Oxford Dictionary Recognises Nigerian Slang

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

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