US Embassy in Nigeria Updates Visa Process
The United States Embassy in Nigeria has announced updates to its immigration visa process, effective January 1, 2025. According to the embassy shared on its official X page, Applicants with scheduled interviews will now need to visit the Consulate General in Lagos twice as part of the application procedure. It noted that the new process; […]
President Tinubu Promises to Handle Return of Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso to ECOWAS
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said the interest and welfare of the citizens in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger remain priority for leaders of ECOWAS, assuring that wisdom and diplomacy will make the difference in reintegrating the countries into the commission. Receiving the President of Germany, Frank–Walter Steinmeier, in a State Visit at the Presidential […]
Senate Orders Arrest of Julius Berger MD Over Road Project
Meanwhile, the Upper legislative chamber has ordered the arrest of the Managing Director of Julius Berger PLC for failing to appear before its Committee on Works to explain the stalled execution of the Itu-Odukpani highway contract. President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, announced the resolution during plenary, following a Point of Order raised by Senate […]
INEC Announces Plans To Introduce Computer-Generated Slips For Voter’s AccreditationÂ
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has recommended the use of computer-generated slips in place of Permanent Voters’ Cards (PVCs) for voter’s accreditation in future elections. Chairman of INEC Mahmood Yakubu who disclosed this at the consultative meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) in Abuja, said the proposal was part of the 142 recommendations outlined […]
Power Minister Says Nigeria To Add 150 Megawatts of Electricity Before End of 2024
The Minister of Power, Mr Adebayo Adelabu has revealed that Nigeria is set to add 150 megawatts of electricity to its national grid before the end of the year 2024. The minister who made this known to newsmen after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and President of the Federal Republic of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier had a closed-door meeting […]
Cynthia Erivo And Grande Among Golden Globe Nominees
British actress Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are among the stars who have scored nominations for the Golden Globes, as the Hollywood award season kicks off in earnest. Erivo is shortlisted for best female actor in a comedy or musical for her role as Elphaba in the hit film Wicked, while co-star Grande is in the running for best […]
Real Madrid and Manchester City Dominate FIFPRO World 11 Team
Six players from Champions League winners Real Madrid and four from Manchester City feature in this year’s FIFPRO World 11. For the first time in almost 20 years Lionel Messi was absent from the list announced yesterday by the global players’ association. The Argentinian, who holds the all-time record with 17 selections, was replaced in […]
The President of Germany to Arrive Nigeria Today
The President of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier is set to arrive in Nigeria today December 10, 2024 and stay until December 12, 2024. The German Embassy said in a statement yesterday that while in Abuja, President Steinmeier will meet with President Bola Tinubu, as well as with the President of the Commission of Economic Community of […]
TikTok’s Uncertain Future Sparks Rumors of Disney Acquisition
As the fate of TikTok hangs in the balance, rumors of a potential acquisition by Disney have surfaced, fueled by a recent court ruling that could lead to the app’s ban in the United States. With a reported price tag of $100 billion, the alleged deal would be Disney’s largest acquisition to date, surpassing its […]
Jay Z Denies Allegations of Assault in Lawsuit Against Diddy
American rapper Jay Z has publicly refuted allegations of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000, as claimed in an amended lawsuit against Sean “Diddy” Combs. The accuser, identified as “Jane Doe,” alleges that the incident occurred at an after-party following the 2000 Video Music Awards. According to the lawsuit, Jane Doe claims she felt disoriented […]
