Businesses express confidence in macroeconomy, anticipate hiring more – CBN
By Elizabeth Adegbesan A Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) survey has shown that businesses anticipate hiring more workers this month even as they expressed their confidence in the macroeconomy in May 2025. The report titled: “Business Expectation Survey”, noted that the Construction sector had the highest prospect for employment while the Mining & Quarrying sector had […]
Unto humanity a liberator’s given: 135 years of Uncle Ho, by Owen Lakemfa
It is unusual for a nation to discover its essence in a man. It is rare for humanity in their millions across continents, to be inspired; to fight seemingly unwinnable wars for freedom. Ho Chi Minh, one of the most famous figures of the twentieth century, fitted into both. Famously known as Uncle Ho, and speaking […]
Eid al-Adha: Igwe Ogbonna urges Muslims to embrace sacrifice, unity
The Traditional Ruler of Ogugu Ntu-egbenese Ancient Kingdom in Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State, His Royal Majesty Igwe Aloysius Chidozie Ogbonna Jnr, Ubojene II, has called on Muslims to use the occasion of Eid al-Adha to reflect on the values of faith, sacrifice, and unity exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (AS).
Steve Ekpenisi: The Artistic Genius behind TULGAR, a symbol of technology and sustainability
Steve Ekpenisi Ucheka, a renowned Nigerian sculptor and expert in arts and design, has recently captured global attention with his groundbreaking work created in Ankara, Turkey.
10,217 persons killed in 2 yrs: Still playing games with security, by Adekunle Adekoya
THIS week, the newswires were awash with reports that the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede has relocated to Benue State, ostensibly in a show of force following endless killings by herdsmen militias in that state. Without fear of equivocation, one can say that Benue is the most embattled of all the states […]
Menstrual health: Herccess empowers 250 schoolgirls in Agege
By Adesina Wahab To mark this year’s World Menstrual Hygiene Day, celebrated globally on May 28, Herccess—a vibrant community founded by University of Lagos student and passionate girls’ education advocate, Chinwendu Ezenwankwo, held its Annual Menstrual Health Seminar at Girls Senior High School, Agege, Lagos State. The seminar, a cornerstone of Herccess’ outreach mission, brought […]
Ikorodu residents pledge support for Shittu after business grant
Some residents of Ikorodu in Lagos State have promised to support a philanthropist and one of the community leaders, Abdulkareem Shittu, in his cause for good governance in the area. Their pledge came after Shittu gave out N500,000 to 10 individuals to support their businesses and distributed 10kg of rice to thousands of residents of […]
Ecobank commences 4th Adire Lagos exhibition to promote indigenous fashion
By Babajide Komolafe Ecobank Nigeria Limited yesterday commenced the fourth edition of its Adire Lagos exhibition, a significant cultural and commercially driven event aimed at promoting indigenous fashion industry and empowering Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). Speaking at the opening press briefing, Omoboye Odu, Head of SMEs at Ecobank Nigeria, said that the exhibition underscores the […]
Sage Grey empowers UNILAG undergraduates, says finance can drive social change
A licensed financial institution, Sage Grey Finance Limited, has restated commitment to human capital development, saying finance can serve as a catalyst for positive social change. The financial institution said this while awarding scholarships to five outstanding students of the University of Lagos as part of the inaugural edition of its Undergraduate Scholarship Programme. The […]
2nd Anniversary: Siakpere lauds Oborevwori on infrastructure, educational devt
As Delta State marks the second anniversary of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration, renowned administrator and education strategist, Mr Clement Siakpere, has commended the governor for what he described as remarkable strides in infrastructure and educational development across the state. Siakpere who is Executive Assistant to the Governor on Education Monitoring in a statement on Thursday, […]
Naya Dane carves own path in Afrofusion
By Juliet Ebirim While Afrobeats continues its global reign with established giants, a compelling new sound is emerging from the streets of Lagos, embodied by fast-rising artist, Naya Dane.Born Uzoegbu Chukwuemeka Alexander, Naya Dane’s musical journey began at the tender age of seven. Growing up amidst the vibrant chaos of Lagos, he absorbed the city’s […]
