Cote d’Ivoire Withdraws As Host For 2025 U-20 AFCON.
Cote d’Ivoire has withdrawn from hosting the 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations just weeks before the tournament is set to begin from April 26 to May 18, 2025. In a statement, the Ivorian Football Federation said the government has officially notified the CAF Secretary General of this development. CAF had already conducted the draw […]
U.S. Embassy In Chad Suspends Non-immigrant Visas For 90 Days
U.S. embassy in Chad has suspended the issuance of most non-immigrant visas for 90 days. The State Department announced this yesterday, marking the first known international travel restrictions of President Donald Trump’s second term. A State Department spokesperson, who failed to give reason for the suspension, said it applied to non-immigrant tourists, business travelers and student […]
Bill To Return Nigeria To Parliamentary System Scales Second Reading
A bill seeking to return Nigeria to the parliamentary system of government, and establish the office of the Prime Minister as Head of Government and the President as Head of State, passed second reading yesterday at the House of Representatives. The proposed legislation, sponsored by Minority Leader Kingsley Chinda and 59 others, seeks to alter […]
Davido Shares Reason Behind “5ive”
Multi-award-winning singer Davido has shared the inspiration behind the title of his highly anticipated fifth studio album, ‘5ive’, during a recent appearance on a Twitch stream hosted by Cruel Santino. According to the artist, the title reflects the fact that this is his fifth album, set for release on April 18th, which follows his “Time […]
FIFA Declares $125m Prize For Club World Cup Winners
FIFA President, Gianni Infantino, says the team that wins this year’s expanded Club World Cup in the United States can earn up to $125 million in prize money, including extra bonuses. Infantino, in a statement yesterday, announced that the total prize money for the tournament, which will take place from June 14 to July 13, […]
Niger’s Junta Announces Five-Year Transition To Constitutional Rule
Niger’s ruling junta says there would be a five-year transition to constitutional rule with immediate effect. The time frame announced during a signing ceremony for a new transition charter yesterday, is in line with recommendations made in February by a commission following national discussions. Abdourahamane Tchiani, the leader of Niger’s junta, was also sworn in as the […]
Customs Begins Zero-Tariff On Imported Pharmaceutical Inputs
Nigerian Customs Service has begun implementing a two-year exemption on import duty and Value Added Tax (VAT) for key pharmaceutical raw materials. Its National Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Maiwada, who announced this however clarified that only manufacturers of pharmaceutical products recognised by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and who possess a valid […]
Federal Government Declares Holidays to Celebrate Eid-El-Fitr.
The Federal Government has declared Monday and Tuesday, March 31 and April 1, respectively, as public holidays to mark the 2025 Eid-el-Fitr celebration. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration in a statement yesterday, congratulating the Muslim faithful on the successful completion of the fasting in the holy month of Ramadan. Tunji-Ojo also […]
Jessie J Denies Pregnancy Speculation
American singer, Jessie J, has denied speculation that she’s pregnant with baby Number 2, saying she’s focused on releasing new music, which she’s been teasing since last October. She noted that while the “business side” of her music career has been rocky, she’s “manifesting” her upcoming album, which will be released sometime this year. The […]
Organised Labour Threatens Action In Rivers State Is Not Reversed
The Rivers State Organised Labour are threatening to embark on strategic union actions that may disrupt national economic activities if their demands are not met within a reasonable timeframe. The threat comes on the heels of the recent declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, which the labour union, in a statement yesterday, […]