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Legendary Nigerian singer and actress Onyeka Onwenu has reportedly passed away at the age of 72. Reports say she died on Tuesday night at Reddington Hospital in Lagos after collapsing at Mrs. Stella Okoli’s birthday party. According to TheNiche, an eyewitness at the party confirmed the news. “It is very sad. Onyeka Onwenu just performed at Mrs. Stella Okoli’s birthday …

For the second time in just three months, Netflix has announced a price hike for its subscribers in Nigeria, with increases of at least 40%. The American streaming service cited its continued investment in new TV shows, movies, and product features, as well as adjustments to local market conditions such as taxes and inflation, as reasons for the price changes. …

Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has officially stated that the NLC is not involved in the upcoming nationwide protest against economic hardship scheduled for August 1 to 15. In a statement, Ajaero addressed the rumors directly, asserting, “A news report of the withdrawal of the Nigeria Labour Congress from the widely discussed national protest has been …

On July 18, 2024, the Organised Labour, represented by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), announced their acceptance of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s proposal for a new minimum wage of 70 thousand naira. This decision was made to prevent further economic hardship for Nigerians. During a meeting held at the State House in Abuja, NLC …

In June, the Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) distributed a total revenue of ₦1.354 trillion among the Federal Government, state governments, and Local Government Councils (LGCs). From this amount: The Federal Government received ₦459.776 billion. State governments received ₦461.979 billion. Local Government Councils received ₦337.019 billion. Mineral revenue sharing with benefiting states amounted to ₦95.598 billion (13% of mineral revenue). …

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecasted thunderstorms and rainy weather from Monday to Wednesday across the country. According to NiMet’s weather outlook released on Sunday in Abuja, the following conditions are expected: Monday: Morning: Thunderstorms over parts of Taraba, Adamawa, Zamfara, Kebbi, Katsina, Kano, and Kaduna States. Later in the Day: Thunderstorms in parts of Taraba, Kaduna, Yobe, Katsina, …

Zion Ubani, popularly known as Zfancy, has been released on bail by the Nigeria Police Force following his arrest on July 4 in Abuja. The arrest stemmed from prank videos that sparked allegations of serious crimes, including rape. Confirming the release, Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi disclosed that Zfancy was granted bail to the executives of the Practitioners …

Former Senate President Ahmad Lawan has cautioned that widespread protests may occur if the legislative, executive, and judicial branches fail to address the surging food prices and electricity tariffs. Lawan issued this warning during a Senate debate on a motion presented by Senator Sunday Karimi of Kogi West, which focused on the urgent issue of food insecurity in the country. …

President Bola Tinubu has officially sworn in a new group of Permanent Secretaries for the Federal Civil Service. The swearing-in ceremony took place prior to the weekly Federal Executive Council meeting, which is currently being chaired by President Tinubu. The President explained that the appointment of these Permanent Secretaries was necessitated by the need to address existing and upcoming vacancies …

Rishi Sunak has congratulated Keir Starmer, the Prime Minister-elect, after the Labour Party won the general election on Friday, July 5, 2024. The Labour Party secured a working majority in the House of Commons by crossing the 325-seat threshold. Following the announcement of the election results, Starmer addressed his supporters in Central London, expressing his gratitude and acknowledging the significant …