Opeyemi Quadri

Ope is a finance writer and researcher with 10+ years of experience in content creation. His interests cut across decentralized finance, investment, foreign exchange, government policies and politics.

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NIS Contactless Passport Begins November 1, Here Is How To Renew Your Passport From Home

Beginning today, November 1, 2024, Nigerians who reside in Canada will be able to renew their Nigerian passport from the comfort of their homes using the newly launched contactless passport system. According to a release from the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), the contactless passport renewal, which is in three phases, is to eliminate the issue […]

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VIDEO: Security Operatives Injure Bobrisky While Forcefully Removing Him from Plane While En Route to London

Idris Okunleye popularly called Bobrisky has been arrested by security operatives at the Murtala International Airport, Lagos, and was injured in the process The controversial Nigerian crossdresser was forcefully ejected from the plane on the night of October 31, 2024, while en route London while trying to flee the invitation of the National Assembly. Earlier, the Isaac

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South West Zone’s Growing Role in Nigeria’s IGR — A Look at 2007 and 2023

The South West geopolitical zone of Nigeria has long been a major player in the country’s internally generated revenue (IGR), but over the years, the distribution of this economic contribution has shifted significantly among its six states, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics, 2023. By comparing the geopolitical zone’s IGR contributions in 2007

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Kaduna Emerges as Northern Nigeria’s Top Revenue Generator in 2023, Lagos Leads Nationwide

In 2023, a report on Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) in Nigerian states highlighted Kaduna as the only state from the northern region to break into the top 10, bringing in ₦62.49 billion, National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has revealed. While poorest IGR states in 2023 is dominated by Northern states, Kaduna’s feat underscores its rising economic

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A Comparative Analysis of Governor and Deputy Governor’s Office Budget Allocation

In the 2024 budget, governors in Nigeria allocated significantly higher budgets to their offices compared to their Deputies, with some governors dedicating nearly 100 times more funds to their offices than those of their deputies. A comparative data released by StatiSense show that Lagos State leads with the highest allocation to the Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s office at ₦66.84 billion, while ₦2.38

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Insecurity: A Look at Nigeria’s Lowest IGR States in 2023

Nigeria’s economic landscape tells an increasingly troubling story for certain states with extremely low Internally Generated Revenue (IGR). According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), 10 states recorded the lowest IGR figures in 2023, with eight Northern states dominating the list. For context, Ogun State IGR (₦146.88 billion) or Lagos IGR in 2023 is more than the

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Accusers have used anonymity as a weapon against me – RCCG pastor accused of homosexuality speaks

A suspended pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Ayorinde AdeBello, has denied the allegation of homosexuality levelled against him by the church. He took to his Instagram page to react to the RCCG letter which announced his suspension because of alleged discussions he had with teenage boys of the church. Ayorinde, who said

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How Transparency in Product Ingredients Can Boost Your Brand’s Credibility

Consumers are increasingly conscious of what they put into their bodies and how products affect their health and the environment. This awareness has led to a demand for transparency in product ingredients, with consumers seeking clarity and honesty from brands.  PwC highlights that a significant 31% of conscious consumers see inflation as the top risk

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