After a long wait all year, the Federal Republic of Nigeria has announced the launch of a dual-tranche Eurobond offering under its Global Medium Term Note Programme to finance the country’s 2024 fiscal deficit. According to available documents, the government will be issuing $500 million worth of the bonds, BusinessDay reports. The two tranches of … Read more
Pele Velentina is the daughter of Lisa Kennedy Montgomery, a political commentator, radio show host, actress, and author. Her debut single, Broken, powerfully intertwines themes of loss, self-acceptance, and personal growth. As her fame rises, fans have become increasingly eager to know her story and the inspirations behind her powerful debut. Lisa Kennedy Montgomery attends … Read more
The Obi of Onitsha, His Royal Majesty Nnaemeka Achebe has warned the political class over the increasing level of corruption in the country. The monarch urged those in leadership to put public interest above personal and individualistic desires, insisting that this is the only way Nigeria will grow. He shared his concerns over the economic … Read more
President of the FranceNigeria Business Council (FNBC) and chairman of Access Holdings Plc, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede has highlighted the deepening ties between the two nations. He emphasised the transformational steps taken under the leadership of President Emmanuel Macron to foster bilateral partnerships. Aig-Imoukhuede spoke at the inauguration of Zenith Bank’s operations in Paris, which he attended … Read more
Former Everton star Steven Naismith has faulted Rangers coach Philippe Clement’s decision to bench Super Eagles striker Cyril Dessers against St. Johnstone in the Scottish League. Clement has preferred Moroccan Hamza ahead of the Nigerian international against St. Johnstone at the weekend and Nice in the Europa League. Speaking with BBC UK via Sportscene, Naismith … Read more
Victor Osimhen failed to score in Galatasaray’s home draw with Eyupspor in a Turkish Super League gameThe Nigerian international has been lethal in front of goal, scoring nine goals since his arrival from Napoli this summerA former Galatasaray star, Umit Davala, has sent a vital message to the Nigerian international ahead of their next game … Read more
Everton defender Ashley Young could be in for a dream family clash in the FA Cup third round when his side take on Peterborough United, where his 18-year-old son Tyler plays, ESPN reports. Peterborough travel to Goodison Park next month with Young keen to see his son in action at the League One club where … Read more
The former Director-General of the Labour Party’s Presidential Campaign, Doyin Okupe, has commended President Bola Tinubu for the successful revitalisation of the Port Harcourt Refinery, calling it a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s transformation. Okupe, who previously served as spokesperson for Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan, shared his views in a statement issued on Monday … Read more
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved Benson Ogundeji as the substantive managing director/chief executive officer of Greenwich Merchant Bank. The board of directors of the bank Limited has announced the appointment of , following the receipt of the approval of the CBN. Chairman of the board, Kayode Falowo, stated, “The Board is pleased … Read more
A Nigerian man said he made a transfer of N20,000 from his UBA bank account to Opay and showed the deductionDemi Tubors, who shared a screenshot on X, said the deduction was labelled as an ‘electronic money transfer levy’Social media reports have suggested that Nigerian fintechs have started deducting this amount from the consumer A … Read more