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Peter Obi, INEC, Spyro, Others Emerge Top Searches in Nigeria in Q1 2023

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By Aduragbemi Omiyale

In the first quarter of 2023, the candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the February 25 presidential election, Mr Peter Obi, topped the searches in Nigeria, according to data collated by Google, the search engine platform used for the enquiries.

Mr Obi is in the court to challenge the announcement of the candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr Bola Tinubu, as the winner of the exercise.

In a report made available to Business Post, it was disclosed that the electoral umpire for the presidential poll, INEC, was also among the top searches in the period under review.

In the Google Trends, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mr Atiku Abubakar, was fifth on the log, while the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) made it into the list because of its Naira redesign policy, which almost brought down the nation’s economy and subjected many Nigerians into untold hardship, sparking protests in some cities, with some banks and their facilities destroyed by angry demonstrators.

In the realm of music, homegrown talent took centre stage as Nigerians avidly sought out the latest tunes. Spyro’s infectious hit, Who is your guy? claimed the top spot, with Ruger’s Asiwaju and Carry me go by Boy Spyce and Khaid securing second and third places, respectively.

The nation’s collective curiosity was also evident in the top trending questions, which ranged from When is Easter 2023? and When is WAEC 2023 starting? to How to check my polling unit? and Who is the President of Nigeria?. Unsurprisingly, the popularity of Spyro’s song sparked the question, Who is your guy?, further showcasing Nigeria’s deep-rooted love for the tune.

Here are the complete lists of top trending searches reflecting the diverse interests of Nigerians during the first quarter of the year:

Top trending people searches from January to June 2022

Top Trending searches from January to March 2023

  1. Peter Obi

  2. Tinubu

  3. Mudryk

  4. Christian Atsu

  5. Atiku

  6. Aka

  7. Enzo Fernandez

  8. Simon Ekpa

  9. Victor Osimhen

  10. Seyi Vibez

  1. INEC

  2. Peter Obi

  3. CBN

  4. Tinubu

  5. Al nassr

  6. Mudryk

  7. IREV portal

  8. Christian Atsu

  9. Atiku

  10. Aka

Top trending song searches from January to March  2023

Top Trending ‘Who is’ questions from January to March 2023

  1. Who is your guy? – Spyro

  2. Ruger – Asiwaju

  3. Carry me go – Boy Spyce and Khaid

  4. Soso – Omah Lay

  5. Stability – Ayra Starr

  6. Rich till i die – Kizz Daniel

  7. Party no dey stop – Adekunle Gold and Zinoleesky

  8. Tobechukwu – Nathaniel Bassey and Mercy Chinwo

  9. Gwagwalada – BNXN, Kizz Daniel, Seyi Vibez

  10. Won da mo – Mavins, Rema and Boy Spyce

  1. Who is your guy?

  2. Who is the President of nigeria?

  3. Who is the winner of the 2023 Presidential election?

  4. Who is the Governor of Osun State?

  5. Who is Tony Elumelu?

Top Trending ‘When is’ questions  from January to March 2023

Top Trending ‘How to’ questions from January to March 2023

  1. When is Easter 2023?

  2. When is WAEC 2023 starting?

  3. When is Ramadan 2023?

  4. When is the deadline for old naira notes?

  5. When is the governorship election in nigeria?

  1. How to check my polling unit?

  2. How to drink pornstar martini ?

  3. How to become a heavy equipment operator?

  4. How to reverse a transaction?

  5. How to calculate a safe period to avoid pregnancy?

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National Grid, Mr Ibu Among Top Trending Searches by Nigerians in 2024

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By Dipo Olowookere

Many events happened in 2024 in Nigeria but a few shook the nation because of their impact on residents of the country.

According to a report released by Google, the incessant collapse of the national grip, which plunged the nation into darkness, was among trending searches on its platform.

In the report made available to Business Post on Tuesday, the tech giant said this year’s results show a continued interest in the political and economic landscape, with searches related to the US elections, the new national anthem.

“The 2024 Year in Search offers a unique lens into the questions, interests, and conversations that shaped the lives of Nigerians this year.

“From cultural milestones to pressing concerns, these insights reflect how Search continues to be a valuable tool for users to navigate and better understand their world,” the Communications and Public Affairs Manager for Google West Africa, Taiwo Kola-Ogunlade, stated.

Google’s 2024 Year in Search for Nigeria showcased the most popular searches, notable individuals, actors, musicians, topics, questions, and other subjects that captured Nigerians’ attention in the year.

Google’s Year in Search is an annual analysis that reveals the top trending lists and also spotlights what the world searches to see, learn, and do.

The music scene in 2024 was marked by a surge in popularity for artists like Shallipopi and Khaid, who also featured prominently in the overall personalities list. The top trending song was “”I Don’t Care” by Boy Spyce”, followed closely by “Ozeba” and “Commas” by Ayra”. Nigerians also showed a keen interest in understanding the lyrics of various songs, with “Ogechi lyrics”, “Ozeba lyrics”, and “Omemma by Chandler Moore lyrics” leading the searches in the lyrics category.

This year, Nigerians continued to demonstrate a strong interest in entertainment with movies like “A Tribe Called Judah”, “Treasure In The Sky”, and “Damsel” topping the movie charts. The top TV series that captured the interest of Nigerian netizens included “Supacell”, “My Demon”, and “Queen of Tears”. In the culinary world, Nigerians explored diverse recipes with “Pornstar Martini recipe” leading the searches.

Concerns about personal well-being and global events were also reflected in search trends. Questions like “How much is dollar to naira today?”, “How to get perfectly defined curls for African hair?”, and “Who won the US presidential election?” topped the list of queries. Nigerians were curious about the meaning of words like “demure,” “steeze,” and “pet peeves,” turning to Search for answers.

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Fiscal Responsibility Commission Backs Controversial Tax Reform Bills

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By Adedapo Adesanya

The Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC) has expressed strong support for the controversial Tax Reform Bills currently before the National Assembly.

The bills, developed by the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee on instruction by President Bola Tinubu, aim to improve fiscal governance, transform public revenue architecture boost economic growth.

The Chairman of the commission, Mr Victor Muruako, expressed the support of the organisation at an interaction with academics and journalists on the sidelines of the Fellowship Lecture and Investiture Ceremony of the Capital Market Academics of Nigeria (CMAN) on Monday in Abuja.

According to a statement by FRC’s Head of Strategic Communications Officer, Mr Bede Anyanwu on Tuesday, the agency revealed that a critical analysis of the bills showed that it does not contain any issue or item that could be said to be skewed to favour any region or section of the country.

“The bills rather create a more equitable distribution of resources amongst Nigeria’s federating states,” Mr Muruako added, noting that the analysis also confirmed that the proposed reforms are designed to benefit all Nigerians, particularly low-income earners and Micro Small and Medium Businesses (MSMBs).

Mr Muruako outlined some of the key benefits of the reforms, including tax relief for low-income earners: individuals earning less than N1.7 million annually will pay less income tax, exemption of tax on small businesses with turnovers below N50 million, and exemption of over 90 per cent of small businesses from profit tax payment.

It was stated that the new bills intend to simplify tax administration in the country and make it more transparent.

Increasing revenue for subnational governments as states and local governments will receive a larger share of VAT revenue, empowering them to provide better public services, and improving ease of doing business, noting that reforms will reduce the administrative burden on businesses and make it easier to comply with tax regulations.

The FRC explained that it is upbeat that the tax relief for low-income earners will enhance savings and capital formation at household levels.

The commission also expressed confidence that given the positive correlation between savings and investment, explaining that the increase in small household investments across the board would lead to improvements in the sustainable growth of the nation’s economy.

He also opined that the reduced tax burden on small businesses would give Micro-Small Medium Enterprises breathing space, and enable them to grow organically, hence contributing to a sustained increase in the nation’s GDP in the near future.

On the recent controversies over the bills, Mr Muruako praised President Tinubu for allowing room for further dialogue, appealing to all stakeholders across geopolitical zones to support the bills because their transformative potentials stand to benefit every Nigerian.

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CSCS Gets Dual Management System Certifications

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By Adedapo Adesanya

Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) Plc has been awarded the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and ISO 22301:2019 certifications by the globally renowned Management System Certification Body (MSECB).

According to a statement from the firm, the Managing Director of CSCS, Mr Haruna Jalo-Waziri, said the ISO 27001 is an internationally recognised benchmark for managing information security, ensuring robust protection against data breaches and IT disruptions.

The ISO 22301 standard is an international standard that establishes the requirements for business continuity management systems.

Mr Jalo-Waziri said this recognition underscores CSCS’s steadfast commitment to international best practices in information security management and business continuity.

He noted that the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification highlights CSCS’s adherence to stringent information security measures, ensuring robust protection against data breaches and IT disruptions.

Mr Jalo-Waziri said that the ISO 22301:2019 certification also confirms CSCS’s business continuity and readiness to respond to unexpected incidents, minimising disruptions and safeguarding stakeholders’ interests.

“Achieving these certifications is a testament to our deliberate and strategic focus on embedding a culture of excellence, resilience, and trustworthiness in our operations.

“It underscores our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of information security and business continuity in delivering value to our stakeholders.

“These certifications position CSCS alongside leading global organisations that prioritise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems.

“They further validate the organisation’s dedication to securing its clients’ trust and ensuring operational resilience,” he said.

The CSCS MD added these certifications not only reinforce the trust of its clients, stakeholders, and regulators but also to validate the hard work and dedication of its team.

He said, that as Nigeria’s premier financial market infrastructure, the firm remains resolute in its mission to enable market confidence through best-in-class services and practices.

According to him, receiving these certifications from MSECB strengthens CSCS’s reputation as a reliable partner and a leader in the financial market ecosystem.

He said that the certifications assure stakeholders that CSCS’s processes are periodically monitored to meet and exceed compliance requirements.

This achievement, Mr Jalo-Waziri said, was a significant milestone in CSCS’s journey to consistently deliver secure, resilient, and innovative solutions to the Nigerian capital market and beyond.

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