Focus on creating value not viral moments alone— Paramount Komedy to influencers
By Ayo Onikoyi Nigerian content creator and social media influencer Sanni Iyabo Munirat, popularly known as Paramount Komedy, has urged aspiring digital creators to focus on building credible brands rather than chasing instant fame, saying trust remains the most valuable asset in the highly competitive social media space. The content creator, who has amassed nearly […]
Finance Minister, Oyedele to deliver keynote address at 20th AIHS 2026
By Kingsley Adegboye The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, will deliver the keynote address at the opening ceremony of the 20th anniversary edition of the Africa International Housing Show (AIHS @20 – Legacy Edition), scheduled to hold on July 14th, 2026, at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, […]
NCDMB, Lobosway train 50 in data analytics, business intelligence
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), in collaboration with Lobosway Global Resources, has concluded a five-day training programme on Data Analytics and Business Intelligence for 50 beneficiaries in Abuja. The training, held from June 29 to July 3, 2026, was designed to equip participants with practical skills in data collection, analysis, data visualisation […]
Africa captures under 3% global data value despite booming footprint – Expert
By Juliet Umeh Despite generating an increasing share of the world’s digital data, Africa captures less than three per cent of the economic value created by the global data economy due to weak governance frameworks, a technology and infrastructure law expert has warned. Partner at G&A Advocates LLP, Moses Kipkogei, said the continent’s inability to […]
Emir urges Nigerians to embrace Entrepreneurship
… as SSU Unveils Innovation Agenda By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO — The Chancellor of Sokoto State University (SSU) and Emir of Dutse, Alhaji Hameem Nuhu Sanusi, has urged Nigerians to embrace entrepreneurship, innovation and self-reliance as essential drivers of economic growth and national development. Speaking at the convocation lecture held as part of the […]
Yikodeen partners Spanish manufacturer to expand oil spill response solutions in Nigeria
By Ayo OnikoyiFootwear company, Yikodeen, has entered into a strategic partnership with Sorbcontrol S.L, a Spain-based manufacturer of oil spill response and environmental protection solutions, in a move aimed at strengthening industrial safety, environmental compliance, and spill response capabilities across Nigeria’s oil and gas, marine, and industrial sectors. Under the agreement, Yikodeen Company Limited has been […]
Sokoto launches ₦7.7bn free fertiliser scheme to boost food production
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO — Governor Ahmed Aliyu has flagged off the free distribution of 157,800 bags of fertiliser worth ₦7.7 billion to farmers across Sokoto State as part of efforts to enhance food security, increase agricultural productivity and stimulate rural economic growth. Speaking at the launch of the programme in Wamakko, the governor […]
What spoils music videos — Niyas Lenz
By Ayo Onikoyi Music video director Chidinma Onyia a.k.a Niyas Lenz has identified the major mistakes that can ruin the quality and impact of a music video, stressing that a lack of clear creative direction is one of the biggest pitfalls for artistes. Speaking in an interview with Potpourri, the filmmaker said producing a music […]
St. Jude’s Girls retain Bayelsa STEM Quiz, innovation challenge title
By Samuel Oyadongha YENAGOA — St. Jude’s Girls Secondary School, Amarata, has emerged overall winner of the 2026 STEM Quiz and Innovative Challenge Finals, successfully defending its title at the keenly contested competition held in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The event, organised by the Young Engineers Forum of Nigeria (YEFON), Yenagoa Chapter, in collaboration with the […]
APC state chairmen visit Lagos, hail Tinubu’s vision for LFZ, blue line, others
By Olasunkanmi Akoni The All Progressives Congress, APC State Chairmen’s Forum who converged on Lagos has described the Lekki Free Zone and the Blue Rail Line as evidence of President Bola Tinubu’s foresight and visionary leadership. The forum, led by the Chairman, and Lagos APC Chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, is in Lagos on a three […]
Oluwatobi Ojo champions mentorship as key to industry growth
By Joseph Erunke The Founder and Creative Director of Towbee Stitches, Miss Oluwatobi Ojo, has identified mentorship and entrepreneurial capacity building as critical to unlocking the immense potential of Nigeria’s fashion industry, saying the sector must move beyond creativity to deliberately nurture the next generation of successful business owners. Ojo, a graduate of English Education […]
