President Bola Tinubu has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle, removing Wale Edun as minister of finance and appointing Taiwo Oyedele as his replacement. In a statement issued by the office of the secretary to the government of the federation, George Akume said Edun has been directed to hand over to Oyedele, who will now serve…
Some of the most luxurious hotels in Africa are found in Nigeria, which provide the world-class services, high-level comfort, and the amazing experience. These are not mere hotels to sleep but hotels that cater to the high-net-worth, business executives, celebrities, and tourists who want the best hospitality services. These are the top 10 most expensive…
The Lagos State Government has intensified its fight against open defecation by deploying 1,710 public toilets across the state. The facilities have been strategically placed in busy areas such as markets, motor parks, and densely populated communities to ensure easy access for residents and visitors. Officials say the move is part of a broader plan…
Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves fell to $48.6 billion as of April 16, 2026, reflecting a cumulative drop of $1.38 billion over five weeks. This information comes from data published by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). According to the CBN’s website, reserves were at $50.03 billion on March 11, 2026, before gradually declining to $48.65…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) wrapped up its testimony against Binance on Friday, accusing the cryptocurrency platform of conducting “hidden operations” in Nigeria without proper authorization. Dr. Olubukola Akinwunmi, Director of Banking Supervision at the CBN. Presented his final statements before Justice Emeka Nwite at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The case, initiated…
Tulupay, a subsidiary of Fintech Inclusion Holdings, is revolutionizing pan-African payments and financial services. With active operations in Estonia and a presence in Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Rwanda, and other markets, the company has unveiled its Financial Operating System (FOS). This unified financial ecosystem bridges Web2 and Web3 technologies to create a secure, interoperable, and advanced…
Members of the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) have temporarily suspended their planned nationwide shutdown scheduled for April 20, 2026, following an appeal by the Federal Government. The decision was announced after an emergency meeting, with the group describing the move as “concessionary but conditional.” The suspension comes after airlines threatened to halt operations due…
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced a temporary shutdown of its online portal for scheduled maintenance. The portal will be unavailable from 12:00 midnight on April 17, 2026, to 6:00 a.m. on April 20, 2026. This update was shared in a public notice issued by the Commission on April 17, 2026, highlighting planned system upgrades….
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has denied claims that it banned airtime borrowing and data advance services in the country. In a statement on Friday, Ondaje Ijagwu, director of corporate affairs at the commission, dismissed reports that airtime borrowing and data advance services had been shut down. He described the claims as…
A Chinese automaker has patented a voice-controlled toilet designed to fit inside a passenger vehicle. Seres, a carmaker based in Chongqing, has received a patent for what it describes as an “in-vehicle toilet” that slides out from beneath a passenger seat. According to the patent filing dated April 10, the feature is intended to help…
