President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the immediate release of approved funds for the maintenance of Nigeria’s space assets. Signaling renewed commitment to advancing the country’s long-term space ambitions. The directive issued during the first meeting of the National Space Council at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Where the President was represented by Vice President…
The US Embassy in Abuja cancelled all visa appointments for March 4. Embassy officials made the decision due to potential protests in the capital. The announcement came on March 3. Officials linked the step to ongoing regional tensions. Embassy Releases Official Statement US Embassy officials published the notice on their website. They explained the cancellation…
The Federal Government has introduced new Presumptive Tax Rules aimed at simplifying tax compliance. f or micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria. The announcement made by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun. As part of ongoing fiscal reforms designed to strengthen revenue generation without placing additional burden…
Hailey Bieber, 29, recently shared details about a health challenge she faced before giving birth to her son, Jack Blues. The Rhode founder opened up during an appearance on the SHE MD podcast with her OB/GYN, Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi. Hailey, who is married to singer Justin Bieber, revealed that her pregnancy came as a surprise. This was…
Two major telecom operators in Nigeria, MTN and Airtel, earned over N3.6 trillion from data services alone. Reflecting the country’s increasing demand for internet usage. In recent years, data has surpassed voice as the primary revenue source for mobile network operators. The latest financial reports from MTN and Airtel reveal that data revenue growth has…
Atlético Madrid lost 3-0 to Barcelona in the second leg of the Copa del Rey semifinal at Camp Nou on Tuesday evening. However, the victory failed to secure progression to the final. Atlético Madrid advanced with a 4-3 aggregate scoreline following their 4-0 triumph in the first leg. First Half Dominance The hosts established early…
The U.S. Embassy in Beirut announced on March 3, 2026, that it would remain closed until further notice. Embassy officials pointed to ongoing regional tensions as the direct cause. The embassy posted the decision on the social media platform X. “Due to ongoing regional tensions, US Embassy Beirut will be closed until further notice,” the…
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) reported 75 Lassa fever deaths across Nigeria in seven weeks. In its latest situation report the agency confirmed 326 cases as of epidemiological week seven from February 9 to 15. These cases spread across 16 states and 58 local government areas. The report showed a case…
Father of accused shooter receives guilty verdict on all counts after brief jury deliberations. The jury convicted Colin Gray of second-degree murder and all other charges on Tuesday. The panel reached its decision in less than two hours of deliberations following two weeks of testimony. Colin Gray faced nearly 30 counts in connection with the…
Family members of Mexican drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes buried him in a golden casket on Monday. The ceremony took place in Jalisco state near Guadalajara. Officials confirmed the burial at a cemetery in Zapopan. Burial Occurs in Cartel Stronghold Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes led the Jalisco New Generation Cartel for years. Subsequently, he died in…
