Written by a detailed, up-to-date article on what a U.S. government shutdown is, the pros and cons, and how it can ripple outward — including implications for countries abroad like Nigeria. What Does a U.S. Government Shutdown Mean? A ** U.S. federal government shutdown ** occurs when Congress and the President fail to agree on and pass … Continue reading “Ten pros and ten cons of a US government shutdown: What does it mean for America and the rest of the world, especially Nigeria”
— Says policy contradicts global efforts to combat internet fraud, cybercrime By Johnbosco Agbakwuru Abuja — A Civil Society Organization, under the umbrella of the Civil Society Organisations on Community Advancement and Humanitarian Empowerment Initiative (CSCHEI), has faulted the Federal Government’s new tax policy requiring sex workers and individuals engaged in illicit activities to pay … Continue reading “You can’t impose taxes on sex workers, illicit activities, CSCHEI tells FG”
The US Supreme Court on Wednesday barred Donald Trump from immediately firing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, as the president mounts multiple challenges that have tested the independence of the central bank. In an order, the court said it had deferred the request “pending oral argument in January 2026,” ensuring that the Fed governor … Continue reading “US Supreme Court Bars Trump From Immediately Firing Fed Gov. Cook”
Liverpool suffered their second successive defeat as Galatasaray earned a famous 1-0 Champions League victory, thanks to Osimhen, on a deafening night at RAMS Park in Istanbul. Head coach, Arne Slot opted to leave talisman Mohamed Salah on the bench following their weekend loss at Crystal Palace, but the Premier League champions struggled to find … Continue reading “Osimhen Strikes as Galatasaray Defeats Liverpool; Alisson Injured”
LAGOS—The Federal Government has said income earned by Nigerians, either through remote work, social media influencing or business imports, would be taxable under the new tax reforms which take effect on January 1, 2026. Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, disclosed this at a tax education session hosted … Continue reading “How remote workers, influencers ‘ll pay tax under new law— Oyedele”
José Mourinho “the special one” will the the star and highlight of the day, when the Benfica coach strides onto the pitch at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday night. The UEFA Champions League matchday two encounter between Chelsea and Benfica carries a weight of nostalgia and history for the 62-year-old, who defined a footballing era in … Continue reading “UCL: Mourinho Set for Emotional Stamford Bridge Return with Benfica”
Football’s world Governing body, FIFA has imposed a three-point deduction on South Africa for fielding ineligible player during their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho on March 21, 2025. FIFA confirmed the decision in an official press release, outlining the sanctions: “The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has sanctioned the South African Football Association (SAFA) for … Continue reading “South Africa Penalized with Points Deduction for Fielding Ineligible Player, Leaving Group C Open”
Flouncy skirts, sculptural ruffles and exaggerated Peter Pan collars flowed along the catwalk at Louis Vuitton’s Spring/Summer 2026 show during Paris Fashion Week on Tuesday. With stylistic influences from the 1960s, models strutted down a catwalk set up in the former apartments of Queen Anne of Austria in the Louvre, serenaded by an airy … Continue reading “Louis Vuitton Unveils Ethereal Collection At Paris Fashion Week”
Fuji maestro Alhaji Taye Akande Adebisi, popularly known as Taye Currency, took centre stage at the coronation of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, to entertain the new king’s distinguished guests drawn from all walks of life. His voice, however, echoed far beyond the historic Mapo Hall in Ibadan, … Continue reading “Taye Currency’s Were la fin wo werey: A Profound Metaphor From the Struggle of the Olubadan to the Victory of Osun’s People -By. Pelumi Olajengbesi Esq.”
A blockbuster show by Saint Laurent dedicated to clothing “as a form of discourse” kicked off a hotly anticipated Paris Fashion Week on Monday, which is set to underline the big changes underway at the top of luxury labels. The Spring-Summer 2026 womenswear week began with France’s Victor Weinsanto, who sent out drag queen … Continue reading “New-look Paris Fashion Week Kicks Off With Saint Laurent”