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WhatsApp Monetisation Features part of plans to attract users By Douglas Maha Meta has announced major changes to WhatsApp’s Updates tab, introducing three new features designed to help creators, businesses, and organizations grow their presence and monetize content. In a statement released Monday, the company revealed that the Updates tab—which includes both Status and Channels—will now support Channel Subscriptions for exclusive content, Promoted Channels for improved discoverability, and Ads in Status to increase business visibility. These updates mark WhatsApp’s most significant push yet into monetization, as the company emphasized that the features were created to support business growth without interfering…

Over 200 lives lost in Benue Killings By Deborah Nnamdi President Bola Tinubu has announced he will visit Benue State on Wednesday, June 19, in response to recent attacks that left several people dead. The attacks were reportedly carried out by suspected Fulani herders. Tinubu made the announcement on Monday while commissioning parts of the Greater Abuja Water Supply Network. He said he had spoken with Benue’s leaders and urged residents to remain calm and united. “I sympathize with the people of Benue. We are one big family, living in different rooms of the same house. We must manage our…

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has issued a summons to the management of Air Peace, Nigeria’s leading flag carrier, following consumer complaints regarding the non-refund of ticket fares. According to a statement from the FCCPC’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, the airline’s actions may violate Sections 130(1)(a) and (b), as well as 130(2)(b) of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (FCCPA) 2018. These provisions ensure consumers are entitled to timely refunds when prepaid bookings, reservations, or orders are not fulfilled due to the service provider’s failure. The statement reads: “FCCPC has summoned the management of…

By Deborah Nnamdi Justice Muhammed Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja has rejected a bid by the Federal Government to arrest Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan over her absence in court regarding defamation charges filed against her. The request was denied after the government’s lawyer, David Kaswe, acknowledged that the defamation charges were only served on the senator’s legal representative on Monday morning—within the courtroom itself. Justice Umar noted that since the Kogi Central senator had not been personally served with either the charges or a hearing notice beforehand, her absence in court was justifiable. As a result, the judge…

President Donald Trump rejected a plan presented by Israel to the U.S. to kill Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, during the ongoing Israel Iran-conflict, according to a U.S. official familiar with the matter. The Israelis informed the Trump administration in recent days that they had developed a credible plan to kill Khamenei. After being briefed on the plan, the White House made clear to Israeli officials that Trump was opposed to the Israelis making the move, according to the official who was not authorized to comment on the sensitive matter and spoke on the condition of anonymity. The Trump…

Alibaba… By Deborah Nnamdi Alibaba, a Veteran Nigerian comedian (born Atunyota Akpobome) has voiced concern over what he describes as a troubling decline in professionalism within the country’s comedy industry. Speaking on a recent episode of the Outside The Box podcast, Alibaba recounted a personal experience involving a fellow comedian he had recommended to host a corporate event. According to him, the comedian made an inappropriate joke about the company chairman’s plus-size wife, sparking embarrassment and raising questions about the comedian’s judgment and decorum. “There are about three Nigerian comedians I simply can’t stand,” Alibaba said. “They have no decorum.…

By Deborah Nnamdi A joyful occasion turned into a heartbreaking tragedy in Toro Local Government Area of Bauchi State, as a groom and two of his friends lost their lives in a car accident just moments before his wedding ceremony. The fatal crash occurred on Saturday morning. The groom, SP Mustapha Garba Gumau, a senior police officer, was traveling from Gumau to Magaman-Gumau for his wedding Fatiha scheduled for 10:00 a.m. when the accident happened around 9:00 a.m. near Bargain Tsamiya village. According to eyewitnesses, the vehicle carrying the groom and his friends veered off the road and crashed, killing…

By Deborah Nnamdi Over 100 cattle, reportedly belonging to suspected armed Fulani herdsmen accused of attacking communities in Benue State, died while attempting to cross the River Benue. The incident happened on Saturday. According to reports, many of the animals died under mysterious circumstances—some were said to have been buried when sand collapsed on them due to erosion, while others reportedly drowned while swimming across the river toward Nasarawa State. A witness, Mr. Olikita Ekani, claimed he saw the incident while returning from his farm on Saturday. “I was coming from my farm on Saturday, June 14, 2025, and I…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Nigeria Police Force has extended the deadline for enforcing the Tinted Glass Permit requirement to August 12, 2025. This extension follows public concerns regarding the reactivation of the digital application process. The announcement was made on Saturday by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi. According to the police, the decision was based on public feedback and is intended to allow for a comprehensive review of the permit system, to make it more accessible and user-friendly. “The extension of enforcement is intended to give room for additional enhancements and refinements to the application process, ensuring…

By Deborah Nnamdi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has come under intense public scrutiny following reports that he was recently spotted wearing a luxury wristwatch reportedly worth over $61,000. The watch, identified as a Patek Philippe timepiece, has ignited widespread debate online, with many Nigerians questioning the optics of such extravagance amidst the country’s ongoing economic struggles. Photos of the president wearing the high-end accessory circulated widely on social media platforms, sparking criticism from citizens who view the display of wealth as tone-deaf. Nigeria is currently grappling with high inflation, rising unemployment, and fuel subsidy reforms that have significantly increased the…