Author: Akintayo Adams

MTN Nigeria has issued a public apology to its customers following backlash over a 200% price increase on its 15GB data bundle. The company acknowledged the frustration of subscribers in a statement posted on its official social media handles, admitting that the sudden price change was a mistake. The post, written in a casual and relatable tone, read: “To our 15G digital bundle lovers, You dey vex. We know. We know how upsetting it must have been to suddenly wake up to a 200% increase on your favourite digital bundle. “We could share several reasons, and provide explanations, but omo,…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted a significant cache of arms and ammunition smuggled into the country through Lagos. The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, addressed journalists at the Federal Operation Unit (FOU) Zone “A” in Ikeja, Lagos, revealing the disturbing discovery. Although the exact value of the seized arms and ammunition has not been disclosed, the interception highlights the ongoing challenges of smuggling and illegal arms trade in the region. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has been handed a two-match touchline ban. This was made known by the Premier League following his red card during the Merseyside derby against Everton. Slot was sent off for using offensive, insulting, or abusive language towards referee Michael Oliver after Everton scored a late equalizer. As a result, Slot will miss Liverpool’s upcoming matches against Wolverhampton Wanderers and Aston Villa. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

Dangote Peugeot Automobiles Nigeria Limited (DPAN), the official manufacturer and marketer of Peugeot vehicles in Nigeria, has begun assembling the GT model of the Peugeot 3008 at its Kaduna plant. This marks a significant step in Dangote’s commitment to boosting local vehicle production and enhancing Nigeria’s auto industry. The Peugeot 3008 GT is equipped with a high-performance 1.6-liter turbo engine and joins the existing lineup of Made-in-Nigeria Peugeot vehicles, which includes the 301 sedan and the 5008 SUV. Peugeot’s first assembly of the 3008 model in Africa took place in Ghana in 2022. This marked a significant milestone in the…

The United States Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has officially launched its website on Thursday. The newly established department, which aims to modernize federal technology and software to maximize governmental efficiency and productivity, was created by an executive order from President Donald Trump on January 20, 2025. The website, accessible at doge.gov, is part of the administration’s broader agenda to reduce wasteful federal spending and eliminate excessive regulations. In a statement on X, the agency led by billionaire Elon Musk said that details of its activities will be released on its website henceforth. “X feed posts; consolidated government org chart—enormous…

US consumer inflation unexpectedly accelerated last month, data showed Wednesday, in a moment of potential political peril for President Donald Trump, who quickly blamed the uptick on his predecessor Joe Biden. The consumer price index (CPI) edged up to 3.0 percent in January from a year ago, the Labor Department said in a statement — slightly above economists’ estimates. “Overall, this is not a great read,” EY chief economist Gregory Daco told AFP. “The jump in consumer prices in January supports our view that the Fed will hold rates steady at least through (the third quarter) of this year,” Nationwide…

Nigerian Grammy Award-winning singer and producer, Temilade Openiyi, better known by her stage name Tems, has become the first African female to join the ownership group of Major League Soccer’s San Diego Football Club. The American club announced on Wednesday, February 12, that Tems, through her company The Leading Vibe, is now its partner. In 2021, Tems partnered with Pave Investments, an African private investment firm known for its involvement in NBA Africa’s strategic investment group. Tems expressed her excitement about joining San Diego FC, highlighting the club’s celebration of creativity, culture, and community. “I am thrilled to join San…

Nigerian music legend Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has sparked major reactions online after proposing to Edo State lawmaker, Natasha Osawaru, in a viral video circulating on social media. The clip, which surfaced on Thursday, showed the iconic singer and the lawmaker dancing intimately in the presence of friends before 2Baba went down on one knee to present her with a ring. The moment was sealed with a warm embrace, further fueling discussions about their romance. The proposal comes just a day after 2Baba publicly confirmed his romantic relationship with Osawaru, following increasing speculation about their closeness. Social media…

The Labour Party (LP) has announced its intention to field former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, as its candidate for the 2027 general elections. The National Publicity Secretary of the party, Abayomi Arabambi, made this declaration on a recent episode of ‘Politics Today’ on Channels Television. Arabambi emphasized that the party is serious about its decision and believes that Tinubu will face a tough challenge in the upcoming elections. “Tinubu is not just going to have it very easy in 2027, we are coming back with that Peter Obi to them so that they will know we are very serious,”…

Several parts of Nigeria were thrown into darkness on Wednesday following another collapse of the national grid, marking the second incident this year. According to data from the Nigerian System Operator’s portal, the collapse occurred around 11:30 am. The cause of the disturbance has not yet been disclosed by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN). The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) confirmed the grid disturbance, stating that it happened around 11:30 am on Wednesday. In a statement posted on X, AEDC said, “We regret to inform you that a system disturbance occurred on the national grid at 11:34 am today…