The Nigerian Federal Government has announced plans to discontinue the visa-on-arrival policy, a move aimed at strengthening national security and improving immigration processes. This decision was revealed by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, during the closing ceremony of a weeklong capacity-building training for personnel of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS). The visa-on-arrival policy, introduced…
Apple, on Friday has announced that it will no longer offer full end-to-end encryption for iPhone users in the United Kingdom, citing government requests for global data access. The decision means that new UK users will not have access to Advanced Data Protection (ADP), while existing users will eventually need to disable this security feature….
In a significant move to combat financial crimes and uphold justice, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has returned a total of $132,362.43 and N78,566,324.81 to victims of fraud from the United States, Spain, and Switzerland. This act underscores Nigeria’s dedication to tackling economic and financial crimes while ensuring restitution for those affected by…
Feyenoord legend and former Netherlands international Robin van Persie has officially been named the new head coach of the Eredivisie club, signing a contract that will keep him at the helm until June 2027. This marks a significant milestone in Van Persie’s football journey, transitioning from a celebrated playing career to a managerial role at…
The Nigerian Federal Government has reached out to China for support in diversifying its economy, with a particular focus on establishing electric vehicle (EV) assembly plants. This appeal was made by the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Amb. Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, following a meeting with the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunham. Odumegwu-Ojukwu emphasized the…
The cryptocurrency market displayed a mix of movements on February 21, with Bitcoin (BTC) making headlines by surpassing the $98,000 threshold. Meanwhile, Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) recorded modest gains, contributing to a slight uptick in the overall market. The global crypto market capitalization reached $3.23 trillion, reflecting a nearly 1% increase from the previous…
This Friday, Arab leaders will convene in Saudi Arabia for a high-stakes summit aimed at countering former U.S. President Donald Trump’s controversial proposal for Gaza. The meeting, described as one of the most significant in decades, seeks to present an alternative vision for the future of the war-ravaged Palestinian territory while addressing concerns over governance…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pledged retaliation against Hamas following the release of what the group claimed were the bodies of four Israeli hostages. Among them were Kfir Bibas, an infant, and his four-year-old brother, Ariel, the youngest victims taken during Hamas’s brutal attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. In a highly publicized…
Thursday saw a sharp decline in global equity markets, while gold surged to near-record highs. Investors marked two key milestones: one month since Donald Trump returned to the White House and five years since COVID-19 first sent shockwaves through financial markets. Gold prices soared, inching close to the $3,000 per ounce mark as fears of…
Canadian stock futures dipped on Wednesday as investors reacted to U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest tariff threats and awaited the release of the Federal Reserve’s January meeting minutes. The uncertainty surrounding trade policies and monetary decisions has heightened market caution, affecting global economic sentiment. As of 6:11 a.m. ET (11:11 GMT), futures linked to Canada’s…
