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Former Presidential Spokesman, Doyin Okupe, Dies At 72 After Long Battle with Cancer

Dr. Doyin Okupe, a well-known Nigerian physician and politician, has died at the age of 72. His death was confirmed by sources close to his family, who revealed that he had been

Emmanuel Ochayi

March 7, 2025

Opinion·Politics

Akpabio-Natasha Sexual Harassment Saga: Absurdity Of A Senate Investigating Itself

The recent suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, following her sexual harassment allegations against Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has spotlighted a troubling paradox in Nigeria’s legislative process: the Senate’s capacity to impartially investigate

Emmanuel Ochayi

March 7, 2025

Africa

Longest-Serving African Presidents

As of 2025, Africa remains home to some of the longest-serving presidents in the world. These leaders have maintained power for decades, shaping their nations politically and economically. While some argue that

Emmanuel Ochayi

March 7, 2025

The equity market closed in positive territory for the second time this week as stocks rose by 0.04%. Investors traded N15.07bn worth of shares.

Business·Markets

Nigeria’s Equity Market Gains 0.32% After Three Days Of Losses Amid Investors Buy Undervalued Stocks

Nigeria’s equity market recorded its first gain in March after three days of losses. The market rose by 0.32% on Thursday as investors moved to acquire low-priced stocks. Shares of Transcorp, Africa

Emmanuel Ochayi

March 7, 2025

News·Politics

Nigerian Govt Freezes Bank Accounts Of Simon Ekpa, 16 Others For Terrorism

The Nigerian government has frozen the bank accounts of individuals and organisations linked to terrorism financing. This decision was made by the Nigeria Sanctions Committee, which met in Abuja on Thursday. The

Emmanuel Ochayi

March 6, 2025

NAFDAC Reopens Onitsha Drug Market Nearly One Month Of Closure, 50 trailers Of illicit drugs Seized

Business·News

NAFDAC Reopens Onitsha Drug Market, Seizes 50 truckloads Of Illicit Drugs

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has reopened the Onitsha Drug Market and nearby markets after nearly a month-long closure. The agency shut down the markets as

Emmanuel Ochayi

March 6, 2025

Natasha Denies Apologising To Senate As Constituents Submit Recall Petition

Politics

Sexual Harassment: Senate Suspends Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan For Six Months

The Senate has suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months following her dispute with Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The suspension was announced after the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Code of

Emmanuel Ochayi

March 6, 2025

Business·Oil & Gas

Dangote Refinery Fuel Distribution Expands with New Partner

Dangote Refinery has expanded its fuel distribution network by partnering with Optima Energy. This new addition complements its existing partnerships with MRS Nigeria, Ardova PLC, and Heyden. The move is expected to

Emmanuel Ochayi

March 6, 2025

World News

Supreme Court Rules On Trump’s Foreign Aid Freeze, Allowing Further Legal Battles

The Supreme Court of the United States has ruled against the Trump administration’s request to keep billions of dollars in foreign aid frozen. However, the decision does not require an immediate release

Emmanuel Ochayi

March 6, 2025

Expert Predicts Bitcoin Hitting $180,000 By End Of 2025, Urges Nigeria To Build Crypto Reserve

Business·Tech News·World News

Bitcoin Surges Past $92,000 As Market Rebounds Before US Crypto Summit

Bitcoin has experienced a strong recovery, rising by 6.23% to trade above $92,000. This marks a significant turnaround for the cryptocurrency market, which has reclaimed the $3 trillion global market capitalisation. The

Emmanuel Ochayi

March 6, 2025

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Former Presidential Spokesman, Doyin Okupe, Dies At 72 After Long Battle with Cancer

Akpabio-Natasha Sexual Harassment Saga: Absurdity Of A Senate Investigating Itself

Longest-Serving African Presidents

Nigeria’s Equity Market Gains 0.32% After Three Days Of Losses Amid Investors Buy Undervalued Stocks

Nigerian Govt Freezes Bank Accounts Of Simon Ekpa, 16 Others For Terrorism

NAFDAC Reopens Onitsha Drug Market, Seizes 50 truckloads Of Illicit Drugs

Sexual Harassment: Senate Suspends Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan For Six Months

Dangote Refinery Fuel Distribution Expands with New Partner

Supreme Court Rules On Trump’s Foreign Aid Freeze, Allowing Further Legal Battles

Bitcoin Surges Past $92,000 As Market Rebounds Before US Crypto Summit

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