NSChE holds 2025 public lecture, calls for urgent actions in Nigeria’s refining sector
The Nigerian Society of Chemical Engineers (NSChE), Edo/Delta Chapter, has called for strategic and immediate reforms in Nigeria’s oil refining sector, emphasizing the need for revitalization, technological advancement, and regulatory improvements. This call was made during the society’s 2025 Public Lecture and Induction Ceremony, held at the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE). The […]
The misdiagnosis of a nation
By Oladoja M.O. There is a sickness far graver than malaria, deeper than cancer, and deadlier than an undiagnosed pandemic: it is the sickness of perception. A tragic, self-inflicted malaise where men and women, intoxicated by their own bitterness, misread the vital signs of a nation and call it death. Nigeria, that ancient giant, that […]
Tax Reforms: Estate surveyors emphasize importance of asset valuation
The Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers has underscored the crucial role of valuation in achieving effective tax reforms and enhancing economic development.
Immunisation education for all
The recently concluded World Immunisation Week (24–30 April), was an opportunity to reflect on the benefits of vaccines and their vital roles in safeguarding the health and well-being of families and children in particular. Vaccines are effective tools to prevent infectious diseases. They have been proven safe and effective. Vaccines have saved countless lives and […]
Jumping onto a gravy train
By NICK DAZANG The last two weeks witnessed a gale of defections by politicians notably from the opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to the governing All Progressives Congress, APC. The high water mark of these defections were the fell swoop defections of the Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwor, and a former Governor of Delta […]
NBM of Africa donates Solar Bore hole to Delta community
Neo-Black Movement (NBM) of Africa Worldwide, has empowered the people of Abah-Unor Community, Aniocha South Local Area, Delta State with solar motorized bore hole system to cushion the effects of water scarcity in the community and its environs.
‘Never Again’: A Lagos journalist’s traffic nightmare and the tech that now saves his career
Now, before every assignment, I plug in the drive, clear my phone memory, and let the device do its thing. I record with confidence
‘Dear Henrietta’: A digital lifeline for the Nigerian woman
Dear Henrietta was born from a simple, powerful truth: there is no structured, reliable system for women’s personal safety and emotional well-being in Nigeria
How FinTech can unlock Nigeria’s SME potential – Abolade Ogunlowore
As the world continues to embrace digital solutions to reshape financial systems, a Nigerian expert in audit, financial reporting, and business consulting, Abolade Ogunlowore, has stressed the critical role of FinTech in unlocking the full potential of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria.
Lagos pays over N70bn to retirees in 6 years
By Olasunkanmi Akoni The Lagos State Government, under the administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expended a total of N70,994,464,313.29 to 20,956 retirees of the state from May 2019 to date. The Lagos State Head of Service (HoS), Mr. Olabode Agoro, disclosed during the 109th Batch Retirement Benefit Bond Certificates presentation ceremony for retirees of the […]
A new era of public voice and visibility for African women in power
A new era of public voice and visibility is dawning for African women in leadership, as Nigeria prepares to host a landmark retreat aimed at transforming the public engagement strategies of First Ladies across the nation.
Intreensic launches new training courses, opens cohort admissions
Lagos, Nigeria- With Africa’s fintech and payments sector booming but talent shortages looming, payments education startup Intreensic has launched a fresh suite of online courses to help professionals and businesses upskill, as the company opens new cohort admissions across the continent. Founded by internationally recognized payments expert Nkebet Mesele, Intreensic aims to tackle the growing […]
Repositioning Nigeria’s Social Safety Net: Faleye’s bold vision for NSITF
By Alexandria Mede When President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appointed Barrister Seun Faleye as the Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) on July 13, 2024, expectations were high. Today, less than a year into his tenure, many are beginning to see why. Faleye didn’t walk into the role unprepared. With elite legal credentials […]
Gbenga Komolafe and his transformational leadership at NUPRC
By Olisa Mbakwe Like a master builder laying the foundation for a towering skyscraper, Engr. Gbenga Komolafe is constructing a new framework for Nigeria’s oil and gas industry. With each strategic move, he’s adding a new layer of strength, transparency, and innovation, transforming the sector into a robust and thriving entity. As the head of […]
Leveraging community growth to drive venture success my mantra – Lanre-Messan
…as Africa Ecosystem Mixer shares ideas with young entrepreneurs in Nigeria. By Chris Onuoha It was quite an awesome and engaging evening of value exchange as the organisers of the African Ecosystem Mixer held the Lagos edition of an interactive business discourse and networking on Friday May 2, 2025 themed: “Leveraging Community Growth to Drive Venture […]
Police confirm five dead children in an abandoned vehicles in Nasarawa
By Abel Daniel, Lafia Five lifeless bodies of children have been found in an abandoned vehicle in Agyaragu, Obi local government area of Nasarawa state. This was made known by the Nasarawa state Police command’s public Relations Office, SP Ramhan Nansel. Police has launched a full investigation into the unfortunate death of five children who […]
