By Ayo Onikoyi In an era where streaming algorithms increasingly favour shorter songs, Nigerian Afro-jazz musician and creative director Salako is taking the opposite approach. With the release of Dagunro, a nearly 12-minute composition recorded in a single take, the Osun State-born artiste says his focus remains on artistic expression rather than chasing digital trends. […]

The Ogun State Police Command, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, and civil society partners have identified substance abuse among youths as the central driver of rising terrorism, kidnapping, cultism, and violent crime across Nigeria.

By Chancel Bomadi Sunday Retired Nigerian Air Force officer and Niger Delta leader, Wing Commander Peter Biakpara, has challenged former President Goodluck Jonathan’s account of events leading to the 2009 Presidential Amnesty Programme, insisting that Jonathan’s recent remarks overlooked the crucial role played by a committee of Niger Delta elders that negotiated with militant leaders […]

By Ayo Onikoyi Fast-rising Afrobeats singer Senior Mo6 has opened up on his collaboration with controversial Nigerian artiste Portable, describing the singer’s energy and unique style as the key ingredients that transformed the remix of his forthcoming single, “Pangolo,” into what he believes is a masterpiece. The Osun State-born singer, whose real name is Ayansola […]

The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Ogun State in 2027 general elections and Senator, representing Ogun West Senatorial District, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi), on Sunday awarded scholarships and bursaries to 5,312 students from tertiary institutions across Ogun State, describing education as the most potent instrument for human capital development and national progress.

By Ayo Onikoyi Nigerian content creator and social media influencer Sanni Iyabo Munirat, popularly known as Paramount Komedy, has said digital content has the power to transform lives beyond entertainment, urging creators to focus on making a positive impact rather than chasing fame. The comedian, who has built a strong following across social media, said […]

A public affairs analyst, Mallam Abdulmalik Suleiman, has described Kano State Governor, His Excellency Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf  as a silent achiever whose record in good governance, transparency and accountability cannot be diminished by propaganda.

By Dapo Ipoola  Dispute resolution refers to the methods and processes used to settle conflicts, disagreements, or claims between parties—such as individuals, businesses, or organizations—outside of traditional court litigation. Common techniques include negotiation, mediation, and arbitration, aiming for faster, cheaper, and more flexible outcomes, while industrial harmony is a state of peaceful, cooperative, and mutually beneficial […]

Arts curator and founder of the Egbema Girl-Child Education Foundation (EGCEF), Anointing Nkeiruka Ijeoma, has curated HER STAGE, a participatory arts initiative that uses performance to amplify girls’ voices, develop emerging creative talent, and strengthen community engagement through the arts.

By Benjamin Njoku The Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC), Dr. Ali Nuhu, has called on stakeholders in the creative sector to develop National Occupational Standards ,NOS, that will drive skills development and competence certification for Nigeria’s orange economy. Nuhu made the call in his address at the opening of a 3-day […]

For Nigerian fashion creative and digital personality Nnajiaku Shedrack Udoka, professionally known as SheddyofLagos, influence is not simply about followers, visibility or numbers

By Etop Ekanem The sixth edition of STEM Africa Fest, the annual science, technology, engineering and mathematics fair for children ages 5-15 year returned to Lagos last  weekend, as organisers renewed the call for the urgent integration of practical STEM education into Nigeria’s school curriculum. The event, held at the Landmark Event Centre Lagos, was […]

When AbdulRazaq took office in 2019, Kwara’s basic education sector was burdened by systemic challenges, including outstanding counterpart funding obligations that had affected the state’s access to Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) matching grants.

Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, has congratulated two prominent Urhobo legal practitioners, Chief Oghenero Okoro and Mrs. Gladys Aghogho Okpomor, on their election into key national offices of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), describing their victories as a triumph of merit, excellence, and dedicated service.

Bitget Wallet, a self-custodial cryptocurrency wallet, has surpassed 100 million users globally, with Nigeria emerging as a major driver of stablecoin adoption in Africa.