By Ayomide Otitoju Nigerian author and educator Veronica Osanakpo is set to release her debut novel, The Space Between, a poignant exploration of trust, understanding, and the role of family in sustaining enduring love. The novel follows the journey of Ojinaka and Ray as they navigate the complexities of life and relationships. Through their story,…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has confirmed that Nigerians withdrawing less than ₦20,000 from another bank’s Automated Teller Machine (ATM) will still be charged a fee of ₦100 per transaction. This was disclosed in a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document published on the CBN’s website on Thursday, providing further details on the newly revised…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria, the country’s largest telecommunications operator, has officially discontinued its 15GB data bundle following widespread backlash over a steep 200% price increase. The telco had initially raised the cost of the plan from ₦2,000 to ₦6,000, sparking outrage among subscribers. 15GB Plan Was a Limited-Time Promotional OfferIntroduced as a promotional offer,…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has defended its new policy imposing charges on cash withdrawals from Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) of banks other than a customer’s own, stating that the measure is mutually beneficial to both banks and their customers. CBN’s Acting Director of the Financial Policy and Regulation Department, John…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd has strongly dismissed allegations circulating in a viral video that its fuel lacks durability. In a statement released on Sunday, the company described the claims as “false and misleading,” asserting that they stem from unverified research devoid of credibility or professional oversight. NNPC Ltd reaffirmed…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigeria’s largest telecommunications provider, MTN, has issued a public apology following widespread backlash over a sharp 200% increase in the price of its popular 15GB data bundle. The price hike, which raised the cost of the 15GB weekly plan from N2,000 to N6,000, took many subscribers by surprise and triggered outrage on…
By Ayomide Otitoju Guaranty Trust Bank Ltd has announced the removal of processing fees on all GTBank POS terminals, a move aimed at providing cost-effective payment solutions for businesses. The initiative, which took effect on Tuesday, February 11, eliminates Merchant Service Charges (MSC) for merchants using GTBank POS terminals when receiving customer payments. With this…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced a reduction in petrol prices at its retail outlets, lowering the cost from N960 to N945 per litre. At an NNPC filling station in Ejigbo, attendants confirmed the price adjustment, reporting an increase in customer turnout and long queues. However, commercial drivers at…
By Ayomide Otitoju The world’s largest international airline, Emirates, has signed an interline agreement with West Africa’s leading carrier, Air Peace, to enhance connectivity for passengers traveling to and from Nigeria. The partnership, announced in a joint statement by Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, Adnan Kazim, and Air Peace’s Chief Operating Officer, Mrs….
