Author: Adejuyigbe Adegoke

9mobile Rebrands As T2, Ushering In A Bold New Era For Nigerian Telecoms. Nigeria’s fourth-largest telecommunications operator, 9mobile, has officially rebranded as T2, marking a significant shift in its identity and strategy. The unveiling took place on Friday at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos, heralding a new chapter for the company as it seeks to redefine its role in Nigeria’s dynamic telecoms market. The rebrand, which includes a vibrant transition from 9mobile’s signature green to a bold orange colour scheme, is more than a cosmetic change, according to Chief Executive Officer Obafemi Banigbe. Speaking at the launch event…

Oxfam Raises Alarm As 83 Million Nigerians Survive On Less Than N3,100 Daily. Oxfam in Nigeria has revealed that over 83 million Nigerians, representing nearly 39% of the population, are living in extreme poverty, surviving on less than N3,100 ($2) per day. The stark figure, drawn from 2022 data by the National Bureau of Statistics, was highlighted during a policy dialogue in Abuja on Thursday, themed ‘The Next 90%: Youth, Policy & A Fairer Nigeria’. The event brought together representatives from the Senate, ministries, embassies, international organisations, and civil society to address the nation’s deepening inequality crisis. John Makina,…

WAEC Recalls 2025 WASSCE Results, Urges Candidates To Recheck Amid Technical Glitches. The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has recalled the results of the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates, citing technical issues in the result compilation process. The examination body announced on Thursday that candidates who accessed their results earlier this week should disregard them and check again within 24 hours for updated outcomes, following the temporary shutdown of its result-checking portal. In a statement by Moyosola Adesina, WAEC’s Acting Head of Public Affairs, the council revealed that glitches were detected during an…

FBN Holdings’ Attempted Takeover Of Egbin Power, Ikeja Electric, And FIPL Sparks Controversy. FBN Holdings, through its subsidiary FBNQuest Trustees Limited, has moved to take control of three major Nigerian power companies—Egbin Power Plc, Ikeja Electric Plc, and First Independent Power Limited (FIPL)—following a Federal High Court order appointing Kunle Ogunba & Associates as Receiver/Manager. The action, aimed at recovering debts tied to loans from a consortium of banks, has ignited a fierce dispute with Sahara Energy Group, the parent company of the power firms, which vehemently denies the receivership claims. The banks, including Zenith, UBA, FCMB, Access, Fidelity,…

Lagos State Mandates Hospitality Businesses To Secure LASPA And LASTMA Approvals. Lagos State Government has issued a directive requiring all hospitality businesses, including hotels, event centres, and nightclubs, to obtain approvals from the Lagos State Parking Authority (LASPA) and the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA). The move aims to tackle indiscriminate parking and traffic congestion caused by these establishments, ensuring smoother traffic flow and enhanced public safety across the state. The directive was announced in a joint statement by LASPA General Manager Adebisi Adelabu and LASTMA General Manager Bakare-Oki Olalekan, following a meeting at the Parking Authority office…

US Tightens Student Visa Rules: Skipping Classes Could Lead To Revocation. The United States has issued a stern warning to international students, emphasising that failure to adhere to academic commitments could result in the revocation of their visas. In a statement released by the US Mission in Nigeria, students who skip classes, drop out, or abandon their academic programmes without notifying their institutions risk losing their student visa status and potentially jeopardizing future US visa applications. The announcement, shared via the mission’s official X account on Monday, underscores the importance of maintaining compliance with visa terms to avoid immigration complications.…

UAC Of Nigeria Strengthens FMCG Dominance with Acquisition Of Chivita|Hollandia From Coca-Cola. UAC of Nigeria PLC has announced a landmark agreement to acquire Chivita|Hollandia (CHI Limited), a leading food and beverage company, from The Coca-Cola Company. The deal, disclosed on Wednesday, 30 July 2025, in a filing with the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), marks a significant step in UAC’s strategy to expand its footprint in Nigeria’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, pending regulatory approval. CHI Limited, established in Lagos in 1980, is a powerhouse in Nigeria’s food and beverage industry, renowned for its market-leading brands. The Hollandia brand dominates…

Nigeria’s Egusi Seed Set To Become First Agricultural Product From West Africa To Journey To Space. In an extraordinary leap for Nigerian science and culture, the humble egusi melon seed, a staple of West African cuisine, is set to make history as the first agricultural product from the region to journey into space. Sourced from the fertile fields of Oyo State, these seeds will soar to the International Space Station (ISS) on 31 July 2025, aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, marking a proud moment for Nigeria and the entire continent. This groundbreaking mission, aptly named “Emerging Space Nations:…

Sixteen UNILAG Students Awarded Prestigious PMAF Scholarships. On 17 July 2025, sixteen indigent students at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) were celebrated as recipients of the Professor Mike Adebamowo Foundation (PMAF) Scholarship Awards, a generous initiative totalling N8,925,000. The ceremony, held at the university’s campus in Akoka, Lagos, highlighted the foundation’s commitment to supporting academic excellence and easing financial burdens for deserving students. The PMAF Scholarship, established to honour the legacy of Professor Mike Adebamowo, a distinguished academic, targets students who demonstrate both financial need and outstanding academic potential. This year’s awards, presented at a heartfelt event, were…

It’s not every day that two financial giants fight over a credit card deal with a $100 million bid on the table, but that’s exactly what’s happening with the Apple Card. Visa has reportedly offered Apple a staggering $100 million to replace Mastercard as the payment network for the Apple Card. Apple’s sleek credit card, launched in 2019 with Goldman Sachs and Mastercard, has grown into a major player, but with Goldman Sachs looking to exit after racking up billions in losses, Apple is now restructuring its card program. Visa wants in, Mastercard wants to stay, and American Express is…

The second quarter of the year 2025 is rolling-out on the highs as Nigerians wake up to the news of the sack of the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited – NNPCL, Mele Kyari by President Tinubu. The shock was perfected with immediate replacement of Kyari with the appointment of Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari as the new GCEO and Ahmadu Musa Kida as non-executive chairman. President Tinubu has also sacked all board members who were appointed alongside Akinyelure and Kyari in November 2023. Adedapo Segun, who took over the role of chief financial officer from…

US Secretary of States, Marco Rubio and First Lady Melania Trump, will honour a group of extraordinary women selected for the 19th annual International Women of Courage (IWOC) Award Ceremony on Tuesday, April 1, at 1:00 p.m. EDT at the Department of State. The Secretary of State’s annual #IWOC Award recognizes women from around the globe who have demonstrated exceptional courage, strength, and leadership in advocating for peace, justice, human rights, and the empowerment of women and girls – often at great personal risk and sacrifice. Since 2007, the Department of State has recognized more than 200 women from over…