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he Federal Government of Nigeria has officially declared Thursday, May 1, 2025, as a public holiday in celebration of Workers’ Day. This announcement, made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, reaffirms the country’s commitment to recognizing the efforts and contributions of Nigerian workers toward national growth and development. Why Workers’ Day Is Celebrated in…
A Nigerian cryptocurrency trader, Salaudeen Ayobamidele, has made headlines after coming forward with shocking allegations against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). In a candid interview with News Central TV, Ayobamidele claimed that he was unlawfully detained and extorted by EFCC officials—even after he presented evidence that should have cleared him. Crypto Trader’s Ordeal…
In one of the most electrifying UEFA Champions League semi-final clashes in recent memory, Barcelona and Inter Milan played out a 3-3 draw at the Olímpic Lluís Companys Stadium — a night packed with drama, wonder goals, and what-ifs. Inter Milan wasted no time setting the tone, scoring just 30 seconds into the match. Marcus…
In a swift turn of events following recent agitation, the University has officially released a revised academic calendar—a direct outcome of the Students’ Union’s proactive engagement with the school management. Just weeks ago, on 13th April, the Students’ Union held an emergency meeting with the Vice Chancellor, strongly advocating for a shortened semester to ease…
Manchester United fans, brace yourselves for some exciting news! Amad Diallo and Matthijs de Ligt have made a stunning return to team training at Carrington, defying expectations by rejoining the squad ahead of schedule. The dynamic duo was spotted in full training on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, just in time for United’s crucial Europa League…
Do you drive a car with tinted windows in Nigeria? If yes, there’s a chance you might be breaking the law — even if your tint came factory-fitted. Tinted glass, once seen as a luxury feature, now comes with serious legal obligations in Nigeria. In recent years, the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has tightened its…
As of April 30, 2025, the Nigerian Naira has recorded a modest appreciation against the US dollar in the parallel market, trading at ₦1,615 per $1. This marks a slight improvement from the ₦1,620 rate observed just a day earlier, indicating a possible shift in forex market sentiment. In the official Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange…
Picture this: a trader hunched over a glowing screen, charts dancing with candlesticks, heart racing as the euro climbs against the dollar. Now imagine a bettor in a buzzing sportsbook, clutching a ticket, eyes locked on the final seconds of a football match. Both are chasing a rush, a win, a shot at turning a…
The Nigerian stock market recorded its first negative trading session of the week, with the NGX All-Share Index (ASI) slipping 0.18% to close at 105,931.18 points, down from 106,116.18. Market capitalization also took a hit, dropping N116 billion to N66.577 trillion. The decline was largely driven by profit-taking in heavyweights like MTN Nigeria (-6.07%), Livestock…
The Students’ Union Government (SUG) of the Federal University of Technology, Minna has announced a bold initiative aimed at securing an extension for the payment of school fees for the 2024/2025 academic session. In a press release dated April 29, 2025, the Office of the Public Relations Officer of the SUG addressed the urgent financial…
