As the 2024 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) exams come to a close, many students find themselves at a crossroads, evaluating their options and seeking to optimize their chances of securing admission to their desired institutions. In light of this, the process of changing one’s institution and course has evolved, presenting new challenges and … Read more
Consumer Credit Scheme is an intervention program of the Nigerian federal government aimed at accelerating consumer credit access to 50% of working Nigerians by 2030. This scheme will be managed by a company called the Nigeria Consumer Credit Corporation (CrediCorp), which is owned by the federal government. Ajuri Ngelale, the spokesperson for President Bola Tinubu, … Read more
Days after a train imported from Poland crashed during a test run, the government has stated that the manufacturer will repair the damaged parts within the next three to four weeks. The Railways development minister, John Peter Amewu, explained that only the fenders were damaged, while the electronic and mechanical systems with the engine remained … Read more
A Binance executive who escaped Nigerian custody has been arrested in Kenya and faces extradition to Nigeria this week, according to unnamed Nigerian government sources. Nadeem Anjarwalla, Binance’s regional manager, was detained in Kenya and is set to be extradited. Discussions are ongoing between Nigerian authorities, the International Criminal Police, the Nigeria Police Force, and … Read more
The National Identity Management Commission says Nigerians can now correct their date of birth by themselves. NIMC announced this new update on their social media platforms. The National Identification Number (NIN) is what the Nigerian government uses to establish the identity of every Nigerian. NIN consists of 11 non-intelligible numbers that are randomly chosen and … Read more
A Chinese supermarket located in Abuja has ignited fury among Nigerians following allegations that it systematically denies sales to local customers. Outraged citizens have taken to social media platforms to express their frustration and call for action against what they perceive as discriminatory practices. According to a social media user who recently visited the store, … Read more
With the rising inflation causing essential items, especially food, to become more expensive in Nigeria, it’s becoming very difficult for people to cope. Hunger is affecting many people across the country, leading to protests nationwide. Earlier in February, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu stated that “Nigeria can feed itself.” President Tinubu also emphasized that “the government … Read more
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), which provides official data for Nigeria, has released the inflation figures for March 2024, showing an increase to 33.20% from 31.70% in February 2024. This is happening despite the consistent appreciation of the naira against the dollar over the past month, to the extent that some bureau de change … Read more
Alliance In Motion Global (AIM Global) is a multi-level marketing company that offers health and wellness products, beauty products, and nutritional supplements. It operates in several countries including Nigeria and is known for its direct selling business model. New recruits pay a sign up fee and they are given the complimentary products as part of … Read more
In recent weeks, Nigeria has witnessed a remarkable turnaround in its currency dynamics, with the naira rebounding from record lows against the dollar. However, this resurgence has come at a cost, as the country’s foreign exchange reserves experience a significant decline, raising concerns about the sustainability of this recovery. Nigeria is burning through foreign exchange … Read more