Grammy-nominated Nigerian singer Davido has appointed celebrated producer and songwriter Cobhams Asuquo as the musical director for his upcoming “5ive Alive” world tour. In a video shared via Instagram, Davido expressed excitement about the collaboration, praising Cobhams for his musical brilliance and creativity. NAIJABLOGDAILY.COM “He is the ‘5ive Alive’ musical director of the world tour….
Pastor Tunde Bakare, the serving overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church, has expressed his strong desire for a united and prosperous Nigeria through deeper collaboration between the North and South. Speaking to journalists after a closed-door meeting with President Bola Tinubu at his Lagos residence on Wednesday, Bakare emphasized that their discussion centered on…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has issued a new directive mandating all Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) to charge customers for USSD transactions directly from their mobile airtime, instead of their bank accounts. In an official communication sent to customers on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, United Bank for Africa (UBA) announced the immediate implementation of this…
In a significant move to stabilize Nigeria’s struggling power sector, the Presidency has begun internal approval processes aimed at clearing the ₦2 trillion legacy debt owed to electricity generation companies (GenCos). The debt resolution is expected before the end of the current quarter, according to a senior energy official. This announcement was made during the…
A total of 62 international airlines operated 3,314 Hajj flights this year, transporting Muslim pilgrims from 238 destinations across 71 countries to Saudi Arabia, according to officials of the Hajj Transport and Logistics Committee. The update was given by Saleh Al-Zuwaid, the official spokesperson for the Hajj Transport and Logistics team, during a press briefing…
Tony Elumelu, Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA), has significantly increased his stake in the bank with a fresh acquisition of ₦43.91 billion worth of shares over two days. According to a regulatory disclosure filed with the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) by Bili Odum, UBA’s Group Company Secretary, the share purchases took place between…
Popular Nollywood actress, Biola Bayo, has officially confirmed her separation from her husband, Oluseyi, revealing that they have been apart since April 2024. The emotional announcement came via a heartfelt birthday tribute she posted on social media, where she referred to him as her “ex-husband and baby daddy.” In the deeply personal message, Biola Bayo…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has recorded a sweeping legal victory in Benue State, as the Appeal Panel on Local Government Election Petitions upheld the party’s wins in all 23 local government areas. The verdict, delivered on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, by the appellate tribunal sitting at the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) House in Abuja,…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu hosted a high-profile private meeting with Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, billionaire businessman Dr. Adedeji Adeleke, and Nigerian music superstar Davido at his private residence in Ikoyi, Lagos. The visit, which took place on Monday night, was revealed by the Presidential Social Media Aide, Dada Olusegun, through his verified X (formerly…
Nigerians are truly global citizens — from Toronto to Tokyo, the Nigerian spirit of resilience, ambition, and excellence shines everywhere. Whether for education, work, or simply chasing a better life, Nigerians continue to spread across the globe, making remarkable contributions to the places they now call home. Here are 10 countries with the highest Nigerian…
