The Federal High Court 1 in Owerri, Imo State, has ruled in favor of Chika Edoziem, the Head of the Directorate of State of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The court, presided over by Hon. Justice I.N. Oweibo, dismissed charges against Edoziem related to terrorism, insurgency, kidnapping, and violent crimes.   In Suit No: FHC/OW/FHR/29/2024, filed by Edoziem against the...

Senator Monday Okpebholo has once again made a public error, this time incorrectly referring to Senator Adams Oshiomhole as the representative of Edo South in a trending video on social media. The mistake occurred during the flag-off ceremony for the dualization of sections two to four of the Ekpoma-Auchi-Okpella-Okene-Ajaokuta Expressway, a major federal project aimed at improving connectivity...

Jumia’s liquidity position improved to $133.9 million, helped by net proceeds from an at-the-market offering in August 2024. This reversed a decline of $106.9 million recorded in 2023. Net cash flows used in operating activities also showed improvement, reducing to $57.2 million from $73.0 million in the previous year. According to Jumia, key usage metrics improved in the fourth quarter,...

Ah, Nigeria – the land of endless opportunities, vibrant culture, and a whole lot of hustle. As we step into 2025, some brands have cemented their place as the heavyweights of the Nigerian market, dominating everything from your morning breakfast to your evening Netflix binge. Let’s dive into the top 10 biggest brands you can’t avoid in 2025. 1. Dangote Group The word...

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...