By Juliet Umeh  As part of efforts to tackle the growing challenge of out-of-school children in Nigeria, PalmPay has announced a strategic partnership with the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board, LASUBEB, to recognise and reward high-performing pupils in selected public schools across Lagos State. The initiative is aimed at encouraging academic excellence, supporting families, […]

By Jimitota Onoyume Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Care Centre for Sustainable Development (CCFSD), a non governmental organization, has drummed support for the election of Chief Mulade Sheriff for the Warri Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives on the platform of the National Democratic Congress, NDC. The group in its statement […]

Mr Olumuyiwa Adu, an aspirant in the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary election for Ondo Central, says any unpopular candidate imposed on the party would struggle to win the 2027 general election. Adu said this during an interview with newsmen on Monday in Akure while reacting to alleged intimidation by suspected political thugs’. “The […]

By Juliet Umeh  As Nigeria works to strengthen its digital economy, industry stakeholders say the low participation of women in technology remains a major barrier to innovation and talent growth. To address this gap, Africa’s all-in-one financial ecosystem, Moniepoint, has partnered with Google Developer Group Lagos and Women Techmakers Lagos to equip women with practical […]

By Matthew Johnson APC Youth Network West Africa (APCYN-WA) has honoured Nigerian cyclist and youth advocate, MC Jekabeche, following his successful bicycle expedition from Nigeria to Ghana. The journey, according to the group, is aimed at inspiring young people across West Africa to embrace civic responsibility and purposeful engagement. The reception, held at the APCYN-WA […]

Friends, family members, associates, and well-wishers on Sunday celebrated the Convener of OMT EKO, Hon. Aruna Oluwanishola Abdulrahman, as he marked his birthday on May 18. The celebration was accompanied by glowing tributes highlighting his contributions to youth empowerment, humanitarian service, and community development across Lagos State and beyond. Hon. Abdulrahman, widely known for championing […]

Under a new circular issued by the Commission through its Director, Surveillance Department, A. M. Saleem, PFAs will no longer be required to obtain prior approval

By Rosemary Iwunze Cornerstone Insurance Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening climate resilience and expanding financial protection for vulnerable communities through its participation in the Lagos Flood Risk Transfer Scheme, an innovative flood insurance initiative expected to benefit approximately four million residents across Lagos State. According to the company, flooding remains one of the […]

‎‎Stakeholders and development observers across the South West region have expressed concern over the pace of operations and developmental activities of the South West Development Commission nearly one year after its inauguration. ‎The commission, established to drive infrastructure development, economic growth, youth empowerment and regional integration across the South West, was received with high expectations […]

By Nnasom David Former Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, Chinedum Orji, has emerged as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Ikwuano/Umuahia North/Umuahia South Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections. Orji, who is also the Abia State Patron of the CityBoy Movement, secured victory during the party’s primary election […]