Lagos leads Africa with ferry safety development scheme
By Providence Ayanfeoluwa The Lagos State Waterways Authority, LASWA, in partnership with Interferry, a global ferry association with consultative status at the International Maritime Organization, has launched a Ferry Safety Development and Mentoring Programme aimed at improving safety and operational standards in the sector. The initiative, the first of its kind in Africa, is designed […]
Victor Eko to represent Nigeria at Global Pageants
The 17th edition of Mr Ideal Nigeria, widely regarded as the country’s leading male pageant, has crowned Victor Eko as its new titleholder.
Italy partners universities to strengthen Africa’s research capacity
The Italian government, in collaboration with six leading universities, has expanded efforts to strengthen Africa’s research capacity through a multi-country initiative aimed at empowering early-career academics and fostering long-term scientific collaboration.
Workers’ Day: NPF Pensions hails police, Nigeria’s unsung heroes
By Victor Ahiuma-Young As Nigeria marked the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration weekend, NPF Pensions Limited has paid glowing tribute to officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force, describing them as the nation’s “unsung heroes of security” for their courage and dedication to duty. In a goodwill message, the pension firm commended the resilience and unwavering commitment […]
How Johnson Alabi is quietly building an empire while giving back to society
He won a crown, built businesses, earned a Paul Harris Fellow title, and is now the President Elect of Rotary Club of Shomolu District 9112. Here is why Nigeria is not paying enough attention to this man.
Ceediz gains momentum in Abuja music scene
By Nnasom David The Abuja music scene has recorded a surge of emerging talent in recent weeks, with fast-rising artist Ceediz gaining increasing attention from both campus and mainstream audiences. Ceediz, who serves as Director of Socials for the Faculty of Arts at the University of Abuja, recently organised and hosted the NAFAS Industry Night, […]
Social Security: Abuja talks spark hope for millions outside safety nets
By Dr Emmanuel Ulayi When delegates from across West Africa converged on the Abuja Continental Hotel on April 22–23, 2026, the agenda was clear but ambitious: to rewire how social security services will reach the people who need them most. For two days, the International Social Security Association (ISSA) 2026 West Africa Technical Seminar placed one […]
Nsofor hailed as ‘best senate candidate’ for Anambra South
By Nnasom David Supporters of Hon. Prince Chinedu Nsofor have described him as the “best senate candidate” for Anambra South, as discussions intensify ahead of the next electoral cycle in the state. The endorsement, circulated by his supporters and allied political voices, is based on what they describe as his extensive networks, institutional exposure, and […]
Nigeria’s cocktail industry sits on untapped economic potential, Diageo warns
…opens entry for 2026 bartender competition By Cynthia Alo Diageo, the global drinks giant and maker of Guinness, Johnnie Walker and Baileys has warned that Nigeria is sitting on an underdeveloped commercial opportunity in its cocktail and premium drinks sector, and the country risks losing the initiative to faster-moving markets if it does not urgently […]
Indigenous firm begins network testing, eyes full launch in Nigeria
By Efe Onodjae An indigenous telecommunications firm, Imose Mobile, has commenced pre-commercial testing of its mobile network as part of plans to roll out full mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) services in the country. The company disclosed this in a statement on Monday, describing the development as a critical step in its phased entry into […]
EKO57 holds strategic meeting on grassroots development
Key stakeholders across Lagos State on Monday converged at a high-level strategic meeting convened by the Eko57 support group, a grassroots mobilisation and civic engagement movement operating across the state’s 57 Local Government Areas and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs).
2027: Delta waste managers organise mega rally to support Tinubu, Oborevwori
Waste management stakeholders under the Private Sector Participants (PSP) platform in Delta State have announced plans to hold their 2026 convention, with a major highlight being an endorsement rally for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to promotional materials for the event, the PSP […]
Gunman shot by US Secret Service near White House
An armed man was shot by US Secret Service agents in downtown Washington on Monday, prompting a brief lockdown of the nearby White House
SSMW 2026 challenges Niger Delta Youths to build beyond metrics, push for real economic value
As conversations around economic growth and sustainability intensify in the Niger Delta, South South Media Week (SSMW) 2026 is setting a bold agenda—urging youths and entrepreneurs to move beyond surface-level success and focus on building real, measurable value. With its 2026 theme, “Bold & Deeper,” the conference is calling for a shift from visibility-driven pursuits […]
Ojougboh set to present animated feature ORAYA at Marché du Film
By Juliet Umeh Executive Producer and creative entrepreneur, Ruth Ojougboh, will present the feature-length animated film ORAYA at the Marché du Film during the Cannes Film Festival, as part of the Focus on Africa Conference within the market’s official programme. Ojougboh, whose work focuses on African storytelling, children’s intellectual property, and animation for global audiences, […]
2027: Bomadi elders, stakeholders back Mutu’s re-election bid
The Bomadi Elders and Stakeholders Forum (BESF) has endorsed the member representing Bomadi/Patani Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Nicholas Ebomo Mutu, for re-election in the 2027 general elections, citing his performance in office.
