The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has officially added 20 new Nigerian words to its latest update, showcasing the country's rich cultural diversity and contributions to global English. Here's the full list:- 1. 419: a term for internet scams, especially those asking for money upfront. 2. Abi: a versatile word that can be used as a … Continue reading Oxford Dictionary Recognises Nigerian Slang
jimmy carter
Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, has passed away at the age of 100, surrounded by his family at his home in Plains, Georgia. He died peacefully on December 29, 2024, and is survived by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Carter was a renowned champion of human rights and democracy, and his … Continue reading jimmy carter
airpeace rush
Air Peace airlines has responded to a viral video showing passengers rushing and struggling to board one of its flights at Abuja airport. The airline attributed the delay to poor weather conditions caused by harmattan haze and fog, which reduced visibility and impacted flight operations nationwide. To minimize disruptions, Air Peace deployed three additional aircraft … Continue reading airpeace rush
753 Duplexes
The estate with 753 duplexes in Abuja, recently forfeited to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), is allegedly linked to Godwin Emefiele, the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria. The EFCC's investigation revealed that Emefiele and his associates acquired the property using proceeds from unlawful activities, including kickbacks from foreign exchange allocations … Continue reading 753 Duplexes
Afe Babalola v Dele Farotimi
Dele Farotimi, a human rights lawyer, has been granted bail in the amount of N30 million by a Magistrates court in Ekiti State. This comes after he was arrested and prosecuted for allegedly defaming Afe Babalola, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN). Farotimi's arrest had sparked widespread criticism, with many Nigerians, including former Vice-President Atiku … Continue reading Afe Babalola v Dele Farotimi