· May 20

CBN: Expanding financial inclusion access with Non-Resident BVN gateway

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has launched the Non-Resident Biometric Verification Number (NRBVN) platform to enhance financial inclusion for Nigerians in the diaspora, enabling remote access to banking services such as account opening and funds transfer. Developed with the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS), the platform draws inspiration from...
· May 18

Fani-Kayode reacts to Tinubu’s handshake with Pope

Femi Fani-Kayode, former Minister of Aviation, responded positively to President Bola Tinubu’s handshake with Pope Leo XIV during the Pope’s inauguration in Rome. The Pope had personally invited Tinubu, highlighting Nigeria’s significance and inviting him to attend the inauguration amid global tensions. This marks the first time a sitting Nigerian...
· May 17

Infinix Launches Its First AI Buds with Real-Time Translation on Indiegogo

Infinix launched its AI Buds with advanced real-time translation support for 162 languages through a global Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign. The earbuds feature a transparent charging case with touchscreen, adaptive noise cancellation, and up to 36 hours of battery life. Powered by Infinix’s CogLabs AI engine, they offer conversation translation, real-time...
· May 14

Qatar gifts Trump $400m jet

The Qatar Royal family has offered a $400 million Boeing 747-8 jet to former U.S. President Donald Trump as a presidential plane, planned to be part of his future presidential library. Trump accepted the offer, seeing it as a generous gift and declined concerns about its ethical implications, emphasizing the...
· May 5

‘You lied, Kwankwaso not a thief’, Gov Yusuf fires back at Ex-SSG

Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf refuted allegations by former SSG Dr. Abdullahi Baffa Bichi accusing the administration of diverting N2 billion from local government funds. Governor Yusuf defended the integrity of himself and Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, denying claims of corruption and insisting the government is clean and judicious...
· May 5

IPI Nigeria calls for removal of obstacles to journalism – Daily Trust

International Press Institute (IPI Nigeria) urges federal and state governments to remove barriers hindering journalism practice in Nigeria. IPI calls on security agencies to stop using the Cybercrimes Act to harass journalists and instead protect press freedom. The organization commends journalists working professionally despite facing threats and challenges. IPI emphasizes...