The US government expressed concern that Nigeria’s new N70,000 minimum wage was insufficient to lift citizens from poverty amid worsening economic conditions The report highlighted that weak enforcement, limited coverage, and a depreciating naira undermined the effectiveness of the 2024 minimum wage law It noted that millions of informal sector …

PLANNING an autumnal staycation and need some inspiration? Then look no further than the Cotswolds and Edinburgh. While both destinations are loved year-round, as the seasons change from summer to autumn, they truly come alive. 7 The Cotswolds (pictured) was named in Pinterest’s autumn trends report as one of the …

Vic Matt, the manager of BBNaija star Bright, has been confirmed dead days after being kidnapped in Enugu. The filmmaker, who was described as a man of integrity in an industry of snakes and scorpions, left friends and colleagues shattered Tributes continue to pour in from Nollywood stars and fans, …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! California has always touted itself as a beacon of democracy. In 2008 and 2010, voters enacted constitutional amendments establishing an independent Citizens Redistricting Commission, which is the gold standard for redistricting and should serve as the national model. Here in California, unlike …

When Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell takes the stage Friday at the annual Jackson Hole, Wyoming, economic forum, he will face pressures ranging from President Trump’s repeated calls for his resignation to a recent mix of worrying economic data.  Powell, whose term as Fed chair ends in May of 2026, …

The NNPC has expressed optimism that the Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna refineries will be revived The optimism is a direct counter to the recent statement from Aliko Dangote that he doesn’t think the refineries can work again Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, petroleum marketers, and other stakeholders have urged the …

An interior expert has shared the five ugliest design mistakes Brits are making in their homes. Nicolas Fairford, who is from the Midlands but is now living in Scotland, didn’t hold back when it came to naming and shaming the “vibe-killers” that many of us are guilty of having in …

Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over 9 years of experience covering public affairs. Ibadan, Oyo state – Following the expiration of an ultimatum issued by the Alaafin of Oyo to his counterpart in Ile-Ife, indications emerged that Abimbola Owoade could be preparing to publish a Supreme Court ruling. Per …

Pillsbury: This is an invitation to strike Iran again Fox News contributor Michael Pillsbury joins ‘America’s Newsroom’ to discuss President Trump’s meeting with Philippine President Marcos Jr. amid rising China tensions and Iran opening up indirect talks with the U.S.  NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Some books …

A prominent Kano cleric has demanded President Tinubu to provide a 50 percent Hajj subsidy for 2026, arguing the rising cost prevents average Nigerians from performing the pilgrimage He justifies the demand by citing social media reports of a similar government subsidy for Christian pilgrims to Israel Christian reverend sister, …

A Chicago-area couple claims they were wrongfully detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement after a wrong turn at the U.S. border with Canada. Sergio Ramirez has been in ICE custody at the Monroe County, Michigan Jail since late May. He is originally from Mexico, but has lived in the …

An old voice note between Naira Marley’s manager, Gabby, and Mohbad has surfaced amid Marley’s video about the entire saga In the recording, Mohbad explained how Naira Marley didn’t pay him for most of his shows and how he saved money with him Mohbad also clarified the amounts Naira Marley …

LOVE Island Australia star Cartier Surjan has given birth to her first baby with her sports star boyfriend Jake Simkin. However, after the happy couple revealed their amazing news, a friend of their’s accidently gave away their tot’s unique name – after they had kept it a secret. 5 Love …

The wife of late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, Wunmi, has been spotted enjoying herself online as a new video emerged Wunmi has been quiet all this while, even after VDM openly exposed a recording of a fight between her and her husband In the new video, Wunmi was seen dancing to …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Vice President JD Vance cautioned Elon Musk against forming a third political party in an exclusive interview on “The Ingraham Angle,” saying the billionaire could wield more influence by staying “loyal” to the Republican Party and President Donald Trump’s MAGA movement. “My advice …