Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

House Of Representatives Advances Bill To Establish Federal College Of Entrepreneurship In Abia. The House of Representatives has taken a major step towards the creation of the Federal College of Entrepreneurship and Skills Acquisition in Ntigha, Isiala Ngwa North, Abia State. On Tuesday, lawmakers advanced a bill proposing the establishment of the institution, with the legislation successfully passing its second reading during a plenary session presided over by Speaker Tajudeen Abass. The proposed bill, titled *“A Bill for an Act to Establish the Federal College of Entrepreneurship and Skills Acquisition, Ntigha, Isiala Ngwa North, Abia State, to Provide…

Swift Emergency Response Prevents Casualties In Otedola Bridge Tanker Explosion. A major explosion rocked Otedola Bridge in Lagos last night, igniting a massive fire after a petroleum tanker overturned. The incident, which occurred at 8:18 p.m., involved a 50,000-litre tanker carrying petroleum products that toppled while making a turn. Despite the scale of the fire, no casualties had been confirmed as of press time. The Director General of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Dr Olufemi Damilola Oke-Osanyintolu, assured that a coordinated emergency response had been activated to manage the situation. The Lagos State Fire and Rescue…

Manchester United Unveil Plans For £2bn, 100,000-Seater Stadium. Manchester United have announced ambitious plans to construct a new £2bn, 100,000-capacity stadium near their current home at Old Trafford. The project, spearheaded by co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, aims to create the “world’s greatest football stadium” within five years. An Ambitious Timeline A stadium of this scale would typically take around a decade to complete, but United believe they can halve that timeframe by adopting a modular construction approach and utilising the Manchester Ship Canal for transportation. “Normally, if you were building a 100,000-seater stadium from the ground up in an…

Philippine Town Offers Cash Bounty For Mosquitoes Amid Dengue Surge. Authorities in one of the Philippines’ most densely populated urban centres have introduced an unusual measure to combat a rising dengue outbreak—offering a cash reward for captured mosquitoes. Carlito Cernal, village chief of Barangay Addition Hills in central Manila, has announced a bounty of one peso (less than two US cents) for every five mosquitoes. The initiative, aimed at supplementing existing anti-dengue efforts, has sparked mixed reactions, with some ridiculing the scheme on social media. However, Mr Cernal insists that drastic action is necessary for the well-being of the…

PSG End Liverpool’s Champions League Hopes In Dramatic Shootout. Liverpool’s Champions League journey came to an agonising end as they lost on penalties to a resolute Paris Saint-Germain side in a thrilling night at Anfield. PSG, tasked with overturning a 1-0 first-leg deficit, displayed remarkable composure under Luis Enrique, eliminating a Liverpool side widely considered among the favourites for the title. Ousmane Dembélé’s early goal set the stage for PSG’s comeback, with Liverpool unable to break down their resilient visitors. Throughout the contest, the French champions remained a persistent threat, ultimately securing a well-deserved victory over two legs. …

New Personal Income Tax Calculator Launched To Assess Impact Of Tax Reforms. As part of ongoing tax reforms, a new Personal Income Tax Calculator has been introduced to help Nigerians assess the impact of proposed changes to tax bands and rates on their earnings. The online tool allows users to compare their tax liabilities under the current law and the proposed Nigeria Tax Bill. By simulating the potential tax payable, individuals can gain a clearer understanding of how the reforms may affect their income. To access the Personal Income Tax Calculator, users can scan the QR code or…

House Of Representatives Calls For Suspension Of Increased ATM Charges. The House of Representatives has passed a resolution urging the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to suspend its recent policy on increased Automated Teller Machine (ATM) transaction charges and the removal of free withdrawals for customers using other banks’ ATMs. The resolution followed a motion of urgent public importance moved by Marcus Onobun, who highlighted concerns over the financial burden the policy would place on Nigerians. Lawmakers expressed worries that the new charges would further strain citizens already grappling with economic challenges. The House has now called on…

House Of Representatives Orders Nationwide Ban On Pornographic Websites. Nigeria’s House of Representatives has directed the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to enforce an immediate shutdown of all pornographic websites across the country. The decision, announced on Tuesday, mandates internet service providers to block access to such sites, marking a significant move to regulate online content in Nigeria. The motion, sponsored by Katsina lawmaker Dalhatu Tafoki, was presented as a measure to “protect societal values.” Tafoki emphasised the need to safeguard the moral fabric of the nation, particularly in light of growing concerns over the impact of explicit content…

Senate Declares Edo Central And Anambra South Seats Vacant, Calls For By-Elections. The Senate has officially declared the Edo Central and Anambra South Senatorial seats vacant and has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to organise by-elections to fill them. Senate President Godswill Akpabio made the announcement during plenary on Tuesday, highlighting the need for prompt action to ensure adequate representation for the affected constituencies. The Edo Central Senatorial seat became vacant after Monday Okpebholo, who was previously a senator, was sworn in as Governor of Edo State in December 2024. His election to the governorship meant…

President Tinubu Inaugurates National Youth Confab Planning Committee. President Bola Tinubu has officially inaugurated the planning committee for the National Youth Confab, marking a significant step towards engaging young Nigerians in national development. The ceremony took place on Monday at the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja. The committee will be chaired by Olubunmi Olusanya, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Youth Development, and will be responsible for organising a 30-day national conference aimed at addressing key challenges facing Nigerian youths. This initiative follows the President’s Independence Day announcement five months ago, where he pledged to create…

BUA And Others Defy FX Crisis, Record Over N500 Billion Profit. Despite the challenging economic landscape marked by naira devaluation and foreign exchange (FX) losses, five companies have defied the odds, posting a combined profit of N539.48 billion in their 2024 financial results. This impressive figure represents a 97.6 per cent increase compared to the N273 billion recorded in 2023. The companies—BUA Foods, Beta Glass, MRS Oil, National Salt Company of Northern Nigeria (NASCON), and BUA Cement—successfully navigated economic turbulence through strategic pricing, cost optimisation, and operational efficiency. Resilience Amidst Challenges While many businesses struggled with FX volatility,…

Major Collision In North Sea: Oil Tanker And Cargo Ship Ablaze. A significant maritime incident unfolded in the North Sea off the coast of East Yorkshire, as the US-flagged oil tanker Stena Immaculate collided with the Portuguese-flagged cargo ship Solong at approximately 09:50 GMT on March 10, 2025. Incident Details The Stena Immaculate, transporting jet fuel for the US Department of Defense, was reportedly at anchor in the Humber Estuary when the Solong collided with its port side, leading to multiple explosions and fires aboard both vessels. The collision resulted in a ruptured cargo tank on the tanker, causing…