A groundbreaking medical procedure took place in Boston, where surgeons successfully transplanted a kidney from a genetically engineered pig into a 62-year-old man who needed a transplant, the New York Times reports. If the breakthrough is successful, it could bring hope to people who are suffering from kidney failure. According to the New York Times…
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Popular Lagos market, Eko Idumota experienced a fire outbreak that engulfed several shops in the Nanadi Azikwe and Docemo sections of the market. Based on reports from a video on the fire outbreak that took place on Wednesday, about three buildings were affected, a two-storey structure and one three-storey building known for housing shops selling clothes, bags, and shoes. Emergency responders from the Lagos State Fire…
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Coordinator of Ijaw Monitoring Group, IMG, Joseph Evah has alleged that former President Muhammadu Buhari’s government was a wicked government that was worse than the Nigeria civil war. In this interview with DAILY POST, the Ijaw environmental activist spoke on a wide range of issues, including what President Bola Tinubu must do if he wants…
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The sophistication of bandits underscores the call for the establishment of state police, Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani said yesterday. He lamented that the poorly-equipped men of the local security outfits cannot confront bandits who carry “sophisticated weapons”. Kaduna is the hotbed of banditry and kidnapping in Nigeria with hundreds of abducted school pupils still in captivity.…
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“Ilorin Zonal Command of EFCC Apprehends 48 Suspected Internet Fraudsters and Herbalist in Kogi State The Ilorin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained 48 individuals suspected of internet fraud and a herbalist for their involvement in offences related to conspiracy and obtaining under false pretence. The arrests were made…
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“UAE Lifts Travel Ban on Nigerians: Nationwide Jubilations Follow Announcement” Meta Description: Exciting news as the UAE government lifts the travel ban on Nigerians, sparking celebrations throughout Nigeria. Learn more about the implications and reactions to this significant development. Keywords: UAE travel ban lifted, Nigerians, nationwide celebrations, UAE government announcement, travel restrictions, international travel, Nigeria-UAE…
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Binance will discontinue all services for Nigeria’s fiat currency, the naira, amid an ongoing regulatory conflict in the country. The crypto exchange will automatically convert naira balances to USDT from March 8 at 8:00 a.m. UTC but will cease support for NGN deposits after 14:00 UTC today. Withdrawals will become unsupported after March 8 at…
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The Bank of Ghana has suspended the Foreign Exchange Trading Licences of two Nigerian-owned banks, Guaranty Trust Bank Ghana Limited and FBNBank Ghana Limited. The suspension takes effect from March 18, 2024, for one month. The suspension was announced in a statement, on Monday, by the Ghanaian apex bank. The suspension comes in response to…
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“Jasmine, Mr Ibu’s Adopted Daughter, Pays Tribute to Late Actor in Interview with Chude Jideonwo” Meta Description: Jasmine, adopted daughter of late actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, celebrates the thespian’s legacy in an interview with Chude Jideonwo. She highlights his role as a father figure in her life and the lives of…
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SSANU President Warns of University Shutdown in 7 Days Over Government Demands” Meta Description: Mohammed Ibrahim, President of SSANU, issues a warning alongside NASU, threatening to shut down Nigerian universities within seven days if government demands are not met. Keywords: Mohammed Ibrahim, SSANU President, university shutdown, NASU, government demands, Nigerian universities
Senate to Investigate N30 Trillion Ways and Means Loan: Central Bank Officials Summoned” Meta Description: The Senate plans to question Central Bank of Nigeria officials regarding the N30 trillion Ways and Means loan acquired and utilized during the Muhammad Buhari-led administration. Chairman of the Senate Ad-hoc Committee, Senator Isah Jibrin, reveals the probe’s commencement this…
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“Late Nollywood Icon Mr Ibu’s Heartfelt Message to Rudeboy Emerges Before Passing” Meta Description: A touching video of veteran Nollywood actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, expressing gratitude to Rudeboy of P-Square before his untimely death at 62 from cardiac arrest emerges on social media. Keywords: Nollywood actor, John Okafor, Mr Ibu, Rudeboy,…
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The management of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, has raised a panel to examine circumstances surrounding the stampede and the casualties reported at its former zonal office in Yaba, Lagos State. The Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, directed the panel headed by a management member to identify the stampede victims and work out modalities…
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Nollywood Icon Jide Kosoko Delays 70th Birthday Amid Economic Hardship: SEO Optimized” Meta description: Learn why Jide Kosoko, a celebrated figure in Nollywood, has postponed his 70th birthday celebration due to the prevailing economic challenges in the country. Get the details from his Instagram statement on Sunday. Keywords: Jide Kosoko, Nollywood veteran, 70th birthday celebration,…
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Nigerian Man, Who Migrated to Canada, Found Dead in His Room Months Later Following his son’s relocation to Canada with an express entry visa in December 2023, a heartbroken family faces the devastating reality of his untimely demise. The distress began when communication ceased for four days, prompting the family to contact authorities. Upon investigation,…
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