Data, not oil, will drive Nigeria’s next era of prosperity…
“Algorithms, not pipelines, will determine prosperity,” Chidoka warned as he urged Nigeria to embrace data and scientific discipline.
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Six Federal Defence directors abducted, kidnappers demand N150 million
Families of six kidnapped senior directors of the Federal Ministry of Defence are pleading for their safe release after abductors demanded N150 million.
Paystack suspends co-founder Ezra Olubi over sexual misconduct allegation
Paystack has suspended its co-founder Ezra Olubi over an allegation of sexual misconduct involving a subordinate, as decade-old explicit tweets intensify scrutiny.
Nigeria’s foreign minister and Piers Morgan clash over unreleased interview
Nigeria’s Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar and Piers Morgan engaged in a social media exchange over the airing of Tuggar’s interview, with the minister demanding that it be broadcast in full to avoid misrepresentation.
BBC issues apology to Donald Trump over altered speech
The BBC has apologised to Donald Trump for misediting his January 6, 2021 speech in a 2024 Panorama episode, which gave the false impression he encouraged the Capitol riot.
Eight-month Lekki–Ajah road repairs begin Saturday
The Lagos State Government has outlined phased repair works and traffic management measures to minimise disruption during the eight-month rehabilitation of the Lekki–Ajah corridor.
Petition filed to fire NNPCL VP over federal character violation
An Igbo socio-cultural group has petitioned the House of Representatives to remove NNPCL Executive VP Sophia Mbakwe, alleging her appointment violates the federal character principle.
ASUU warns of full-scale strike set to resume on November 21
ASUU Owerri Zone has warned that it will commence full-scale industrial action from 21 November 2025 if the Federal Government fails to meet its longstanding salary and service demands.
Ponmo consumption jeopardizes Nigeria’s leather industry, says FG
The Federal Government has cautioned that the widespread consumption of ponmo is undermining Nigeria’s multi-billion-dollar leather industry and exposing consumers to health risks.
Wike’s police orderly sparks reactions after viral comment on power tussle
A police officer’s comment during a clash between FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and a naval officer has drawn reactions from Nigerians, exposing frustrations over inequality and abuse of power.