Alimi colloquim: ‘Nigeria needs competent, compassionate leaders in healthcare’
Nigeria’s ailing health system can only be rescued by leaders who embody competence, character, and compassion as the same values that defined the late Dr. Mustapha Faiz Alimi, medical experts and government officials declared at the maiden Dr. Mustapha Alimi Colloquium held in Lagos at the weekend.
Michael Chinedu Lan: From grassroots impact to building Africa’s next fashion, tech giant
Whether through education, entrepreneurship, or fashion-tech, Michael Chinedu Lan represents the possibility of a future where Africa is not just catching up but leading
Mywurah empowers 300 businesses with POS terminals, start-up capital in Lagos
By focusing on communities that are often underserved, the company has built a model that combines financial access with local economic growth
Mutfwang pushes ICT as driver of Plateau’s youth empowerment, growth
When Governor Caleb Mutfwang assumed office on May 29, 2023, one of his earliest priorities was to reposition Plateau State as a competitive force in Nigeria’s digital economy.
Citizens’ rights and security concerns(2), by Femi Falana
From Friday continues the narrative on the basic rights of suspects as enshrined in various legal instruments 7. Right to Bail Section 35(4) and (5) of the Constitution and Sections 158-165 of the ACJA recognise the right to bail for persons accused of offences, particularly non-capital offences. Section 30(1) of the Police Act also requires that […]
Lagos Assembly hosts 10th constituency stakeholders meeting
By Ebunolwa Sessou The Lagos State House of Assembly is set to hold its 10th stakeholders meeting on Thursday, September 4, 2025, as part of an ongoing initiative that has fostered community engagement and transparency since its inception. The stakeholders’ meeting was launched by Speaker Mr. Mudashiru Obasa in 2015, an initiative that allows all […]
PMK, Deji-Kurunmi, others for BAWCO 2025
By Ebunoluwa Sessou Transformational Coach, Pastor Debola Deji-Kurunmi, DDK, as well as Music Minister, Deborah Ajayi among others have been scheduled for the Blessed Above Women Conference, BAWCO, Soar 2025 coming up on September 6. The 2025 is the 12th edition of the Blessed Above Women Conference hosted by Pastor Mary Kristilere, PMK, with the […]
Golden Jubilee: Alumni of Ijebu-Ife Grammar School rebuild alma mater with N50m projects
By Ebunoluwa Sessou The Old Students’ Association of Ijebu-Ife Community Grammar School, Ogun State, has commenced a massive upgrade of the school’s infrastructure ahead of its 50th anniversary celebration scheduled for September 4–7. The school, established through the efforts of notable indigenes of Ijebu-Ife, officially opened its doors to students on September 5, 1975. As […]
Lagos lawmaker empowers over 250 beneficiaries at 13th GOY entrepreneurship programme
By Ebunoluwa Sessou In a bid to deepen economic growth and reduce unemployment, the lawmaker representing Eti-Osa Constituency II in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mr. Gbolahan Yishawu, has empowered over 250 beneficiaries with start-up tools, business capital, and vocational training during the 13th edition of the GOY Micro-Business & Entrepreneurship Support Programme, held […]
Nasarawa Judiciary petitioned over land grabbing, nepotism
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – A group has petitioned the Nasarawa State Judicial Service Commission over allegations of misconduct against Mr. Musa Jimoh Alonge, Director of Enforcement in the state judiciary. The petitioners urged his suspension and investigation over claims of corruption, land grabbing and nepotism. The petition, dated 25 August 2025, was submitted by […]
Wahab Olayinka empowers Makoko children with back-to-school items
Canadian-based entrepreneur and philanthropist Wahab (Dru) Olayinka, founder of Druzero Properties Inc., and Global Imports & Exports Fora Inc., has extended his empowerment efforts to the underserved community of Makoko, Lagos, through the donation of much-needed back-to-school items to children ahead of the new academic session. The initiative, which forms part of Wahab’s broader vision […]
