A Partner or a Problem? The West’s Zelenskyy dilemma
Ukraine is navigating one of its most challenging political moments since President Volodymyr Zelenskyy assumed office in 2019. A recently publicized investigation by Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO) has intensified domestic debate about governance and accountability during wartime. The probe concerns suspected irregularities in the management of contracts […]
Mental health: Lagos launches centralised directory for verified care, support services
In continuation of its mental health reform, the Lagos State Government has launched the Lagos Community of Mental Health Providers (LCP) Directory, a single, Ministry-led command centre designed to advance the state’s vast mental health resources to the next level.
Insecurity: Akpabio unveils national counter-terrorism strategic plan 2025–2030
The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has called for a shift from short-term, reactive approaches to long-term strategic planning in tackling insecurity, including terrorism, kidnapping, and other criminal activities.
Yuletide: Lagos set for culture week
Lagos, Nigeria’s leading cultural and entertainment hub, is set to host the maiden Lagos Culture Week, a two-day celebration designed to showcase the city’s rhythms, flavours, fashion, art and dynamic creative energy. Organised by the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture in partnership with the Lagos Cultural Mission, the event will begin fr6 […]
Cool Microfinance Bank receives CBN approval to commence operations in Ikota, Lagos
Cool Microfinance Bank has announced that it has met all regulatory requirements set by the CBN and granted approval to commence full operations Ikota
Project Alert seeks stronger laws as femicide, online abuse rise
By Esther Onyegbula As the world marked the 2025 International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on Tuesday, Project Alert raised alarm over the growing scale of digital violence targeting women and girls across Nigeria, warning that online abuse is fast becoming one of the most dangerous forms of gender-based violence. Launching this […]
