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Month: July 2023

2 female entrepreneurs champion digitisation of female-led businesses

They both expressed that higher levels of gender equality in the digital space were associated with positive outcomes in terms of income, economic growth and competitiveness. Two female entrepreneurs, Mrs Isimeme Whyte and Mrs Ojiugo Ajunwa, have advocated the digitisation of female-led businesses, saying it would improve economic development in the country. The duo spoke…

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The young Nigerian visionary transforming TV commercials, defying foreign director dependence

#FeaturebyIbidunniOladayo For years, there has been a prevailing belief that only foreign directors possess the expertise and creativity required to create impactful TV commercials. This perception has not only limited opportunities for local talent but has also resulted in substantial financial burdens for Nigerian businesses. However, Oladayo’s trailblazing work is debunking these misconceptions and reshaping…

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Who should not make it into Tinubu’s cabinet? [Editor’s Opinion]

As President Tinubu prepares to assemble his cabinet, the question looms: Who should not make it into his inner circle? To mitigate the unpredictable outcomes of new policies, President Bola Tinubu must expand his circle of advisors and build a capable and diverse cabinet. This will ensure the translation of policy intentions into tangible actions…

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BBNaija’s Vee arrests plumber for extorting her

The plumber charged ₦150k for a ₦20k job. Big Brother Naija Alum Victoria Adeyele, fondly called Vee, has arrested a plumber for swindling her out of ₦150,000 for a job that originally cost ₦20,000. It all started when the reality star took to Twitter to narrate her chaotic ordeal regarding the plumber in a thread…

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BVN hits 57 million as CBN threatens to shut down defaulting accounts

The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN has threatened to shut down accounts yet to be linked to a BVN as registrations have increased to 57.96 million as of July 3, 2023. Data from the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System Plc, (NIBBS) showed that as of April 8, 2023, 57.39 million customers’ accounts have been linked to…

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Tinubu requests Senate’s approval for ₦500billion palliatives

According to reports, Senator Akpabio has referred the letter to the Committee of the Whole for consideration. President Bola Tinubu has written the Senate requesting the approval of ₦500 billion for palliatives to mitigate the effect of the recent removal of fuel subsidy on Nigerians. The request was contained in a letter to the Senate…

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Court dismisses Nnamdi Kanu’s suit against DSS, again

The Judge states that Kanu had not provided sufficient evidence that his fundamental rights were infringed upon by the security outfit due to no proof of torture before the court. A Federal High Court, Abuja on Thursday, July 13, 2023 dismissed a fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous…

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Ladies, here are 5 ways to spot a romance scammer

Why are women always caught in the throes of romance scams? Women are more frequently targeted because men make up the majority of scammers. Being a woman doesn’t just make you more vulnerable; everyone is also at risk of being scammed. However, loneliness and a desire for connection make romance scams on women common. Furthermore,…

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‘Lawmakers ensure your constituents benefit quality, effective representation’ – Traditional ruler

The traditional ruler urged them to justify the mandate given to them by the people, ensuring that the dividends of democracy reaches them. Obi Nduka Ezeagwuna, the traditional ruler of Issele-Uku kingdom in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta, has advised lawmakers to positively impact on the lives of their constituents. The traditional ruler…

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Egypt sells $1.9 billion worth of state assets to ease the pressure on its economy

Egypt signed a contract to sell shares in state assets, generating $1.9 billion to strengthen the private sector and address currency pressures. Share sales are crucial for Egypt’s economic reforms and IMF loan package, aimed at attracting foreign currency and kickstarting economic growth. Contracts include minority stakes in oil and petrochemical companies, hotel portfolio capital offerings, and…

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