U.S. Universities Warn International Students of Potential Visa Issues Ahead of Trump’s Return to Power
As Donald Trump prepares to re-enter the White House as U.S. President-elect, universities across the United States are urging international students, including Nigerians, to prepare for potential visa challenges. Concerns stem from the executive orders on immigration implemented during Trump’s first term, which may resurface under his leadership. The University of California-Berkeley recently issued a […]
Gal Gadot Opens Up About Brain Surgery After Birth of Her Fourth Child
Israeli actress Gal Gadot has shared that she underwent emergency surgery to treat a blood clot in her brain shortly after giving birth to her fourth child. The Wonder Woman star revealed that in March, she was diagnosed with cerebral venous thrombosis (CVT) during the final stages of her pregnancy. The condition followed weeks of […]
Nigeria Secures $5 Billion Shell Investment, Reaffirming Status as Oil and Gas Hub
The Democratic Front (TDF) has hailed Shell’s $5 billion Final Investment Decision (FID) for the Bonga North Deep Offshore field, highlighting it as a testament to Nigeria’s appeal as an investment-friendly destination under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The announcement was made in a statement jointly signed by TDF Chairman Mallam Danjuma Muhammad and Secretary Chief […]
TikTok Removes 2.1 Million Nigerian Videos, 214.8 Million Accounts in Q3 2024
TikTok, the popular short-video platform owned by Bytedance, reported that it removed 2.1 million videos uploaded by Nigerian users in the third quarter of 2024 for violating its content guidelines. Nigeria was among the top 50 countries with the highest number of policy-violating videos during this period. Globally, TikTok removed a staggering 147.8 million videos […]
Spotify Co-Founders Secure $900 Million Windfall Amid 2024 Stock Surge
Spotify co-founders Daniel Ek and Martin Lorentzon collectively earned a staggering $900 million from stock payouts in 2024 as the company’s market value soared to nearly $100 billion. This represents a remarkable recovery from earlier years when Spotify’s valuation dipped below $20 billion. The financial gains for Spotify’s leadership came during a year marked by […]
UN General Assembly Adopts Global Cybercrime Treaty
The United Nations General Assembly has formally adopted the Convention against Cybercrime, a historic global treaty designed to enhance international cooperation in tackling cybercrime and safeguarding societies from digital threats. The agreement, which is legally binding, marks the conclusion of a five-year collaborative effort involving UN Member States, civil society, cybersecurity experts, academia, and the […]
Inflation on Food and Drinks Nears 40% as Nigerians Celebrate Christmas
The 2024 festive season has been marked by soaring inflation rates, with food and non-alcoholic beverages experiencing nearly a 40% price increase. This sharp rise in costs has placed significant financial strain on Nigerian households, dampening the traditional Christmas spirit for many families. Data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) provides a stark picture […]
NLC Lauds Dangote Refinery’s Fuel Price Reduction as Crucial Economic Relief
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Lagos Council, has praised Dangote Refinery for its recent reduction in fuel prices, describing the move as a vital economic relief for Nigerians. This commendation was made by the NLC State Chairman, Funmi Sessi, in a statement issued on Wednesday in Lagos. She emphasized that the refinery’s initiative has come […]
Airtel Nigeria Calls for Urgent Action as Fibre Cuts Surge
Airtel Nigeria has sounded the alarm over a troubling rise in fibre cuts, urging all stakeholders to take immediate action to safeguard telecommunications infrastructure. The telecom giant has recorded an average of 43 fibre cuts daily on its network, leading to significant service disruptions and broader implications for Nigeria’s digital economy. Femi Adeniran, Airtel’s Director […]
Elon Musk’s AI Startup xAI Raises $6 Billion Amidst Competitive AI Market
Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup, xAI, has raised an impressive $6 billion in its latest funding round. The round attracted investments from a range of major players, including U.S. venture capitalists, chipmakers NVIDIA and AMD, as well as investment funds from Saudi Arabia and Qatar. This funding comes as xAI positions itself to compete in […]