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He came to treat patients, then collapsed instead: Nigerian consultant doctor dies just 15 minutes after arriving hospital
6+ min ago (595+ words) Dr Ibrahim, a Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist, died about 15 minutes after arriving at Arewa Surgery Hospital in Kano. He had come to attend to elderly patients who had been waiting for him after agreeing to leave his home following Maghrib prayers....
God is the only solution to insecurity in Nigeria, not Tinubu or anybody." " Kumuyi
7+ min ago (614+ words) Pastor W. F. Kumuyi said only God, not President Bola Tinubu or any politician, can solve Nigeria's insecurity. Kumuyi made the remark during a visit to the Benue State Government House ahead of a Global Crusade in Gboko and Otukpo. Pastor E. A. Adeboye…...
NDIC takes over VFD, 46 failed microfinance banks, warns customers against dealings " see full list of affected banks
59+ min ago (526+ words) The NDIC has commenced the takeover and liquidation of 46 microfinance banks whose licences were revoked by the CBN. Customers have been warned not to carry out unauthorised transactions or interfere with the assets and records of the affected banks. The…...
Good news, bad news: FG slashes car import duty but bigger engines will now cost more
1+ hour, 15+ min ago (618+ words) FG reduced Customs duty on new vehicles from 20% to 10% and used vehicles from 15% to 5%. New Green Tax now applies to imported vehicles with engines above 2, 000cc, attracting 2% or 4% depending on engine size. Electric vehicles, mass transit buses and locally manufactured vehicles…...
Nigerian graduate leaves China speechless with perfect Mandarin graduation speech (VIDEO)
3+ hour, 30+ min ago (434+ words) Nigerian graduate Nnabuike Chisom delivered a flawless keynote speech in Mandarin at his master's graduation in China. His speech at Zhongnan University of Economics and Law (ZUEL) has gone viral across social media. Many Nigerians have praised him for representing…...
Court orders American singer Chris Brown to pay "19 billion to Housekeeper disfigured by his Dog
22+ hour, 39+ min ago (515+ words) In 2020, Maria Avila, who was working alongside her sister Patricia as Chris Brown's housekeeper, was attacked by the singer's 200lb dog. Brown accepted culpability for the attack but questioned the extent of the damages. The jury awarded $12. 9 million to Avila and…...
Cooking gas prices drop to between "1, 100 and "1, 500 as supply improves " see full list of new prices across Nigerian cities
20+ hour, 4+ min ago (509+ words) Cooking gas prices have started falling across Nigeria following improved supply and lower depot prices. Retail prices now range between "1, 100 and "1, 500 per kilogramme in many major cities, though some areas still pay more. Industry stakeholders say increased local production, imports…...
Lagos rent could soon become even more expensive - here's why
21+ hour, 28+ min ago (899+ words) Lagos has activated its 2026 Blue Book, increasing official land valuations by between 300% and 525% in many parts of the state. The higher valuations mean buyers and property owners will pay more for statutory charges such as Governor's Consent, stamp duty and…...
Altinvest launches "Your Money, Your Value" to demystify Shariah-compliant investing for Nigerians
23+ hour, 40+ min ago (363+ words) Pulse Nigeria Altinvest launches "Your Money, Your Value" to demystify Shariah-compliant investing for Nigerians The guide comes at a time when growing numbers of Nigerians are paying closer attention not only to investment returns but also to how their money…...
FG to scrap JSS-SSS separation: 7 key changes every parent and student should know
23+ hour, 48+ min ago (538+ words) The Federal Government plans to phase out the JSS-SSS separation policy to improve students' transition into senior secondary school. The proposed reform is aimed at reducing the more than 20 million school dropouts recorded between primary and senior secondary education. Students…...