By Juliet Ebirim Amid increasing competition among media organisations seeking to capture Nigeria’s fast-growing digital audience, former Big Brother Naija stars took centre stage in Lagos last Thursday as gaming and entertainment company BetKing unveiled its new online content platform, BetKing TV, at an event held at the company’s Victoria Island headquarters. The launch, attended […]

By Ebunoluwa Sessou The Sooko Agoriesin of Ile-Ife, Oladotun Hassan, has congratulated the Ooni of Ife, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, and Olori Mariam Ajibola following the birth of their twin princes.Sooko Agoriesin is a royal king specially representing the ruling houses in Ile Ife.They are lieutenants to Ooni of Ife, they are royal […]

Perhaps the most consequential political reform contained in the Electoral Act 2026 is not in the general election itself, but in the process that comes before it: the nomination of candidates by political parties  Under the new framework, the familiar route of indirect primaries, otherwise known as delegate elections, has been removed from the legal options available […]

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto A major push to strengthen grassroots peace building and conflict prevention efforts in Northern Nigeria gained momentum on Saturday as International Alert Nigeria inaugurated the Sokoto Women Mediators Network (SWMN) in Sokoto State. The initiative, launched under the Resilience, Engagement and Conflict Prevention for At-Risk Populations’ Protection in Sokoto State (RECAP) […]

By Precious Enaike The non-indigene community in Ojo Local Government Area of Lagos State has declared its support for the House of Representatives aspiration of Mr Mohammed Emiabata following his official expression of interest and submission of nomination forms to contest on the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The endorsement, observers say, reflects […]

By Chukwuma Ajakah The black witness is an artwork captured by Olamide Adegboye with Africa as his focal point; describing the challenges facing the girl child and her road to success. The owner of the visuals; a 2026 Muse Photography Platinum award winner; used visuals and captured imagery to illustrate his work. Apart from this, […]

By Benjamin Njoku The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards delivered yet another successful outing, one that continues to resonate across the continent’s film community. From dazzling red carpet looks to major wins and heartfelt speeches, this year’s awards show was more than a celebration of African creative excellence. It was a […]

By Prisca Sam-Duru UK-based Nigerian gospel artist, worship minister, and choir director Adebola Akinola has announced the global re-release of her acclaimed worship single, “Wonderful God.” Originally released to audiences in Nigeria and the United Kingdom, the song is now available worldwide across major digital streaming platforms, expanding her mission of sharing worship, hope, and […]

There are many endearing aspects of the Igbo business culture. But few, in my opinion, are more endearing than the apprenticeship system. It is a system that teaches and then empowers. The two most important requisites in successful entrepreneurship are knowledge and finance. The Igbo apprenticeship system provides both. This system, which has become a case study […]

By Benjamin Njoku Lagos will host the first edition of the Lagos Entertainment Association Games & Awards (LEAGA) in September 2026, bringing together sports, entertainment, culture, and networking in one event. Endorsed by the Lagos State Government through the Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC), LEAGA is designed as an annual platform to foster friendship, wellness, […]