By Olasunkanmi Akoni The Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda, popularly called, AKOD, has distributed various sums of cash to vulnerable residents as economy empowerment, stressing the need for community development. Dauda, also commissioned Shanu Street and Balogun Street, two major rehabilitated roads executed under his administration to mark the 100 […]

In recent years, African cinema has produced bold, emotionally charged stories that continue to resonate across international festivals.

By Favour Ulebor Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has said, the country’s internal security challenges cannot be separated from wider regional crises, warning that instability in neighbouring states directly fuels insecurity at home. Speaking at an ECOWAS ministerial briefing, yesterday in Abuja, Tuggar said Nigeria must intervene when nearby countries face threats to democratic […]

By Victor Ahiuma-Young The International Trade Union Confederation–Africa (ITUC-Africa) has issued a stern warning following the attempted military coup in Benin on December 7, 2025. The organisation expressed deep concern over the threat the failed putsch poses to workers, democratic institutions, and the country’s long-standing reputation for political stability. In a statement released from its […]

The United States Coast Guard, in collaboration with the US Navy, has intercepted a Nigerian-owned supertanker, Skipper, over allegations of crude oil theft, piracy, and other transnational crimes.

Life Lager is turning up the heat this festive season with two powerhouse events — the Eastern Machine Tour and the Life Xmas Concert, crafted to celebrate what defines the East: unshakable pride, cultural strength, and the vibrant spirit of our people.

The 10X Business Summit Abuja has officially made history as the first 10X event ever held in Africa

By Nnasom David A new assessment by the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has identified the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) and the Ministry of Interior among the poorest-performing government institutions in the country, following a year-long evaluation of compliance with the Business Facilitation Act (BFA) 2022. The 2025 […]

By Jimoh Babatunde A new naira-denominated payment card targeted at tourists and visitors coming into Nigeria during the peak holiday season has been rolled out by Verve and Providus Bank .  Called the ProvidusVerve Travel Card, the product is positioned as a convenient alternative for tourists, business travellers and returning diaspora, who may otherwise struggle with […]

Bayelsa State Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, passed on yesterday after collapsing in his office in Yenagoa.

A digital literacy expert, Sylvester Ebhonu of Admiralty University of Nigeria and National Public Relations Officer of the Nigerian Library Association (NLA), has called on Nigerian universities to prioritise digital wellness and redesign their libraries as “guardians of healthy knowledge consumption” amid rising concerns about technology-driven distraction among students.

By Oguwike  Nwachuku  It is another December 12 when we gather to celebrate one of Nigeria’s best and brightest – Senator Hope Odidika Uzodimma, Governor of Imo State. I do not know how many persons have taken the trouble to read his latest book – A Decade of Impactful Progressive Governance in Nigeria – which was unveiled […]

By Jimoh Babatunde The Continental Hotel Group has unveiled a combined festive programme for Christmas and New Year celebrations across its Abuja and Lagos properties, offering guests a unified holiday experience in both cities. Announcing the initiative, the Cluster Director of Marketing, Continental Hotels, Richard Mutanda, said the Twin-City Festive Escape, which runs from December 2025 […]

The Celestial Church of Christ, Genesis Global Parish, Alakuko, is preparing to host its annual harvest celebration, scheduled for Friday, December 19, and Sunday, December 21, with organisers expecting a large turnout of worshippers and community members. The event, themed “Harvest of New Dimension,” will feature extensive charity outreach, including the distribution of food items, […]

By Ayo Onikoyi The Aviary Club of Nigeria has extended warm felicitation to its Global President, Sir Odia Eromosele, as he marks his birthday, praising his exemplary leadership and unwavering commitment to the growth and unity of the organization. In a goodwill message issued to commemorate the occasion, members of the club described Sir Eromosele […]