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Apapa Terminal export surges by 30% record APM Terminals Apapa Apapa Terminal export surges by 30% record. APM Terminals Apapa said it handled 8,687 twenty-foot equivalent units of export cargoes in April, an increase of over 30 per cent compared with the 6,606 TEUs recorded at the same time in 2024. The terminal, in a statement on Sunday, stated that the figure is the highest volume of exports it has recorded in one month since its inception in 2006. “The terminal had in April 2025 handled 8,687 TEUs of export cargo, an over 30 per cent rise as against 6,606…

Oil marketers ready for 283,577 metric tonnes of imported petrol at jetties Oil marketers ready for 283,577 metric tonnes of imported petrol at jetties • Bashir Ojulari and Dangote to partner on mutually benefits. Oil marketers have flooded the domestic market with 283, 577 metric tonnes of imported Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, also known as petrol and other petroleum products. This was even as the 650,000 Dangote Petroleum Refinery exported 44,000 metric tonnes of diesel to the global market while making preparations to receive 136,124 metric tonnes of imported crude oil for refining, weekend. However, the imported petrol and other…

Temu owner, Colin Huang’s brief journey to success Colin Huang Temu owner, Colin Huang’s brief journey to success. Colin Huang, the reclusive Chinese tech billionaire behind e-commerce giants Pinduoduo and its international spinoff Temu, has seen his wealth swell by $4.37 billion so far in 2025, bringing his estimated net worth to $38.6 billion. Raised in Hangzhou, Huang showed academic promise early on, attending the elite Hangzhou Foreign Language School at 12. He later earned a degree from Zhejiang University and pursued a master’s in computer science at the University of Wisconsin. Huang began his professional journey at Google’s US…

Enugu prepares to unveil airline, CNG buses before anniversary Enugu governor Peter Mba Enugu prepares to unveil airline, CNG buses before anniversary The Enugu State Government has said the it will launch the Enugu Air, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses, and the ultramodern transport terminals for operation before the administration’s second anniversary on May 29. The state Commissioner for Transport, Dr Obi Ozor, disclosed this during the State Executive Council meeting held at the Government House, Enugu, on Sunday. He said: “We are starting off with the initial three aircraft and two of the aircraft are already on ground. The…

Emmanuella hits 100K YouTube subscribers Emmanuella Emmanuella hits 100K YouTube subscribers. … says best is yet to be revealed. Nigerian teenage comedy sensation and influencer, Emmanuella Samuel, has reached a major career milestone having her personal YouTube channel officially crossing 100,000 subscribers. Emmanuella The young star, who rose to fame through the Mark Angel Comedy series, took to social media to thank her fans for their continued support and belief in her journey. In a short video posted to her channel, Emmanuella expressed heartfelt appreciation: “Thank you so much for 100,000 subscribers! I’m really happy and grateful. This means a…

Some Bank customers opts for email to avoid SMS charges SMS Some Bank customers opts for email to avoid SMS charges * Finding convenience in email to SMS. Some bank users in Abuja have declared they will opt for electronic mail alerts from their banks to cut costs and reduce charges on their accounts. Some of them who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday said they would deactivate the Short Message Services transaction alert linked to their accounts. Mrs Dorathy Azinge, a customer of GTCO, described the increase in SMS charges as exploitative. Azinge said that…

Akure-Ikere road to be ready by December Akure-Ikere road Akure-Ikere road to be ready by December. * Phase one will cover 15-km from Akure to Ekiti State. The Federal Ministry of Works has assured Nigerians that the Akure-Ikere road dualisation project will be ready for inauguration by President Bola Tinubu in December. The Federal Controller of Works in Ondo State, Engr Olajide Hussein, gave the assurance in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Sunday in Akure. Hussein explained that the 15-km Phase 1 of the Akure-Ita Ogbolu-Iju-Ikere road dualisation will be completed and inaugurated in December by…

Human rights lawyer Femi Falana, SAN, has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to investigate the alleged criminal diversion of the $3.4 billion loan Nigeria received from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. In a statement released on behalf of the Alliance on Surviving COVID-19 and Beyond (ASCAB) on Sunday, Falana also called on the IMF board to investigate the “alleged deliberate refusal of its management to ensure that the emergency funds were ‘used for their intended purposes‘.” He further requested that the…

In his second public appearance since becoming Pope, Leo XIV addressed crowds at St. Peter’s Basilica, urging an end to global conflict. Following in the footsteps of his predecessor, Pope Francis, he specifically called for “a genuine, just and lasting peace” in Ukraine and expressed deep sorrow over the situation in Gaza, demanding a ceasefire. “Dear brothers and sisters, happy Sunday!” he proclaimed to the tens of thousands gathered in St. Peter’s Square, who responded with cheers and applause. Reflecting on the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, he addressed world leaders, stating, “In today’s dramatic scenario…

Chioma Chukwuka wins AMVCA Best Actress crown Chioma Chukwuka Chioma Chukwuka wins AMVCA Best Actress crown Nollywood’s beloved screen goddess, Chioma Chukwuka, stole the spotlight at the 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, clinching the coveted Best Lead Actress trophy for her unforgettable performance in ‘Seven Doors.’ With raw emotion, magnetic presence, and unmatched authenticity, Chukwuka delivered a masterclass in acting that left audiences and critics alike spellbound—firmly cementing her place among the pantheon of Nollywood greats. In a tightly contested category bursting with talent, she triumphed over a powerhouse lineup that included Gbubemi Ejeye (Farmer’s Bride), Uzoamaka Onuoha (Agemo),…