World Bank fuel import advice retrogressive, violates PIA – Energy expert
An energy economist, Professor Ken Ife, has strongly criticised recent recommendations by the World Bank urging Nigeria to deepen fuel importation and fully liberalise its downstream petroleum sector, describing the advice as “ill-timed, backward and inconsistent with Nigeria’s own laws.” Speaking during a televised interview on Nigeria’s economic outlook, Ife argued that while parts of […]
Dorian Home @ 5: How brother’s death inspired orphanage for 850 children – Dr Bayode
—l’ve committed 80% of investments to charity By Dayo Johnson Akure The Founder of Dorian Home for Charity and Social Development, Dr. Tolulola Bayode, said a lifelong passion for giving and a personal tragedy led her to establish a facility for vulnerable children, women, and youths. Dr. Bayode said the initiative includes an orphanage with […]
Prophet I.O. Samuel gives hope to Nigerians amid rising hardship
Amid growing concerns over economic hardship, insecurity, and social instability across the country, Prophet Ikechukwu Samuel has delivered a deeply emotional and thought-provoking message addressing the current state of Nigeria. In what many have described as a heartfelt reflection of the nation’s realities, the Abuja-based cleric expressed concern over widening inequality, rising cost of living, […]
Anioma state creation: Oganah urges broader stakeholder support amid differing views
By Esther Onyegbula The Media and Publicity Director of the Anioma State Creation Technical Committee, Tonnie Oganah, has called for greater alignment among stakeholders, including traditional rulers, on the proposed creation of Anioma State, as the process gains momentum at the National Assembly. Oganah said the proposal has reached an advanced legislative stage, noting that […]
LSSTF targets made-in-Nigeria security hardware in new EPAIL deal
By Esther Onyegbula In a move to boost local capacity and reduce reliance on imported security equipment, the Lagos State Security Trust Fund, LSSTF, has initiated plans to procure security hardware from indigenous defence technology firm, Equipment and Protective Applications International Limited, EPAIL Nigeria.The development followed a high-level engagement between LSSTF and the company at […]
5,000 Lagos creatives gather for Creators Nexus 2026
The annual gathering, convened by Moromooluwatiketike Abolaji, carried the theme “Creators That Last” — a deliberate call to move beyond fleeting online trends and toward building sustainable, purpose-driven careers.
KSI Group unveils Funke Fadeni Foundation for women, youth empowerment
A real estate firm, KSI Group, Monday in Ondo State, officially unveiled the Funke Fadeni Foundation, in celebration of the 10th remembrance anniversary of Late Chief Adefunke Fadeni, the mother of popular real estate investor, Engr. (Dr.) Koleola Emmanuel Fadeni. Speaking at the event, the Group Managing Director of KSI Group, Engr. (Dr.) Koleola Emmanuel […]
Bitget unveils new Pre-IPO product with SpaceX as first listing
By Emmanuel Okogba Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has launched IPO Prime, introducing a new market structure that enables users to access and trade pre-IPO exposure to global unicorn companies such as SpaceX. Powered by Republic, the launch marks an expansion beyond traditional secondary market trading, enabling participation in value creation before companies […]
2027: Olori, Omoyibo, Warri mobilise Isoko for Tinubu, Oborevwori
By Paul Olayemi Oleh, the headquarters of Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, On Saturday, stood still as over 40,000 members of the APC pressure group, Ukodo Nation Forum (UNF), vowed to mobilise support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori in 2027. Speaking at the event, Governor Oborevwori […]
Michael Ekwemalor: A figure in Nigeria’s construction sector
Michael Andre Ekwemalor is a Nigerian entrepreneur working in the construction industry. His career has developed alongside broader changes in Nigeria’s infrastructure and real estate environment over the past two decades.
Over 2,000 benefit from EMT Foundation’s free medical outreach in Delta
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja No fewer than 2,000 people have benefited from a five-day free medical check-up and eye surgery programme organised by the Esther Matthew Tonlagha (EMT) Foundation in Oporoza, Gbaramatu Kingdom, Delta State. The outreach, which was supported by Maton Engineering Nigeria Limited, drew beneficiaries from various communities within the state and neighbouring […]
