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Citigroup to Cut Up to 200 Tech Contractor Roles in China Amid Global IT Overhaul May 16, 2025 – Hong Kong Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:C) is set to eliminate up to 200 information technology (IT) contractor roles in China, according to two sources familiar with the matter, as part of a strategic shift to hire permanent … Read more
Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’ Hits N600 Million in Nigerian Box Office Entertainment CorrespondentMay 17, 2025 Ryan Coogler’s supernatural horror film Sinners, starring Michael B. Jordan, has achieved a remarkable milestone, grossing N600 million at the Nigerian box office after five weeks in cinemas. The film, which premiered on April 18, 2025, has dominated local charts, holding … Read more
The Rise of Villager: How Uche Cole is Building the Zara of Africa from the Ground Up Lagos, Nigeria – August 29, 2025 – In the bustling world of African fashion, where creativity meets cultural heritage, a new contender is emerging. Villager, a UK-based brand founded by Nigerian entrepreneur Godswill Cole Chiori—better known as Uche … Read more
On March 13, 2025, an American influencer named Sam Jones left Australia following widespread outrage over a video she posted showing her snatching a baby wombat from its mother. The incident, which occurred at an unspecified location in Australia, sparked intense backlash from the public, conservationists, and government officials. The video, originally shared on Jones’ … Read more
NITDA Partners with SecDojo to Launch Cybersecurity Academy in Nigeria Abuja, Nigeria – April 15, 2025, 9:40 AM PDT – cybersecurity training platform with a strong regional presence and a mission to build local talent and resilience in cybersecurity. and upskilling firm, to establish a Cybersecurity Academy in Nigeria. Inked on the sidelines of GITEX … Read more
Iran-U.S. Nuclear Talks in Rome: A Bid for Control Amid Tensions April 19, 2025 Rome, Italy – On April 19, 2025, Iran and the U.S. began a second round of nuclear talks in Rome, mediated by Oman, to curb Tehran’s nuclear program, per Reuters (web:18). Following a “constructive” first round in Oman on April 12, … Read more
Lagos, Nigeria, May 5, 2025 — Parallex Bank Limited, Nigeria’s pioneering commercial bank that transitioned from a microfinance institution, has launched its highly anticipated Parallex Mobile App 2.1, boasting over 200 new features designed to redefine financial freedom for its customers. Announced on May 2, 2025, via the bank’s official X account (@parallexbankng), the upgraded … Read more
Lagos, Nigeria – Might 6, 2025 – Nigeria’s main Fee Terminal Service Suppliers (PTSPs), Accelerex and ITEX, have partnered with Zone, Africa’s fastest-growing cost infrastructure firm, by integrating with its regulated blockchain community for funds. Introduced on Might 5, 2025, this transfer, representing over 50% of the bank-focused PTSP market share in Nigeria, marks a … Read more
Nigeria’s Top Performing Pension Fund Managers in April 2025 Lagos, Nigeria – May 8, 2025 – The Nigerian pension industry continued to show resilience in April 2025, with sixteen Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) achieving an average return of 0.91% across various Retirement Savings Account (RSA) funds, according to data compiled by Nairalytics, the research arm … Read more
Introduction FTX VS Crypto FTX VS Crypto.com – In the world of cryptocurrency trading, there are numerous platforms to choose from, each offering unique features and benefits. Two popular options in the market are FTX and Crypto.com. Both platforms have gained recognition for their robust offerings, but which one is the best fit for you? … Read more