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The European Union (EU) delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS on Monday disclosed that it funded a solar min-grid project for residents of Etomi community in Cross River State. According to a statement by the EU, the community had been without electricity for six years. “After six years without electricity, residents of Etomi community in Cross River State now enjoy reliable, clean, and affordable electricity through the European Union-funded solar mini-grid project. The solar project, which provides 119.5kW of electricity to over 600 households and businesses in the community, was implemented by GIZ,” the statement noted. Inga Stefanowicz, Head of the…

First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu and National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu will lead a national prayer session involving both Christian and Muslim leaders. The event aims to seek divine assistance in addressing Nigeria’s ongoing challenges. Chief Segun Balogun Afolorunikan, Director General of the National Prayer Forum (NPF), announced the initiative during a briefing in Abuja, themed “Seeking the Intervention of God in Nigeria’s Affairs.” “By the end of this prayer session, we believe that with God’s wisdom, our leaders and citizens will find the strength to confront our common enemies,” Afolorunikan stated, expressing hope that Nigeria would enter 2025 with…

Nigerians are ranked fifth globally for time spent on social media, averaging 3 hours and 23 minutes daily, according to 2024 data from Cable.co.uk and We Are Social. Kenya leads with 3 hours and 43 minutes, followed by South Africa, Brazil, and the Philippines. Other countries with high engagement include Colombia, Chile, and Indonesia. In contrast, countries like Ghana, Egypt, and some European nations report lower daily usage, highlighting significant regional differences in social media habits. FULL LIST Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

US Vice President and the Presidential Candidate of the Democrats, Kamala Harris has pledged to legalize marijuana if she gets the top post. Harris disclosed this in a statement on her X handle recently. She wrote, “I will legalize recreational marijuana, break down unjust legal barriers, and create opportunities for all Americans to succeed in this new industry.” Kamala Harris will face former President Donald Trump of the Republican Party in Tuesday’s election. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

Big Brother Naija (BBN) reality show star, Anita Natacha Akide, popularly known as Tacha has joined the league of celebrities owning football clubs in Nigeria. This was contained in the announcement by the Lagos Liga via X on Saturday. “New Lagos Liga club owner alert: Anita Natacha Akide,” the tweet read. “In short, the inimitable TACHA! @Symply_Tacha. Formal announcement to follow. Tacha FC is here.” Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

Nigeria’s external reserves experienced an increase to $39.77 billion as of October 30, 2024. This was contained in a Central Bank of Nigeria’s data on external reserve movement. The data showed that the country’s reserve grew to $39.77 billion in October from $38.35 billion recorded on September 30, 2024. CBN Supremo, Olayemi Cardoso, in his appearance at the National Assembly last month, credited improved diaspora remittance with the increase in the country’s external reserves. “This is substantially higher than the prescribed international benchmark of 30 months, reflecting a robust buffer against external shocks,” he stated. Get instant and latest news…

A South African student’s public proposal to his teacher went viral after being met with a firm rejection. In a TikTok video capturing the moment, the student proposes in front of classmates, only for the teacher to walk away, urging him to return to his seat despite his persistence. The clip sparked a wave of online reactions, with many viewers commenting on the unexpected scene and the student’s boldness. See some reactions below: lodman SA🇿🇦🇿🇦: “Welcome to South Africa, where impossible is I’m possible.” Kg88: “She wanna marry his mum now “eish our kids😂.” Siyabonga Mteto: “Eish …i don’t know why i didnt…

Former Governor of Anambra State and Presidential Candidate of Labour Party in the last election, Peter Gregory Obi, has made his opinion on how gender influences corruption known. He was speaking on the Honest Bunch Podcast. Related || ‘Turn church vigils into night shifts’ – Obi bemoans Nigeria’s condition He said when he was governor, he appointed women in strategic positions. “Women are less corrupt. They are not as corrupt as men. And because they have families, they are more determined to see things work. “When I was governor, my Chief of Staff and commissioners for Education and Planning were…

A new report by Remitly highlights the most visually captivating cities from an aerial perspective, based on an eye-tracking study with 200 global participants. This study ranked over 30 cities worldwide, with African cities Accra (Ghana) and Lagos (Nigeria) standing out in the top ten at 2nd and 6th places, respectively. The rankings are based on the duration participants fixated on each destination’s aerial views, capturing their beauty and creating impactful first impressions. Related || African Countries with the Best Road Quality Infrastructure Prague, the Czech Republic’s captivating capital, leads Remitly’s “air appeal” rankings, holding viewers’ attention for over 14…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) intercepted a drug trafficking attempt involving 845 wraps of cocaine (18.72 kg) valued at ₦4.5 billion at Lagos’ Murtala Muhammed International Airport. The drugs were found hidden in two lavatories on an Ethiopian Airlines flight from Addis Ababa during a post-landing cleaning. NDLEA spokesman Femi Babafemi confirmed the discovery, noting that the wraps were concealed in waste collectors in nine polythene bags. This incident highlights ongoing efforts to curb international drug trafficking. “No fewer than 30 suspects have so far been grilled in connection with the seizure. “Investigations revealed that the seized drugs…