The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has declared the first tranche of liquidation dividends totaling N46.6 billion from the proceeds of sales of Heritage Bank’s assets and recovery of debts owed to the defunct institution. NDIC disclosed this in a statement signed by Hawwau Gambo, acting head, communication & public affairs, on Sunday. The payment

Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has ordered the indefinite suspension of the Emir of Daware, Alhaji Hassan Ja’afaru, following allegations of corruption and misconduct. Ja’afaru, who previously served as the district head of Daware in Fufore Local Government Area, was found guilty after investigators uncovered evidence of corruption, poor administration, security breaches, and other

CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso Cardoso’s Calculated Gamble: Can Nigeria Finally Turn the Corner? by Rahma Olamide Oladosu Your browser does not support the video tag. In the bright lights of New York’s Nasdaq MarketSite, a quiet but deliberate transformation of Nigeria’s economic future was laid bare. On April 17, 2025, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)

Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance Your browser does not support the video tag. We’ll Reduce Inflation Rate to Single Digits – Finance Minister The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, says the Federal Government plans to reduce inflation rate to single digits and create more jobs. Edun stated this

New Naira Notes ‎Respect the Naira: CBN, EFCC’s Call for National Discipline Your browser does not support the video tag. ‎By Zekeri Idakwo Laruba ‎ ‎In a renewed campaign to protect the dignity of Nigeria’s currency, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have reaffirmed their joint commitment

Our parents raised us using the rules they learned, but some of these rules aren’t healthy. Nigerian parenting comes with strict ideas passed down from one generation to another, often causing more harm than good.  It’s time we recognise them and choose better ways to raise children.  Here are five toxic Nigerian parenting rules that

Nigerian Banks Your browser does not support the video tag. By Franklyn Ginger-Eke In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, the Central Bank of Nigeria’s bank recapitalisation has already yielded tangible wins as many lenders have met the higher capital thresholds, and there’s been a marked surge in credit to the real economy—a testament to stronger

Bolu (25) shares how her dream of moving to the UK for a master’s degree turned into a nightmare of debt, desperation, and choices she never imagined she’d make. Let’s start from the beginning. Why did you move to the UK? Honestly? I was tired. Of everything. Nigeria was draining me. I just wanted a

The Bible talks more openly about sex and relationships than many people realise. While we often hear about rules against adultery or premarital sex, some teachings might surprise or even shock us today.  Here are five unexpected examples: 1. Polygamy Was Allowed The Bible doesn’t clearly forbid having multiple wives. Famous figures like Abraham, Jacob

EFCC EFCC Declares Persons Wanted Over CBEX Scam Your browser does not support the video tag. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared four individuals wanted over the alleged investment fraud perpetrated on Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX), a trading platform. The four suspects are Adefowora Olanipekun, Adefowora Oluwanisola, Emmanuel Uko, and Seyi Oloyede.

Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) Student Loan Applications hit over 500,000 in 11 months, NELFUND Says Your browser does not support the video tag. The Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disclosed that in its first year of operation, over 500,000 Nigerian students applied for loans through the NELFUND portal. The fund said this was

The Premier League trophy is one of the most iconic symbols in world football. Every season, twenty teams battle over 38 games for the right to lift it high into the sky confetti flying, fans roaring, history made.  But beyond the emotion and prestige, have you ever wondered what this famous trophy is actually worth?