How Yahoo Boys, intruders invaded AAU, led to killing — VC

BENINCITY—The Acting Vice-Chancellor of Ambrose Alli University, AAU, Ekpoma, Edo State, Prof. Olowo Samuel, has attributed the heavy presence of security operatives on campus to a recent killing linked to intruders and the activities of internet fraudsters, popularly called “Yahoo Boys.” At a briefing yesterday, Prof. Samuel said the victim of the killing was not […]
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Unseen ramifications of the KWAM-1, Emmanson flight sagas, by Adekunle Adekoya

YOU know it all. I mean, all about the airport incident involving Alhaji Wasiu Ayinde Anifowose, the Fuji musician better know by his stage moniker, KWAM-1. You have all the information available from the mainstream media — your favourite newspapers, television, and radio stations. Then you got more salacious details from what we all now know as […]

NEDC’s e-mobility plan a game-changer for North-East – Group

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The North East Youth Council has hailed the North East Development Commission (NEDC) for launching its e-mobility project, describing it as a transformative initiative that will modernise the region’s transport system and tackle environmental concerns. The project, which involves the introduction of electric buses, taxis, and tricycles, is designed to […]

PMAN denies termination of Olusco joint venture

The Performing Musicians Employers’ Association of Nigeria (PMAN) has dismissed reports suggesting that its joint venture with Olusco Heritage & Investment Ltd has been terminated. In a statement issued by the association’s National Executive Council (NEC) under the leadership of Chief Fruitful Mekwunye, PMAN stressed that only its recognized leadership is authorized to make pronouncements […]

Kwara PDP chieftain alleges threat to life amid rising opposition influence in Offa

…Petitions US, UK, Canadian Embassies, DSS By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State, Hon. Comr. Salahudeen Lukman, has raised concerns over his safety, claiming that his growing influence as an opposition leader in Offa Local Government has made him a target. Lukman, who contested the Kwara […]

Lifestyle diseases drive shift in cooking oil industry practices

By Folorunsho Olumuyiwa In response to growing consumer demand for healthier lifestyle choices, Power Oil has unveiled a new health-focused initiative tagged “Certified Healthy, Certified Fit.” The move, according to the company, is aimed at redefining leadership in Nigeria’s cooking oil sector by linking nutrition with fitness and wellness. For years, consumer choices in the […]

Strong corporate governance vital for Nigeria’s economic growth – Experts

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – Stakeholders from both the public and private sectors have stressed that strengthening corporate governance is key to unlocking Nigeria’s economic growth and driving national transformation. They spoke at the Political Economy and Leadership Summit 2025, themed ‘Political Economy of Nation Building: The World’s Unfinished Business.’ The summit brought together experts […]

Runsewe tasks FTAN on leadership standards, international relevance

By Jimoh Babatunde Former Director General of the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC) and Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTDC), Otunba Segun Runsewe, has urged the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) to adopt stricter leadership standards by ensuring that only individuals with prior executive experience are allowed to contest for the presidency […]

Sanwo-Olu endorses partnership with NBA-Nigeria for basketball development

Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, says his administration is committed to partnering with the Nigerian leadership of the National Basketball Association (NBA) to strengthen and accelerate basketball development across the state. Sanwo-Olu said NBA Nigeria’s plan to create pathways for young athletes through exposure and international recognition aligned with his administration’s vision of using […]

Hospitality Institute pushes capacity development as industry faces talent retention challenges

By Jimoh Babatunde The Nigerian Hotel and Catering Institute (NHCI) has renewed its commitment to raising professional standards in the hospitality industry, with a focus on ethics, mentorship, and human capital development.Speaking in Akure at the close of the Institute’s Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programme, NHCI President and Chairman of Council, Mr. Victor Olanrewaju Kayode, […]

Ndigbo and the Nigerian presidency: An introspection

By John Odocha I strongly believe that this is an issue that must no longer be swept under the carpet if this country wishes to thrive on the tripod of justice, equity, and fairness. In my book: “The Way We Are: Ideas for a better Nigeria,” published in 2012, and launched in Abuja [Dec 2012] and Washington […]

Firm rewards young Nigerians with prizes after training

By Moses Nosike An organisation passionate in training young Nigerians to develop their talents for employment and self-reliance, The Empire Entertainment has concluded in grand style season two of its training where winners were rewarded at Empire Mansion Reality TV show. The season two ended with Angela Eru as the winner. The 60-day programme brought […]

2025 FirstBank Agric, Export Expo calls for collaborative efforts in non-oil exports

By Moses Nosike At the recently concluded 2025 edition of the FirstBank Agric & Export Expo held in Lagos, management of the bank has tasked policymakers, those in the agribusiness space and other stakeholders that now is the right time in our country, Nigeria to build a resilient economy through collective approach towards investing in […]

Habby Forex CEO debunks $111,000 mismanagement allegation

The Chief Executive Officer of Habby Forex, Mr. Habby, has denied allegations circulating online that he mismanaged an investor’s $111,000. In a statement issued by the company, the CEO clarified that Habby Forex does not manage funds for clients and has never collected any such amount from the individual making the claims. “We do not […]

Slave trade abolition remembrance: Badagry to host cultural rites, lectures

By Esther Onyegbula The historic town of Badagry, Lagos State, will on Saturday, August 23, join the rest of the world to commemorate the International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition. The event, which will hold at the Badagry Heritage Museum by 12 noon, is being organised by the Confederation […]

Okpebholo’s historic gamble on education infrastructure

By FRED ITUA History teaches us that no great civilization ever emerged without first laying a solid foundation in education. From the intellectual traditions of ancient Greece to the scholarly vigour of the Arab world during the Golden Age, and the technological revolutions of modern Asia, societies that invested in knowledge created legacies that outlived kings […]

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