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Nigerian Firm Commences Operations at $1.3 Billion Zungeru Power Plant, Promising Positive Impact on National Grid
Mainstream Energy Solutions Limited, a Nigerian energy company, has recently initiated operations at the Zungeru hydropower plant, marking a significant milestone almost one year after securing the ...
Chinese Electric Vehicle Manufacturer BYD Expands Presence in East Africa, Entering Rwanda
Chinese EV Maker Extends Reach to Rwanda Build Your Dreams (BYD), a prominent Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, has announced its expansion into Rwanda, marking a strategic mo ...
EU Applauds Shift as Apple Opens iPhone to Competing App Stores
The European Union's digital regulator expressed satisfaction on Friday over the ongoing transformation in the technology landscape, following Apple's compliance with a new EU law. The tech ...
Fresh Tragedy in Ibadan as Fire Engulfs INEC Office; No Casualties Reported
The office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Ibadan Southeast Local Government Area has experienced a fire outbreak, as confirmed by Dr. Adeniran Tella, the Resident Electo ...
Plateau Crisis: Military Blames Residents for Renewed Killings as Insecurity Escalates
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has attributed the recent surge in violence in Mangu local government of Plateau State to residents, describing it as a self-inflicted crisis. The military explained ...
State Police: Nigerians Express Concern as Tinubu's Stance Remains Unclear Amid Escalating Killings
In the midst of escalating insecurity across Nigeria, there is a growing demand for the creation of state police as a potential solution. However, President Bola Tinubu, a key political figure, has ...
Nigerian Military Attributes Mangu Crisis to Cattle Rustling and Fatal Collision Incident
The Nigerian Defence Headquarters has disclosed the primary cause of the ongoing crisis in the Mangu area of Plateau State. According to Maj Gen Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, t ...
Wike Directs FCT Council Chairmen to Hold Mandatory Monthly Security Meetings
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has issued a directive mandating the chairmen of the six area councils in the FCT to conduct mandatory monthly security meetings. T ...
PalmPay Urges Users to Update BVN, NIN as Unverified Wallets Face Closure from January 31
In response to the Central Bank of Nigeria's (CBN) directive aimed at reinforcing Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures for Tier 1 accounts, fintech company PalmPay is urging its users to promptl ...
Police Neutralize Notorious Kidnap Kingpin and Gang Members in Abuja Forest Operation
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has reported a successful operation in which three notorious kidnap kingpins were neutralized in a forest within the Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territo ...
Portable Speaks Out From Hospital Bed:
Controversial singer, Portable, has voiced his frustration from his hospital bed, asserting that Nigerians only seem to seek justice for the deceased. This comes days after he was reportedly assaul ...
AFCON 2023: Rigobert Song Boosts Morale as Cameroon Prepares for Showdown with Super Eagles
Cameroon's head coach, Rigobert Song, is rallying his team for a crucial clash against Nigeria in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), expressing confidence and readiness for the anticipated ...
Dangote, Rabiu, Adenuga Witness Surge in Combined Wealth Despite Economic Challenges in 2024
Forbes Real-Time Billionaires list reveals a remarkable surge in the collective wealth of Nigeria's prominent billionaires, Aliko Dangote, Abdulsamad Rabiu, and Mike Adenuga, amid economic cris ...
Former INEC Chairman Attahiru Jega Urges Probe into iREV Failure During 2023 Elections
Former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Attahiru Jega, has called for a thorough investigation into the malfunction of the result viewing portal (IReV) du ...
PDP Chairman Kidnapped in Lagos, Kidnappers Demand N200m Ransom
Mr. Philip Aivoji, the chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos State, has been reported as abducted, according to recent updates. The incident occurred on Thursday, Januar ...
Tesla Anticipates Slower 2024 Growth, Q4 Earnings Below Estimates
Electric vehicle giant Tesla reported lower-than-expected operating profits in the fourth quarter, despite increased revenues and a rise in auto deliveries. The company, led by Elon Musk, warned of ...
Supreme Court Confirms Siminalayi Fubara as Rivers Governor
In a significant legal pronouncement, the Supreme Court has officially declared Siminalayi Fubara as the duly elected Governor of Rivers State. The challenge to Fubara's victory in the 2023 ele ...
Supreme Court Validates Agbu Kefas' Victory as Taraba Governor
In a groundbreaking decision, the Supreme Court has upheld the election victory of Agbu Kefas as the Governor of Taraba State. Justice Mohammed Garba delivered the lead judgment, dismissing an appe ...
Supreme Court Upholds Ahmed Aliyu's Election as Sokoto Governor
In a pivotal decision, the Supreme Court has affirmed the election of Ahmed Aliyu as the Governor of Sokoto. Justice Tijani Abubakar, speaking on behalf of the apex court panel led by Justice Kudir ...
Aliko Dangote's Net Worth Soars to $22 Billion, Outpacing Bill Gates' January Earnings
Aliko Dangote, the wealthiest individual in Nigeria and Africa, has witnessed an unprecedented surge in his net worth, reaching an impressive $22 billion in less than three weeks. This remarkable d ...