My late brother, Mouftah, by Hakeem Baba-Ahmed
“Every soul shall taste death, and you will only be given your (full) compensation on the Day of Resurrection.”.– Surah Al-Imran, 3 (185). When the Daily Trust newspaper of Thursday last week published the story of the loss of my brother Mouftah with my name in the title, I felt it was unfair to him. He […]
Tech firm marks 5th anniversary, unveils new brand ambassadors in Ibadan
The unveiling is part of the company’s fifth anniversary and highlights a strategic partnership with Ibadan-based creators and OAP
Benue Deputy Speaker unveils seven-day free medical outreach for constituents
By Peter Duru, Makurdi The lawmaker representing Ado State Constituency and Deputy Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly, Mrs. Lami Ogenyi has unveiled a seven-day free medical outreach for her indigent constituents. The Chief Press Secretary to the Deputy Speaker, Agbaji Atsonwu in a statement explained that the intervention would commence from September […]
SEDC ED hails Uzodinma over massive infrastructural devt, impact
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – THE Executive Director, Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Development, South East Development Commission, SEDC, Dr. Cliff Ogbede, has hailed the Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodinma over massive infrastructural development across the state. Ogbede made the commendation while speaking with journalists on the impact of governance by the Uzodinma-led […]
Africa Trade Awards: 26 entrepreneurs to be honored as game changers
By Ebunoluwa Sessou In a move to spotlight and celebrate the continent’s finest change-makers, 26 African entrepreneurs are set to be honoured at the Africa Trade Awards, holding in Nigeria on November 9, 2025. The event, organised by Ikeanumba Media Ltd, publishers of the Lagos Times newspaper and Ikeanumba Africa magazine, will bring together top […]
LAWMA, stakeholders chart pathway for cleaner Lagos
By Kingsley Adegboye Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), in partnership with Proganics Limited in Lagos weekend unveild plans to reduce to the bearest mimimum emissions from organic and food waste, thereby boosting recycling activities as well supporting the goals of the state’s climate action. Announcing the plans at a one-day stakeholders’ forum with the […]
Gwarzo condoles Baze Varsity founder over brother’s passing
The President of the MAAUN Group of Universities, Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Alhaji Mouftah Baba-Ahmed, describing his death as a profound loss not only to his family but to the nation at large. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Professor Gwarzo extended his heartfelt condolences to the […]
I’m passionate about using technology to expand opportunities for Africa’s youths – Tosin Ojo
By Kenneth Oboh Tosin Ojo, a Nigerian mathematician and data professional, has said his passion lies not only in analytics but also in using technology to expand opportunities for Africa’s youth. Ojo, who built his career as a senior data analyst and author of “Understanding Business Intelligence with Microsoft Power BI”, has spent nearly a […]
Diri, IGP urge youth inclusion to curb restiveness
…as Sukubo re-elected NYCN President By Emem Idio, Yenagoa The President of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) Amb. Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sukubo from Rivers State, South-South Nigeria has been re-elected for a second term of four years. Sukubo achieved a resounding victory in the highly competitive National Unity Elective Congress of the NYCN, held […]
APC scribe tours 120 road projects in Kogi, thumb-up Gov Ododo
By Boluwaji Obahopo, Lokoja The United Kingdom Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Momoh Obaro, has commended Governor Usman Ododo’s infrastructural strides in Kogi State, saying his achievements are enough to secure him a second term in office. Obaro made the remark on Tuesday after touring over 120 community road projects in Kogi […]
PH’s bole festival spurs jobs, business growth, tourism
By Juliet Umeh The organiser of Port Harcourt’s popular Bole Festival, Nonii Entertainment, has said the annual event has not only created jobs and spurred business growth but also boosted tourism in Rivers State. Chief Executive Officer of Nonii Entertainment, Chinonso Iwuh, said the festival has grown into one of Africa’s most vibrant cultural gatherings, […]
