By Yemi Itodo The name of the Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, Ph.D, LL.D, CFR, is fast becoming a national anthem in Nigeria. The name which sprang up in the wake of 4th Republic in Bende, an ancient town in Abia State, where the young man emerged Chairman […]

By Babatunde Ogundare The just concluded 2026 Sectoral Retreat of the Ministry of Interior provided a defining moment for reflection, accountability and renewed commitment to service delivery within the internal security architecture of Nigeria. Held from Wednesday 4th to Saturday 8th March 2026 at the Army Conference Centre and Suites, Abuja, the retreat brought together […]

Chinedu Daniel Akanigwo, better known online as HairbyHairboy, is emerging as one of Nigeria’s promising young content creators, using social media to grow his hair-selling business and build a growing digital audience.

By Juliet Umeh LAPO Microfinance Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to women’s economic empowerment as it marks the 2026 International Women’s Day, IWD, with a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening financial inclusion and supporting women entrepreneurs nationwide. The bank said this year’s celebration, themed “Give to Gain,” underscores the importance of investing in women […]

By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Customs Officers’ Wives Association (COWA) has intensified its environmental advocacy with the launch of a nationwide sustainability drive aimed at raising a new generation of eco-conscious Nigerians. The initiative, unveiled during an environmental education workshop themed “Green Barracks, Green Borders: Advancing Environmental Stewardship for a Carbon-Responsible Future,” which brought together […]