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Senate Bars Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from Resuming, Says No Court Order Mandates Her Recall Yet

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Nigerian Senate has directed Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central to stay away from legislative proceedings, declaring that her suspension remains in effect. In a statement released on Sunday, Senate spokesperson Yemi Adaramodu stated that there is no valid court order requiring the Senate to lift the suspension or allow her return before its […]

Tinubu Pays Tribute to Late Awujale of Ijebu Kingdom

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

President Bola Tinubu departed Abuja on Sunday for Ijebu, Ogun State, to honour the late Awujale of Ijebu Kingdom, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona. The President’s visit was in respect of the eighth-day Fidau prayer held in memory of the revered monarch, who passed away on July 13 at the age of 91 and was buried […]

Nigeria Secures Over $20 Billion in Investment Commitments from China — NCSP DG Tegbe

July 19, 2025July 19, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Director General of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, has announced that recent bilateral engagements between Nigeria and China have resulted in over $20 billion in investment commitments across critical sectors of the Nigerian economy. Tegbe made the disclosure in a statement released by the NCSP on Friday, following a media interactive […]

Top 5 Affordable Samsung Phones in Nigeria (2025): Premium Features Without the Premium Price

July 19, 2025July 19, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Samsung has built a solid reputation for blending performance, style, and innovation across its smartphone range—from premium Galaxy S models to budget-friendly alternatives. In 2025, you no longer need to splurge to enjoy a stylish, long-lasting Samsung phone that performs reliably. If you’re upgrading from a feature phone, replacing an older device, or simply need […]

Burna Boy Reveals He Recorded His First Song at 13 Using Game Beats and a Tape Recorder

July 19, 2025July 19, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Grammy Award-winning artist Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has opened up about his early journey into music, revealing that he recorded his very first song at just 13 years old using a tape recorder, a radio, and beats from popular video games. In a recent interview with Apple Music’s Ebro Darden, the Nigerian […]

Presidency Blasts ADC Over Accusations of Politicizing Buhari’s Death

July 19, 2025July 19, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Presidency has strongly responded to claims by the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing the party’s accusation that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is using the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari for political image-laundering as “shameless” and “obnoxious.” In a statement issued Saturday, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Mr. Sunday […]

Oyo APC Rallies Stakeholders for Ibadan North By-Election, Emphasises Unity and Fairness

July 19, 2025July 19, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has begun strategic preparations for the upcoming by-election in Ibadan North Federal Constituency, following the announcement by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to fill the vacant seat in the House of Representatives. During a high-level meeting held at the party’s state secretariat in Oke-Ado, Ibadan, the […]

CBN MPC Meeting: Analysts Tip Rate Hold at 27.5%, Weigh Marginal Cut as Inflation Moderates

July 19, 2025July 19, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

With the Central Bank of Nigeria’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting set for July 22, 2025, analysts are broadly projecting a hold on the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR), currently at 27.5%. This consensus reflects a mix of cautious optimism about moderating inflation and exchange rate stability, balanced against persistent risks to economic growth and inflationary […]