As the debate rages in the public domain on President Bola Tinubu’s proposed tax reforms, and as Nigeria’s National Assembly deliberates on the tax bills before its floors, an essential religious concern has emerged on the matter that demands urgent attention. Within provisions of the proposed bills is a clause introducing taxes on inheritance wealth in a way that conflicts with religious teachings. Nigeria is a multi religious country whose…

Nollywood actress and former beauty queen, Princess Chineke has made a surprising career shift by joining the U.S. Army, becoming the first Nollywood star to enlist in the American military, Eyes Of Lagos reports. Previously known for her roles in popular Nigerian films and TV shows, Princess was also a contestant in the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria pageant. Now, she has opted for a life of service, trading her…

After a stellar performance against Erling Haaland in Liverpool’s 2-0 victory over Manchester City, Virgil van Dijk’s reputation as one of the Premier League’s greatest defenders continues to soar. The Dutchman’s commanding display, along with his overall career at Liverpool, has led some, like ex-Reds defender Jamie Carragher, to declare him “the best centre-back we’ve ever seen in the Premier League.” But with so many legendary centre-backs to have graced…

What do you need to start off Monday on a right note? Get motivated! Nigerians are really doing well in the international space. In this state of economic stability and warbled country image, it is indeed a message to constantly have folks represent us and make us proud out there! In this article, I have compiled a list of Nigerians who are currently doing well with international recognition. It is…

More than 50 people are feared dead after clashes between fans and a stampede at a football match in southeast Guinea, according to the government.Videos shared online, which have not been verified by Sky News, show several children spotted among the people on the ground, while images show fans scrambling over walls.Guinea’s government has said around 56 people have been killed and more injured after violence broke out over a…

The stage is set for an all-Brazilian showdown in Buenos Aires as Atlético Mineiro and Botafogo clash in the Copa Libertadores final at River Plate’s historic Monumental Stadium. The match, kicking off at 20:00 GMT, marks the sixth consecutive time a Brazilian club will lift South America’s most coveted trophy. A Tale of Two Clubs For Atlético Mineiro, this is a chance to recapture the glory of their 2013 Libertadores…

Leicester City’s interim manager, Ben Dawson, has confirmed that the club has addressed players’ “unacceptable” behavior during a recent Christmas party in Copenhagen. The incident came to light just days after the Foxes’ 2-1 defeat to Chelsea and the subsequent sacking of manager Steve Cooper. Videos circulating online, though unverified by BBC Sport, allegedly show players celebrating in a nightclub alongside a sign reading, “Enzo, I miss you,” referencing former…

In an exciting development, global markets are witnessing a surge in unicorns—companies valued at $1 billion or more—and Nigeria is no exception. Among the latest to join this prestigious group is Moniepoint, a leading Nigerian fintech, which recently attained unicorn status following a successful $110 million Series C funding round. This brings the total number of unicorns in Africa to eight, with Moniepoint joining the ranks of high-profile tech giants…

French President Emmanuel Macron has said that his Nigerian counterpart, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu is on a mission to transform Nigeria like he did when he was governor of Lagos State. Tinubu, his wife, Oluremi and some top government officials and people from the business world have been in France on a state visit since Wednesday. The French leader spoke at a dinner in Paris on Thursday. Special adviser to…

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to reforms aimed at repositioning Nigeria and Africa for global economic relevance, asserting that the continent’s future is intertwined with transformative leadership. He made this statement during a State Dinner organised in his honour by French President Emmanuel Macron at the Palais des Elysée in Paris on Thursday night. President Tinubu, accompanied by First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, top Nigerian officials, and prominent businessmen,…

“Up NEPA” is a Nigerian expression passed down generations, succinctly capturing the irony of erratic electricity supply in an energy-rich country.If you hear the phrase anywhere in Africa’s most populous nation, it can only mean one thing — that the familiar torment of a power outage has ended, at least for the time being.This acronym for the defunct National Electric Power Authority found its way into a 2024 documentary of…

International buyers of Ghana’s cocoa have made at least half a billion dollars of upfront payments to state marketing board Cocobod, according to Reuters’ calculations, in a dash to secure supplies and avoid another season of heavy losses.An abrupt overhaul of the three-decade-old marketing system in the world’s No.2 cocoa grower has thrust traders and processors into a vastly expanded role in financing and bringing in the crop.Previously, Cocobod would…