Labour PartyLabour Party to field Peter Obi against President Tinubu In 2027 Labour Party
The Labour Party (LP) says it would field former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, as its candidate in the 2027 general elections. Revealing this during an interview on Channels Television, monitored from our studios, National Publicity Secretary of the Labour Party, Abayomi Arabambi, said President Bola Tinubu would not have a smooth sail in the […]
Sabrina Carpenter will perform at this year’s Brit Awards on March 1
The singer has also been named winner of the ceremony’s Global Success award recognising “phenomenal” worldwide music sales. It is the first time an international artist has been given the honour after the Brits Awards heads changed the rules to make overseas artists eligible. Previous winners have included One Direction, Ed Sheeran, Adele and Sam […]
Rema Announces Tour Dates
Nigerian singer Rema has announced that he will kick-off his Tour 2025, with Edmonton, Canada, on April 11 and end in Barcelona on August 3. The Calm Down hitmaker, took to his Instagram page to note that he will be performing in Mexico city, New York, Milan, Brussels, Osaka, Berlin, Tokyo and Chicago, as well as […]
Flying Eagles to tackle Egypt in friendlies ahead of U-20 AFCON
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles will take on Egypt in a double-header friendly on February 25 and February 27, in Cairo. Both games will serve as part of the Flying Eagles preparation for the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations. Head coach, Aliyu Zubairu has already invited 30 players for the friendlies. Cote d’Ivoire will host the […]
South Sudan’s President sacks two Vice-Presidents
South Sudan’s President, Salva Kiir, has sacked two of his vice-presidents, the country’s spy chief and other senior officials. The dismissals were announced in a series of presidential decrees read on the state broadcaster. However, no reasons were given for the move. South Sudan has five vice-presidents as part of a 2018 peace agreement to […]
Nigeria Customs suspends implementation of 4% Free On-Board charge
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced the suspension of the planned implementation of a four per cent Free-on-Board (FOB) charge on imports, as outlined in the Nigeria Customs Service Act (NCSA) 2023. The Controller General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, who announced this in a statement yesterday, said the suspension follows ongoing consultations with the […]
CBN halts Free Withdrawals for customers using Other Banks’ ATMs
From March 1, customers will now pay for every withdrawal made from another bank’s ATM in Nigeria. This is as the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, will scrap the three free monthly withdrawals previously allowed for customers using other banks’ ATMs. In a circular signed by its Acting Director of Financial Policy, John Onojah, the […]
FG Committed to Reduce Food Prices Through Agricultural Investments
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to lowering the cost of food commodities through massive investments in agricultural production. Idris stated this in Abuja on Tuesday at a press briefing to kick-start the Ministerial Briefing Session for 2025.He emphasized that while the government will not impose price controls […]
Kendrick Lamar And SZA Include Europe To Their Tour Stops
Fresh off their Super Bowl halftime spectacle, American rapper Kendrick Lamar and singer SZA are expanding their upcoming tour to make stops in Europe. The additional stops announced Monday include a July 4 show in Frankfurt, Germany. Lamar and SZA are set to kick off their Grand National Tour in Minneapolis on April 19 and […]
Magixx Announces Debut Album Date
Afrobeat sensation, Magixx, has officially announced the release date of his debut album, “I Dream in Color”, which is set to drop on February 28, 2025. Magixx shared his inspiration behind the album, dedicating it to everyone who dares to dream big, regardless of their current circumstances. With the phrase “Mind over sight”, Magixx encourages […]