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Nigeria has secured a total of $7.6 billion in investment commitments at the 2024 Africa Investment Forum, hosted by the African Development Bank (AfDB) and its partners in Rabat, Morocco. The announcement was made by AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina, who expressed optimism about the potential impact of these investments on Nigeria’s economy. Several Nigerian state governors, including those from Lagos, Kaduna, Katsina, Kwara, Plateau, and Ogun, attended the event. The forum facilitated a total of $29.2 billion in investment interests for various projects across Africa, ranging from energy and infrastructure to agriculture and technology. Get instant and latest news updates…

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has granted amnesty to 40 prison inmates serving various jail terms as part of his 60th birthday celebration. The decision, announced by the state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Kayode Ajulo, reflects a commitment to rehabilitation and second chances. Among the beneficiaries, 15 inmates will be released immediately, while several death sentences have been commuted to life imprisonment. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

Manchester United secured a dramatic victory over Arsenal in the FA Cup third round match held at the Emirates Stadium on January 12, 2025. The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with Bruno Fernandes scoring for United and Gabriel Magalhaes equalizing for Arsenal. The game was decided by a penalty shootout, with United winning 3-5. Following their win, Manchester United’s next opponent in the FA Cup has been confirmed as Leicester City. The match is scheduled to take place at between 7 and 10 February. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

Nigerian-British professional boxer and two-time world heavyweight champion, Anthony Joshua, recently shared his thoughts on achieving billionaire status. According to Joshua, reaching such financial heights cannot be solely achieved through sports, music, or entertainment. He advised entertainers and athletes to focus on the business side of their careers rather than getting swept up in fame. Joshua emphasized the importance of sustainability, books, and business ethics in building lasting wealth. He pointed out that while sports and entertainment can lead to significant earnings, diversification into business ventures is often necessary to reach billionaire status. Get instant and latest news updates via…

President (Asíwájú) Bọ́lá Ahmed Tinúbú – GCFR has approved a ban on homosexuality, lesbianism, bestiality, and cross-dressing among personnel of the Nigerian Military, as these behaviors are considered contrary to the ethics of the armed forces. Military personnel have also been warned against body piercing, tattooing, disorderly behavior, and drunkenness on or off duty. This directive is detailed in Section 26 of the revised Harmonised Armed Forces Terms and Conditions of Service, signed by President Tinubu on December 16, 2024. The document specifies that officers must not engage in homosexuality, lesbianism, or bestiality, nor should they participate in activities of…

Ahead of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced a significant change in the examination’s reading text. The board has replaced the previous text with “Lekki Headmaster,” a novel by Nigerian author Kabir Alabi Garba. The decision to change the reading text is part of JAMB’s ongoing efforts to introduce fresh and engaging materials that resonate with the experiences of Nigerian students while promoting national literature. “Lekki Headmaster” is a captivating narrative set in the urban landscape of Lekki, Lagos. The story follows the journey of a dedicated school headmaster who…

The wildfires in California have intensified, with the death toll rising to 16 as of January 11, 2025. The Palisades Fire, one of the largest blazes, has expanded into the Brentwood and Encino areas, prompting authorities to issue evacuation orders for over 153,000 residents. The fires have destroyed more than 12,000 structures and scorched approximately 37,000 acres. Governor Gavin Newsom has called for an investigation into the loss of water pressure to local fire hydrants and the reported unavailability of supplies from the Santa Ynez Reservoir. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has also reported that 13 people are still…

Two factory workers have died after falling inside a diesel reservoir in the Ikosi area of Lagos State. The incident occurred around 10 a.m. on January 11, 2025. Preliminary investigations revealed that one of the workers accidentally fell into the reservoir while conducting repair work. The second worker became trapped while attempting to rescue his colleague. Officials from the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) and the Lagos State Fire Service arrived at the scene and rescued the victims. Both workers were transported to the hospital by the Lagos State Ambulance Service (LASAMBUS) after receiving first aid, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has invited Subomi and Wahab, the sons of billionaire businessman Razaq Okoya, for interrogation over alleged abuse of the naira. This follows a viral video showing the Okoya brothers spraying naira notes while a police officer held stacks of the currency. The video sparked outrage on social media. The EFCC has directed the duo to report to the head of the Special Operations team at the EFCC office on 15A Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos, on Monday, January 13, 2025, for questioning. The police officer seen in the video has already been identified and…

Nigeria’s national power grid experienced its first collapse of the year on January 11, 2025. The collapse occurred at 1:56 PM and has thrown many parts of the country into darkness. This incident follows a troubling pattern from 2024, when the grid suffered multiple failures, leading to widespread power outages. Experts attribute these failures to factors such as aging infrastructure, inadequate maintenance, and insufficient investment in the power sector. The Nigerian government has acknowledged these challenges and is working on initiatives to overhaul the national grid and improve electricity supply. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online…