By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA: EMMANUEL Nwachukwu, caretaker of BFD Travel and Tours, has denied any involvement in the alleged absconding of over 30 Nigerians in Qatar, following the temporary suspensionofthecompany’s operations by the Qatari Ministry of Interior. Nwachukwu said the clarification was necessary to correct misleading impressions and reassure the public, partners, and regulators of […]

By Dr. Michael Tidi The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) occupies a constitutionally sensitive position in Nigeria’s democratic framework. Created by statute pursuant to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended), INEC is not a sovereign authority. It is a regulatory agency whose powers are donated, limited, and circumscribed by law. […]

MAAUN Group of Universities, has congratulated Dr. Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote, on her recent appointment as the first Female Director General of the Nigerian Law School by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The congratulatory message was conveyed to Dr. Odusote in a statement personally signed by the Founder of MAAUN Group, Prof. Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo on Friday. […]

Mangrove Facility Management, under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer Mr. Olumide Ajibodu, continues to position itself as a prominent provider of comprehensive facility management services in Nigeria’s urban centers, including Lagos, Abuja, and Lekki. The firm has steadily developed a portfolio of services designed to meet the growing operational needs of commercial properties, residential […]

Founder and Director of Blooming Kids House, Olayinka Isikalu, has been honoured with the Edu-Influencer Award by Africa TIBA, in recognition of her growing influence in reshaping education through innovation and purpose-driven leadership. The award, presented by the iconic African brand, celebrates educators who are not only imparting knowledge but actively transforming learning systems. For […]

By Gabriel Ewepu The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, came alive with warmth, laughter and intentional connections as Mingle With Purpose, a premium singles connect event for individuals aged 30 and above, held in December, leaving attendees inspired and fulfilled. Organised to foster genuine relationships beyond casual networking, the event brought together mature singles in […]

WealthGate Africa, a real estate and wealth development company, has empowered women with practical financial knowledge through its recently held Women Winning With Wealth initiative, aimed at promoting long-term financial growth, stability and independence. The event, which took place in Lagos, attracted women from diverse professional and entrepreneurial backgrounds and featured intensive sessions on wealth […]

In a bold move in 2026, Moremonee has launched MoneeDirect, a transfer feature that lets you send money urgently through another Moremonee user using facial verification. This innovative feature is a big deal, allowing users to send money even without their phone or card. “It’s like having a digital wallet that’s always with you,” says […]

The new framework, contained in a statement issued by NCC’s Head of Public Affairs, Nnenna Ukoha, on Thursday, targets unsuccessful transactions linked to network downtime, system failures and human errors that affect subscribers nationwide.

The spokesperson alleged that the governor had engaged in misconduct, including the improper handling of public funds and the appointment of relatives to public offices without due screening.

According to the statement, Sen. Adamu, a former governor of Nasarawa State, remains a committed and card-carrying member of the APC.

The Reds are one of only two sides to beat Mikel Arteta’s men this season and came closest to breaking the deadlock when Conor Bradley hit the crossbar.

A jury acquitted the music mogul of the most serious charges — sex trafficking and racketeering.

Fede Valverde’s blistering free-kick and a Rodrygo Goes strike helped Madrid claim a fifth consecutive victory across all competitions

Earlier on Thursday, a statement issued on behalf of the family by Omawumi Ogbe confirmed that the 21-month-old passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, after a brief illness.