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A collection of soccer fan groups from around the world launched a petition Thursday calling for Gianni Infantino to resign as FIFA president after he tried to sell future World Cup profits to private investors. The petition with the hashtag _InfantinOut_ also calls for “FIFA to be rebuilt so that the current debacle can never […]
THE controversy over the five percent Ticket Sales Charge (TSC) in Nigeria’s aviation industry has highlighted significant underlying issues. Indigenous airlines assert they have fulfilled their payment obligations despite pressure from aviation unions. Stakeholders indicate that major carriers, including Air Peace, have made substantial payments towards TSC, opting for structured payment plans…
Nigeria’s headline inflation is expected to maintain its downward trend in the coming months, as easing core inflation and reduced exchange rate volatility continue to offset persistent pressure from food prices, analysts at Comercio Partners have said. The outlook followed the latest inflation data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), which showed that […]
Taiwo Oyedele, minister of finance and coordinating minister of the economy, says petrol subsidy savings mobilised N15.8 trillion in resources for the federation between June 2023 and December 2025. Oyedele spoke on Wednesday at a media conference on the scorecard of Nigeria’s reforms between 2023 and 2026. He explained that the savings were reflected through […]
Two-time US Open singles champion, Venus Williams, has received a wildcard entry into this year’s tournament, organisers said. Seven-time Grand Slam winner Williams, 46, was eliminated in the first round at Flushing Meadows last year after falling to Czech Karolina Muchova. She and sister Serena also returned to doubles action for the first time since […]
Crude oil prices rose above $91 a barrel on Tuesday as hopes of a breakthrough in the stalled peace talks between the United States and Iran faded, raising fresh concerns about global oil supplies. Brent crude, the international benchmark, rose about one per cent to $91.76 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude […]
The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has projected Nigeria’s economy to grow by 4.2 per cent in 2026, citing improved performance in the oil, manufacturing, agricultural and services sectors. In its outlook released on Wednesday, the NESG said economic growth is expected to strengthen to 4.5 percent in the second half of 2026, bringing full-year […]
THE Nigerian Navy has enhanced its maritime defense capabilities with the launch of the SSV-KALI 3 vessel, locally built in Delta State. This initiative aims to secure waterways, protect energy assets, and combat maritime crimes like oil theft. Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, highlighted the collaboration between the Navy and Sterling Oil […]
NIGERIA’S £746 million ports financing deal with the UK faces renewed scrutiny, particularly from former Minister of Education Obiageli “Oby” Ezekwesili, who urges President Bola Tinubu to terminate the agreement. In a strongly worded statement, Ezekwesili criticizes its lack of transparency, highlighting Nigeria’s rising debt, with public debt escalating from ₦87 trillion to over ₦152 […]
The National Onion Producers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria (NOPPMAN) has lifted its suspension on onion exports from Nigeria to Ghana with immediate effect. The decision follow renewed engagements aimed at resolving challenges affecting cross-border trade. The association, in a public notice signed by its President, Aliyu Maitasamu, on Wednesday, said the decision followed […]
