Rethinking Wages and Loyalty in Nigeria
As of August 6, 2025, a pressing issue has emerged in Nigeria that demands a shift in how the nation’s elites treat their domestic staff. The frustration of losing maids, gatemen, and drivers to theft or abandonment is a common complaint among the wealthy, who often attribute it to a lack of character. However, the […]
AI-Powered Storybook Debuts in Nigeria
Google has introduced Storybook, a new function within its Gemini application, which aims to provide an engaging and innovative educational tool for Nigeria’s 39 million children aged six and under. This AI-driven feature converts simple prompts, personal photographs, and children’s artwork into tailored, narrated storybooks, addressing an essential gap in early childhood education through storytelling-based […]
MTN Nigeria Reports Strong H1 2025 Performance with 54.6% Revenue Growth
MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has announced a robust financial performance for the first half of 2025, with revenue increasing by 54.6% year-on-year to N2.4 trillion for the six months ended June 30, 2025. Despite a significant increase in capital expenditure to expand network capacity and digital infrastructure, the company delivered a free cash flow of […]
‘God Will Pave Way for Nigeria to go to World Cup’ Primate Ayodele Prophecy
Primate Elijah Ayodele, Servant of the Most High God, Founder and Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church in Lagos, Nigeria, has delivered a significant prophetic warning to the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) and the National Sports Commission (NSC). He stated that a lack of teamwork could jeopardise the Super Eagles’ aspirations for the World Cup.Primate […]
Analyst Condemns Badenoch for Remarks Against Nigeria
A public affairs analyst has criticised the Nigerian-born British government official, Miss Kemi Badenoch, for her derogatory remark against Nigeria. Mr. Andrew Ajayi, who said this in an interview with journalists in Port Harcourt, described Miss Badenoch’s comment as unfortunate and irresponsible. Mr. Ajayi acknowledged that the nation is battling the issue of corruption and […]
Nigeria Bolsters Oil Sector with 21 New Regulations to Attract Investment
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has introduced 21 new regulations to revitalize the country’s upstream oil and gas sector, aiming to attract significant investments and enhance operational efficiency. Announced by NUPRC Chief Executive Gbenga Komolafe during the 48th Society of Petroleum Engineers’ Nigeria Annual International Conference and Exhibition in Lagos, these regulations, enacted […]
Chimamanda Adichie Hails Obi, Says He’s Not Power-Hungry
Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Adichie has reiterated her strong support for presidential hopeful Peter Obi. The 47-year-old asserted that Obi’s desire to lead Nigeria is driven by a genuine concern for the country, not personal ambition or ego. In an interview on Channels Television’s “Amazing Africans,” the author of “Purple Hibiscus” distinguished the former governor […]
Falana Slams Tinubu’s Economic Reforms, Says Policies Deepening Poverty
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has criticised the economic reforms of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. He asserted that the government’s “harsh neoliberal policies” have led to the decimation of Nigeria’s middle class and an increase in poverty. In an interview on Channels Television’s “Politics Today,” the 67-year-old argued that despite the president’s acknowledgement of economic […]
HP Leverages AI to Combat Growing Cyber Threats
In today’s digital age, Nigerian businesses are facing an unprecedented threat: sophisticated cyber attacks. According to Yesh Surjoodeen, Managing Director of HP in Southern Africa, “These attacks are no longer limited to large multinationals, but are now targeting businesses of all sizes, from financial institutions to manufacturers and government agencies”. The cost of a single […]
Is Nigeria’s $450 Billion GDP Projection a Realistic Goal or Wishful Thinking?
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) recently projected that Nigeria’s economy could reach a staggering $450 billion by the end of 2025, a bold claim that has sparked both hope and skepticism. While the CPPE’s optimism, based on Nigeria’s nominal GDP growth to N372.82 trillion in 2024 and a 3.13% growth rate […]
Nigeria’s 220 Abandoned Oil Blocks—A Missed Opportunity for Progress
Nigeria, Africa’s largest oil producer, is sitting on a goldmine that remains largely untapped. According to the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), 220 oil blocks across the country lie abandoned, gathering dust while the nation grapples with a ballooning debt crisis and persistent crude shortages. For communities in places like Rivers State, where oil […]
Wike: No Administration Can Fix Everything, But Tinubu Is Making Progress
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, acknowledged on Monday that President Bola Tinubu’s administration cannot resolve every issue plaguing the FCT. However, he maintained that the government is actively working on key projects to improve the lives of residents. During a media briefing in Abuja, Wike addressed questions regarding the government’s development initiatives. He said, “All problems […]