Mediators intensified their efforts on Wednesday to secure a ceasefire in Gaza and finalize a hostage release deal, with Qatar expressing optimism that an agreement could be reached “very soon.” The negotiations involve Qatar, Egypt, and the United States, aiming to end the deadliest war in Gaza’s history and facilitate the release of hostages taken…
By Ayomide Otitoju First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has announced the appointment of Felicia Obozuwa as its Executive Director of Corporate Services and Service Management, following approval by the Central Bank of Nigeria. In a statement released on Wednesday, the bank highlighted Obozuwa’s nearly three decades of experience in banking and leadership. “Her expertise and…
As Donald Trump prepares for a potential return to the White House, anxiety is mounting across United Nations agencies, fearful of a repeat—or escalation—of his administration’s prior actions that disrupted global diplomacy and funding. During his first term, Trump slashed U.S. contributions to the UN, exited the Paris climate accord, withdrew from UNESCO, began pulling…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigeria’s inflation rate edged up to 34.80% in December 2024 from 34.60% in November, driven by heightened demand during the festive season, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The NBS disclosed this in its latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, which tracks changes in the prices of goods and services….
By Ayomide Otitoju The United Nations has strongly condemned the mass killing of at least 40 civilians in Dumba, Kukawa area of Borno State, Northeastern Nigeria. The attack, reportedly carried out by members of a non-state armed group on January 12, 2025, targeted farmers and fishermen accused of violating a ban on farming activities imposed…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Representatives, Hon. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga, has died. The lawmaker, born on December 2, 1965, passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, following a brief illness. She was 59 years old. Until her demise, Onanuga represented the Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency of Ogun State in…
By Ayomide Otitoju Sterling Bank’s recent announcement of a 7% salary increase has been met with criticism and disappointment among its employees, who describe the adjustment as insufficient in the face of Nigeria’s soaring inflation. The increment will see Executive Trainees (ETs) receiving a monthly raise of ₦24,000, from ₦327,000 to ₦351,000, while Senior Executives…
By Ayomide Otitoju Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has praised the state’s security agencies for their role in maintaining peace and ensuring a conducive environment for economic activities to flourish. The governor made the commendation during the grand finale of the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day held at the Remembrance Arcade, Government House, Agodi, Ibadan….
Rescue operations at a disused gold mine in Stilfontein, South Africa, have revealed a growing death toll, with 78 bodies recovered as of Wednesday. Police are working to evacuate illegal miners, known locally as “zama zamas”, from the mine, which has been occupied for months. Ongoing Rescue and ArrestsAuthorities began the operation on Monday after…
