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Month: February 2025

Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote’s wealth doubles with $23 billion gamble

After more than a decade of delays, financial hurdles, and regulatory battles, Aliko Dangote’s $23 billion oil refinery is now operational, reshaping Nigeria’s energy sector and boosting the billionaire’s fortune. However, the refinery’s success has not eased the burden of high fuel prices for Nigerians, raising new economic concerns. The Dangote Refinery, located in Nigeria’s…

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Trader to receive 10 strokes of cane for beating friend over ₦3,000 debt

A Magistrates’ Court in Kaduna, on Wednesday, ordered that a trader, Jibrin Yusuf, 34, should be given 10 strokes of cane for beating his friend over ₦3,000 debt. The Magistrate, Ibrahim Emmanuel, imposed the penalty after Yusuf pleaded guilty to the charge of conspiracy and assault. Emmanuel held that the court would be lenient with…

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These 5 fruits can give you mouth odour

Your bad breath might not be due to the fact that you didn’t brush properly, it could be caused by the fruits you’re eating. Fruits are generally considered healthy and refreshing but some can contribute to bad breath due to their natural compounds like acidity, or high sugar content. You might have noticed your breath…

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10 youngest billionaires in the world and how they made their money

Some people are born with a golden spoon, not just silver, because how is a 20-year-old already a billionaire and among the world’s top ten? As of January 27, 2025, these are the youngest billionaires in the world according to Forbes’ real-time billionaires list. While some of these young billionaires are building their fortunes through…

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I get death threats everyday – Mohbad’s widow Wunmi finally speaks up

Wunmi, the widow of the late Nigerian singer Mohbad, has broken her silence regarding her life after his death and her struggles with family tensions over her late husband’s assets. She finally spoke her truth during an interview with Chude Jideownwo, expressing her frustration and fear over the ongoing controversy surrounding Mohbad’s death, his estate,…

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National Assembly corrects sectoral allocations in ₦54.9trn 2025 budget

The National Assembly on Tuesday made corrections on some sectorial allocation items in the N54.9 trillion 2025 Appropriation Bill earlier passed on Thursday. This decision, followed a motion presented by Sen. Solomon Adeola and Rep. Abubakar Kabir, chairpersons of the respective appropriations committees, citing the need for accuracy and alignment with national priorities. The News…

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Window Blinds Vs Curtains: Which One Should I Use?

Some of my earliest memories involve curtains, especially their maintenance. My mom would wash and starch our cream curtains and have me put them back up in the living room and kitchen. Heaving those thick curtains around the house was always a chore. That process alone should discourage me from wishing for curtains in my…

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We will host Niger Delta Music & Arts project as our CSR – Amb Fubara Blessing

Ambassador Fubara Blessing, the Managing Director and CEO of D’Consiglories LLC, has announced his commitment to organizing and hosting the Niger Delta Music and Arts Project (MAP) as part of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). This initiative was initially intended to be one of the eight specimens of PROJECT HOPE by the Niger Delta…

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We Asked, You Voted: These Are Our Readers’ Best Multiplayer Games

Multiplayer games have a way of bringing people together—whether it’s through intense battles, chaotic party fun, or the pure joy of teamwork. We wanted to know which multiplayer games have dominated your friend groups, so we put out a survey to find out. With 25 responses, we got a solid look at what games you…

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7 Korean Rice Toners You Can’t Miss for Radiant Skin

If one skincare ingredient has truly stood the test of time, it’s rice. While today’s skincare lovers are always on the lookout for the next big thing, rice has been quietly doing its magic for centuries. In fact, women in China, Korea, and Japan were using rice water concoctions for luminous skin and strong, shiny…

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