By Jimoh Babatunde Chef Ernst Lothar Frank, the German-born executive chef, at the Lagos Continental hotel, does not hide his love for Nigerian food as he admitted the influence of the country’s food culture on his presentation.He said ‘‘what we have in the hotel is more of traditional Nigerian food. I try to learn about […]

By Nnasom David The El Echad Foundation has reiterated the importance of youth engagement and digital empowerment in fostering inclusive governance across West Africa. Representing Nigeria at the Regional Conference on Sustainable Participation of Youth in Governance in the ECOWAS Region, Miss Favour Ugwumba, Co-founder and Executive Director of the foundation, joined other regional delegates […]

The Lagos State Government has commended Amstel Malta for its outstanding support during theinaugural phase of the MamaBase programme, a groundbreaking maternal health initiative led bythe Maternal and Reproductive Health (MRH) Collective and supported by the state government. The brand’s partnership played a pivotal role in the successful implementation of the pilot, which significantly improved […]

By Jimoh Babatunde …calls for fairness, equity Ahead of the UN Tourism election of a new secretary general, African Travel Commission (ATC) has endorsed the candidacy of Gloria Guevara, who is one of the frontline contenders for the post that has seen the incumbent, Zurab Polilikashvili, whose second tenure ends this year, also gunning for […]

By Favour Ulebor, Abuja A joint operation carried out recently by the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) and the National Park Service led to the arrest of three individuals – Musa Usman, Samila Abdullahi and Saidu Jagaban – for trafficking endangered wildlife species in Abuja. According to a statement from NESREA’s assistant […]

By Juliet Umeh In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, early exposure to technology is no longer optional—it’s foundational. The Easter Kids Coding Fest 2025, organized by Digital Dreams ICT Academy, offered young learners a valuable opportunity to gain practical tech skills in a fun and engaging environment. The program brought together 456 children aged 6 […]

By Elizabeth Osayande Nigeria stands at a pivotal moment as it grapples with deteriorating environmental conditions. Rivers that once nourished the country’s agricultural heartlands and supported vibrant fishing communities are now tainted by pollution, transforming them into vengeful channels of toxicity. Words of Dr. Olawale Makanjuola, an Environmental Protection Engineer at the Illinois Environmental Protection […]

By Jimoh Babatunde The Enugu State Government has received praise from the Association of Tourism Practitioners of Nigeria (ATPN) for its dedication to enhancing the tourism industry with a substantial investment exceeding ₦13.7 billion. Mr. Wilson Uche Ugwu, the Second Deputy National President of ATPN, emphasized the potential for increased revenue and overall development during […]

A team of Nigerian scientists and public health experts at the Maternal and Reproductive Health(MRH) Collective has developed a breakthrough model for reducing maternal deaths amongpoor and vulnerable women. The initiative, known as MamaBase, was piloted in Lagos in 2023 and has already produced dramatic results. According to the World Health Organisation, an estimated 79,500 […]

By Etop Ekanem The Ughelli North Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has passed a vote of confidence on the National Executive Committee of the party, led by the National Interim Chairman of the party, Amb. Umar Damagum. The Ughelli North PDP has also passed a confidence vote on the party’s National Secretary, Mr. Samuel Anyanwu and […]

By Ebunoluwa Sessou In its commitment to eliminate Violence Against Women and Girls, VAWG, and Harmful Practices, HP, the Women at Risk International Foundation, WARIF, in partnership with UN Women has launched an initiative called the UN Leap Project. The initiative is designed to assess the commitments made by traditional and faith leaders in Nigeria […]

…Honors Law Enforcement, Celebrates Community and Cultural Unity In a historic celebration of public service and community solidarity, Ameen’s Restaurant and Hall, in partnership with the Peel Regional Police Black Internal Support Network (BISN), hosted the first-ever Peel Police Appreciation and Award Ceremony on Saturday, May 10, 2025. The elegant event, held in Mississauga, brought […]

By Henry Obetta The recent LinkedIn ‘Future of Work’ Report (2025) reported that between 2020 and 2024, postings for AI and AI-related jobs grew by 38%. This makes it one of the fastest-growing job sectors in the world today. AI competencies are quickly becoming a key component in tech jobs, from Data Science, to Programming, […]

A new supermarket has opened its doors in the Ikota area of Lagos, offering an alternative for residents looking for a more organized and accessible place to shop. CityMarket, located at La Ciudad Mall, KM 12 Lekki-Epe Expressway, brings a different approach to grocery shopping in a neighborhood that has long dealt with limited options. […]

TAG, an independent advisory and investment management firm focused on Africa’s high-growth sectors, has released a groundbreaking report titled Uncharted Waters: Nigeria’s Afrobeats Economy.