Ekaba Festival: A Celebration of Heritage, Unity and Renewal in Evboehighae
By Chris Nehikhare Each year, the people of Evboehighae join other Edo South communities in celebrating the Ekaba Festival, an age-long cultural tradition that speaks to our shared history, spirituality, and communal values. More than a festival, Ekaba is a sacred moment of remembrance, thanksgiving, and renewal. Today, I was present in Evboehighae to witness […]
BOVI CRITICIZES SUPER EAGLES AFTER AFCON SEMI-FINAL LOSS
Nigerian comedian Bovi Ugboma has slammed the Super Eagles following their 4–2 penalty shootout defeat to Morocco in the 2025 AFCON semi-finals. ALSO READ: Morocco beat Nigeria 4–2 on penalties In a video broadcast, Bovi accused the players of being “distracted” by social media and excessive fan praise, which he believes led to a lack […]
Morocco beat Nigeria 4–2 on penalties
The Super Eagles’ quest for a fourth AFCON title ended in heartbreak on Wednesday after a 4–2 penalty shootout loss to hosts Morocco. ALSO READ: Trump Administration Suspends Immigrant Visas For 75 Countries Following a scoreless 120 minutes at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou proved the hero, saving two Nigerian spot-kicks […]
Trump Administration Suspends Immigrant Visas For 75 Countries
The Trump administration has announced an indefinite pause on immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, effective January 21, 2026. ALSO READ: FG AND ASUU SIGN HISTORIC PACT TO END UNIVERSITY STRIKES The State Department characterized the move as an effort to end “abuse” of the U.S. immigration system by foreign nationals who might […]
FG AND ASUU SIGN HISTORIC PACT TO END UNIVERSITY STRIKES
The Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have signed a landmark agreement aimed at ending decades of industrial instability. ALSO READ: FG Directs Banks And Fintechs To Collect 7.5% Vat On Electronic Services Unveiled by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, the pact includes a 40% salary increase for academic […]
FG Directs Banks And Fintechs To Collect 7.5% Vat On Electronic Services
The Federal Government has mandated all financial institutions and fintechs to collect and remit a 7.5% Value-Added Tax (VAT) on electronic banking service charges starting Monday, January 19, 2026. ALSO READ: JAMB Announces Sale Of 2026 UTME The tax will apply to service fees for mobile money transfers, USSD transactions, and card issuance, rather than […]