Former Big Brother Naija star Deeone has stirred up controversy by comparing the lavish weddings of Nigerian music stars Mr Eazi and Davido. According to him, Mr Eazi’s wedding to Temi Otedola cost a staggering $14 million, with ceremonies held across Monaco, Dubai, and Iceland. On the other hand, he claimed Davido’s Miami wedding to Chioma came in at $6 million, which is less than half the amount. Deeone emphasized the high-profile nature of Mr Eazi’s wedding, noting that it was graced by some of Africa’s wealthiest individuals, including Aliko Dangote and Abdul Samad Rabiu. The multi-location celebration, according to…
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Rudeboy, one half of the popular music duo Psquare, has expressed frustration with the current generation’s obsession with comparison and societal pressure. In an Instagram post, he lamented that everything today revolves around comparison, class, level, and maturity, which he believes is unnecessary and stressful. Rudeboy’s exact words were: “Aswear dis generation na mad people full am!! Haba!! Everything na comparison, class, level, maturity, bla bla bla… And na mumu go still listen to this poor mentality psychopaths, then come go put themselves under pressure. Like wtf!!!” According to Rudeboy, the constant comparison and competition among young people is “madness”…
New Zealand has introduced two new seasonal visa schemes under the Accredited Employer Work Visa framework, allowing Nigerians to apply for jobs abroad in various sectors such as agriculture, horticulture, tourism, and food processing. The Global Workforce Seasonal Visa and Peak Seasonal Visa are designed to support accredited employers in recruiting overseas workers for short-term roles that coincide with surges in seasonal demands. The Global Workforce Seasonal Visa is tailored for skilled workers undertaking seasonal roles, offering a validity period of up to three years. To qualify, applicants must have completed at least three seasons of work in a related…
The Nigerian naira has appreciated to N1,506 per dollar in the official window, driven by increased liquidity in the currency market and Central Bank of Nigeria interventions. The dollar spot rate settled at N1,506.8433 per dollar, reflecting a notable improvement from N1,514.8671 in the first week of September. Nigeria’s foreign reserves rose to $41.5 billion from $41.44 billion. Experts predict the naira will remain relatively strong in the global currency market amid broader pressures on the US currency. “We’re noticing renewed confidence in the Nigerian economy as investors look for safe havens for investment,” said Janet Ogochukwu, senior banker and…
The Federal Government has defended the proposed 5% fuel surcharge, stating it’s intended to generate a dedicated fund for Nigeria’s deteriorating roads, not to add extra strain on households. Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, acknowledged public concerns about potential inflation but emphasized that improved road infrastructure is crucial to lowering transportation costs. According to Oyedele, Nigeria has approximately 200,000 kilometers of roads, with only about 60,000 in good condition. He linked the poor state of roads directly to inflation, citing a significant gap between rural and urban food prices. Oyedele explained that…
Destiny Enenche, daughter of Pastor Paul Enenche of Dunamis International Gospel Church, has denied allegations that her luxury bag was bought with church offerings, describing the claim as ignorant. She revealed that the bag was actually a gift from her mother, Pastor Becky Enenche. According to Destiny, her parents are successful medical doctors with careers outside the ministry, and they don’t depend on church offerings for their livelihood. They don’t receive salaries from the church, and most of the things they wear are gifts from non-church members who have been blessed by their ministry. About 99% of what they wear…
The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has confirmed that its nationwide strike over a labor dispute with Dangote Refinery will continue. The strike was prompted by the refinery’s alleged anti-union policies, particularly its plan to bar drivers of its trucks from joining any union. NUPENG President Williams Akporeha stated that the union had no choice but to press on with industrial action after Dangote’s management rejected recognized oil and gas unions and allegedly claimed to have a separate association for its workers. Akporeha alleged that the Dangote refinery created an alternative drivers’ association to weaken NUPENG,…
The FCTA has appointed Mrs. Nancy Sabanti Nathan as Acting Head of Service following Mrs. Grace Adayilo’s death. Nathan’s appointment takes immediate effect, and she will serve in an acting capacity until a substantive Head of Service is appointed. Mrs. Nathan previously served as Permanent Secretary in the Youth Development Secretariat of the FCT and Director of Finance and Administration in the office of the Honourable Minister. Her appointment as Acting Head of Service is pending the appointment of a substantive Head of Service. The FCTA had earlier lost Mrs. Grace Adayilo, who was appointed by President Bola Tinubu in…
Chowdeck has just secured a massive $9 million in Series A funding, and this is a big one for the Nigerian tech scene. The company says the new investment will help it expand its quick commerce services and reach even more cities across Nigeria and Ghana. For those who may not know, Chowdeck was founded in October 2021 by Femi Aluko, Olumide Ojo, and Lanre Yusuf. In just a few short years, it has become one of the fastest-growing delivery platforms in Nigeria. Today, it serves over 1.5 million people with the help of more than 20,000 riders across 11…
Veteran Nollywood actor, Yemi Sholade, has sparked heated debate online after opening up about his decision to stop attending church. Speaking during an interview on the Honest Bunch Podcast, the actor revealed that he placed a curse on a pastor who once advised him not to accept film production jobs scheduled for Sundays. According to Sholade, the pastor’s advice felt like an indirect attempt to stop him from making money, money he could have given as offerings in church. He explained that the experience pushed him away from church completely. The actor further emphasized that there is no divine law…
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has petitioned the Police Service Commission (PSC) against the state police command, alleging “serial violations,” “unprofessional conduct,” and “abuse of office” by some officers. The petition, addressed to the PSC and made public on Monday, September 8, accuses the Kaduna Commissioner of Police and some officers of engaging in actions contrary to their duties since assuming office on December 30, 2024. El-Rufai claimed that his earlier petition to the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, did not address his concerns about the actions of the officers, prompting him to escalate the matter to the…
American rapper Kanye West and his wife Bianca Censori were reportedly asked to leave the 2025 Grammy Awards after a provocative red carpet appearance. Bianca, a 30-year-old designer, wore a completely see-through nude mesh dress, baring her body to cameras. The stunt sparked a strong reaction on social media. According to reports, the couple arrived at the event uninvited and were later asked to leave after their “crazy stunt.” However, it’s unclear whether they were escorted out by authorities or left on their own accord. Kanye West and Bianca Censori got married in December 2022, less than a month after…