By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria, in partnership with ONErpm and Ultima Studios, has announced Ayodeji Benson, popularly known as Ayo Benzi, as the winner of the Next Afrobeats Star reality show, following the grand finale held on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at Ultima Studios, Lekki, Lagos. Ayo Benzi emerged tops after a keenly contested finale…
By Ayomide Otitoju A senior executive of MTN Nigeria on Tuesday described Africa as being at a defining moment in its history, declaring that the continent has moved from being the subject of global narratives to becoming the author of its own story. Speaking while receiving the CEO of the Year award at a high-level…
By Ayomide Otitoju The United States will partially suspend the issuance of certain visas to Nigerian nationals starting January 1, 2026, under Presidential Proclamation 10998 on border and national security, the US Mission in Nigeria announced on Monday. The restrictions, effective from 12:01 a.m. Eastern Standard Time, are part of the proclamation titled “Restricting and…
The European Union has criticised China’s decision to impose duties of up to 42.7 per cent on certain dairy products from the bloc, describing the move as unjustified amid an intensifying trade dispute between the two economic powers. China’s Ministry of Commerce announced on Monday that it would introduce “duty deposits” ranging from 21.9 per…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, has conferred the chieftaincy title of Okanlomo of Yorubaland on Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu. The ceremony, held on Sunday at the Alaafin’s palace in Oyo, drew dignitaries from across the country and beyond. Seyi Tinubu arrived at the palace accompanied by his…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Presidency on Monday addressed the controversy surrounding the newly enacted tax reform laws scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2026, dismissing claims that the versions signed into law differ from those passed by the National Assembly. The intervention followed calls by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential…
By Ayomide Otitoju Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago, has received the remaining abducted students and staff of St. Mary’s Catholic School, Papiri, in Agwara Local Government Area of the state, following their successful rescue. The victims were formally handed over to the governor on Monday by the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, who was…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Federal Government has declared December 25 and 26, 2025, as well as January 1, 2026, as public holidays to mark the Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year celebrations. The announcement was made by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, on behalf of the Minister of Interior,…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos came alive with automotive excitement as the fourth edition of the Eko Drive Exhibition (Eko Drive IV) showcased the city’s growing car culture. Held at Alliance Française de Lagos, Ikoyi, the event drew car enthusiasts, luxury vehicle owners, bikers, creatives, and lifestyle aficionados, cementing Eko Drive’s reputation as a premier platform…
