Oil Prices jump after Trump provides updates on trade-war
Oil prices spiked on Tuesday, erasing earlier losses after the U.S President Donald Trump disclosed that he would meet with the Chinese President Xi Jinping at the G20 summit later this month.
Airbus unveils world’s longest single-aisle airliner; the Airbus321XLR
Aircraft manufacturer, Airbus, has unveiled the design for the Airbus321XLR, the world’s longest-range single-aisle airliner.
Facebook unveils Libra, a new global digital currency
The world's most dominant social networking company, Facebook, has announced that come 2020, it will be unveiling its own cryptocurrency known as Libra.
Messi emerges highest paid Sportsman on earth; here is how
The latest report released by Forbes shows that Lionel Messi of Barcelona claims the top spot with a significant yearly pay of $127 million which covers $92 million salaries and $35 million endorsements.
Google made a whooping $4.7 billion from news content in 2018
Google reportedly earned as much as $4.7 billion in 2018 from news contents comprising of the works of news publishers accessed by readers via search and Google News.
Real Madrid set to make a fortune from Harzard’s signing
Eden Hazard finally signed with Real Madrid after spending close to 7 years at Chelsea where he won two Premiership titles, two Europa cups, one FA Cup title and a host of awards
Here’re the top ten football signings so far, across Europe
The Summer transfer window has barely been opened and huge signings have already been made across the European continent. Real Madrid and Barcelona have so far been dominant in this regard.
Nigerian basketball executive Masai Ujiri brings victory to Toronto Raptors
From being an unpaid NBA scout to leading the Toronto Raptors to their historic NBA championship win in 17 years, Masai Ujiri (who is of Nigerian descent), has helped make history in far away North America.
Canada resumes bi-weekly draws, invites 6,700 PR candidates in one month
The Canada government has resumed the bi-weekly Canadian Permanent Residency draws, as it invited 6,700 candidates to apply for Canadian permanent residence in just one month.
The global beauty industry is making billionaires out of female entrepreneurs
Makeup and skincare products continue to rank among the most contemporary essentials used by women all over the world, as they continue to explore options that would help to enhance their skins and images.
Nigeria is now the piracy capital of the world
Nigeria's fragile reputation in the comity of nations has suffered a major setback as it has outstripped Indonesia to become the worst country in the world for piracy.
Econet wants to bring hybrid power solution to Nigeria
The quest to solve Nigeria's perennial power problem has gotten a boost as two energy companies have entered into an agreement to bring a hybrid power solution to Nigeria and other African countries.
It would cost you N1.2 billion to have lunch with Warren Buffett
Ever wondered what it would be like to have lunch with Warren Buffett, the fourth-richest person in the world? That would make for a very exciting adventure, not to talk of the many business lessons you would surely learn while at it.
Real Madrid leapfrogs others to emerge the world’s most valuable football club
Despite the fact that both clubs displayed lackluster performances during the 2018/19 Champions League football competition, Real Madrid and Manchester United are still the two most valuable football clubs in the world.
The implications of India’s recent ban of its seafarers off Nigeria’s waters
India’s Director-General of Shipping, Capt Anish Joseph, has banned seafarers of Indian origin from working in various coastal states jurisdiction in the Gulf of Guinea.
Ecobank celebrates successful issuance of $500 million Eurobond on the LSE
The London Stock Exchange (@LSEGplc) played host to @GroupEcobank today, June 7, 2019, after a successful listing of the Eurobond on the LSE's main market.
America’s grounded Boeing 737 Max may return to the sky by December
Boeing Co, the American manufacturer of the ill-fated Boeing 737 Max plane that recently killed 149 passengers and 8 crew members in Ethiopia, has announced that its controversial plane model may resume flights before the end of 2019.
A Look back at Jay Z’s Road to Billionaire Status
Rappers have always been "singers" of truth. Little wonder when Jay-Z rapped in one of his songs that "I'm not a businessman, I'm a business, man", one could not but believe it.
Oil Prices tumble to a 4 month low as U.S-China trade tension heightens
Several oil-rich nations (Nigeria inclusive) may face looming financial crises as Oil price declined to a 4-month low of $61.99 p/b on Friday, May 31, 2019. This low price was last recorded in February this year.
As Uber plans to ban low-rated passengers, here’s how to avoid that
@Uber now believes that the customers are not always right. In line with this, the car hailing company plans to ban disrespectful riders. Click link for details...
Canada invites 3,350 Express Entry Candidates to apply for PR in May draw
The Canada Government has once again invited 3,350 Express Entry candidates to apply for Canadian Permanent Residency (PR) in the latest draw held on Wednesday, May 29. This is contained in Canada's Immigration Newsletter recently released for May 2019.
Applications for Canadian Permanent Residency hit 35,100 in 5-months
The total number of Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued so far to Express Entry Candidates who applied for the Canadian Permanent Residency in 2019 has hit 35,100.
Boeing CEO admits error in 737-Max 8 software as regulators approve return date
@BoeingCEO Dennis Muilenburg has admitted there was vital information that wasn’t communicated to all @Boeing clients, pilots and regulators. This could have prevented two of the most disastrous air mishaps the world has witnessed.
Over €250 million up for grabs as English teams battle for Europe Silverware
According to the estimated figures earlier released by UEFA, the finalist in both UEFA Champions League and Europa League Cups will scoop over €250 million Prize. #UELfinal
Old Mutual suspends CEO with immediate effect, as CEO reacts
@OldMutualLtd, the parent company of @OldMutual_NG, has suspended its Chief Executive Officer, Peter Moyo (@Mtheera) with immediate effect.
Canada invited 3,357 Express Entry Candidates with scores as low as 300
Canadian province, Alberta, has issued a total of 3,357 invitations to apply for a provincial nomination for Canadian Permanent Residency (PR) to Express Entry candidates with Comprehensive Ranking System scores as low as 300.
Why the London Stock Exchange is scouting for potential African listings
The London Stock Exchange (LSE) is on the road, scouting for potential new listings from African countries, including Nigeria.
Coca-Cola to boost earnings in its African bottling unit, halts refranchise
@CocaColaCo has dropped its plan to re-franchise the Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA), saying it will like to retain a majority stake in its African bottling business
Oil prices spike after Saudi Aramco facilities suffer drone attack
The facilities of Saudi Aramco suffered setback early Tuesday morning after explosive-laden drones attacked two pumping stations belonging to the state-owned oil company.
Rough road ahead as Uber’s disappointing IPO drags Lyft’s shares down
The @Uber initial public offering debuted below expectation after shares opened for trading at $42 apiece at @NYSE, down from $45 per share on listing day.
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Meet Julian Osula, the billionaire who disrupted traffic with a helicopter
Finally, the identity of the billionaire that disrupted traffic along Lagos-Benin Expressway has been revealed.
Sanusi declares Nigeria under Buhari a Bankrupt Nation
Former @centbank Governor, Emir Sanusi says Nigeria is bankrupt under President Buhari and this is why.
NPF Microfinance Bank loses N230 million to rogue staff
NPF Microfinance Bank in its 2018 financial statements disclosed a staff defrauded the bank of N230 million.