Empowerment heightens as Aliko Dangote Foundation distributes rice nationwide
With hundreds of thousands of 10 kg bags of rice delivered to the homes of vulnerable Nigerians across the states, the Aliko Dangote Foundation has brought relief to many people especially in this holy month of Ramadan and lent. The Foundation in line with its hunger-alleviating initiative made available one million 10kg bags of rice for distribution across the 774 Local Government Areas to needy Nigerians.
Senator Lawal Adamu condemns killing of travellers in Edo, demands justice
Urges Northern Leaders, Nigerians to Remain Calm By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo Senator Lawal Adamu Usman, representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has strongly condemned the brutal killing of travellers from Northern Nigeria in Uromi, Edo State. Expressing deep distress over the incident, the senator called on the Federal Government, the Edo State Government, […]
2026 WCQ: Eric Chelle – rekindling old fears
By Jacob Ajom Eric Chelle’s technical prowess came under scrutiny during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier between the Super Eagles and Zimbabwe. The Warriors of Zimbabwe came to Uyo and departed with a decent point after a stoppage time equaliser. It was Nigeria’s third consecutive home draw. Nigeria remains winless at home in as […]
Another feather in Tony Elumelu’s cap
Prominent African business leader and philanthropist, Tony O. Elumelu, CFR, has been named a member of the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) newly established Advisory Council on Entrepreneurship and Growth.
Dabota Lawson & Adeola Diiadem Adeyemi elevate Nigerian creativity, Soft Power at the House of Lords in the UK
In a defining moment for Nigerian entrepreneurship, beauty, and culture, Dabota Lawson and Adeola Adeyemi, popularly known as Diiadem, made a powerful statement at the prestigious House of Lords in the United Kingdom. As key figures in The Global Rise of Nigerian Soft Power: Building Bridges Across Borders, they stood as representatives of Nigeria’s thriving […]
Onoh hails boss, Tinubu, on new age
President Bola Tinubu’s former campaign spokesman, Dr Josef Onoh has made tributes on his boss, President Tinubu in his new age. Onoh said that the President is like an old wine that gets better per year. He added that Tinubu is an enigma who bestrides his environment like a Colossus, impacting the society. He wished […]
Afara Initiative expands opportunities for Nigerian students through Morehead-Cain Global Fellowship
The Morehead-Cain Foundation, renowned for its pioneering merit-based scholarship and leadership development programs, has announced its expansion beyond the United States for the first time, with Nigeria as a part of its inaugural cohort. This expansion was made possible through a partnership with The Afara Initiative, a leading force in youth leadership development and economic […]
Health: Book validates local foods as medicines
By Chioma Obinna A new book titled “Herbal Spices: Local Foods as Medicines” has identified and validated local foods that can be used to treat common ailments. In a foreword to the book, Prof. Olukemi Odukoya, a pharmacognosist at the Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Lagos, and an advocate of herbal medicine, […]
Tompolo’s thermometer and the thoughts of mortals
By Enewaridideke Ekanpou For every mortal there are seasons of hibernation when thoughts are refined in loneliness…No mortal defiles such seasons because this is not Achebe’s Things Fall Apart where Okonkwo defiled the week of peace… Tompolo is a traveller who journeys borderlessly…Every town Tompolo travels to, Tompolo takes his thermometer that tells truth. Tompolo’s […]
World Water Day 2025: Stakeholders call for urgent action on water security in Lagos
By Chioma Obinna Experts, policymakers, and stakeholders who gathered at a symposium to mark this year’s World Water Day 2025, have stressed the urgent need to address the global water crisis. Themed “Putting Glacier Preservation At The Core Of Climate Action Plan,” the participants at the well-attended symposium emphasised the cascading effects of glacier retreat […]
Trino Motion Pictures partners NIFS to nurture next-generation film industry talent
Trino Motion Pictures, in partnership with the Nigerian International Film Summit (NIFS), has launched the International Sales & Distribution Executives (ISDE) Program. This initiative aims to equip young professionals with the skills and knowledge required to excel in international film and television sales and distribution. The ISDE Program is a three-month hybrid residency and mentorship […]
