Fire outbreak guts Fresh FM, Oyo
Fresh FM, a popular radio station owned by Yinka Ayefele, located in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, has been gutted by fire.
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IOM reports 2.1m Nigerians overseas remitted $21bn
In 2024, the number of Nigerian emigrants abroad reached approximately 2.1 million while remittances hit $21 billion, underscoring the economic and social importance of the diaspora
NLC threatens nationwide strike over alleged diversion of workers’ insurance funds
NLC President, Joe Ajero, accused the government of diverting 40 per cent of Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund contributions into the national treasury.
How a Nigerian pharmacist is teaching AI in Yoruba to millions
I made a video explaining AI in Yoruba on a whim—it went viral. Now, I have 47 videos teaching coding, databases, and more to a global audience.” — Wuraola Oyewusi
Trump criticized for easing AI chip sales to China
Former White House deputy national security adviser Matthew Pottinger has criticized President Donald Trump for easing restrictions on selling advanced artificial intelligence microchips to China.
Human body parts discovered in Oregon river as police investigate homicide
Human body parts were discovered in Oregon’s Tualatin River on consecutive days last week, prompting a homicide investigation by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.
Coza’s Fatoyinbo criticised for saying CAC’s Ayo Babalola ‘had no money’
In a viral sermon clip, Fatoyinbo described Babalola as “anointed… so anointed” but claimed “all the grace just went like that” because he “had no money.”
Fatoyinbo issues apology following criticism over remarks on CAC’s Ayo Babalola
COZA Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo has apologised to the Christ Apostolic Church over remarks about Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola, after describing him as “so anointed” but without money. The CAC criticised the comments as insensitive and biblically flawed. Fatoyinbo expressed regret and reaffirmed his respect for Babalola’s legacy.
Umahi estimates N3.6trn for Third Mainland Bridge repairs
“We have approval for at least seven specialist contractors to carry out detailed investigations, designs, and bids under an EPC+F arrangement,” he said.
Lagos report shows over 70% of residents are tenants spending most income on rent
Chairman of the House Committee on Housing, Ege Olusegun Olabisi, noted that despite a 15% rise in housing units since 2016, over 70% of Lagos residents remain tenants, with many spending 40–60% of their monthly income on rent.