Do you know Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, can give you a perfect weekend getaway? Yes, an Ibadan weekend getaway. Photo Credit: Samuel Falade. People are quite oblivious to the goodness of Ibadan houses. It is not just the brown roof city. Ibadan is quite a buzzing city with loads of fun imbued within it only if you know it. With drastic improvements in the city’s road system, a…

By Aanu Adeoye in Lagos Buyer of ExxonMobil’s assets in the west African country wants to double production within six months The Nigerian company that took over the local operation of ExxonMobil wants to double production within six months, after moving in to take advantage of the retreat of foreign majors from the county’s onshore oil sector. London-listed Seplat completed its purchase of a range of oil and gas assets…

Economists are sometimes accused of spending too much time studying recondite subjects and constructing elaborate theoretical modls of little interest to anyone outside the profession’s high clergy, but here’s an NBER paper on some real-life drama. FT Alphaville’s emphasis below: In this study, we investigate whether reproductive rights affect migration. We do so using a synthetic difference-in-differences design that leverages variation from the 2022 Dobbs decision, which allowed…

The Rivers State Police Command, through the C4i Strike Force, has donated food items to children living with disabilities. The Police spokesperson, Grace Iringe-Koko, on Monday noted that the visitation commemorates the New Year celebration. Iringe-Koko said the visit to the Compassion Centre for Physically Challenged/Handicapped Children, Catholic Diocese of Port Harcourt, located in Trans-Amadi, was led by the Commander, CSP Julian Igbudu, in fulfillment of a previously made vow.…

For a few minutes, I need you to be a blockchain technology nerd for few minutes. Have you at some point been hearing about SUI and the SUI network in the crypto community and a bit confused about what it is and means? I have got a easy breakdown for you as to what SUI means, the SUI network and its community. SUI is a Layer-1 blockchain developed by Mysten…

It is the start of a new year and perhaps about the right time to change old devices to new ones. You know what they say; “start the new year with new things”. Who said new things shouldn’t include new devices just include your laptop or desktop? Personal computers have basically transitioned from being a luxury to a necessity, and here are 5 reasons you might consider getting a Windows…

Falling approval ratings, Canada’s housing crisis and the Conservatives racing ahead in the polls leads to PM’s resignation. Justin Trudeau announced his resignation on Monday after nearly 10 years as Canada’s prime minister. Here are five charts that explain his downfall: Mr Trudeau’s political honeymoon lasted until March 2018, when he faced several controversies, including allegations – which he denied – that he groped a reporter in 2000. The following year, pictures emerged of him wearing…

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation as leader of the Liberal Party, following significant internal dissent over escalating living costs and a housing crisis Trudeau will remain in office until a successor is chosen. He has also prorogued Parliament until March 24, effectively suspending its operations. This decision comes after Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned, citing disagreements over the government’s response to potential U.S. tariffs under President-elect…

Two persons have purportedly been killed in a suspected cult clash in Owo town of Owo Local Government Area, Ondo State, on Monday. Naija Confra, an advocacy group, shared on their X page, disclosing that a member of a group named Alfa was killed in the early hours of today while making his way back home from a club. The advocacy group for peace revealed that no group has claimed…

When talks of mobile phones and devices come up in modern times, the Samsung brand can easily be tagged as a top contender in the phone market. The Samsung Galaxy S25 series is set to be unveiled on January 22, 2025, with pre-orders starting on the same day and general availability expected around February 5, 2025. This information comes from multiple reliable sources, including industry tipster Evan Blass.The Samsung Galaxy…

The Oraimo SpaceBuds Hybrid ANC True Wireless Earbuds have garnered attention for their impressive features and competitive price point. Oraimo being a company known for producing top quality products with reasonable prices released this some months ago. Here’s a detailed review based on usage. Design and Comfort: The SpaceBuds sport a sleek, compact design with a streamlined charging case for easy portability.They are lightweight, ensuring comfort during extended use.(Some users…

Things could be a little frosty inside the president’s armored limo on the morning of January 20. President Joe Biden and Donald Trump, his predecessor and successor, have never been friendly. The current commander in chief thinks the president-elect is a mortal threat to America’s soul. Trump has long insulted “Sleepy Joe” Biden and claims he ordered his multiple indictments, despite a lack of evidence. The atmosphere between the two…