The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry has criticised the Federal Government for its delay in implementing the duty-free food importation policy, particularly following the arrival of a 32,000-tonne shipment of brown rice from Thailand in Lagos. The rice, imported through logistics firm DUCAT, was intended to mitigate the escalating food inflation, which dropped to …
Cricket: Nigeria coach upbeat ahead Women’s U-19 W’Cup 17th January 2025
Junior Female Yellow Greens coach Sarah Bhakita has said the team is in high spirits ahead of their debut at the ICC U-19 Women’s World Cup in Malaysia, thanks to their impressive warm-up games against Pakistan and Scotland, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The team concluded their warm-up matches for the tournament with a statement win over …
Danielle Collins Booed After Controversial On-Court Antics Against Aussie Rising Star Destanee Aiava
American tennis star Danielle Collins faced heavy criticism from Australian fans after her contentious behavior during a second-round match at the Australian Open. The world No.10’s antics overshadowed her hard-fought victory against rising Aussie sensation Destanee Aiava. The match was a grueling three-set thriller, with Collins ultimately prevailing 7-6(4), 4-6, 6-2. Aiava, a qualifier, showcased …
Governors back tax reform bills but reject VAT increase
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has rejected the move to increase Value Added Tax (VAT). The forum made this known in a communiqué released after its meeting in Abuja on Thursday, Jan. 16. The governors expressed support for the ongoing legislative process of the Tax Reform Bills currently before the National Assembly. However they opposed …
Learner Tien Shocks Medvedev in Five-Set Thriller at Australian Open
19-Year-Old Learner Tien Stuns Medvedev in Epic Late-Night Showdown The Australian Open continues to witness teenage triumphs, with 19-year-old American qualifier Learner Tien pulling off a spectacular upset against former world No. 1 Daniil Medvedev in a grueling five-set battle. The match, which lasted an exhausting four hours and 48 minutes, ended just after 2:50 …
I feel like I’m in prison, Wendy Williams breaks silence on conservatorship
Wendy Williams just broke her silence on the conservatorship she’s been placed on. The former talk show host and her niece, Alex, called into Power 105.1’s The Breakfast Club, hosted by DJ Envy, Charlamagne that God and Jess Hilarious, on Thursday, Jan. 16. During the interview, she spoke about her court-mandated guardianship, comparing her life …
Jessica Alba Breaks Silence on Separation from Cash Warren
Jessica Alba has addressed her separation from husband Cash Warren for the first time, following nearly 17 years of marriage and three children together. The actress shared a heartfelt statement on Instagram, responding to reports about their decision to part ways despite spending the holidays as a family. Alba revealed that she and Warren are …
Basketball star Noah Scurry shot and killed outside home
Noah Scurry, a 17-year-old high school basketball star from Pennsylvania, tragically lost his life this week after he was sh0t just steps from his home. The Philadelphia Police Department reported that the fatal incident took place around 7:15 AM on Tuesday, January 14, while Scurry was on his way to Samuel Fels High School. The …
Chaos in Senate as Senator Walks Out During IGP’s 2025 Budget Presentation
Tempers ran high at the Nigerian Senate on Thursday morning, January 16, during the 2025 budget defence session for the Nigeria Police Force. The proceedings turned chaotic when two lawmakers raised objections, claiming the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, presented details that did not match the documents provided to them beforehand. Despite the concerns, the …
Court orders arrest of Mercy Chinwo’s manager over alleged diversion of $345,000
A Federal High Court in Lagos has issued a warrant of arrest against Ezekiel Onyedikachukwu, the manager of popular gospel singer Mercy Chinwo. Justice Alexander Owoeye granted the order on Thursday, January 16, after an ex parte motion filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). During the hearing, EFCC counsel Mrs Bilikisu Buhari …