IWD: Don’t take ‘No’ for an answer, Alakija tells Nigerian women
By Juliet Umeh Founder of Famfa Oil and philanthropist, Folorunsho Alakija, has urged Nigeria women to remain steadfast and refuse to be discouraged by rejection, stressing that persistence, courage and faith are critical to achieving success. Alakija gave the charge at an International Women’s Day, IWD, forum hosted by Optiva Capital Partners in Lagos, on […]
Eid-el-Fitr: Act fast to cushion harsh effects of inflation on workers, SSANU tells FG
As Nigerian Muslims join the global community to celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has called on the government to take deliberate and practical steps to cushion the harsh effects of inflation on Nigerian workers.
London modern art exhibition: Don’t be carried away by negative comments against Nigeria – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has cautioned against negative comments often bandied about by naysayers against Nigeria, affirming his trust in his citizens’ capacity to excel anywhere.
Trump rules out Iran ceasefire as more Marines head to Middle East
“I don’t want to do a ceasefire. You know you don’t do a ceasefire when you’re literally obliterating the other side.”
Troops neutralise 74 terrorists, eliminate key commanders, disrupt oil theft operations
The Defence Headquarters on Friday announced that troops of the Armed Forces of Nigeria neutralised no fewer than 74 terrorists, including senior commanders and bomb specialists, during coordinated operations across the country in the past week.
Naira appreciates to N1,405 in parallel market
The Naira today appreciated to N1,405 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,410 per dollar on Thursday.
Photos: Onitsha prepares for burial of former UN envoy, Chief Arthur Mbanefo
All arrangements have been concluded for the burial of Nigeria’s former Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Arthur Mbanefo, who died at the age of 95.
US could ‘take out’ Iran’s Kharg Island any time – White House
The United States could “take out” Iran’s Kharg island whenever it wanted, the White House said Friday, after a report that President Donald Trump’s administration was considering plans to occupy or blockade the oil hub.
Nigeria drops to 106 in 2026 World happiness ranking
Nigeria stands at 106 in the 2026 World Happiness Report, indicating a steady slip from 105 in 2025 and 102 in 2024.
Netanyahu denies offending Christians over Jesus remarks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected accusations on Friday that he had intended to offend Christians when he said the previous day that Jesus had “no advantage” over Genghis Khan.
Army nabs 53 suspected criminals, extremists in Plateau
The Nigerian Army says it has in the last 24 hours apprehended 53 suspected criminals and extremist group members during coordinated operations in Plateau.
