The push for local content development and industrialisation across Nigeria’s 774 local government areas has received a major boost with the unveiling of an ambitious industrial cluster development roadmap. The initiative, spearheaded by the Raw Materials Research and Development Council in partnership with Roseate Forte Nig Ltd and other stakeholders, aims to stimulate manufacturing, deepen […]

By Moses Nosike Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce company, has reinforced its role in supporting Federal Government revenue collection through its continued participation as a Payment Service Solution Provider (PSSP) on the Revenue Assurance and Optimization Platform (RevOP). The move underscores Interswitch’s ongoing contribution to strengthening public sector payment infrastructure […]

By Uko Etim UYO—The Bony, Opobo/Nkoro, Andoni and Eastern Obolo Host communities Development Trust under the acronym ‘BOPANE’ has announced a training programme for 261 youths drawn from Akwa Ibom and Rivers State The chairman Board of Trustees of the Trust, Mr Sampson Agba, disclosed this during the inauguration of the Trust Skills Acquisition programme […]

By Uko Etim  UYO—A Human Rights Activist, Dr Victor David has faulted the conduct of the 2026 All Progressives Congress, APC, primaries, warning that Nigeria is sliding into “selectocracy” where candidates are imposed by political elites rather than elected through transparent internal democracy. David, also a public affairs analyst, said the pattern observed in the […]

Chigaemezu Nkwocha, whose stage name is ExpensiveVibes had a chat with Vanguard Newspapers following the release of his new single titled “Kilimanjaro”. Here is an excerpt from the interview: I suppose, ExpensiveVibes is your stage name? If so, why did you choose the name? Yes, ExpensiveVibes is my stage name. I chose that name because […]

By Moses Nosike FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria PLC, the leading dairy company in Nigeria and makers of Peak, Three Crowns, Coast, Olympic and Nunu milk brands, during its 53rd Annual General Meeting (AGM), held on May 19, 2026 reported a strong financial recovery with significant growth across its financial year ended 31 December 2025. The AGM, […]

Gani Adams, on Friday, urged governors and traditional rulers in the South West to tackle the worsening kidnapping and insecurity in the zone

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto A leading opposition figure in Sokoto State Ambassador Faruk Malami Yabo has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of undermining Nigeria’s democratic system through alleged political infiltration, suppression of opposition parties and attempts to impose what he described as a “one party dominance” across the country. The former diplomat, who […]

By Benjamin Njoku  Nollywood actress Yvonne Jegede has spoken out against the wave of killings across Nigeria, following a disturbing video of a teacher allegedly murdered in Oyo State. The video, which went viral online, reportedly shows mathematics teacher Michael Oyedokun being killed. Jegede expressed outrage at the incident and questioned the public’s silence. “I […]

By Jimitota Onoyume Chairman of Odidi federated community, Warri south West local government area, Prince Preye Okrikpa, has enjoined the Chairman of the local government council, Mr Sylvester Oromoni to promote peace in the community. Speaking against the backdrop of an alleged directive purportedly from the council chairman that recognition be accorded a parallel body […]

By Chioma Obinna The industrial crisis rocking the Delta State University Teaching Hospital, DELSUTH, on Friday deepened as doctors under the aegis of the Medical and Dental Consultants’ Association of Nigeria, MDCAN, warned of an impending indefinite strike over what they described as deteriorating hospital conditions, unpaid professional allowances and alleged intimidation of union leaders. […]

By Etop Ekanem FoodCo, a consumer retail brand and operators of the largest supermarket chain brand in South-West Nigeria, has announced the launch of the Festival of Savings Promo 2026. The Festival of Savings Promo set to run from May 22 to 31, 2026 is designed to provide customers with exciting discounts and rewarding shopping […]

By Innocent Anaba  Ethnocentrique’s Fashion Future Program, FFP, implemented in partnership with Mastercard Foundation, is demonstrating what happens when fashion is treated not as a creative pursuit, but as an economic system. It contributed to over 10,000 jobs and ₦200 million in orders processed. Over two years of implementation across Aba and surrounding communities in […]

By Nnasom David Nigerian fashion designer Tobechukwu Asikoko is drawing attention within the African fashion industry for collections that combine cultural themes, migration stories, and contemporary design. Asikoko, who operates under the fashion label Tobe Asikoko, has built a reputation for creating designs inspired by African heritage, identity, and movement. His collections often feature textured […]

By Efe Onodjae Education technology firm, HiPrep, has introduced a real-time learning and progress tracking platform designed to give parents instant insight into their children’s academic performance. The company said the platform was created to address a long-standing gap in communication between schools, tutors, and parents, where many guardians only discover their children are struggling […]