By Idowu Bankole In an exclusive sit-down with Vanguard, Francis Mbamara—Nigeria’s leading cybersecurity expert—opened up about the groundbreaking work that has placed Keystone Bank at the top of the digital banking space. Widely recognized for his role in revolutionising mobile banking security, Mbamara has been the quiet power behind the scenes. Today, he is credited […]

By Obadiah Mailafia Old men do not rebel. It is the young who have the energy to revolt. They have nothing to lose. Until recently, I was almost tempted to give up on the Nigerian youths. Have we not dismissed them as “lazy”? But they have surprised us. Only a fool would dismiss what is […]

A Texas woman died from COVID-19 while on a flight from Arizona, officials announced this week. The unidentified Garland woman in her 30s began to have difficulty breathing while on the tarmac awaiting takeoff on July 25, news station WFAA reported. The woman, who had underlying health issues, was administered oxygen but ultimately died on […]

By Adesina Wahab With the goal of providing Nigerians and Africans generally, durable and affordable hair extension and beauty services, Kachi Beauty Brand has continued to empower several distributors and entrepreneurs with many of its empowerment schemes in the content. In a recent media briefing by the Founder, Mrs. Ngozijachi Onyeulo, she said, “we are […]

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on Monday, hosted former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, with an appeal to the EndSARS protesters across the country to retreat. Ooni, while receiving Obasanjo at his Ile Oodua Palace, Ile-Ife, described the #EndSARS protests as a clear message by the Nigerian youth to the government, particularly […]

Distributes over 2,000 health packs to Lagos communities By Gabriel Olawale  Youth Empowerment and Development Initiative, YEDI has decried Nigerians’ non-compliance with the non-pharmaceutical procedure of curbing the COVID-19 spread since after the lifting of lockdown.  To this end, it is distributing over 2,000 free health packs to residents in the Oshodi/ Isolo Local Government […]

Future Female Invest, FFI, has said that it is set to close $42 billion financing gap for African women even as it shops for about 1000 investible businesses for ready women in Nigeria by 2021.

By Magnus onyibe The practice of democracy in Nigeria just received a boost as government now fears the people , as opposed to the people being afraid of government. And the assertion above is underscored and illustrated by the fact that following persistent demonstrations and street protests , the authorities have  eventually accepted the call […]

The federal government has been advised to embark on thorough verification of data of investment of foreign investors in the country to further ascertain the investment status of foreigners for proper planning. This is contained a statement issued on Monday by a Kaduna based Non-Governmental Organization, Arewa Progressive Alliance, (APA), National Coordinator, Tijani Ahmad Girei, […]

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has said that his late mother, Madam Abigail Makinde, will be buried in the first week of December. Makinde made the disclosure on Monday while playing host to the delegation of the Deji of Akure, Oba Aladetoyinbo Aladelusi, who came to commiserate with him on the death of his […]

If you haven’t heard Cliffbado‘s new single “JOJO,” you’re missing out! The independent afrobeat artist from Lagos, Nigeria (based in Houston, Texas) has just shared the new track and it’s available to listen to on all streaming platforms. The upbeat track showcases Cliffbado’s sound and ability as an afrobeat artist. The track can be described […]

By Eric Teniola As expected the tenure of Professor Mahmood Yakubu(58) as chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, ends on Monday November 9. Then came the announcement by Professor Yakubu that the presidential election will hold February 18, 2023, that is 885 days away. It is the first time Nigerians have been given […]

….Seeks collaboration with stakeholders, investors in agric By Olasunkanmi Akoni The Lagos State Government has established a mental health helpline- ‘Lagos Lifeline – 0909000MIND (09090006463)’ to provide citizens with access to mental health information and help including telephone counseling, social support and referral where appropriate. Also, the state government has called on stakeholders and investors […]

…as family concludes her final journey order The quiet agrarian town of Enugwu Nanka in Orumba North local government area of Anambra state will be a beehive of spectators including celebrities from all walks of life as a Nigerian former beauty queen, Chi Chi Adamma Mbagwu buries grandmother in style. The burial order scheduled to […]

The Akwa Ibom State Government has appointment Icon Hotels and Resorts Nigeria, the Nigerian subsidiary of one of Africa’s leading hospitality management companies, Icon Hotel Group Africa, as managers of its Uyo based 5-star Ibom Hotels & Golf Resort.