Internet Usage Surges to New High Nigeria recorded a sharp rise in internet usage in the first quarter of 2026. Data consumption reached 4.06 million terabytes within three months. Figures from the Nigerian Communications Commission show this is the highest quarterly usage on record. Users consumed over four billion gigabytes during the period. Digital Services…
President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja on Saturday for a 14-day visit to France, Kenya and Rwanda, the presidency said in a statement on Friday. In the statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, special adviser to the president on information and strategy, Tinubu is scheduled to visit France first before proceeding to Nairobi, Kenya. The president…
Company Reaches Settlement in Data Privacy Case European Wax Center has agreed to a multimillion-dollar settlement. The deal resolves a class-action lawsuit over data tracking practices. The lawsuit claims the company collected customer data without consent. Plaintiffs said the company used tracking tools on its website. Allegations Focus on Tracking Technologies The complaint states that…
U.S. Announces New Tariff Increase Donald Trump has announced a new tariff hike on European vehicles. The U.S. will raise duties on cars and trucks from the European Union to 25%. The increase will take effect next week. Trump said the decision followed the EU’s failure to meet trade agreement terms. White House Defends the…
Cigna Announces ACA Exit Cigna has announced plans to leave the Affordable Care Act marketplace by 2027. Executives shared the decision during the company’s latest earnings call. The company reported strong financial results for the first quarter. Net income reached $1.7 billion, beating expectations. Second Major Insurer to Withdraw Cigna follows Aetna, owned by CVS…
Aviation Stakeholders Support Government Action Experts in Nigeria’s aviation sector have defended the Federal Government’s intervention in the ongoing aviation fuel crisis. The stakeholders warned that unchecked market forces could cripple the country’s air transport industry, which remains critical to the economy. Nigeria’s aviation sector has faced mounting pressure in recent months following a sharp…
Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has commended Nigerian workers for their contributions to national development, while lamenting the harsh economic conditions they face. In a post on X on Friday to mark Workers’ Day, Obi said the sacrifices of workers continue to sustain the country despite growing hardship. “I warmly…
Investigation Targets Chemical Use in Clothing Rising interest in health and fitness has increased scrutiny on everyday products. Activewear now faces questions over hidden chemical risks. Ken Paxton recently launched a civil investigation into Lululemon. The probe examines whether its clothing contains so-called “forever chemicals.” What Are PFAS and Why They Matter PFAS, or per-…
Limited Access to Workplace Benefits A large share of U.S. workers do not receive retirement benefits from their employers. According to The Pew Charitable Trusts, nearly half of private sector employees lack access to such plans. This gap affects about 56 million workers. Many of them struggle to prepare for long-term financial security. Low Savings…
Naira Posts Modest Appreciation The Nigerian currency showed a slight recovery against the US dollar on Wednesday. It ended a recent streak of depreciation in the official market. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed the naira closed at N1,379.46 per dollar. This marks a small gain from N1,380.71 recorded the previous day. The…
