President Bola Tinubu has issued a stern warning to ethnic agitators threatening Nigeria’s unity, emphasizing that they will face the consequences of their actions. Tinubu’s statement came in response to the recent invasion of the Oyo State House of Assembly Complex by Yoruba Nation agitators, who declared the independence of the ‘Democratic Republic of the Yoruba.’ During a meeting with leaders of the Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere, Tinubu emphasized his commitment to Nigeria’s unity and constitutional democracy, stating his administration’s progress against insurgency and determinati ..read more

Federal Government of Nigeria reaffirms its commitment to bolstering the global creative economy through arts and culture, as stated by Minister of Art, Culture, and the Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, during the opening of the Nigeria Pavilion at the Venice Biennale. The Minister highlighted the importance of innovative strategies to attract investment in arts and culture, emphasizing partnerships with private sector entities like MOWAA. Nigeria’s presence at the Biennale showcases the nation’s vibrancy, diversity, and talent, underscoring its dedication to nurturing a flouri ..read more

By John Adiasi Bayern Munich Knock Out Arsenal to Reach Champions League Semi-Finals Munich, Germany – In a tightly contested UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg, Bayern Munich secured a 1-0 victory over Arsenal, progressing to the semi-finals of the prestigious European competition. The tie was delicately poised after the first leg ended in a 2-2 draw at the Emirates Stadium, setting the stage for a thrilling encounter at the Allianz Arena. It was Bayern’s Joshua Kimmich who proved to be the hero of the night, scoring a powerful second-half header to give the hosts a deserved vict ..read more

By John Adiasi Real Madrid Stun Manchester City in Dramatic Champions League Clash Madrid, Spain – In a thrilling UEFA Champions League quarterfinal showdown, Real Madrid emerged victorious over Manchester City in a penalty shootout on Wednesday, April 17th. The defending champions, Manchester City, were knocked out of the competition following the dramatic 4-3 penalty shootout loss at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. The match ended 1-1 on the night, with the aggregate score tied at 4-4 after the two-legged tie. Real Madrid took the lead in the first half through a goal from Rodrygo, who tappe ..read more

The Federal Government has brought together 120 researchers, startups, and stakeholders to inaugurate the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy workshop. Taking place from April 15 to 18, 2024, in Abuja, the workshop aims to craft an AI strategy for Nigeria. Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, expressed in a statement that this gathering marks a significant step in Nigeria’s efforts to leverage AI for national progress. Tijani also commended Nigeria’s wealth of talent in the AI domain, finding it impressive and inspiring. AI has emerged as a versatile technology ..read more

The naira continues to rise on the official market even as the supply of dollars declines. The naira gained 0.56 percent against the US currency in the official foreign exchange market, despite a drop in dollar supply. The dollar was quoted at N1,136.04, stronger than N1,142.38 at the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM), according to the summary of FX transactions released by the FMDQ Securities Exchange. The intraday high closed at N1,227 per dollar, which was higher than Friday’s closing price of N1,265/$. Additionally, Monday’s intraday low closed strongly at N1,000, surpass ..read more

In March 2024, despite the Nigerian Naira’s recent resurgence, the country’s inflation rate surged to 33.20%, marking a significant increase from February’s 31.70%. This uptick in inflation, as reported by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), reflects the ongoing economic challenges faced by Nigerians, particularly in the realm of affordability and purchasing power. The NBS’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) report for March revealed a 1.50% point increase in headline inflation compared to February. On a year-on-year basis, inflation in March 2024 was 11.16% points higher than the rate recorded ..read more

Iran reportedly launched more than 300 drones and missiles towards Israel, citing a response to an earlier attack on its consulate in Syria. While Israeli defenses managed to intercept the majority of the projectiles, some managed to breach and cause damage, including hitting a military facility in southern Israel. Amidst escalating tensions, world leaders, including Israel’s ambassador to the UN, Gilan Erdan, and UN Secretary-General António Guterres, convened for urgent discussions. Erdan called upon the international community to condemn Iran’s actions as acts of terror, emphasizing the nee ..read more

The recent treason by individuals claiming affiliation with the O’odua Nation into the Oyo State Governor’s Office and House of Assembly has sparked vehement condemnation from the leadership and residents of Ibadan. In a unified voice, the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII), alongside various traditional councils, market leaders, community associations, and elders, expressed profound dismay at the audacious act. Chief Niyi Ajewole, the President-General of CCII, emphasized the gravity of the situation, calling for a comprehensive investigation to uncover the motives and perpetrators be ..read more

OpenAI has dismissed two researchers over suspected information leaks, as per a source familiar with the matter.Among them is Leopold Aschenbrenner, known for his work on AI safety. Aschenbrenner was associated with OpenAI’s Chief Scientist, Ilya Sutskever, who was involved in a previous attempt to remove CEO Sam Altman. The exact nature of the leaked information remains undisclosed.The other researcher, Pavel Izmailov, who focused on reasoning, also had ties to the safety team. These dismissals mark notable personnel changes since CEO Sam Altman resumed his board position in March ..read more