Two Nigerian commercial banks have ended a five-year embargo on international transactions on their naira cards. The development comes barely five years after several commercial banks suspended international transactions on naira debit cards. In separate announcements to customers on Friday, July 4, 2025, Wema Bank and United Bank for Africa (UBA) stated that the service…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership has triggered an unprecedented political shift, with over 140 elected officials from opposition parties defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in under two years, without a single national election. The mass realignments, cutting across states and legislative levels, are being hailed by supporters as a resounding vote of confidence…
A padlock can be your initial defence when securing your treasures, be it your house, store, warehouse, or gym locker. However, not all padlocks are built the same way. Some bend at the slightest touch, while others firmly say, “Don’t even think about it.” In Nigeria, especially when petty thievery is on the rise, getting…
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has aimed a jibe at former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, describing him as an unstable politician who has built a reputation for switching parties over the years. Wike, a former governor of Rivers State, also criticised the former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, and members…
It’s no longer news that President Bola Tinubu signed into law new tax bills, to be known henceforth as the Nigeria Tax Act, 2025, ushering in a new dispensation in tax collection and administration in the country. Consider this a similar example to when Apple, the maker of the iPhone and other technological gadgets, introduces…
Have you ever felt that sting at your hairline while applying a relaxer, only to find a painful burn the next morning? You’re not alone. Living in Nigeria means battling high humidity, which can react with harsh relaxer formulas like lye and formaldehyde. With these two factors, many women get sleek, straight hair and a…
In Nigeria a growing number of fintech solutions round up transactions, lock away spare change or schedule transfers so users build their nest egg effortlessly. These apps tap into local payment systems and bank APIs to move small amounts from everyday spending into dedicated savings pots. Whether you want to fund next year’s vacation, pay…
Choosing the right writing tool can make the difference between a satisfactory draft and one that falls flat. In Nigeria and everywhere else, polished English matters. Grammarly and QuillBot both promise clearer, more effective writing, but serve slightly different needs. I’ve tested both tools, and I’m here to walk you through their strengths, pricing, and…
Some Nigerian snacks should never have left the shelves. They were cheap, sugary, and occasionally questionably textured, but they still had us in a chokehold. Now, even when you find them again, something feels off. Maybe the recipes have changed. Maybe our taste buds grew up. Either way, that nostalgic magic? It’s not so easy…
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ruled that the Nigerian Senate must immediately recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, following what it described as an “excessive” six-month suspension. Delivering judgment on Friday, July 4, Justice Binta Nyako condemned the length of the suspension, stating it effectively denied the senator her constitutional role for…
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