Author: Samuel Akpenpuun

Apple Inc. is losing more than $1 billion per year on its streaming service, Apple TV+, according to a report by The Information on Thursday. The report revealed that the tech giant has been spending over $5 billion annually on content since launching Apple TV+ in 2019, though it trimmed this expenditure by approximately $500 million last year. Despite its critically acclaimed original programming—including Ted Lasso, The Morning Show, Shrinking, and Severance—Apple TV+ has struggled to compete with industry giants like Netflix, Disney+, and Amazon Prime Video in terms of subscriber numbers.

The leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, is back at the Federal High Court Abuja, for a hearing of his case on alleged treason. This time, it is before a new judge, Justice James Omotosho. There is also a change of defence counsel, Kanu Agabi (SAN), now heads the defence team for Kanu, while the prosecution retained Adegboyega Awomolo (SAN). Shortly after appearances, counsel to Kanu, Chief Agabi, pleaded to address the court. He started by apologising on behalf of his client, stating that they are now at a place where they must apologise to…

The United Kingdom’s Heathrow airport has closed until midnight on Friday due to a power outage, throwing the plans of tens of thousands of travellers into chaos. London’s main airport, which is Europe’s busiest gateway, said on Friday that it had suffered a “significant” power failure due to a fire at an electrical substation supplying the facility. end of list “To maintain the safety of our passengers and colleagues, Heathrow will be closed until 23h59 on 21 March,” Heathrow airport said in a post on X. “Passengers are advised not to travel to the airport and should contact their airline…

The National Judicial Council (NJC) has faulted media reports claiming that the detained self acclaimed leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has been ordered released and returned to Kenya by the Chief Justice of Nigeria and Chairman of the NJC, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun. In a statement on Thursday, NJC’s Deputy Director (Information), Mrs. Kemi Ogedengbe said there was no basis for such development because the CJN is not involved in Kanu’s trial before a Federal High Court in Abuja. The statement reads: “The attention of the National Judicial Council (NJC) has been drawn to media reports that the Hon.…

The Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum (SMBLF) has strongly condemned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, calling it an unconstitutional takeover of a democratically elected government. The controversial decision, which led to the removal of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the dissolution of the Rivers State House of Assembly, has sparked intense debate over federal overreach and the rule of law in Nigeria. In a statement released in Abuja, key leaders of the SMBLF—including Oba Oladipo Olaitan of Afenifere, Dr. Bitrus Pogu of the Middle Belt Forum, Senator John Azuta Mbata of Ohanaeze…

A petrol-laden tanker exploded on Karu Bridge along the Abuja-Nyanya-Keffi Road on Wednesday, sparking a massive fire that destroyed at least 30 vehicles. The explosion reportedly occurred when the tanker, carrying Premium Motor Spirit, lost control and crashed on the bridge, igniting a blaze that spread rapidly. Eyewitnesses reported hearing multiple blasts, with thick smoke rising into the sky as people fled the scene. Emergency responders and security personnel quickly arrived, cordoning off the area and directing traffic away to aid firefighting efforts. Rescue operations are ongoing, but the exact number of casualties remains unconfirmed at press time.

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested Sirajo Jaja, the Accountant General of Bauchi State for alleged N70 billion fraud. He was arrested in Abuja on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 alongside Aliyu Abubakar of Jasfad Resources Enterprise, an unlicensed bureau de change (BDC) operator and Sunusi Ibrahim Sambo, a Point of Sale (PoS) operator. They were arrested in connection with investigations of money laundering, diversion of public funds and missapropriation to the tune of N70 billion. The Commission is investigating the Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, regarding the matter. The EFCC said investigations showed that…

The federal government has commissioned Nigeria’s first modular Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) extraction plant and a 20-megawatt gas-to-power project. The projects were commissioned by the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Rt. Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo at the Otakikpo field in Rivers State. In a post on his official X account, the minister said the projects were developed by Green Energy and Lekoil Joint Venture (JV), marking a significant milestone in the country’s gas sector. The newly inaugurated projects are expected to boost Nigeria’s domestic gas utilisation, enhance energy access, and contribute to economic growth in the region. READ ALSO:…

The Delta State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has summoned an emergency meeting with political aides to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori following a wave of defections to the All Progressives Congress. Over 5,000 PDP members, including Senator Ned Nwoko, Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu, former House of Representatives member Nicholas Ossai, Chief Great Ovedje Ogboru, former Commissioner Chika Ossai, and Dr Chris Okobah, recently dumped the party for the APC, citing internal crises and accusing the governor of high-handedness. Sources said some of the governor’s key allies, particularly those instrumental to his 2023 election victory, are also considering leaving the party, prompting the…

Air Peace has said travellers will enjoy up to ₦600,000 reduction in airfares when they connect from cities across Nigeria to London with one additional luggage. The airline said this in a statement by its Head of Corporate Communications, Dr Ejike Ndiulo, on Wednesday. Ndiulo added that the promo runs until March 31, 2025, with an extended travel period until April 15, 2025. Air Peace said the airline continues to redefine international travel with its London route, offering seamless connectivity from major domestic destinations. The statement reads partly, “As the largest airline in West and Central Africa, Air Peace remains…