Banks reduce withdrawal limits on ATMs

 The battle for defence of the Naira value has widened, affecting existing withdrawal limits on Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) and foreign transactions on all existing Naira debit cards (ATM cards).

FIFA Presidency: NFF meets over Kalu’s ambition

Orji Uzor Kalu’s ambition to become the next FIFA president is generating excitement as Nigeria Football Federation appears reluctant to be drawn into declaring support for the former Abia State governor.

Rail ways upgrade: Buhari queries diversion of $1.005b China loan

President Muhammadu Buhari, yesterday, asked the Ministry of Finance to explain why the foreign loans obtained for various key rail projects by the Federal Government were diverted elsehow under the watch of former Minister of Finance, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.

How Yoruba chose Awo as their leader — Osoba

Former Governor of Ogun State, Chief Olusegun Osoba, in this interview deflates claims by Former President Olusegun Obasanjo in his recent book that the Yoruba never had a leader. He argues that the former president is distorting history. Osoba  also spoke on other issues.

Why economically, we’re in trouble – Buhari

The trial of former public officers who looted the national treasury and stashed the funds in foreign banks will commence in few weeks.

Massive fuel imports continue as refineries fail

Despite claims that Nigeria’s refineries are now operational, the country will have to depend largely on imported petrol in the third quarter of 2015.

We wash toilets to survive abroad – Stranded Rivers student

Rivers State students studying overseas face frustration due to non-payment of their allowances, CHUKWUDI AKASIKE writes

Ife chiefs to announce Ooni’s death Wednesday

The Head of Oro cult in Ife, who is also the Awara of Iwara Ife, Oba Layi Adereti, has said that the formal announcement of the demise of the late Ooni of Ife, Oba Okunade Sijuwade, will be made on Wednesday (tomorrow).

Lasun shuns APC lawmakers’ summit on Osun financial crisis

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr. Lasun Yusuf, on Monday shunned the summit organised to proffer solutions to the financial crisis rocking Osun State.

Terrorism: NIS bars 4,916 from travelling abroad

The Nigeria Immigration Service said it barred no fewer than 4,916 Nigerians from travelling out of the country between January and March, 2015.

When DJ Cuppy gors Hard On facebook Friends.

Florence Otedola, better known as DJ Cuppy who flagged off her eight African countries tour tagged “Cuppy Takes Africa” last weekend in Lagos, may soon become unpopular among her friends on Facebook.

Apc:without Tangible Evidence Efcc Will Not Go After Tinubu,amaech

In a pointed response to the opposition Peoples Democratic Party, All Progressives Congress said yesterday that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission would not act against leaders of the ruling party except it has solid evidence.

Me attracted to another man? Never! – Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde

Ex-model and Ondo State-born Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde is a Nigerian actress, singer and philanthropist. The award-winning actress has appeared in over 200 movies and received numerous high-profile awards.

FIFA Presidency: Adamu, Fashanu endorse Kalu

The call for Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu to join the race for the FIFA Presidency is fast gaining momentum with major stakeholders in football adding their voices.

INEC’s crisis of legitimacy: Even lawyers don’t agree on Zakari’s appointment

The controversy dogging the appointment of  Mrs. Amina Bala Zakari as acting chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, by President Muhammadu Buhari, has continued with legal practitioners sharply divided on the matter.

Obasanjo Meets Buhari, Intercedes On Behalf Of Turai Yar’ Adua

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo paid a night

visit to President Muhammadu Buhari and reports

claim he did so to intercede on behalf of the wife

of late Umaru Yar’ Adua , a former president of

Nigeria .

National Assembly N120B Budget: Senate Heads For Stormy Session!

The budget of the National Assembly for the year was slashed from N150 billion to N120 billion. One of the key recommendations of the Senate Committee is that the red chamber should make its records of finances open to Nigerians.

Buhari wants NNPC to be sole importers of petroleum products – Emefiele

The Central Bank of Nigeria governor, Mr Godwin Emefiele, in this interview with the Financial Times of London explained why he believes recent steps like cutting off dollar access to importers of certain key goods will enable him to avoid further devaluing the currency

Gunmen sack military barrack in Bayelsa

Fear about the return of militancy in the Niger Delta yesterday enveloped Bayelsa State following a daring attack by unknown gunmen on  a military base at Ogbolomabiri in Nembe Local Government Area, Bayelsa State.

Gov Ganduje declares war on Kwankwaso

The cold war between Kano State  governor, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, and his predecessor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has  degenerated to full blown hostility  following  the threat by the former to exposed the latter’s stewardship in office.

Osita Iheme's Vehicle Involved In Auto Crash

Nollywood actor Osita Iheme popularly known as 'Pawpaw' runs a transport company alongside his acting business. And recently, one of his vehicles was involved in a ghastly accident. The vehicle was totalled but thankfully, no life was lost.

OONI:Spiritual heads move into palace for final rites

Spiritual heads of all the “gods and goddesses” and fraternity members of Oba Okunade Sijuade yesterday relocated to the inner chamber of the palace of the Ooni of Ife, to carry out their traditional duties on the monarch’s “transition to the great beyond.” 

Nigeria’s millionaire class increases from 5,000 to15,400

Despite increasing economic hardships, the latest wealth report has indicated that the number of millionaires in Nigeria has risen to 15,400, about 305 per cent from 5,000 recorded in year 2000, when the last study on wealthy was conducted. 

CBN to bailout textile industry, sanction bank debtors

THE Central Bank of  Nigeria, CBN yesterday pledged to bail out the dwindling textile and garment industry by granting credit facility as well as fight against smuggling of its products with the collaboration with other government agencies.

Men of God failed to deliver Jonathan from a spell – Bishop Mike Okonkwo

Dr Mike Okonkwo is the presiding Bishop of The Redeemed Evangelical Mission, TREM, with over 160 branches in Nigeria and across the globe. The top Evangelist who will celebrate his 70th birthday come September 6, in this interview shares his life challenges, his turn around as well as the present anti-corruption crusade in the country. Excerpts.

Dbanj joins the bearded gang

The self-acclaimed Koko master, D’banj has been taking several steps to maintain his relevance in the competitive Nigerian music industry.

The event that turned my life around – 2face Idibia

In a recent interview, highly revered Nigerian music star, 2face Idibia, revealed the reason artistes fail and also highlighted an event that turned his life around.

Insurgency: British security experts in Nigeria to train policemen

Some British security experts have arrived the country to provide expertise training for men and officers of the Nigeria Police Force across the country.

Africa Fashion Week London through the Years! 2011-2015

Celebrating its fifth year, on 7 -8 August at London’s Olympia, Africa Fashion Week London returns this year with even more surprises and amazing design talent as AFWL continues to champion emerging designers from Africa and those inspired by the beauty of Africa.

Corruption: NDDC spends N1.3b on Charismas parties

IN pursuit of his anti-graft crusade, President Muhammadu Buhari may have to beam his searchlight on the activities of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC.