By Adnan Mukhtar Nigeria’s Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, seemed well-positioned to shape discussions on Nigerian political strategy, but his recent ill-advised moves and ineffective decisions may have far-reaching consequences, potentially undermining the influence he should wield as the country’s third-highest-ranking official. Barau Jibrin, fondly known as Maliya, is a household name in Kano politics. […]

By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin An Ilorin-based popular Islamic cleric in Kwara State, Nigeria, Dr. Abdulkadir Salman Solagberu has been appointed as a member of the International Islamic body, the International Union of Muslim Scholars (IUMS). The Scholar was appointed to the Islamic Jurisprudence Researchers Division of the influential body of respected global Muslim scholars. His […]

With the booming growth in Nigeria’s architectural, engineering, and construction industries, the demand for skilled labor in practical fields such as furniture manufacturing, interior design, and technical trades has become increasingly apparent. Handistery, an innovative vocational academy, is addressing this pressing need through industry-specific, hybrid training programs designed to equip aspiring artisans, technicians, and trade […]

The Chief Executive Officer, Monieswitch, Femi Alabi, has said there is still need for more innovations in the payment platform in Africa and that his company has come to fill existing gap by bringing advanced payment solutions to power African business growth.

By Dr Dominic Joshua Orji Uzor Kalu, a prominent Nigerian senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, has been a significant figure in Nigeria’s legislative landscape. Known for his leadership in championing key reforms, Kalu’s legislative work has focused on improving governance, driving economic growth, and promoting social justice. His efforts as a senator underscore his […]

By Della Adegbenro Nigeria as a country is a place with a diverse workforce and where human resources play a crucial role in managing people, fostering inclusion and promoting a better and positive workplace culture. It’s a country where jobs are limited and not in excess compared to the western world. And for aspiring HR […]

By Providence Ayanfeoluwa & Grace Okpaneka To boost country’s trade and investment landscape, the Nigeria Customs Service , NCS in collaboration with the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs, NIIA, launched the Bashir Adeniyi Centre for International Trade and Investment. In a statement, signed by National Public Relations Officer, NCS, Abdullahi Maiwada, the centre named after […]

By Rosemary Iwunze The Chief Investment Officer of Access ARM Pensions, Wale Okunrinboye, has called on long-term and institutional investors to take a more active role in financing sectors critical to Nigeria’s industrialization and economic growth. Speaking at the 9th Nigerian Association of Insurance and Pension Editors (NAIPE) conference in Lagos, Okunrinboye highlighted the need for […]

By Amos Alao As temperatures rise across Nigeria, the effects of urban heat are increasingly severe in its cities. Urban heat islands—areas with intense heat retention due to dense infrastructure, limited green spaces, and climate change—pose growing risks to public health, ecosystems, and overall quality of life. The Society of Landscape Architects of Nigeria (SLAN) […]

By Emeka Anaeto, Business Editor Zenith Bank Plc has announced its unaudited results for the third quarter ended 30 September 2024 (Q3 2024), recording a triple-digit growth of 118% from N1.33 trillion reported in Q3 2023 to N2.9 trillion in Q3 2024. A statement from the bank yesterday said this performance underscores the Group’s resilience and […]