Wema Bank has announced a remarkable 135% increase in its profit before tax, reaching N102.51 billion in 2024. This impressive growth comes in comparison to the N43.59 billion recorded in 2023. The bank’s strong financial performance has also led it to propose a
Police in Delta State, Nigeria, have accused a hotel manager and two others of allegedly stabbing a guest, Sunday Ogofotha, to death. How It Happened According to the state police spokesperson, Bright Edafe, the incident occurred on March 21 in Owhelogbo, a village
For Terem Moffi, the past eight months have been a true test of patience and determination. The Super Eagles forward suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury during pre-season in July 2024, forcing him to undergo surgery and miss the first half of
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has hinted at running for a third term, despite the Constitution restricting presidents to two terms. Trump’s Interest in a Third Term During a phone interview with NBC News on Sunday, Trump said he was exploring ways to
The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has announced a review of 26 oil block divestments worth $6.03 billion by five International Oil Companies (IOCs). This decision comes amid concerns from host communities over environmental damage and other unresolved issues. Why NEITI is
Edison Ehie, the chief of staff to suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, has revealed that he was offered ₦5 billion to support an impeachment move against his boss. Bribe Allegation Ehie made this shocking claim during an interview on Channels TV’s Sunday
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing how we work and live. In Nigeria, AI tools can help you grow your career, learn new skills, and improve productivity. Whether you are a student, entrepreneur, or professional, using AI can give you an edge in today’s
President Bola Tinubu has explained why he appointed Bosun Tijani as Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy despite his past criticism. According to Tinubu, his decision reflects his belief in recognizing talent, even among those who once opposed him. Tinubu’s Decision and
Babafemi Badejo, a respected scholar, lawyer, and diplomat, has received the prestigious 2025 Nelson Mandela Distinguished Africanist Award. The Award Committee of the 2025 Africa Annual Events and the University of Texas at Austin honored him for his lifelong dedication to African studies
Depositors of the now-defunct Heritage Bank with balances above the N5 million insurance limit will start receiving partial refunds in April, according to the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC). Background on Heritage Bank’s Closure Heritage Bank’s sudden shutdown left many customers uncertain about