By ALIU AKOSHILE Kwara State is approaching a defining political transition as it prepares for the emergence of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s successor in May 2027. This is not merely another electoral cycle; it is a moment that will test the state’s political judgement and its capacity to consolidate recent gains while charting a more ambitious developmental […]

The Grand Chief Imam of Ikorodu Division, Fadilat Sheikh Alliy Seifudeen Ayinla Ademoritan Olowooribi, has declared open the celebration of his 70th Birthday and 20th Imamate Anniversary with a special Jumat Service led by the Chief Imam of Offa, Kwara State, Sheikh Muhyiddin Salman Husein. In a joyous felicitation and act of stewardship to the […]

By Chioma Obinna The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, HURIWA, has formally petitioned the United States Government through the American Embassy in Abuja, demanding targeted sanctions against the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over alleged sustained actions undermining democracy in Nigeria. In a detailed letter, the civil rights organisation accused Wike […]

By Chioma Obinna As the world marks World Health Day 2026, themed: “Together for Health. Stand with Science”, the World Health Organisation, WHO on Monday issued a warning on the state of global health, urging governments and communities to act decisively and ensure that scientific evidence guides health policies. This year’s campaign also marks the […]

By Nnasom David Iconic International Holdings has unveiled plans to host the 100 Iconic Personalities of the Year 2026 Awards in Lagos. This move was announced in a statement cited by Vanguard stating that it is aimed at recognising outstanding leaders and changemakers across Africa and the diaspora. The organisation disclosed that the event will […]

By Ebunoluwa Sessou The Lagos Chapter of Relax Tinubu Is Fixing Nigeria, RTIFN has announced the appointment of Sesan Olowa as State Coordinator and Lekan Fatodu as Deputy State Coordinator. The appointments were unveiled during the group’s inaugural meeting held on Monday in Lagos.Other members of the state executive include Babatunde Hunpe as Secretary; Prince […]

By Moses Nosike FirstBank, in its move to promote seamless and AI enabled operation for more than 120 thousand SMEs in the country, entrepreneurs, and other businesses, the bank has designed 19 digital platforms for customers to leverage on for business growth and expansion. This was revealed at the FirstBank customer interactive webinar session in […]

By Nnasom David The Lagos music landscape may be gearing up for a vibrant shift as emerging artist Skeng We$ prepares to release a new body of work aimed at energising listeners and dominating dance floors. The artist revealed that his forthcoming project, “We$ & The City,” will mark a departure from his earlier introspective […]

By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Catholic Bishop of Abeokuta Diocese, Most Rev. Dr. Peter Odetoyinbo, has called on Nigerians to remain steadfast in hope, resilience and faith, despite the nation’s prevailing economic and security challenges, describing Easter as “the celebration of new life and a bright future.” In his 2026 Easter message, the cleric greeted […]

By Gabriel Ewepu A non-profit organisation, Glide Foundation, has called on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to issue an unreserved apology to broadcast journalist Seun Okinbaloye over an alleged threat. In a statement issued on Monday, the foundation described the alleged incident as “reckless and alarming,” saying such rhetoric is […]

By Moses Nosike Agbeyewa Farms Limited, a leading agribusiness platform under Cavista Holdings, will host its annual Ekiti Traditional Rulers’ Retreat on April 15, 2026, at the iconic Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort and Conference Centre, Ekiti State. Now in its third year, the retreat has evolved into a flagship platform for engaging Ekiti’s revered traditional […]

By Nnasom David Fast-rising Nigerian artiste, Kilo Lazer, is set to release a new single titled “IJoba,” as anticipation builds among fans and industry watchers. The forthcoming track, billed as part of his upcoming album, comes amid a string of recent releases that have strengthened his presence in the music scene. Kilo Lazer recently dropped […]

By Kingsley Adegboye In a strategic move to address trust deficits and rising unethical practices, the Africa International Housing Show (AIHS), will unveil a curated list of Trusted Partners and Ambassadors of Integrity. This initiative, part of AIHS’s 20th anniversary activities, is designed as a structured response to restore credibility, promote professionalism, and reposition Africa’s […]

Tesa Media, a fast-rising media and digital content company, has announced plans to expand into the financial technology sector with the launch of its AI-powered WhatsApp banking platform, TesaPay, slated for April 2026. The development marks a strategic shift for the company, which has built its reputation across media, storytelling, and digital production, alongside social […]

By Progress Godfrey The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) says it has launched an investigation into an alleged data breach involving Remita Payment Services Ltd., Sterling Bank and other entities. This follows reports of a suspected cyberattack circulating on dark web forums, where threat actors claimed to have accessed and exposed sensitive customer and institutional […]