elected Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa as their Governor, pending an official declaration. The incumbent governor, representing the APC, secured a victory with 366,781 votes, defeating PDP’s Agboola Ajayi who received 117,845 votes. Nejo Adeyemi (ADC) placed third in the race with 4,138 votes, while Mimiko Olubansile Abbas (ZLP), the younger brother of former Governor Olusegun Mimiko, pulled 2,692 votes. Get instant and latest news updates via our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter, or Google News online channel.