The plot that led to the assassination of Nigeria’s former Head of State, Major General Murtala Muhammed, on February 13, 1976, can be traced back to the day he assumed office in 1975. According to former Military President General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), Muhammed’s refusal to accept a power-sharing arrangement sparked discontent among younger officers, ultimately leading...
The naira was strengthened to 1,494.03/$ at the official window on Thursday, according to data from FMDQ Securities Exchange Limited. Similarly, an appreciation to 1,510.00/$ was recorded in the parallel market, reducing the spread between the two markets to 15.5/$. The gap between the official and parallel foreign exchange rates has been narrowing due to various policies implemented by the...
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is shaking things up with a new rule that requires applicants for green cards and visas to hand over their social media handles. This move is part of an effort to tighten security screenings, but it’s sparking privacy concerns and raising eyebrows about potential data misuse. The proposed rule, which would apply to a variety of...
For the first time in history, the FIFA Men’s World Cup final will feature an official halftime show, marking a new era of entertainment for the global tournament. FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed the groundbreaking addition via Instagram, announcing that the 2026 final, scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey (renamed New York New Jersey Stadium for the...
President Bola Tinubu has put the brakes on the National Population Commission’s (NPC) ambitious N942 billion budget for the long-awaited national housing and population census. The verdict? Too expensive. Insiders at the February 24, 2025, meeting at the State House revealed that Tinubu was firm on cost-cutting measures, suggesting a more budget-friendly approach. His solution? Deploy...
