My traumatic five days in kidnappers’ den – Calabar Chic
When Israeli-American televangelist Benny Hinn shared these words of encouragement that “When everything seems to be falling apart and troubles come from every direction, remember that God is in control”, he probably had Stephanie Isuma, popularly known as Calabar Chic in mind.
Uncle Sam at 90: Taking the whole package, by Muyiwa Adetiba
‘Young people starting out in television sometimes say to me: “I want to be you”. My stock reply is always: “Then you have to take the whole package.” That was Barbara Walters, the celebrated broadcaster, the first female face on TV in the US – aptly described as the most important woman in the history […]
Ajadi honours final burial of Oke’s mother in Osun, received in grand style by Hon. Olagunju
Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, philanthropist and 2023 Ogun State governorship candidate, joined friends, family, and political associates on Friday, June 27, 2025, to honour the final burial rites of Madam Serah Tinuola Asunke Oke, mother of Hon. Tunde Oke, in Iresi, Osun State.
Nightmares triple risk of early death, new study warns
A disturbing new study out of the UK has revealed a hidden killer lurking in dreams. If you suffer from regular nightmares, you could be three times more likely to be dead a decade earlier than the average person, the new study has suggested.
Ayowole Samuel Ajiboye leads global shift in Youth suicide prevention through trauma-informed care
A US-based Nigerian award-winning social impact professional and mental health advocate, Ayowole Samuel Ajiboye, is reshaping global conversations on youth suicide prevention.
Healt mistakes can lead to mortuary, be careful with patients, NMCN cautions nurses
By Steve Oko Nursing and Midwefry Council of Nigeria, NMCN, has cautioned nurses to be extremely careful while handling patients as health mistakes could have devastating implications. NMCN Registrar, Alhassan Ndaji, who spoke at the maiden induction ceremony of the pioneer graduating nurses of Gregory University Uturu, GUU, Abia State, regretted that patients had sometimes […]
Periwinkle Empire tackles insecurity, power outages, other erratic services in Lagos
In a strategic and laudable effort to improve security, comfort and convenience, a real estate developer Periwinkle Empire has entered into key partnerships with three Nigerian service providers to enhance infrastructure and lifestyle offerings at its Lekki Phase 1 estate in Lagos. Mr. Tunde Olatunji, Managing Director of Periwinkle Condos disclosed this in a statement […]
AIHS to honour Kebbi State Governor for infrastructure excellence
By Kingsley Adegboye The Africa International Housing Show (AIHS), has announced that Governor of Kebbi State, Dr. Nasir Idris, will be honoured with the Infrastructure-Friendly Governor of the Year Award at the 19th edition of the event, scheduled to hold from July 27 to August 1, 2025, at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja. The announcement was […]
Angela Okorie’s open-confession
Hate her or like her, Angela Okorie has always lived up to her adopted name, “Legit Queen.”
Senator Umeh, the lying General and a fallen house
Chuks Iloegbunam Chief Victor Umeh, the Senator representing Anambra Central at the National Assembly, has set a lodestar that must henceforth be emulated by all legislators from the South East geopolitical zone, whether serving in their states of origin or in Abuja. Last week, Senator Umeh called General Yakubu Gowon, Head of State of Nigeria […]
PANDEF mourns Gen. Paul Omu, hails him as a true nationalist, architect of unity
The Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has paid glowing tribute to the late Major General Paul Ufuoma Omu (rtd), describing him as a true nationalist, elder statesman, and champion of Nigerian unity, whose legacy will continue to shape the country for generations. In a statement signed by PANDEF’s National Publicity Secretary, Chief Dr. Obiuwevbi Ominimini, the […]
When Cartoonists celebrated Jegede @ 80 with Art exhibition
Saturday, June 21, 2025, was a remarkable day for both the Cartoon Association of Nigeria, CARTAN, and the art icon, Emeritus Professor Dele Jegede, who turned 80 on April 19. On this day, CARTAN opened an art exhibition in honour of Prof. Dele Jegede’s 80th birthday. The exhibition, titled “A Life Well Drawn,” ran until June 28.
Terry G speaks out against disrespecting legends
“If not for my sacrifice, none of these emerging singers would have the courage to smoke Indian hemp on stage.”
Tinubu confers GCON on outgoing AFREXIM Bank Chairman, Benedict Oramah
President Bola Tinubu Friday in Abuja conferred the national honor, Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON), on President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of African Export-Import Bank for his outstanding contributions to development of Africa, particularly prioritising Nigeria’s interests.
Policing: Mutfwang, Arase differ on security strategy at Jos Dialogue
By Marie-Therese Nanlong Jos – Former Inspector General of Police, Solomon Arase, has advised Nigerian stakeholders to reconsider the clamour for state police and instead focus on strengthening community policing to address the nation’s security challenges. This is as the Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang insists on the creation of State Police, saying Nigeria’s centralized […]
Roadblock unveils root to recruit DJs for Africa’s biggest club party
By Benjamin Njoku In a stunning display of creativity and transparency in the recruitment process of artistes for major concerts and shows in Nigeria, Roadblock Party, Africa’s biggest club party, has inaugurated the first live drafting exercise to select disc jockeys (DJs) who will be featuring in the second edition of the Roadblock Party themed: […]
