Poland’s Tusk says US Republicans may cost ‘thousands of lives’ over Ukraine vote
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson on Tuesday that “the fate of millions of people” and “thousands of lives” depends on whether the Republican allows a vote on $60 billion in military aid to Ukraine. “This is not some political skirmish that (only) matters on the American political […]
Justify N3.25tn security budget, Reps tell NSA
The House of Representatives, on Tuesday, called on the Office of the National Security Adviser to coordinate intelligence and security operations in the country, particularly in Kaduna State, following last week’s abduction of over 200 students in the Chikun Local Government Area of the state by suspected bandits. The lawmakers also expressed worry that in […]
FG probes 107 varsities over fake degrees
The Federal Government has invited memoranda from the public as it begins the probe of private universities established in the last 15 years. The Federal Government initiated the probe following an investigative report by Daily Nigerian journalist, Umar Audu, uncovering certificate racketeering in neighbouring Benin Republic and Togo. Checks by The PUNCH showed that no […]
Reps ask CBN to restrain banks from holding customers’ reversed funds
The House of Representatives on Tuesday mandated the Central Bank of Nigeria to restrain commercial banks operating in the country from holding reversed funds of customers beyond the timeline stipulated by the apex bank. The resolution of the House followed the adoption of a motion titled, “Need to restrain commercial banks from holding funds reversal […]
International Women’s Day 2024
By Dorcas Omidoyin As we gather to celebrate International Women’s Day this year, we embrace the powerful theme that guides our reflections and actions: Breaking Barriers. In a world constantly evolving, women continue to shatter stereotypes, overcome challenges, and redefine their roles across all spheres of life. This International Women’s Day, we honor and applaud […]
Why Wearing Makeup During Workouts May Be Bad for Your Skin
By Dorcas Omidoyin Wearing makeup during workouts has become increasingly common, especially with the rise of athleisure and fitness-conscious beauty products. While it might seem harmless or even beneficial to maintain a flawless appearance while exercising, the reality is that wearing makeup during workouts can be detrimental to your skin health. In conclusion, while wearing […]
IMF review mission to Zambia tentatively scheduled for mid-April
The International Monetary Fund will assess the economic impact of a devastating drought on Zambia in a visit tentatively scheduled for mid-April, the fund said on Thursday. Zambia is planning to start rationing electricity next week as a devastating drought that has been declared a national disaster affects hydropower generation, as well as food production. […]
CBN reports 433% upsurge in remittances to $1,3bn in February
The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has reported a 433 per cent upsurge in Diaspora remittances to $1.3 billion in February from $300 million in January. Disclosing this yesterday while speaking with newsmen in Abuja, the Acting Director of Corporate Communications, CBN, Mrs Hakama Sidi Ali, said, “The Bank’s data indicates that overseas remittances rose […]
Reps demand 2024 budget review over forex crisis
The House of Representatives has called for a review of the 2024 budget projections owing to the free fall of the naira in the past few months. Rising from plenary session on Thursday, the lawmakers adopted a motion on matter of public urgent importance titled, “Need to evaluate the implications of the current exchange rates […]
Tinubu suspends REA boss, directors over alleged N1.2bn fraud
President Bola Tinubu has indefinitely suspended the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Rural Electrification Agency, Ahmad Salihijo, alongside three executive directors of the agency, from office. This followed “new findings unearthed during a comprehensive investigation into the financial activities of the Rural Electrification Agency,” the State House revealed in a statement signed by the […]
Nigeria Air Force trainer plane crashes but pilots survive
A Nigerian Air Force Super Mushshak trainer aircraft was involved in “a minor mishap” on Thursday, but the two pilots on board survived the crash, the Air Force said. The incident occurred at about 1335 GMT near a military airfield in the northern city of Kaduna as the plane was returning from a routine training […]
3 Reasons Your Hair Is Shedding More Than Usual + How To Deal
Technically, you shed hair every day—about 50 to 100 hairs on average, in fact. But if you’ve noticed more strands falling to the floor lately, you might be playing detective to find out what’s causing the sudden uptick. Any increase in shedding can definitely spark some anxiety, so let us fill you in on a few […]
Taking Breaks and Spaces in Relationships
Dorcas Omidoyin To start with, breaks are not the same as spaces. They’re two different words with different meanings. In the case of cohabitation, people sometimes desire space in their relationships. Their partner’s persistent presence around them may be enough to make them feel choking. In the actual world, space is more relatable, especially when […]
Panic Attack
Timothy Alor Ever found yourself in a “near miss” scenario that left your heart pounding? Let’s delve into the intriguing realm of understanding the mind, simplifying the intricacies along the way. Following the rush of adrenaline and physical reaction, your mind takes center stage. It actively seeks an explanation for your body’s abrupt response. Picture […]
Forex crisis threatens modular refineries N25bn daily crude input
Modular refineries in Nigeria are currently facing the threat of shutting down operations following their inability to access foreign exchange for the purchase of crude oil, a commodity priced in United States dollars. Nigeria has 25 licenced modular refineries with a combined capacity of producing 200,000 barrels of crude oil daily. Although not all of […]