< 1 mn read According to Spotify data, Amapiano, the South African dance genre, has made significant strides in Nigeria over the past decade. Here are some key points: 1. **Most Streamed Amapiano Song**: Davido’s track ‘Champion Sound’ featuring Focalistic tops the list as the most streamed Amapiano song in Nigeria over the last 10 years. This indicates the […]
< 1 mn read Commissioner Adebola Sofela, from Ogun State’s Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment, recently underscored the government’s efforts to enhance economic growth by addressing key issues such as harmonization of taxes and promoting local employment opportunities. During a visit to Nestle Nigeria’s Managing Director, Wassim Elhusseini, Sofela emphasized the importance of fostering strong partnerships between the […]
< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu is set to depart Abuja for Lagos on Friday to celebrate Eid-el-Kabir and spend the Sallah holidays in Lagos state. This decision was communicated through a statement by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President, Media and Publicity, in Abuja. The statement emphasized that President Tinubu will observe Eid-el-Kabir in Lagos, […]
2 mn read Justice Liman Mohammed of the Federal High Court in Kano State made a significant ruling on Thursday, June 13, regarding the rights of the former Emir Aminu Bayero and ongoing disputes within the Kano emirate. Here are the key points from the recent developments: ### Court Verdict and Fine: – **Judicial Affirmation**: Justice Liman Mohammed […]
2 mn read The Kenyan budget briefcase holds a unique place in the country’s ceremonial and governmental traditions. Here are the key aspects and anecdotes associated with this iconic symbol: ### Origin and Tradition: – **British Influence**: The tradition of the budget briefcase in Kenya is believed to have originated from British colonial practices. In the United Kingdom, […]
2 mn read The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) is taking significant steps to ensure transparency and efficiency in its student loan application process through the NELFUND Student Verification System (SVS). Here are the key points highlighted in their recent statement: ### Key Highlights: 1. **Publication of Institutions’ Data**: NELFUND will publish a comprehensive list of institutions that […]
2 mn read The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has raised concerns over the increasing sale of adulterated and contaminated foods in Nigerian markets. The acting Executive Vice Chairman, Dr. Adamu Abdullahi, highlighted various forms of adulteration such as forceful ripening of fruits, adulterated palm oil, contaminated meat, and grains during a sensitization event in Abuja. […]
2 mn read The Arondizuogu Patriotic Union (APU), a socio-cultural group based in the United Kingdom and Ireland, has sponsored 125 students for the 2024 Junior West Africa Examination Council (WAEC) in Imo State, Nigeria. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden on parents and students from three major schools in Arondizuogu and is part of APU’s […]
2 mn read The Dutch government has implemented stringent measures to address the misuse of its asylum system by some Ugandans who falsely claim to be LGBTQ+ in order to secure refugee status. This phenomenon has led to a significant drop in the acceptance rate of asylum applications from Uganda, highlighting the complexities and challenges within the Dutch […]
2 mn read The proposed bill authored by Akin Fapohunda, titled “A Bill for an Act to Substitute the Annexure to Decree 24 of 1999 with New Governance Model for the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” aims to fundamentally reshape Nigeria’s governance structure by reintroducing regionalism. Here are the key points and provisions of the bill: 1. **Introduction of […]
