The Lagos State Government has broken its silence following a wave of social media chatter sparked by claims that the city “smells” and is crawling with giant mosquitoes. These remarks were made by social media influencer Scott Iguma during a recent podcast, where he bluntly said, “Lagos is smelling… There are a lot of big […]
Nigeria, a nation rich in culture and tradition, faces a silent but deadly crisis: modern eating habits. The shift from traditional, wholesome diets to processed, sugar-laden, and fast-food-dominated meals has created a health catastrophe. Diseases like diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and obesity are skyrocketing, leading to premature deaths. What was once a society nourished by […]
The oldest tree in the world is in the Great Basin, deep in California’s White Mountains, a Bristlecone pine (Pinus longaeva), often referred to as Methuselah. Imagine a living being that has stood through the rise and fall of empires, weathered countless storms, and survived for over 5,000 years.
Nigeria, Angola, and Gabon to Launch 10 Offshore Oil Projects to Boost Output Nigeria, Two Others Set to Launch Ten Offshore Projects to Increase Crude Production In a bold push to bolster crude oil output and reassert its influence in the global energy market, Nigeria, alongside two other West African nations—Gabon and Angola—is set […]
The 10 Best Businesses to Launch in 2025 (Even with Little Capital) 1. AI-Powered Services Why: Demand is booming for tools that use AI to automate tasks (chatbots, content creation, coding, customer support). Examples: AI consulting, custom GPT solutions, AI-powered copywriting services. 2. Sustainable Product Brands Why: Eco-conscious consumers are driving demand for green alternatives. […]
Naira Dips Slightly: Falls by 0.34% Against Dollar at Official Market The Nigerian naira experienced a slight depreciation against the United States dollar on Friday, falling by 0.34% at the official foreign exchange market. This development comes amid ongoing volatility in Nigeria’s currency market and persistent pressure on the nation’s foreign exchange reserves. According to […]
Tariff Standoff Deepens: Can US-China Trade Talks Break the Deadlock?” As the US-China trade war intensifies, both nations find themselves at a critical juncture, with each side weighing the economic and political costs of their next move. The question remains: who will blink first? Current State of Affairs Recently, China’s Ministry of Commerce announced that […]
A young man named Ubong, a 25-year-old fashion designer based in Port Harcourt has been póísónéd to déàth by his girlfriend Esther. I learned that Ubong was reportedly k!lled by his girlfriend, Esther on Sunday evening at Marine Base. Shockingly, she allegedly hid his lifeless body under the bed for three days, while his friends […]
My answer to the question is Efik, and I will present historical perspectives and other factual insights to settle the ongoing debates—both online and offline—as well as correct misrepresentations in creative works. Before diving into historical facts, it is important to acknowledge that, in everyday life, the distinction between Efik and Ibibio fashion is increasingly […]
A 23-year-old Nigerian woman identified as Osarugbe, has d!ed in Libya. She passed away at about 11:33am on Friday, April 4, 2025 after battling illness. Anti-human trafficking advocate, Yakubu Oyiza and her team had been raising money to bring her back to Nigeria for better medical treatment as hospitals in Libya rejected her. According to […]
