Saudi Arabia has executed six Iranian nationals convicted of drug trafficking, the official Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on Wednesday. The executions took place in Dammam, a city on the kingdom’s Gulf coast, following convictions for “clandestinely introducing hashish” into the country, according to a statement from the Ministry of Interior. The SPA did not…
At least 10 people were killed and 30 injured when a vehicle rammed into a crowd in New Orleans’ French Quarter, a popular tourist district, during New Year celebrations. The incident occurred near Canal and Bourbon Streets, an area known for its vibrant nightlife and historic appeal. According to NOLA Ready, New Orleans’ emergency preparedness…
The FBI has launched an investigation into a deadly truck-ramming attack on New Orleans’ Bourbon Street, declaring it an act of terrorism. The agency confirmed Wednesday that the suspected assailant was killed during an encounter with law enforcement. “This morning, an individual drove a car into a crowd of people on Bourbon Street in New…
By Ayomide Otitoju President Bola Tinubu has pledged to address the economic challenges facing Nigerians, particularly rising food and drug prices, through a series of targeted interventions, including the launch of the National Credit Guarantee Company. In a New Year’s message delivered Wednesday, Tinubu expressed optimism about Nigeria’s economic prospects in 2025, emphasizing plans to…
By Ayomide Otitoju The festive season in Nigeria, a time of vibrant celebrations and cultural expression, was elevated this year by FirstBank’s DecemberIssaVybe initiative, featuring the much-anticipated concert by The Cavemen. Held on Friday, December 27, 2024, at Muri Okunola Park, Lagos, the event showcased the unique blend of highlife, soul, and folk music that…
By Ayomide Otitoju In a significant stride towards inclusivity, Fidelity Bank Plc has introduced the “Bundles of Joy” initiative, a program aimed at supporting children with special needs and their families. Targeted at children aged 4 to 11 with conditions such as autism, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy, the initiative seeks to provide inclusive spaces…
By Ayomide Otitoju Polaris Bank, in collaboration with strategic partners, has reaffirmed its commitment to reducing the alarming number of out-of-school children in Nigeria. The initiative has provided continuous education opportunities for over 16,000 studentssince 2020, with plans to expand its reach to 50,000 students by 2028. In its latest phase, the Bank distributed school…
By Ayomide Otitoju With less than 24 hours until 2025, excitement is palpable across Nigeria. As tradition dictates, many Nigerians, especially Christians, will spend the final hours of 2024 in churches, engaging in prayers, singing, dancing, and jubilantly shouting “Happy New Year” as the clock strikes midnight. For non-Christians, the night promises festivities at clubs…
By Ayomide Otitoju The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has called for intensified efforts to empower African youth, emphasizing their critical role in shaping the continent’s future and securing its relevance in global socio-economic discussions. Afreximbank President, Benedict Oramah, made the remarks during the 5th Youth Summit hosted by the Grand Africa Initiative (GAIN), a pan-African…
