Nigeria’s crude oil production increased to 1.459 million barrels per day (bpd) in January 2026, solidifying its position as Africa’s largest oil producer. However, the country’s output remained below its Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) quota. The data was revealed in OPEC’s latest Monthly Oil Market Report (MOMR), published on Wednesday. While the figures show…
The naira appreciated to N1,349.5 per US dollar in the official foreign exchange market on Tuesday. This marks the first time it has traded below the N1,350/$ threshold since May 29, 2024. Data from the official market shows the currency improved from Monday’s rate of N1,354.9 per dollar. The appreciation reflects sustained gains in the…
Actress Doris Ogala has expanded her list of religious leaders she has issues with, making fresh allegations against them. However, For months, Doris Ogala has been publicly calling out Pastor Chris Okafor. Now, she has added three more pastors to the mix. Also, She accused these pastors of not being genuine and claimed they gave…
The Lagos State Government has announced a four-week partial closure of the Lagos–Abeokuta Expressway to carry out essential repairs on damaged sections of the road. This announcement made in a statement signed by the Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, on Tuesday. However, The closure will affect both inbound and outbound lanes between U-Turn Bus Stop…
The Federal Government of Nigeria, in collaboration with Ericsson, is to launch the Connect NextGen Innovation Hackathon. This initiative aims to equip Nigerian youths with cutting-edge technology skills. However, This announcement made in a statement from the State House Press Release, signed by Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications. The…
A young widow broke down in tears during the ongoing “Occupy the National Assembly” protest in Abuja. As she shared her heartbreaking story. She revealed that her husband kidnapped and killed just one year after their wedding. Despite the family paying the ransom demanded by the abductors. The emotional widow story deeply touched the protesters,…
The Malaysian government plans to launch a new digital platform that will allow employers to hire foreign workers directly, eliminating the need for private recruitment agents who have long controlled the process. Malaysia’s Human Resources Minister, Datuk Seri Ramanan Ramakrishnan, announced the initiative, which aims to reduce recruitment costs, prevent worker exploitation, and enhance transparency…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has reduced the cargo port charge at Lagos’ Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) to N15 per kilogram. This decision follows negotiations with cargo handling stakeholders. FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Henry Agbebire. Announced the development in a statement shared on the Authority’s official X page…
Isaac Fayose has stirred up controversy on social media. This after making a statement about the Igbo ethnic group that many found offensive. In a video making the rounds online, Fayose expressed gratitude for not being Igbo. Claiming the tribe is easily swayed by money and power. His remarks have sparked outrage, with many Nigerians…
The cybersecurity framework proposed by federal government implemented at the beginning of the year. With the intent of mitigating the increased incidences of AI-based cyberattacks on banks, corporations, and governmental institutions. The choice made by the Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi. The announcement comes with growing concerns. That the…
