A self-proclaimed psychic who claims to have foreseen major global events, including the arrival of COVID-19, has unveiled his predictions for 2025. Among his visions are a reconciliation between Princes William and Harry and a chilling warning of World War III. Nicolas Aujula, 38, a past life regression therapist and hypnotherapist based in South London, …
Australian Govt warns citizens against travelling to Nigeria
The Australian government has issued a strong warning to its citizens to reconsider travelling to Nigeria. A statement by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, DFAT, on Tuesday, cited a volatile security environment marked by terrorism, kidnapping, and the potential outbreak of civil unrest as reasons for the advice. “There’s a high risk …
Naira appreciates to N1,650/$ in parallel market
The Nigerian Naira appreciated N1,650 per dollar in the parallel market on Tuesday, December 31 after close of trading compared to N1,655 on Monday Also, the Naira appreciated to N1,535 per dollar in the official foreign exchange market. New data published by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, showed that the exchange rate for the …
Tinubu announces new company to bring down food, drug prices
Nigerian President, Bola Tinubu has announced the creation of a new company he hopes will bring down the price of food and promote local manufacturing of essential drugs and other medical supplies. In his new year message, Tinubu disclosed the establishment of a National Credit Guarantee Company and asked states to key into the federal …
NLC Demands Withdrawal of Tax Reform Bills
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has urged the federal government to withdraw the Tax Reform Bills submitted by President Bola Tinubu to the National Assembly. The proposed bills have sparked widespread criticism, particularly from northern leaders, who argue the reforms may disproportionately disadvantage their region. In a New Year message titled “In 2025, Hope is …
Gov. Fubara Recognizes Asari Dokubo as a Traditional Ruler
Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has formally presented a certificate of recognition to former Niger Delta militant leader, Asari Dokubo, confirming his status as the Amayanabo of Torusarama-Piri Elem Kalabari. The ceremony took place on Tuesday, December 31, during the traditional rulers’ quarterly general meeting in Port Harcourt, the state capital. In addition to …
Aussie Honeymoon Tragedy: Jacob Vennix Drowns at Bali’s Pasut Beach
An Adelaide man has tragically drowned while honeymooning in Bali after being swept out to sea by a powerful current. Jacob Vennix, 32, was swimming with his wife, Kimberley Ann Fuller, 38, at Pasut Beach, about 30 kilometers west of Denpasar, when disaster struck on Monday afternoon. The South Australian newlywed was caught in a …
Venezuela Slaps TikTok with $10M Fine Over Deadly Viral Challenges
Venezuela’s Supreme Tribunal of Justice has imposed a $10 million fine on TikTok after three adolescents died from chemical intoxication linked to viral challenges on the platform. On Monday, December 30, Judge Tania D’Amelio ruled that TikTok, owned by China’s ByteDance, failed to take “necessary and adequate measures” to prevent the spread of harmful content …
Israeli PM Netanyahu Recovering After Successful Prostate Surgery
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in good condition and recovering after undergoing successful prostate removal surgery, his office announced late Sunday, December 29. The procedure, conducted at Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem, was scheduled following the diagnosis of a urinary tract infection caused by a benign enlargement of the prostate. The surgical team, …
Governor Sule suspends board over teachers employment fraud
Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has taken decisive action by suspending the chairman and board members of the state’s Teachers Service Commission following the unauthorized employment of over 1,000 teachers. The governor had previously emphasized that only teachers properly recruited through approved processes would receive their full entitlements. This development was disclosed in a …