As Ogun State marks its 50th anniversary, the Golden Jubilee stands not merely as a count of years, but as a powerful reflection of identity, resilience and a shared vision that has steadily shaped one of Nigeria’s most strategic and culturally significant states. Widely known as the Gateway State, Ogun has, over five decades, carved […]

By Esther Onyegbula Nigeria and Morocco are set to strengthen bilateral economic relations with the commencement of the second edition of the Nigeria–Morocco Business Week, scheduled to hold from February 9 to 12, 2026, across Lagos, Kano and Abuja, with a projected trade boost of between $7 billion and $10 billion.The high-level business and investment […]

By Ochuko Akuopha It’s been over 40 years since the water supply scheme was constructed in Boji-Boji Owa, Ika North-East Local Government Area, Delta State, but residents are still waiting for a drop to drink.   NDV learned that the scheme, built by the military administration in 1978, has been non-functional for years, leaving residents frustrated.   Some […]

“This isn’t just about a car,” says Slate Nation. “It’s about showing our people that we can dream big, work hard, and win”

By Elizabeth Osayande As Nigeria braces for a population surge projected to double by 2050, the nation faces escalating challenges ranging from rising waste volumes to increasing manufacturing costs and persistently high youth unemployment. In a bid to address these issues, the Nigeria Circular Economy Week (NCEW) 2026 will take place from February 16 to […]

By Nkiruka Nnorom& Efe Onodjae  The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to global peace and security, noting that the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has a long history of participation in international peacekeeping operations dating back to 1961. Egbetokun spoke at the opening of a two-day symposium titled “The Nigeria Police and the Peace Process in Africa”, organised by the […]

By Esther Onyegbula The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Trans Amadi Branch, has donated safety kits to the TURN Plastic Recycling Plant in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, as part of efforts to promote workplace safety and support sustainable engineering initiatives. The donation, carried out under the Branch’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, was aimed at […]

By Theodore Opara Jetour Nigeria has strengthened its footprint in the country’s automotive market with the appointment of seven accredited dealers, partnering with some of Nigeria’s most established and reputable auto firms as it accelerates nationwide expansion. The development comes on the heels of major industry recognition for the brand, including its emergence as Fastest […]

Landmark Boulevard, Lagos, was abuzz last week as Nigerian makeup artist and entrepreneur Theresa Emegwara known as Tesglam received her Guinness World Records plaque for completing the longest continuous makeup session by an individual, a staggering 146 hours of non-stop creativity.

As discussions around electric transport grow in Nigeria, a Lagos-based company, DandoEv, is focusing on the systems required to support the shift.

By Esther Onyegbula Renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist, Obinna Iyiegbu, popularly known as Obi Cubana, has reiterated his commitment to inclusive development, regional cooperation and youth engagement as key drivers of Nigeria’s national growth agenda. Iyiegbu stated this while hosting Seyi Tinubu at his Abuja residence, where discussions centred on national development, youth participation and the […]

By Elizabeth Osayande Concerned about persistent challenges in Africa’s education sector particularly the prevalence of unqualified teachers, teacher shortages, and high attrition rates, AfriTeach, a Pan-African organisation, has officially launched to address these gaps, strengthen the teaching profession, and develop thought leaders within the education ecosystem. Co-founded by a team of distinguished education leaders that include […]

For some Christians, tattoos are harmless expressions of identity. For others—especially within African church contexts, they are red flags

The Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers (NIESV) has called on the Federal Government to reform Abuja’s land governance framework, warning that weak coordination, poor titling systems and fragmented land administration continue to undermine investor confidence and limit land-based revenue generation in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The call was made at the 32nd […]

By Ayo Onikoyi The recent posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award given to Fela Anikulapo Kuti at the Grammys has sparked renewed debate about the role of international awards in African music. While many celebrate the historic recognition of Nigeria’s Afrobeat pioneer nearly three decades after his death others see it as a bittersweet moment that highlights […]