October 5, 2024
Immigration launches contactless biometric passport capture
In a landmark development, the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) has introduced a new contactless biometric capture system, which will transform the passport application process. This innovative technology allows applicants to seamlessly complete the process from the comfort of their homes or workplaces using their mobile devices. Speaking at the unveiling event yesterday, Comptroller General of […]
LG Poll: Akwa Ibom Electoral Commission office razed
The Police Command in Akwa Ibom has confirmed a fire incident at the office complex of the Akwa Ibom State Independent Electoral Commission (AKISIEC) in Ibiono Ibom Local Government Area. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Timfon John, confirmed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Uyo on Saturday. She said that […]
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Meta on Wednesday announced the launch of its Content Monetization beta program for Facebook in a move aimed at improving the earning potential of content creators. This initiative, revealed on Wednesday, combines three key monetization tools—In-stream ads, Ads on Reels, and the Performance bonus—allowing creators to monetize a broader array of content types, including Reels, […]
FG moves to evacuate Nigerians in Lebanon
The Federal Government says it has begun preparations to evacuate Nigerians in Lebanon back to Nigeria. Amb. Eche Abu-Obe, Spokesperson Ministry of Foreign Affairs, disclosed this in a statement on Friday in Abuja, in view of the Israel-Hezbollah conflict. “Further to the deteriorating situation in Lebanon over the Israel-Hezbollah conflict, the government has commenced preparations […]
FCTA threatens to revoke plots owned by Buhari’s children, Gbajabiamila, Abbas, Saraki, others in Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory Administration has threatened to revoke the Certificates of Occupancy of the plots of land belonging to some prominent Nigerians and corporate organisations if they fail to settle the outstanding payments for the certificates within two weeks. The FCTA issued the threat in a notice to 3,273 allottees of the plots located […]
Warren Buffet sells Bank of America Shares worth $10 billion
Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has sold around $10 billion worth of Bank of America shares, reducing its stake by nearly a quarter. This move follows his earlier decision to cut his Apple holding by 56%, surprising investors with two major divestments from what were his largest equity positions. Berkshire offloaded 239 million Bank of America […]
60 million Nigerians gamble daily – Lottery agency DG
Michael Eja, the Director General of Cross Rivers State Lottery and Gaming Agency, has said that an estimated 60 million Nigerians gamble daily. He said the gambling industry in Nigeria is doing very well, and currently valued between N500 billion and N600 billion. According to him, despite this, over 90 percent of the potential of […]
Kano LG Polls: Court Hears APC’s Fresh Suit October 11
A Federal High Court sitting in Kano has fixed October 11, 2024 for hearing on a fresh suit instituted by the All Progressives Congress (APC) against the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC), seeking to stop the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from releasing the voters register for the conduct of the forthcoming local government […]
A’Ibom gov names daughter to oversee First Lady’s Office, dismisses remarrying claims
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has appointed his daughter, Helen Eno-Obareki, as the Acting First Lady of the state following the death of his wife, Pastor Patience Eno. The governor made the announcement on Friday during a condolence visit by Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, and other dignitaries in Uyo. Eno stated that […]
Just in: Wike’s supporters stage protest against ongoing Rivers LG polls
Supporters of former Rivers State Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, staged a protest on Saturday in Port Harcourt, calling on the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) to comply with a recent High Court judgment regarding the ongoing local government (LG) elections. The protest, which drew a large […]