Author: Akintayo Adams

Nigerian stand-up comedian Bovi Ugboma has expressed his strong stance against beating children as a form of discipline. In a recent episode of “The Honest Bunch” podcast, Bovi emphasized that children should not be beaten, regardless of their misbehavior. He shared a personal experience involving his son, who, when angry, threw objects and broke the television on three different occasions. Bovi noted that while he was able to afford replacements, the situation could have been different if he couldn’t. He further explained that when disciplining children, it’s important to ask oneself if the goal is to correct the child or…

Temu, the popular e-commerce app owned by China’s PDD Holdings, has once again topped Apple’s list of the most downloaded free apps on the U.S. iOS store for the second consecutive year. This achievement highlights the growing popularity of Chinese apps in the world’s largest consumer market. ByteDance’s TikTok, despite facing uncertainties over its future in the U.S., managed to secure the third spot, while Temu’s competitor, fast-fashion giant Shein, ranked 12th. According to StatCounter data, Apple’s iOS holds over 56% of the U.S. mobile phone market. Temu’s success can be attributed to its aggressive pricing and direct shipping of…

Oyo State ranks third among Nigerian states in paying the highest minimum wage, as revealed by the state Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dotun Oyelade, in a statement issued in Ibadan, the state capital, on Monday. While Lagos and Rivers States, with their abundant natural resources, pay a minimum wage of ₦85,000, Oyo State offers ₦80,000. This is notable given that the Federal Government recently set the minimum wage at ₦70,000. Oyelade pointed out that although four other states—Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Enugu, and Niger—also pay ₦80,000, none has a workforce as large as Oyo’s. “Oyo ranks third among states paying…

Ghana’s President-elect, John Dramani Mahama, is in Abuja, Nigeria, to visit President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The visit underscores the strong diplomatic ties between the two West African nations. During the meeting, both leaders discussed various bilateral issues, including economic cooperation, regional security, and strategies to enhance trade relations between Nigeria and Ghana. President Tinubu commended Mahama for his recent electoral victory and expressed optimism about the future collaboration between their administrations. The visit also provided an opportunity for the leaders to exchange views on the ongoing efforts to promote peace and stability within the Economic Community of West African States…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended 792 suspects over cryptocurrency investment fraud, romance scams, and other related offences. Wilson Uwujaren, Director of Public Affairs of the anti-graft agency, made this known while briefing journalists in Lagos on Monday. He said the suspects were arrested on Tuesday last week in a surprise operation at their hideout at the Big Leaf Building, on No.7, Oyin Jolayemi Street, Victoria Island, Lagos. According to Uwujaren, the operation followed actionable intelligence and months of surveillance and monitoring of activities of the syndicate. He said that 148 Chinese, 40 Filipinos, one Pakistani, and…

The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has sealed multiple establishments, including Celestial Church, The Lord’s Chosen Church, hotels, and restaurants, due to noise pollution. Related || Lagos shuts down Churches, Establishments The General Manager of LASEPA, who confirmed this in a statement on Monday, said the agency’s decision was part of an intensified effort to curb environmental infractions that pose a risk to public health and safety in the state. Ajayi noted that the crackdown aimed to address the harmful impact of persistent noise pollution in some parts of the state. According to the statement, the affected areas included…

Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has been provisionally suspended from football after failing a doping test. The test, administered at the end of October 2024, revealed the presence of a banned substance in Mudryk’s A-sample. The results of the B-sample are expected in the coming days, and if confirmed, Mudryk could face a ban of up to four years. Mudryk last played for Chelsea on November 28 in a UEFA Conference League match against Heidenheim, where he scored a goal. Since then, he has been absent from the team’s matchday squads, officially due to illness. Chelsea, in an official statement confirmed…

The naira appreciated against the dollar at the official market to kick off the week on a good note. FMDQ data showed that the naira strengthened to ₦1545.10 per dollar on Monday from ₦1549.50 exchanged last Friday, showing a gain of ₦4.6. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s data indicated that the exchange rate closed at ₦1533.56 per dollar on Monday, a marginal difference from ₦1533.27 at the close of last week. The development comes as the naira dropped to between ₦1665 and ₦1680 per dollar on Monday from ₦1665 on the black market. Get instant and latest news updates via…

Access Holdings Plc has announced that its banking subsidiary, Access Bank Plc, has entered into a binding agreement with South Africa-based Bidvest Group Limited for the acquisition of a 100% equity stake in Bidvest Bank Limited. This acquisition, valued at approximately $159 million, is expected to close in the second half of 2025, subject to regulatory approvals. Founded in 2000, Bidvest Bank is a niche and profitable South African financial institution providing a diverse range of services, including corporate and business banking solutions and diverse retail banking products. Upon conclusion of this acquisition, Bidvest Bank will be merged with Access…

Pastor Tobi Adegboyega, founder of Salvation Proclaimers Anointed Church (SPAC Nation), has voiced his disagreement with recent comments made by Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the United Kingdom’s opposition, regarding Nigeria. Badenoch, who has been vocal about her experiences in Nigeria, recently described an encounter with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) as unforgettable, alleging that officers stole her brother’s watch and shoe. Badenoch’s remarks have sparked criticism from several Nigerians, including Vice-President Kashim Shettima, who rebuked her for her negative comments about Nigeria. In an interview with Channels Television, Pastor Adegboyega countered Badenoch’s statements, asserting that the situation in Nigeria…